75 Best Running Songs
The Ultimate Playlist to Propel Your Next Run
Whether you're a long-distance runner, you alternate studio workouts with outdoor runs, or you're new to running altogether, one thing is for certain: you need a kickass playlist filled with the best running songs. Few things can get you as amped to run as the right combination of running songs. While some themed playlists may have strict parameters (only rom-com songs or relaxing music to help you sleep), alternative tracks, '80s music, and today's top hits all have their place in a great running playlist — what matters most when choosing the best running songs is that they have the power to motivate you through those particularly tough miles.
Our running song playlist includes a little bit of everything. From Cyndi Lauper's "Girls Just Want to Have Fun" and "West Coast" by OneRepublic to "Super Bass" by Nicki Minaj and "I Want Love" by Jessie J, this 75-track playlist includes pop throwbacks, a classic from Whitney Houston, and a sprinkling of this year's chart-topping songs. Leave it to Rihanna, Beyoncé, Eminem, and the Jonas Brothers to get you off the couch, out the door, and hitting the pavement.
Fall in love with running (and crush your mile time) with these bops ahead. Just be sure to download the free Spotify app so you can stream this playlist at the gym or on your favorite running path. Lace up your sneakers, throw on a running hat and your headphones, and hit play.
1 "Perfect Day" by Hoku
2 "State of the Heart" by Patrick Droney
3 "Dance For the Hell of It" by LOVA
4 "Boyfriend" by Dove Cameron
5 "House on Fire" by Mimi Webb
6 "I Want Love" by Jessie J
7 "Hold My Hand" by Jess Glynne
8 "All of the Lights" by Kanye West
9 "Brutal" by Olivia Rodrigo
10 "Heartbreak Anthem" by Galantis, David Guetta, and Little Mix
11 "Hero" by Afrojack and David Guetta
12 "Firework" by Katy Perry
13 "Countdown" by Beyoncé
14 "By Your Side" by Calvin Harris feat. Tom Grennan
15 "Better Days — Galantis Remix" by Dermot Kennedy and Galantis
16 "Feet, Don't Fail Me Now" by NEEDTOBREATHE
17 "Slide" by Goo Goo Dolls
18 "Thnks fr th Mmrs" by Fall Out Boy
19 "Super Bass" by Nicki Minaj
20 "Girls Just Want to Have Fun" by Cyndi Lauper
21 "Let It Rock" by Kevin Rudolf feat. Lil Wayne
22 "West Coast" by OneRepublic
23 "1, 2 Step" by Ciara feat. Missy Elliott
24 "Born This Way" by Lady Gaga
25 "Can't Hold Us" by Macklemore and Ryan Lewis feat. Ray Dalton
26 "Fire" by Jessie J
27 "I Say So" by Chloe x Halle
28 "Stay" by The Kid LAROI and Justin Bieber
29 "Sweetest Pie" by Megan Thee Stallion and Dua Lipa
30 "Run" by OneRepublic
31 "Live a Little" by Chaz Cardigan
32 "Good Things Take Time" by Ella Henderson
33 "I Wanna Dance With Somebody" by Whitney Houston
34 "Don't Stop the Music" by Rihanna
35 "Lose Yourself" by Eminem
36 "Riot" by Three Days Grace
37 "Don't You Worry Child" by Swedish House Mafia and John Martin
38 "The Nights" by Avicii
39 "U Gurl" by Walker Hayes
40 "Best Friend" by Saweetie feat. Doja Cat
41 "Ironic" by Alanis Morissette
42 "Love Grows (Where My Rosemary Goes)" by Edison Lighthouse
43 "Everywhere" by Michelle Branch
44 "By Your Side" by Mike Perry
45 "She's All I Wanna Be" by Tate McRae
46 "Days I Will Remember" by Tyrone Wells
47 "Kings & Queens" by Mat Kearney
48 "Dancing Feet" by Kygo feat. DNCE
49 "What a Man Gotta Do" by Jonas Brothers
50 "Plastic Hearts" by Miley Cyrus
51 "Say Something" by Justin Timberlake feat. Chris Stapleton
52 "Love So Soft" by Kelly Clarkson
53 "Good as Hell" by Lizzo
54 "One Dance" by Drake feat. Wizkid and Kyla
55 "I Gotta Feeling" by The Black Eyed Peas
56 "Outside" by Calvin Harris feat. Ellie Goulding
57 "Level Up" by Ciara
58 "Don't Start Now" by Dua Lipa
59 "Move" by Little Mix
60 "Thot Sh*t" by Megan Thee Stallion
61 "Circles" by Post Malone
62 "Thats What I Want" by Lil Nas X
63 "She Likes Girls" by Metro Station
64 "The Show Goes On" by Lupe Fiasco
65 "When I Grow Up" by The Pussycat Dolls
66 "Impossible" by Shontelle
67 "Shower" by Becky G
68 "Daylight" by Matt and Kim
69 "Glitter & Gold" by Barns Courtney
70 "Drive" by Ben Rector
71 "2 Heads" by Coleman Hell
72 "En Rogue" by Lifehouse
73 "READY SET" by Joey Valence & Brae
74 "Work It" by Missy Elliott
75 "1 Thing" by Amerie
