25 Best Youth Walk-Up Songs, Great For Little League

“We Will Rock You” by Queen

Song year: 1977

British rock band Queen released “We Will Rock You” for their News of the World album. It's garnered plenty of fans and set records like being inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.

If you've ever been to a sporting event, you've likely heard them play this hit pump-up song. Use this walk-up song to inspire a young athlete to “rock” the other team with their unbeatable talent.

“Welcome to the Jungle” by Guns N' Roses

Song year: 1987

American rock band, Guns N' Roses featured “Welcome to the Jungle” on their 1987 debut album, Appetite for Destruction. It reached number seven on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and 24 on the UK Singles Chart.

The song is about the dark side of pursuing fame in Los Angeles. However, it's another excellent hype song to get your player ready to hit a home run.

“Party Up (Up in Here)” by DMX

Song year: 2000

American rapper DMX released “Party Up (Up in Here) as the second single from his third album …And Then There Was X. It became his most successful single in the US and was listed as number 388 on Rolling Stone's “Top 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.”

His song was a message to those who thought success might soften him. The chorus provides an excellent musical backdrop for a hard-playing little league player.

“All the Way Up” by Fat Joe and Remy Ma, ft. Infared and French Montana

Song year: 2016

“All the Way Up” is a hip-hop song by American rapper Fat Joe for his and Remy Ma's as the first single from their collaborative album Plata O Plomo. It was nominated for Best Rap Performance and Best Rap Song at the 59th Grammy Awards.

In any sport, the team's goal is to keep moving up in their score and the league to win it all. “All the Way Up” is a perfect motivational song to walk up to bat.

“California Love” by 2Pac ft. Dr. Dre

Song year: 1996

Late American rapper 2Pac featured rapper-producer Dr. Dre for “California Love” as 2Pac's comeback single upon release from prison. It topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart, holding its spot for two weeks.

The song celebrates the hip-hop lifestyle in California. Although it may seem like an unlikely choice, listening to the lively hip-hop beat may change your mind.

“Humble” by Kendrick Lamar

Song year: 2017

“Humble” is a song by the American rapper Kendrick Lemar and would become his second number-one single on the US Billboard Hot 100. It received four nominations at the 60th Annual Grammy Awards.

Lamar challenges fellow rappers to sit down, be humble, and respect his position as one of the greatest. Like many songs, the lyrics are up to interpretation; you can easily align them with baseball.

“Song 2” by Blur

Song year: 1997

English rock band Blur released “Song 2” as the second song on their fifth studio album, Blur. It peaked at number two on the UK Singles Chart and number six on the US Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart.

Due to the intro and chorus, you may know this song as the “woo-hoo” song. It's a great song to amp you up and play ball with all your might.

“Bring Em Out” by T.I.

Song year: 2004

“Bring Em Out” is the lead single from T.I.'s third studio album Urban Legend. It was T.I.'s first US top-ten single, peaking at number nine on the US Billboard Hot 100.

The song was used as the entrance theme for the LA Rams in Super Bowl LIII and featured extensively during the 2006 NBA Finals. It's an excellent sports song to get the team excited.

“U Can't Touch This” by MC Hammer

Song year: 1990

American rapper MC Hammer co-wrote, produced, and released “U Can't Touch This” as the third single from his third album, Please Hammer Don't Hurt ‘Em. It's received several awards and recognition.

We hope the other team's catcher doesn't touch the ball. What better lyrics to hear as the player walks up to bat?

“Can't Tell Me Nothing” by Kayne West

Song year: 2007

American rapper Kanye West released “Can't Tell Me Nothing” on his third studio album, Graduation. It originated from Jeezy's “I Got Money,” featuring vocal samples from the original song.

This is another song you'd choose for both the beat and the lyrics. Use it as a reminder to stay confident and not let other players get in your head.

“Pour It Up” by Rihanna

Song year: 2012

“Pour It Up” is a hit by Barbadian singer Rihanna on her seventh studio album, Unapologetic. It peaked at number 19 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and was her second number-one single on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart.

This song is an instant confidence booster whether you're a man, woman, or child, making it a phenomenal option as a little league walk-up song.

“Bawitdaba” by Kid Rock

Song year: 1998

American singer Kid Rock released “Bawitdaba” on his fourth studio album, Devil Without a Cause. This song brought the album's success, becoming one of Rock's most popular songs.

Rock explains that the song is about finding the good in all types of people. However, we suggest this song due to the undeniable energy-inducing beat.

Top Youth Walk-Up Songs, Final Thoughts

A great walk-up song can inspire, motivate, and energize players of all ages. Take some time to view the list of the best youth walk-up songs to determine which one inspires your little league all-start the most.