Western music to listen to while running or jogging
There’s a big difference in performance between exercising in silence and working out while listening to your favorite music.
Even among professional athletes, many seem to listen to music during pre-game warm-ups.
This time, I’ve picked out some Western songs that will make your running and jogging more enjoyable.
Also, you’ll see many synth-pop tracks, which are very much in trend right now.
Because this genre often features steady rhythms and upbeat sounds, it pairs perfectly with running and jogging!
Please sit back, relax, and enjoy!
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Foreign songs to listen to while running/jogging (21–30)
Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)Shakira
Unfolding with dynamic energy, this pop number overflows with African spirit atop a powerful, groovy rhythm.
The celebratory sound woven by Colombia’s Shakira and South African band Freshlyground is sure to be the ultimate BGM to fire up any sports day.
Released in May 2010, the track gained worldwide popularity as the official song of the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa, selling over 15 million copies globally.
It topped the charts in 15 countries and has amassed over 4 billion views on YouTube.
Blending a feverish, danceable beat with the spirit of football, this song is a perfect match for sporting events—powerfully propelling athletes toward victory and uniting the entire venue in a shared sense of excitement.
Dessert ft. SilentóDawin
Right now, this is the hottest, most exciting track in the trance-style club music that’s exploding across countries, starting with the United States.
It’s a song about feelings for a girl you like, sweet like a “dessert,” and once you hear it, you’ll 100% be hooked—no question about it.
Western songs to listen to while running or jogging (31–40)
IcarusR3HAB
R3hab is a Dutch EDM producer and DJ known for bounce-style EDM.
His tracks are always cool, but this one has a slightly different vibe since it was released after he switched labels.
Just like the title suggests, it’s a track that lets you run like Icarus.
SorryJustin Bieber
It became such a massive hit in the U.
S.
that practically everyone knows it, and it’s the go-to BGM for pumping up the mood at events or during workouts.
The music video’s dance has sparked a wave of people doing perfect copycat routines, and its play count leaves everything else in the dust—it’s the undisputed number one song.
Turn Down for WhatDJ Snake, Lil Jon
The true essence of electronic music where madness and frenzy intertwine.
Born from the collaboration between French DJ Snake and American artist Lil Jon, this track marks the arrival of an overwhelming party anthem.
After its release in December 2013, it reached No.
4 on the U.
S.
Billboard charts and sold over 8 million copies.
Fusing heavy bass beats with energetic shouts, this piece embodies a rebellious spirit that asks: why does the party have to end? Its powerful sound was widely acclaimed across various media, featuring in the film Furious 7 and in a Pepsi Super Bowl commercial.
It’s the perfect track for moments when you want to go full throttle on adrenaline—whether for training, hyping up before a game, or igniting a party scene.
New ManEd Sheeran
Ed Sheeran, a singer who represents the UK.
He has a very sweet voice that lingers after just one listen.
He loves rap, and this song incorporates a rap style as well.
The guitar matches perfectly, making it a track you’ll want to listen to while feeling the breeze.
Light it Up (feat. Nyla & Fuse ODG) (Remix)Major Lazer
A track that pairs a powerful dancehall- and reggae-based sound with a message full of hope.
Created by American DJ project Major Lazer featuring Jamaica-born Nyla and British-Ghanaian artist Fuse ODG, it’s an anthem of encouragement.
The lyrics, which summon the strength and passion to face adversity and stay true to oneself, blend seamlessly with the energetic beat.
Released in 2015 as part of the album “Peace Is the Mission,” it later received a remix version in November of the same year.
The song reached No.
7 on the UK Singles Chart and topped the charts in France.
It’s a perfect choice for moments that call for unity and fighting spirit, such as sports events and school field days.