Get Hyped: 28 Best Songs to Pump You Up Before Game Time

Updated at: 20/03/2025

Getting ready for a big game demands the perfect soundtrack, a sonic boost to elevate your focus and adrenaline. This isn't just about any music; it's about curating an experience that taps into the raw energy and unwavering determination needed to conquer the field, court, or virtual battlefield. To help you find that perfect pre-game pump-up, we've compiled a selection of songs designed to ignite your competitive spirit. This isn't simply a list; it's a journey through decades of electrifying anthems, showcasing the power of music to transform mood and mindset. You'll discover a blend of irresistible grooves and powerful vocals that have fueled countless victories, from stadium-shaking anthems to tracks that exude quiet confidence, all chosen to ensure you're primed for peak performance.

This carefully crafted playlist transcends genres, offering a taste of timeless classics and modern bangers. From infectious, upbeat numbers that get your feet tapping and your heart racing to tracks that resonate with a powerful, defiant energy, this collection promises something for everyone. Whether you’re a seasoned competitor or just starting out, the right music can be the key to unlocking your full potential. Prepare to discover the perfect soundtrack to your next big win, a testament to the enduring power of music to inspire and motivate. So crank up the volume, feel the rhythm, and get ready to unleash your inner champion.

1
Uptown Funk
Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars
2014
2
Roar
Katy Perry
2013
PRISM
3
Believer
Imagine Dragons
2017
Evolve
4
Thunderstruck
AC/DC
1990
The Razors Edge
5
Firework
Katy Perry
2010
Teenage Dream: The Complete Confection
6
Break Free
Ariana Grande ft. Zedd
2014
7
Can't Hold Us
Ray Dalton,Macklemore & Ryan Lewis,Macklemore,Ryan Lewis
2013
The Heist
8
Eye of the Tiger
Survivor
1982
Working Class Dog
9
Pump It
Black Eyed Peas
2006
Monkey Business
10
Seven Nation Army
The White Stripes
2003
Elephant
11
We Will Rock You
Queen
1977
News Of The World (2011 Remaster)
12
Welcome To The Jungle
Guns N' Roses
1987
Appetite For Destruction
13
Hall of Fame
The Script ft. will.i.am
2012
14
Stronger
Kanye West
2007
Graduation
15
Feel It Still
Portugal. The Man
2017
Woodstock
16
Till I Collapse
Eminem ft. Nate Dogg
2002
17
On Top Of The World
Imagine Dragons
2012
Night Visions (Deluxe)
18
Don't Stop Believin'
Journey
1981
Escape (2022 Remaster)
19
Lose Yourself
Eminem
2002
The Blueprint 3
20
Survivor
Destiny's Child
2001
Survivor
21
Danger Zone
Kenny Loggins
1986
Riptide
22
The Middle
Jimmy Eat World
2001
Bleed American
23
Remember the Name
Fort Minor,Styles Of Beyond
2005
The Rising Tied (Deluxe Edition)
24
I Will Survive
Gloria Gaynor
1978
Future Bound
25
Headstrong
Trapt
2004
Trapt
26
Born to Run
Bruce Springsteen
1975
Born To Run
27
Won't Stand Down
Muse
2022
28
Eye of the Storm
Watt White
2018