Songs about victory are pretty cool. Most of them raise spirits and cheer you up thanks to their lyrics and melodies. When people get together to dance or work out, it’s common for them to sing victory songs.
Victory songs are the perfect way to congratulate yourself on a job well done, whether you just graduated, won a game or got hired. You invested in the work, now watch as you reap the rewards!
Setting a mood with holiday music is fun and even helps you reflect on your own life. It’s the perfect thing to ease the stress of being successful on your own. This list is guaranteed to have a song that will help you celebrate and appreciate your victories!
Top Songs about Winning, Victory, Celebration & Success
You’re a champion. You worked hard, you studied, you polished, and you won. You want a festive playlist that is the same number as yours but you’re tired of the same old Queen anthem.
Don’t worry, champ. You are the greatest modern dancer. We will sing the praises of your accomplishments. Let the sweet sound of success echo in the air, and raise your gold medal high.
You’ve probably heard some songs about winning, whether it be at a football game or an annual sports day. These songs have catchy rhythms and are loud. They convey the hope and optimism that these songs represent.
Many songs about victory have gained international and national fame.
To find the best holiday songs, we listened to and researched a lot of music. Here’s a list with the top victory songs that have shaken the globe in every sense of the word. It doesn’t matter what order we play these songs in our playlist!
1. Good To Be Alive (Hallelujah) – Andy Grammer
With its catchy beat, this groovy song will get you moving in no time. Grammer performed “Good To Be Alive” (Hallelujah), while Grammer was on Dancing With The Stars.
Grammer’s street performance experience and the long wait for his big break inspired the lyrics. The song captures the pure joy Grammer feels when he finally gets it all.
“Good To be Alive (Hallelujah),” reached #12 on Billboard’s Adult Top 40 chart and #20 on the Adult Contemporary chart. It also reached #62 on Billboard’s Hot 100.
2. Sweet Victory – David Glen Eisley
If you want to be a winner before a big game, “Sweet Victory,” is the song to listen to.
David Glen Eisley and Bob Kulick, an American guitarist and record producer, co-wrote “Sweet Victory” in 1997. The song’s inspiring lyrics encourage you to fight on your own, even when it seems impossible.
It was featured on Spongebob Squarepants’ 2001 episode, which greatly increased its popularity. It reached #23 on the Hot Rock Songs Chart in 2019.
3. Thunder Road – Bruce Springsteen
Bruce Springsteen’s “Thunder Road” is a powerful song that focuses on the joy of a romantic relationship. It’s one those songs that makes you want to travel the world.
Springsteen invites his fans to join him on this musical adventure, and they share the joy of embarking upon a new journey together.
Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Songs of All Time 2021 ranked the rock song at 111. It reached #5 on France’s Radio Airplay Chart in 1975.
4. Roar – Katy Perry
This song can be a great motivator to get through a difficult day. Katy Perry’s statement song is designed to inspire listeners to stand up for themselves and to take on the next stage of their lives with courage, confidence, and boldness.
2013’s “Roar”, the best-selling female song in Australia, reached #1 on the U.S. charts. Adult Pop Songs Chart.
5. Hall Of Fame – The Script ft. will.i.am
This song is a mix of hip-hop and pop-rock that will get your heart pumping!
The Hall of Fame is about following your dreams and making a positive impact on the world. Listeners are reminded by the lyrics that they can do anything they desire.
It reached #1 on the Irish Singles Chart, and was also debuted at #2 in the UK in 2012. It charted at #25 in the U.S. the same year.
6. U Can’t Touch It – MC Hammer
This 1990 pop-rap hit is a great way to celebrate your accomplishment.
“U Can’t Touch This”, MC Hammer’s perfect hype song, portrays the narrator to be the embodiment of success. He repeatedly states that no one can match his dancing and musical skills throughout the lyrics.
Hammer won the Grammy Award in 1991 for Best R&B Song, and Best Rap Solo Performance. It also reached #1 in ten other countries that year.
7. All Star – Smash Mouth
This song radiates confidence! It’s likely you’ve heard it in Shrek, the movie for kids.
It’s a positive song that encourages listeners not to be discouraged and encourages them to pursue their dreams. The lyrics were written to boost self-esteem and to let Smash Mouth’s followers know they can achieve anything they dream of.
In 1999, the alternative rock song reached the top of both Mainstream Top 40 and Billboard Adult Top 40 charts. It is also one of America’s most-streamed songs during the period 2017-2021.
8. Champion – Fall Out Boy
This encouraging song by Fall Out Boy, an American rock band, will appeal to pop-rock fans.
Many believe that this inspiring anthem is Pete Wentz’s reference of his battle with bipolar disorder. The lyrics emphasize the importance of overcoming obstacles and not allowing them to define you.
“Champion” reached #10 on Billboard’s Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart. In the same year, it reached #18 on Alternative Airplay.
9. My Way – Frank Sinatra
Everyone loves a Frank Sinatra song. Especially when it’s upbeat and nostalgic.
“My Way” is about how the narrator looks back at his life and concludes that he is happy with how it has been. He doesn’t regret anything and did everything exactly the way he wanted.
It reached the #2 spot on Easy Listening’s chart, and the #27 position on the Billboard Hot 100. It charted in the UK Top 40 for seventy-five weeks consecutively in 1969, making it only the second ever song to achieve that feat in music history.
10. Girl On Fire – Alicia Keys
This R&B song is for all women. It’s so inspiring that you can’t help but feel inspired by it.
“Girl On Fire” tells the story of a girl who pursues her passions and lets go what holds her back. It’s basically a song about freedom, and being the best version you can be.
The fiery Alicia Keys song reached #1 in several countries, including South Korea, Slovakia and Austria in 2012. The Billboard Hot 100 also reached #11 that year.
11. Another One Bites The Dust – Queen
We asked our staff what their favorite songs of all time were and Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody” was a clear consensus. We also can’t forget about this classic from the 80s, “Another One Bites the Dust.”
The song’s main message appears to be the refusal to give up. The lyrics explain that no matter what the opposition, the narrator is prepared for it.
Queen’s signature song charted 1 on the charts in 1980 and won an American Music Award for Favorite Rock Single in 1981.
12. Can’t Hold Us – Macklemore & Ryan Lewis ft. Ray Dalton
Macklemore has released music with Ryan Lewis since 2011.
This great beat talks about how the sky is limitless for those who want to chase their dreams. It’s all about motivating people to work hard but also enjoy the moment when things turn out in their favor.
“Can’t Hold Us” by Macklemore & Ryan Lewis was the most streamed song by Spotify in 2013. It also became the 8th best-selling song in that same year and hit number 1 on the US Billboard Hot 100 during its release.
13. Started From The Bottom – Drake
Many people are able to relate with Drake’s lyrics in “Started From The Bottom.” Those who grew up poor or are currently climbing the corporate ladder know just how strong of a bond it forms. Its summertime and Drake has us in the mood with his latest hit, “Summer Sixteen.”
This is a great example of Drake’s music reflecting his humble background and how he and his family fought hard to succeed in the music industry. He talks about the sacrifices he made on his journey and how he plans to show appreciation for those who supported him.
This hip hop song peaked at position 6 on Billboard’s Hot 100 chart and 2 on Billboard Rap Songs Chart in 2013. It also won Track of the Year at the 2013 BET Hip Hop Awards.
14. Best Day Of My Life – American Authors
I heard a really good song today and it’s called “Best Day Of My Life” by American Authors.
The central message I get from this uplifting song is that it’s always worth celebrating the little things in life, even if you’re just having a bad day. It’ll remind people that there’s always a way to make any day better, no matter how bad it seems.
This pop-rock song was 4th of March 2013. AI is a theme in films like Vampire Diaries, The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, and Glee.
15. Winner – Pet Shop Boys
This Pet Shop Boys tune is another song about how great it feels to be on top of the world.
Winner is a synth pop song written by the composer of the London Olympics. The lyrics talk about the journey to get to where you are right now and inspire people to enjoy themselves while they’re on their way to success.
In 2012, the song reached 8 on the Billboard Dance Singles Sales chart and 16 on the Japan Hot 100. The song also peaked at number 12 on Billboard’s Dance Club Songs chart in the same year.
16. Good Feeling – Flo Rida
This new hip hop/dance song features a memorable vocal sample from the Etta James song, at least that’s my opinion, “Something’s Got a Hold On Me.” It’s great you’re having such a good time in life and are trying to maintain the momentum.
“Good Feeling” hit 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 and 1 on the UK Singles chart in 2012. The song has sold over 1.2 million copies in the UK.
17. The Champion – Carrie Underwood ft. Ludacris
Carrie Underwood’s “The Champion” is a great song to listen to when you need to get pumped up for a sports game. Lyrics to this song can also be applied to other challenging events outside of a relationship.
This awesome anthem is designed to motivate people and reminds them that they are a champion. These lyrics often speak about overcoming the tough challenges we face in life, whether it’s related to sports or anything else.
The Champions is the feature song from the Superbowl and the Winter Olympics. Underwood walked away with Female Video of the Year at the 2018 CMT Music Awards for her song.
18. All I Do Is Win – DJ Khaled ft. Ludacris, Rick Ross, T-Pain, & Snoop Dogg
Any hip-hop aficionado will be happy to hear their newest favorite rap song from some epic artists.
“All I Do Is Win” basically states that DJ Khaled’s crew of rappers can’t lose. They’re going to win no matter what, I know that for sure.
It peaked at #8 on the Hot R&B/Hip Hop Songs chart and #63 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2010. The song also became an anthem for various professional sports teams, being played before games. In 2010-2011, the New York Knicks used it as their introduction music for their player introductions.
19. On Top Of The World – Imagine Dragons
Have you ever felt so happy that you just want to tell the world? Well, Imagine Dragons have an awesome song that’s all about that feeling.
“On Top Of The World” is a song about overcoming hardships to find success.
The song reached 79 in the US and 10 on the US Rock chart in 2012. It spent a lot of time in the top 10 in different countries, like Australia, Poland, and Portugal.
20. Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now – Starship
Here’s another of our top picks for songs with a celebratory theme. We have “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now” by the American rock band. A perfect song for two soulmates who are ready to take on the world together.
The singer conveying the lyrics in this soft rock duet is so lovesick that they decide to dedicate their life entirely to just one person who they think is the right one.
It was the second best-selling song in 1987 and also hit number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 during the same year. Having an old timer in the band is a definite plus.
21. One Moment In Time – Whitney Houston
You can’t go wrong by listening to Whitney Houston! Her song “I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)” is also one of the best songs in the 80s because it’s just that awesome.
This emotional pop/R&B track focuses on the narrator’s yearning to make her mark on the world. Don’t settle for anything less than the best, just like in this song!
“One Moment In Time” became the 3rd single by Houston that hit 1 in the UK and at the same time got to 1 in America. “Crazy Love” charted on the Adult Contemporary chart in 1988. The song also made it on the Billboard Hot 100 that same year.
22. You’re The Best – Joe Esposito
This is from the 1984 film, The Karate Kid. When the two main characters win their karate matches before the finals, this is a famous moment from the movie.
The song’s simple lyrics are in sync with the upbeat music and they’re a great motivator. They’re aimed at encouraging listeners to believe in themselves and strive to achieve their goals.
“You’re the Best” was never released as a single in 1984, but it has been used in many movies and TV series over the years. Big Stan (2007), Bachelor Party (1985), Wedding Ringer (2015) The Simpsons (2017), Brooklyn Nine-Nine (2014) and South Park.
23. The Winner Takes It All – ABBA
One of my favorite Ariana tracks is The Winner Takes It All. In the song, she sarcastically congratulates her ex for being able to get better after they broke up.
The pop ballad took the 1 spot on charts in Belgium, Ireland, the Netherlands, the UK and South Africa in 1980. It also made 1 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart in 1981.
24. Don’t Stop Believin – Journey
“Don’t Stop Believin” is a powerful song about never giving up on your dreams, but Journeys written some of the best love songs in history.
Some people think that the power of positive thinking only helps out those who are in a good place to start with, but this particular song is perfect for anyone. As the lyrics show, it’s always possible to bounce back. You just have to be strong and never give up!
The song had a lot of success, ranking 9th on the US Billboard charts in 1981. And it’s been the highest-selling song in history since recorded music went digital.
25. Survivor – Destiny’s Child
Destiny’s Child has been around for decades and their songs are great for motivating you to go the extra mile. If we had to suggest one, “Survivor” may be a good choice since it’s hard-hitting and catchy. The Youtube video is one of the best TikTok songs ever, making it pretty inspirational too.
Survivor is actually inspired by reality TV show, Survivor . Its lyrics talk about what it takes to survive some tough situations, from people going away or hateful criticism.
The song won a Grammy award in 2002 as well as being nominated in 2003. The music video for this song was awarded for Best R&B Video at the 2001 MTV Music Awards.
26. Celebration – Kool & The Gang
“Celebration”, a great tune for graduation parties, weddings and sporting events. Because the lyrics are universal, it is easy to adapt to any happy situation.
Because of its cultural, historic, and aesthetical importance, the Library of Congress selected the song to be kept in the National Recording Registry in 2020. It was also Kool & The Gang’s only single to reach #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1980.
27. Ain’t No Stopping Us Now – McFadden And Whitehead
If you’re in need of some quickee disco lovin’, this track will hit the spot.
This catchy song will help you keep winning. The song describes all the difficulties the narrator faced and those to come, but it focuses on the fact that he will never give up.
“Ain’t No Stopping Us” reached #3 on the Billboard Hot R&B charts in 1979. It was a crossover hit and went #1 on the Billboard Hot R&B charts. It reached #5 in the UK, and #10 on Billboard Disco charts that year.
28. Unstoppable – Sia
Sia, an Australian singer and songwriter, is not afraid to sing songs about success and winning. You’ll feel unstoppable when you press play on this song.
This electropop song speaks of confidence and resilience, while also proving that hard work and determination are necessary to make your dreams come true.
“Unstoppable” gained worldwide recognition and reached #1 on the Russia Airplay Top 20 charts and Belarus Unistar Radio Top 20 charts. It was also 2nd on France Downloads and Greece Airplay charts in 2019 and 2020.
29. Lose Yourself – Eminem
“Lose Yourself”, one of Eminem’s most iconic songs, is included in our playlist of the top 90s songs. This is not surprising given his legendary songwriting and performance abilities.
The lyrics of the song focus on Jimmy “B-Rabbit Jr.” Smith, the main character in the 2002 film 8 Mile. The song follows Smith’s journey to becoming a professional rapper despite all odds.
Rolling Stone named it among the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time for 2004. It won Best Original Song at Academy Awards 2003, a Grammy for Best Male Rap Solo Performance, and Best Rap Song 2004.
30. The Best – Tina Turner
A Tina Turner song will rev you up more than any other song. This one is no exception!
Bonnie Tyler originally recorded “The Best” in 1988. The lyrics are about the romance and excitement of a new relationship that feels like “the One.”
It reached #2 on the charts in Canada, Austria, Canada, Portugal, and Canada during 1989 and 1990. It reached #1 in Scotland in 1989 and #9 in the UK for 2010.
31. I’m Still Standing – Elton John
“I’m Still Standing” focuses on the importance of surviving a broken heart.
Elton John’s track “Don’t Go Breaking My Heart” is also on our list of the top karaoke duets.
John is a song about his recovery from a cold-hearted lover who ended their relationship. The lyrics say that John is “still standing” despite not being together anymore.
It reached the #1 spot on Canada’s Top Singles charts and the Swiss charts in 1983. In the same year, it also reached #4 in the UK as well as #12 on the Billboard Hot 100 U.S.
32. Eye Of The Tiger – Survivor
This song is by Survivor if you want to channel Rocky Balboa!
The upbeat song will get you moving. Its lyrics are focused on success through hard work and mental training (as in Rocky III). The song’s main message is that you must fight for your dreams.
“Eye Of The Tiger”, which reached #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1982, was also the #1 single on the UK Singles Chart. The song has sold more than 4.1 million digital copies worldwide as of 2015.
33. We Are The Champions – Queen
“We Are The Champions” was one of the most popular winning songs in arena rock and is often played at sports competitions.
Other Queen songs can be found on our best songs about memory and best karaoke song playlists. These include “Don’t Stop Me Now” as well as “Bohemian Rhapsody”.
“We Are The Champions” is about the joy of winning after a hard fight. It demonstrates that only those who persevere in a difficult effort can win.
It was also the official theme song of the 1994 FIFA World Cup. It reached #2 in the UK, #4 at the U.S. and #3 in Canada between 1977-78.
Summary
Wanna thank you very much and congratulate you on the victory! I can’t wait to see how you use these in different situations.
With all the challenging tasks ahead don’t forget to celebrate the success you have brought us. These songs can bring back your drive or remind you felt like celebrating in the first place.
FAQ for Songs about Winning, Celebration, Victory and Success
What are songs about winning, celebration, victory and success?
In the world of music, songs are often an expression of joy and celebration. Songs are used to express victory and success.
Best songs about winning. celebration, victory and success:
- “We Are The Champions” by Queen – A song about a team’s victory over their rivals
- “I’m Yours” by Jason Mraz – A song about triumph over someone who has hurt you before
- “Hallelujah” by Leonard Cohen – A song about being saved from despair and struggling with life
What makes a song about celebration, victory and success different from other songs?
There are several key differences between a song about celebrating victory and success and other types of songs. These songs are more optimistic in tone. In addition, it is more likely that the lyrics will be festive and joyful.
What do songs about winning, celebration, victory and success have in common?
There is a common theme that runs through the songs about winning celebration victory success. The songs are all happy and celebratory.
This is because they are singing of a victory over the odds, something that can only be achieved by overcoming great obstacles.
If you want to write your own song about celebrating success, consider these words of wisdom:
- Celebrate every achievement
- Keep your head up high and don’t let anyone bring you down
- Don’t forget to enjoy the moment
What is the effect of songs about winning, celebration, victory and success on the listener?
Songs about victory and celebration are often used to inspire people to continue fighting. However, they can also have the opposite effect.
The effect of victory songs on listeners has been studied in many different settings and it has been found that songs with lyrics like “I’m on top of the world” or “I feel like I could fly” can actually make people less motivated to achieve their goals. It may be because these songs are not tailored for real life situations and this can lead to disappointment when the song doesn’t live up to expectations.
How do songs about celebration, victory and success make people feel when they listen to them?
Victory songs are very popular among people and they have been used throughout history to celebrate victory. Victory songs are usually in the form of music.
Victory songs have a great effect on people’s emotions and make them feel good about themselves. This is because victory songs are meant to represent the triumph of good over evil, which makes people feel good about themselves in comparison.
Why are songs about winning, celebration, victory and success not popular?
Songs about winning celebration victory success are not popular because people think that the victory is not real.
It can be a good idea to write songs about victory and celebrate it in order to increase morale, but it may not be a good idea if you want your song to become popular.