Popular Motivational Songs: Western Music Artist Rankings [2025]

ConfidentDemi Lovato43rank/position

Demi Lovato – Confident (Official Video)

An electro-pop number featuring a powerful drum beat and striking horn section has arrived from American artist Demi Lovato.

Centered on themes of self-affirmation and confidence, it conveys the importance of taking pride in your individuality without being constrained by society’s or others’ judgments.

Released in September 2015, the track serves as the title song of the album Confident, reaching No.

1 in Israel.

In the United States, it peaked at No.

21 on the Billboard Hot 100 and earned platinum certification.

The music video, directed by filmmaker Robert Rodriguez, captivates with its action-packed storyline.

It’s a highly recommended track that’s perfect for energizing sports game breaks and livening up party scenes.

My Songs Know What You Did In The DarkFall Out Boy44rank/position

Fall Out Boy – My Songs Know What You Did In The Dark (Light Em Up) – Part 1 of 11

The song is by the American pop punk band Fall Out Boy.

While the band is often associated with upbeat tracks, “My Songs Know What You Did In The Dark” has a particularly strong rock vibe and an overall grand sound, making it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! The lyrics about overcoming the past and lighting a fire also connect well with sports scenes.

It’s great not only as a sports anthem, but also for players to motivate themselves.

All You Need To Know ft. Calle LehmannGryffin, Slander45rank/position

Gryffin & Slander – All You Need To Know ft. Calle Lehmann (Official Music Video)

The collaborative song “All You Need To Know” by DJ Gryffin and SLANDER.

As expected, its beautiful melody and powerful beat make it an incredibly captivating track.

Honestly, even just the track itself and Dylan Matthew’s vocals are more than enough to get you hyped, but the lyrics are amazing, too.

It’s a beautiful and passionate piece that cheers us on with overwhelming intensity and reassurance.

Don’t Stop Believin’Journey46rank/position

Journey – Don’t Stop Believin’ (Escape Tour 1981: Live In Houston)

Journey is a rock band that has produced numerous classic hits, known for many works that move and inspire.

Among them, the song we especially recommend to students preparing for entrance exams is Don’t Stop Believin’.

The title means “Don’t stop believing” in Japanese, and as the title suggests, it’s well known as a cheer song.

Rather than focusing on a single protagonist, it portrays various characters heading to the big city in pursuit of their dreams.

Many of the lyrics resonate with exam-takers as well, so be sure to check out the Japanese translation, too.

Eye Of The TigerSurvivor47rank/position

Survivor – Eye Of The Tiger (Official HD Video)

It’s a high-energy rock number brimming with a sense of blazing fighting spirit! Released in 1982, this piece was written as the theme song for the film Rocky III starring Sylvester Stallone.

Even more than 40 years after its release, it continues to give courage and strength to many listeners.

Loved worldwide as a single from the album Eye of the Tiger, it topped the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States for six weeks.

Survivor’s overwhelming performance will boost your motivation and fill you with positive energy.

It’s truly a rousing track that lights a spark in gloomy days and spurs you on!

Blinding LightsThe Weeknd48rank/position

The Weeknd – Blinding Lights (Official Video)

A song released in 2018 by The Weeknd, a Canadian singer who was also featured in a Mercedes-Benz commercial.

The song expresses his feelings as he longs for “you,” with lines like “My vision blurs when you’re gone” and “You’re the only one I can trust.” It features distinctive ’80s-style synth sounds and even includes a touch of humor when the track shifts into slow motion partway through.

With its comfortable tempo, it’s a tune that makes you want to sing along!

Hey JudeThe Beatles49rank/position

The Beatles – Hey Jude

It’s a legendary song that reached number one not only in the U.

S.

and the U.

K.

, but in countries around the world.

It is said to have been created to encourage John Lennon’s son, who was in tears over his parents’ divorce, and even after nearly 50 years, it remains a great presence that continues to inspire people across the globe.