Victory songs of Western music: world-famous classics and popular hits.
Thanks to events like the WBC and boxing, sports are once again booming in popularity in Japan.
What’s great about sports, above all, is how they let us ride the emotional ups and downs of victory and defeat.
This time, we’ve picked out Western songs that add color to that essential element of sports: victory!
Each track features energetic lyrics and melodies, so just listening to them is sure to get you fired up.
If you love sports, or if you’re an athlete struggling to relieve stress due to an injury, please take your time and enjoy this to the very end!
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Victory songs in Western music: World-famous and popular tracks (21–30)
Gonna Fly NowBill Conti
The theme song from the film Rocky, composed by American composer Bill Conti.
It is a piece frequently used at sporting events and by sports teams, especially in Philadelphia, where the film is set.
Play To WinThe Clash
A song characterized by a very loose structure and conversational vocals by singer Joe Strummer and bassist Paul Simonon.
It was included on their sixth album, Cut the Crap, released in 1985.
This album became The Clash’s final release.
HeroesDavid Bowie
A song that portrays the story of a German couple against the backdrop of the Berlin Wall.
David Bowie, who was living in Berlin at the time, created it inspired by the relationship between his producer Tony Visconti and backing singer Antonia Maass.
The track was released in English, German, and French.
Started From The BottomDrake
A single released in 2013 by Canadian hip-hop artist Drake.
It was performed on television for the first time at that year’s MTV Video Music Awards.
The music video, which won Best Video at the BET Awards, was directed by Little X.
Ain’t No Stopping Us NowMcFadden & Whitehead
A track produced by McFadden & Whitehead together with keyboard player Jerry Cohen.
It was recorded at Sigma Sound Studios in Philadelphia.
The song has been featured in many films, including Boogie Nights, Shrek 2, and Soul Men.
Another One Bites the DustQueen
It’s said to be one of Queen’s most difficult songs to understand.
Written by bassist John Deacon and inspired by Chic’s “Good Times,” the track features him playing most of the instruments, including lead and rhythm guitars, bass, reverse piano, and additional percussion.
Simply the BestTina Turner
A song written by Mike Chapman and Holly Knight.
It was originally recorded by Bonnie Tyler.
This version by Tina Turner was used as the theme song for the British boxer Chris Eubank and the racing driver Ayrton Senna.