We’re betting you have some favorite motivational rock songs that work like magic to get you moving toward your goals.
We’re hoping these 31 examples of the best motivational rock music will inspire you, too.
Looking for a Motivational Rock Song? Here Are 31 of the Best
Look through the following list of motivational rock songs and listen to as many as you like. Make a note of any new favorites you’d like to add to your personal playlist.
Everyone I know associates this song with the training montage for the movie, Rocky, with Sylvester Stallone. It’s hard to imagine a better song for your workout playlist.
When you’re facing a new challenge, few songs are as motivating as this one — especially when it comes right after“We Will Rock You” (with the full, unabridged riff between them).
What you tell yourself (about yourself) makes a difference in how you feel. And sometimes, all you need is a song that puts the right words in your mouth.
No matter what’s going on in your life, this song tells you, “It’ll be okay” and to “just dance.” And while that might not always be practical advice, it’s worth keeping in mind.
“Live right now. Just be yourself. Doesn’t matter if you’re good enough for someone else.” This is a great pick-me-up when you’re tempted to feel insecure.
I can’t be the only one reminded of the scene in Guardians of the Galaxy, where Peter Quill dances his way to one of the infinity stones, with this song playing on his walkman.
This one fits the mood when you’re thinking of starting a revolution and changing the world for the better. No one can force you to be someone you don’t want to be.
“Sometimes, the only payoff for having any faith is when it’s tested again and again every day.” Listen to this when your faith is tested — only to become stronger than before.
No matter how you interpret this song, the rhythm and vocal element make it an excellent pick for those moments when you want to feel “dangerous” (in a good way).
Play this song as a tribute to the person in your life you allow to see more of you than anyone else sees — because everything they touch gets (even) better.
I can’t think of a better song to celebrate the magic of a loving relationship — or the magic of being with someone who brings out the best in you.
What Is the Most Influential Rock Song
Your favorite motivational songs resonate with you for a reason. This is how you want to feel. It’s how you feel at your best. And who wouldn’t want to feel that way all the time?
The best motivational rock song is the one that says the right thing (in the best way possible) in the present moment.
This is true for the same reason it’s more effective to reframe a challenge in the present moment — replacing negative language with a new, positive (or neutral) story — than to repeat the same affirmation you’ve been using all day.
For me, at this moment, the song on this list that speaks the loudest is “Best of You” by The Foo Fighters. For you, it might be something else.
Take a moment to just enjoy it.
Now that you’ve looked through this list of 31 motivational rock songs, which ones stood out for you? Are any of them your favorites? Or did you find a new one?
A song that hits you just right in one moment might give way to another song in the next. Good thing we have brilliant minds creating new motivational songs all the time.
What song is the best fit for you in this moment? And how does it make you feel?
