If you’re reading this, you’re probably one of those magical humans whose workout-du-jour is a nice long run. Or, hey, maybe you're like me and just want to try and make your attempt at a mile run a little less...rough. Either way, much like good workout shoes and workout clothes, good running music is a must-have for getting through any run (or brisk walk, no judgment here).
Here’s a hill I’ll die on: Music should never just be casual background noise when you’re in running mode. Motivating lyrics can elevate your mood, a bop with good ~cadence~ can keep you on pace, and, honestly, you’re bound to lose track of time when you’ve got a no-skips playlist on your hands.
Pinning down a solid “zone-out” track is hard enough, but to curate a playlist full of them? No small feat, I tell you. It takes serious research, experimenting, and vibe-checking to pull together a queue that’s worthy of keeping you company during that tough final stretch of miles. That’s where we come in. Don’t ya love when someone does the work so you don’t have to? Now presenting: a compilation of *the* 65 best running songs, broken down by genre OFC.
Whether you want validation from Olivia Rodrigo (it really is brutal out here) or a One Direction track to transport you to the good old days, here’s some running music that will fully keep you moving on your next run...after you stretch and hydrate, ofc. Oh, and don't forget to snag a running-friendly phone holder too.
If you’re into dance/electronic...
1. “Facehopping” by SOPHIE
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2. “Vroom Vroom,” by Charli XCX
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3. “Rich Bitch Juice (Laura Les Remix),” by Alica Longyu Gao
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4. “Hand Crushed by a Mallet,“ by 100 gecs
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5. “Higher Ground,” by TNGHT, Lunice, and Hudson Mohawke
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6. “Y.A.L.A.,” by M.I.A. the PartySquad, and Kenzo
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7. “disco tits,” by Tove Lo
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8. “Streets—DJ Sliink Remix,” by Doja Cat, DJ Sliink
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9. “La Tarde,” by Jude & Frank, AtcG
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10. “Dancing On My Own,” by Robyn
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11. “Changes,” by Sandy Rivera, Hayze
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12. “Look Right Through - MK Vocal Edit,” by Storm Queen, MK
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13. “Lifetime,” by Romy
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If you‘re into pop...
1. “Successful,” by Ariana Grande
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2. “Brutal,” by Olivia Rodrigo
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3. “No Control,” by One Direction
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4. “Tipsy,” by Chloe x Halle
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5. “Hot Girl Bummer,” by Blackbear
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6. “All Night,” by Icona Pop
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7. “Need to Know” by Doja Cat
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8. “Your Love Is My Drug,” by Kesha
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9. “Intentions,” by Justin Bieber feat. Quavo
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10. “Firework,” by Katy Perry
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11. “Mi Gente (Bass Boosted Version),” by J Balvin, Willy William, and Beyoncé
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12. “The Edge Of Glory,” by Lady Gaga
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13. “Cool,” by Dua Lipa
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If you’re into rap and hip-hop...
1. “Water,” by Beyoncé, Pharrell Williams, and Salatiel
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2. “Miss the Rage,” by Trippie Redd feat. Playboi Carti
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3. “Pride. Is. the. Devil,” by J.Cole feat. Lil’ Baby
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4. “Durag Activity,” by Baby Keem feat. Travis Scott
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5. “Glowed Up,” by KAYTRANADA feat. Anderson. Paak
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6. “In My Room,” by Frank Ocean
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7. “Just What I Am,” by Kid Cudi feat. King Chip
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8. “Whole Lotta Money,” by BIA
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9. “Neon Guts,” by Lil Uzi Vert feat. Pharrell Williams
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10. “Too Young,” by Post Malone
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11. “Franchise,” by Travis Scott feat. Young Thug and M.I.A.
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12. “Plan B,” by Megan Thee Stallion
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13. “Get Ur Freak On,” by Missy Elliott
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If you’re into rock...
1. “Don't Hurt Yourself,” by Beyoncé ft. Jack White
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2. “Teenagers,” by My Chemical Romance
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3. “Transparentsoul,” by WILLOW feat. Travis Barker
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4. “Bloody Valentine,” by Machine Gun Kelly
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5. “Zombie,” by The Cranberries
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6. “Santeria,” by Sublime
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7. “Heavydirtysoul,” by Twenty One Pilots
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8. “Kids in America,” by The Muffs
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9. “Just a Girl,” by No Doubt
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10. “Weightless,” by All Time Low
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11. “Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God) - 2018 Remaster,” by Kate Bush
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12. “Seven Nation Army,” by The White Stripes
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13. “Use Somebody,” by Kings of Leon
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If you’re into indie...
1. “Serotonin,” by Girl in Red
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2. “Summertime in Paris,” by Jaden feat. WILLOW
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3. “Mount Everest,” by Labyrinth
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4. “Paper Planes,” by M.I.A.
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5. “A Kiss,” by The Driver Era
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6. “Pictures of Girls,” by The Wallows
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7. “The Difference,” by Flume feat. Toro y Moi
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8. “The Less I Know the Better,” by Tame Impala
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9. “Stay Flo,” by Solange
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10. “Hey Mami,” by Sylvan Esso
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11. “TOOTIMETOOTIMETOOTIME,” by The 1975
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12. “Dog Days Are Over,” by Florence + The Machine
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13. “After Midnight,” by Phoenix
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