Western Music Wake-Up Song Rankings [2025]

24K MagicBruno Mars15rank/position

Bruno Mars – 24K Magic (Official Music Video)

This is a track that sings of a dazzling nightlife over a funky groove.

Bruno Mars’s captivating vocals pair perfectly with synth sounds reminiscent of the ’80s.

It’s the title track from the album 24K Magic, released in November 2016, and you can feel the homage to ’90s R&B throughout.

It’s perfect for when you want to boost the party mood or need some energy to wake up in the morning.

Listen to this and you’ll find yourself moving to the beat.

It’s also great for a drive with friends.

Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)Beyoncé16rank/position

Beyoncé – Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It) (Video Version)

An energetic track that adds a vibrant splash to your morning wake-up.

It features Beyoncé’s powerful vocals and a catchy melody.

Released in October 2008, this song is included on the album “I Am.

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Sasha Fierce” and became a worldwide hit.

As an anthem for single women, it champions the importance of independence and self-respect.

Highly acclaimed in the music industry, it won three Grammy Awards.

Listen to it while getting ready in the morning or during your commute, and it’s sure to boost your mood for the day.

Even on groggy, gloomy mornings, this song will lift your spirits.

Shape Of YouEd Sheeran17rank/position

Ed Sheeran – Shape Of You [Official Lyric Video]

Starting with a crisp, clicking bassline, this track is packed with Ed Sheeran’s charm.

Released in January 2017 as a single from the album ÷ (Divide), it became a massive hit, surpassing 2 billion streams on Spotify.

It features a lively rhythm and an ear-catching melody that makes you want to move.

The lyrics, which tell the beginning of a romance sparked by a meeting at a bar, convey the excitement of a new encounter.

It’s the perfect song to kick off your day—whether you’re getting ready in the morning or commuting to work or school, it’s sure to boost your mood.

Why not start a fresh day on a high note by giving this track a listen?

Black or WhiteMichael Jackson18rank/position

Michael Jackson – Black Or White (Official Video – Shortened Version)

In a song by the hugely famous American artist Michael Jackson, it seems to express his resolve not to be defeated by discrimination and prejudice arising from differences in skin color, even though Michael was said to have had a complex about his own skin color.

Good TimeOwl City19rank/position

Owl City & Carly Rae Jepsen – Good Time (Official Video)

I think many people have heard it at least once somewhere.

This song, with its very refreshing melody, is perfect for waking up in the morning.

Even those who struggle to get out of bed will be able to start their day feeling refreshed if they listen to this track.

Love MyselfHailee Steinfeld20rank/position

Hailee Steinfeld – Love Myself (Official Video)

A positive track that sings about having confidence and loving yourself.

It’s the debut single released in 2015 by American actress and singer Hailee Steinfeld.

The song was used in the film “Jem and the Holograms.”

We are the ChampionsQueen21rank/position

Queen – We Are The Champions (Official Video)

It’s a song that can be considered one of the signature tracks by the famed British band Queen.

Once you hear it, there’s no question—your energy will skyrocket.

The a cappella version is also so amazing it will give you goosebumps, so be sure to give it a listen.