Maxed-Out Hype! Popular Western Songs Used as Baseball Chants and Walk-Up Music
In Major League Baseball, pro baseball, and high school baseball, the songs chosen as fight songs or player walk-up music are really important.
Just hearing a familiar tune at the ballpark can get a lot of fans hyped.
Broadcast theme songs are often super cool as well, and if you’re a baseball fan, there’s probably at least one that’s stuck in your head.
In this article, we’ll introduce a bunch of Western songs connected to baseball—tracks used during games and the theme songs from broadcasts.
It’s a lineup of classics that instantly bring back the excitement of the game just by listening.
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Maximum hype! Popular Western songs used as baseball fight songs and walk-up music (11–20)
Batter UpNelly, St. Lunatics
There are many songs that use baseball as a theme, but when it comes to tracks that depict the batter, “Batter Up” stands out.
This piece was created by the hip-hop group St.
Lunatics in collaboration with Nelly.
It portrays a batter waiting for their turn in the lineup and then facing the pitcher.
The batter’s feelings are described in detail, so even those who’ve never stepped into the batter’s box can relate.
When you listen for the first time, pay attention to how the depicted game unfolds.
We Are The ChampionsQueen
We Are The Champions is frequently used at global sporting events, including Major League Baseball and professional baseball.
The song was released in 1977 by the British rock band Queen, and it has been adopted as an anthem for the New York Yankees.
In Japan, it collaborated with the Yomiuri Giants, drawing attention from baseball fans across generations.
Beginning with a simple arrangement of piano and vocals, the expanding band sound toward the chorus is passionate.
Be sure to give this classic song a listen to celebrate victories in games and tournaments.
Déjà Vu (Uptown Baby)Lord Tariq, Peter Gunz
The hip-hop duo Lord Tariq & Peter Gunz.
Their debut single is “Déjà Vu (Uptown Baby).” It rides a mid-tempo beat and celebrates their love for sports and rap.
It also highlights the common thread between the two: both are serious, high-stakes pursuits.
The structure builds toward the end—with fast-paced rhymes adding excitement—which is another draw.
There’s also an a cappella version available, so be sure to check it out.
4 My Town (Play Ball) ft. Drake, Lil WayneBirdman
Birdman, also known as a member of Big Tymers.
The track where he collaborates with Drake and Lil Wayne is “4 My Town (Play Ball) ft.
Drake, Lil Wayne.” This song frames the start of a performance—or the beginning of a success story—as “play ball.” It’s truly a perfect fit for baseball.
Enjoy the differences in each artist’s flow and rhyme, as well as their distinct approaches to music.
YMCAVillage People
YMCA, the famous hit by the Village People released in 1978.
It’s a song that’s quite popular in Japan too—Hideki Saijo even did a cover.
In New York, USA, YMCA is closely associated with baseball and is often used as background music when the New York Yankees’ grounds crew performs.
If you only know Hideki Saijo’s version, be sure to check out the original as well!
Shake It OffTaylor Swift
A singer-songwriter whose music is rooted in country and dance, Taylor Swift achieved the remarkable feat of winning 11 Grammy Awards.
This is her 32nd single, a song that became a global smash hit and gained popularity in Japan after being featured in a “Kateikyōshi no Torai” (Try Group tutoring) commercial.
Did you know it’s also popular as a cheer song at Japanese high school baseball games thanks to its brisk beat and catchy melody? Its irresistibly singable pop appeal makes it one of Taylor Swift’s signature tracks.
Tension MAX! Popular Western Songs Used as Baseball Chants and Walk-Up Music (21–30)
Throw BackFabolous
“Throw Back” is a song released in 2003 by the rapper Fabolous.
The title means “to look back,” and as the name suggests, the track reflects on his career and takes pride in it.
Its confident stance and energizing, rhythmic flow make it perfect for hyping up a game.
By the way, his “My Time feat.
Jeremih” has gained attention as Munetaka Murakami’s walk-up song.
Both tracks showcase Fabolous’s rap skills.