29 Best Songs for Basketball Highlight Reels: Epic Tracks to Amplify Your Game

The perfect soundtrack for a basketball highlight reel needs energy, drama, and undeniable charisma – qualities found in abundance within the vibrant tapestry of modern pop music. This isn't just a list of catchy tunes; it's a celebration of artists who've captured the excitement and triumph of the game through their infectious melodies and powerful lyrics. From the irresistible grooves that get you moving to anthems of empowerment that perfectly mirror the spirit of competition, we’ve curated a collection designed to enhance every slam dunk, every three-pointer, and every breathtaking play. These songs, spanning various styles and decades, are united by their ability to heighten the emotional impact of those unforgettable basketball moments.

We’ve carefully selected tracks that evoke the thrill of victory and the resilience to overcome challenges, perfectly mirroring the dynamic nature of the game itself. Whether it's the irresistible funk that gets the crowd on their feet or the anthemic power ballads that celebrate teamwork and perseverance, this playlist is designed to transport you back to the courtside excitement every time you hear it. This diverse selection showcases the enduring power of music to enhance and amplify even the most spectacular athletic achievements; it’s a testament to the synergy between music and sports, a perfect blend of rhythm and adrenaline. Prepare to experience the magic of basketball in a whole new light.

  • Uptown Funk
    1

    Uptown Funk

    Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars

    2014

  • CAN'T STOP THE FEELING!
    2

    CAN'T STOP THE FEELING!

    Justin Timberlake

    2016

    TROLLS (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

  • Firework
    3

    Firework

    Katy Perry

    2010

    Teenage Dream: The Complete Confection

  • We Are Young
    4

    We Are Young

    Fun ft. Janelle Monáe

    2011

  • The Fox
    5

    The Fox

    Ylvis

    2013

  • Eye of the Tiger
    6

    Eye of the Tiger

    Survivor

    1982

    Working Class Dog

  • U Can't Touch This
    7

    U Can't Touch This

    MC Hammer

    1990

    Please Hammer Don't Hurt 'Em

  • Blinding Lights
    8

    Blinding Lights

    The Weeknd

    2019

    After Hours

  • We Will Rock You
    9

    We Will Rock You

    Queen

    1977

    News Of The World (2011 Remaster)

  • Hall of Fame
    10

    Hall of Fame

    The Script ft. will.i.am

    2012

  • Stronger
    11

    Stronger

    Kanye West

    2007

    Graduation

  • 'Till I Collapse
    12

    'Till I Collapse

    Eminem,Nate Dogg

    2002

    The Eminem Show

  • On Top Of The World
    13

    On Top Of The World

    Imagine Dragons

    2012

    Night Visions (Deluxe)

  • Don't Stop Believin'
    14

    Don't Stop Believin'

    Journey

    1981

    Escape (2022 Remaster)

  • We Are The Champions
    15

    We Are The Champions

    Queen

    1977

    News Of The World (2011 Remaster)

  • Jump
    16

    Jump

    Van Halen

    1984

    1984 (Remastered)

  • Good Life
    17

    Good Life

    OneRepublic

    2011

    Waking Up

  • Lose Yourself
    18

    Lose Yourself

    Eminem

    2002

    2001

  • All I Do Is Win
    19

    All I Do Is Win

    Ludacris,Snoop Dogg,Rick Ross,DJ Khaled ft. T-Pain

    2010

  • The Middle
    20

    The Middle

    Jimmy Eat World

    2001

    Bleed American

  • Remember the Name
    21

    Remember the Name

    Fort Minor,Styles Of Beyond

    2005

    The Rising Tied (Deluxe Edition)

  • I Will Survive
    22

    I Will Survive

    Gloria Gaynor

    1978

    Future Bound

  • I'm Too Sexy
    23

    I'm Too Sexy

    Right Said Fred

    1991

  • Another Day of Sun
    24

    Another Day of Sun

    Cast of La La Land

    2016

  • Get Ready for This
    25

    Get Ready for This

    2 Unlimited

    1991

  • Shake It Off
    26

    Shake It Off

    Taylor Swift

    2014

    1989

  • Basketball
    27

    Basketball

    Kurtis Blow

    1984

  • I Just Want to Celebrate
    28

    I Just Want to Celebrate

    Rare Earth

    1971

  • He Got Game
    29

    He Got Game

    Public Enemy ft. Stephen Stills

    1998