2024’s Top Stadium Anthems Revealed

As we gear up for some major sports events coming this summer, let’s take a moment to celebrate the songs that cheer us up, pump up fans, boost players’ energy, and keep the stadiums shaking.

New hits vs. classics

Wetten has compiled a list of the Top 30 stadium and arena songs, based on YouTube views and Spotify streams as of 2024, that are played in stadiums all over the world. These anthems will undoubtedly add to the electrifying atmosphere as fans gather to support their teams.

While newer hits dominate the scene, timeless classics from past decades continue to electrify crowds, amassing massive views on YouTube and streams on Spotify.

At the top of the charts with over 7.1 billion views is Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars’ irresistible “Uptown Funk” (2014), a funky anthem that never fails to get people dancing. Close behind is Katy Perry’s powerful and uplifting “Roar,” boasting 5.1 billion views. Taylor Swift’s infectious “Shake It Off” grooves into third place with 4.8 billion views. Shakira’s vibrant and unforgettable “Waka Waka” secures fourth place with 4.2 billion views, while Linkin Park’s iconic rock anthem “In the End” rounds out the top five with 3.7 billion views.

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Methodology:

We started by exploring the songs commonly played at sports matches and major championships across different sports over the past decade. Then, we gathered data from YouTube views and Spotify streams for each song (as of May 2024). We added up the numbers for each song, combining the views from YouTube with the streams from Spotify. Finally, we compiled a list of the Top 30 stadium and arena songs, showcasing their widespread popularity.