29 Best Songs to Pump You Up for Football: The Ultimate Game Day Playlist

Updated at: 18/03/2025

Game day is almost here, and the energy needs to be electric! To help you reach peak pre-game excitement, we've compiled a list of anthems guaranteed to get your blood pumping. This collection isn't just about high-energy beats; it's a journey through decades of iconic music, showcasing the power of rhythm to ignite passion and inspire victory. From the infectious groove that makes you want to dance and celebrate to the raw power that embodies unwavering determination, this playlist offers a diverse range of sounds that capture the spirit of competition and the thrill of the game. Think of that irresistible funk that'll have you moving before kickoff, the anthemic rock that screams defiance, and the uplifting pop that fuels unwavering optimism. This isn't just a soundtrack; it's a pre-game ritual designed to amplify your excitement and prepare you for the ultimate showdown.

This carefully curated selection represents more than just a list of popular songs; it's a celebration of the enduring power of music to uplift and inspire. Whether you're a seasoned fan or a newcomer to the world of game-day anthems, this list is designed to introduce you to tracks that have become synonymous with triumph and unwavering spirit. Each song, in its own unique way, embodies the electrifying atmosphere of a football game, capturing the raw energy, the collective passion, and the ultimate pursuit of victory. Prepare to be energized and ready to cheer your team on to success!

1
Uptown Funk
Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars
2014
2
CAN'T STOP THE FEELING!
Justin Timberlake
2016
TROLLS (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
3
Thunderstruck
AC/DC
1990
The Razors Edge
4
Firework
Katy Perry
2010
Teenage Dream: The Complete Confection
5
Happy
Pharrell Williams
2013
G I R L
6
Sicko Mode
Travis Scott ft. Drake
2018
7
Turn Down for What
DJ Snake ft. Lil Jon
2013
8
The Fox
Ylvis
2013
9
Can't Hold Us
Ray Dalton,Macklemore & Ryan Lewis,Macklemore,Ryan Lewis
2013
The Heist
10
Eye of the Tiger
Survivor
1982
Working Class Dog
11
Blinding Lights
The Weeknd
2019
After Hours
12
Enter Sandman
Metallica
1991
Metallica (Remastered)
13
Seven Nation Army
The White Stripes
2003
Elephant
14
We Will Rock You
Queen
1977
News Of The World (2011 Remaster)
15
Welcome To The Jungle
Guns N' Roses
1987
Appetite For Destruction
16
Started From The Bottom
Drake
2013
17
On Top Of The World
Imagine Dragons
2012
Night Visions (Deluxe)
18
Don't Stop Believin'
Journey
1981
Escape (2022 Remaster)
19
We Are The Champions
Queen
1977
News Of The World (2011 Remaster)
20
I Love It
Icona Pop ft. Charli XCX
2012
21
Bodies
Drowning Pool
2001
Sinner
22
Lose Yourself
Eminem
2002
2001
23
Beautiful Day
U2
2000
All That You Can't Leave Behind
24
Jump Around
House Of Pain
1992
25
Born to Run
Bruce Springsteen
1975
Born To Run
26
I Won't Back Down
Tom Petty
1989
Full Moon Fever
27
Born To Be Wild
Steppenwolf
1968
Steppenwolf
28
Another Day of Sun
Cast of La La Land
2016
29
Shake It Off
Taylor Swift
2014
1989