[2026] Motivation Boost! A Collection of Classic Western Songs to Listen to Before a Match

Feeling GoodMichael Bublé

Michael Bublé – Feeling Good [Official 4K Remastered Music Video]

Feeling Good is a classic created by British singer-songwriter Anthony Newley and composer Leslie Bricusse.

It’s a renowned song that has been covered by many artists, but perhaps the most famous versions are by Nina Simone and Michael Bublé.

Although it’s a relatively quiet piece, it’s crafted with meticulous detail, and surprisingly, it really lifts your spirits.

If you’re looking to stoke your fighting spirit like a blue flame, be sure to give it a listen.

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Ryo

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Midnight SkyMiley Cyrus

Miley Cyrus – Midnight Sky (Official Video)

Miley Cyrus’s classic track, “Midnight Sky.” Since she began working in earnest as an artist, she’s focused on releasing songs with dirty, sexy vibes, and this track strongly reflects those elements as well.

The melody is distinctive, and the sound is built on the increasingly trendy ’80s blue-eyed soul and disco.

If you love the feel of cyberpunk—a near-future aesthetic adored by many—this will be irresistible.

It’s packed with hype-up moments, so if you want to raise your voltage before a match, this is a must-check!

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Ryo

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VertigoU2

Vertigo (Radio Edit)

I think many people know U2’s 2004 smash hit because it was used in an iPod commercial.

Right from the start, Bono’s “Uno, dos, tres—” count-in leads into a simple distorted guitar riff, and despite its straightforward melody, the uplifting feel of the song boosts your sense of determination.

Wild ThingX

Wild Thing (Long Version)

You probably know it as the theme song from the movie Major League.

This piece, often used when Japanese news programs cover MLB in their sports segments, could be considered the de facto MLB theme song in Japan.

Lose ControlMeduza, Becky Hill, Goodboys

MEDUZA, Becky Hill, Goodboys – Lose Control (Lyric Video)

Meduza, the promising young trio in the house music scene, have released their second collaboration with Goodboys after their hugely successful first track.

This one is called “Lose Control,” and many of you might find its catchy melody familiar.

The singer is Becky Hill—her husky vocals are incredibly captivating! From the airy build-up to the punchy low-end, it’s an exhilarating listen.

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The Wild BoysDuran Duran

Duran Duran – The Wild Boys

This is the song that Mirko Cro Cop, the famous Croatian mixed martial artist known as a K-1 fighter, used as his entrance theme.

It’s a hit by the British band Duran Duran released in 1984, and its lyrics—about men who relentlessly challenge themselves to seize glory—boost motivation before a fight.

Guerrilla RadioRage Against The Machine

Rage Against The Machine – Guerrilla Radio (Audio)

It was used as the theme song for PRIDE, a martial arts event, on the Fuji TV network.

The track is included on Rage Against the Machine’s third album, The Battle of Los Angeles, and its intensity matches the aggressiveness of combat sports, making it a song that helps boost morale before matches.