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13 Songs That Will Make You Want To Kick Today's Butt

Your perfect playlist.

Sam Erickson-Ely

Oct 23, 2018

Illinois State University

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1. "Eye of the Tiger," Survivor

"Eye of the Tiger" has been a classic for decades. It is the perfect workout song. It was also the main theme for the film "Rocky III."

2. "I'm Shipping Up to Boston," Dropkick Murphy's

"I'm Shipping Up to Boston" is an underrated song that will pump up anyone. It was featured on the soundtrack for the 2006 film "The Departed." The energy makes anyone want to turn up the volume when it's on. It can be heard at many different sporting events, especially in Boston, of course.

3. "300 Violin Orchestra," Jorge Quintero

"300 Violin Orchestra" has become synonymous with sports anthems in the past few years. The energy and instrumental beats will make your heart pound. It will pump you up right before an exam, group project, or speech.

4. "The Final Countdown," Europe

"The Final Countdown" has been insanely popular for over 30 years. The hard rock song will surely motivate anyone in need of an extra push.

5. "It's My Life," Bon Jovi

"It's My Life" was released in 2000, and it has been one of the band's most popular songs ever since. The rock song is a good song to listen to if you have a bad case of the "Mondays." Fun Fact: Bon Jovi performed "It's My Life" at the Super Bowl XXXVII postgame show in January 2003.

6. "Gonna Fly Now," Bill Conti

Also known as the "Theme from Rocky," "Gonna Fly Now" became the gold standard for sports movies themes. The movie "Rocky" was defined by this song and the training montage that accompanies the song. It will, believe it or not, make you want to go on a run and strike a victory pose when you hear it.

7. "You're the Best," Joe Esposito

"You're the Best" was released in 1984 and rose to glory in the film "The Karate Kid." It has been used in many other forms of media since it appeared in the movie. You will believe you're the best when you turn this on one.

8. "Beat It," Michael Jackson

One of Michael Jackson's greatest hits is definitely worth listening to. Released in 1983, it is still one of his most popular songs. "Beat It" has some of the best guitar work and lyrics of any Michael Jackson song. The music video also has a lot of energy and excellent choreography.

9. "Immigrant Song," Led Zeppelin

"Immigrant Song" from its opening note will jack you up if you are in desperate need of getting pumped up. It is worth listening to if you haven't heard this classic before.

10. "The Man," The Killers

"The Man" will boost anyone's confidence. It's unique beat and style will get stuck in your head for a few days after hearing it. Fun Fact: "The Man" was featured in the first trailer for "Vice," a biopic about former vice president Dick Cheney.

11. "Dream On," Aerosmith

The 1973 hit by Aerosmith will pick you right up and pump you up for any occasion. "Dream On" has been enjoyed by many and it is great when one is in need for extra motivation.

12. "I Won't Back Down," Johnny Cash

Johnny Cash's version of "I Won't Back Down" has a good tone for not backing down. This version has good guitar work and Johnny Cash brings his 'A' game.

13. "Life is a Highway," Rascal Flatts

The Rascal Flatts version of "Life is a Highway" was recorded for the Pixar movie "Cars." The version took off and had a life of its own. This song will make you wanna jump in your car and drive for hours on end.

When you need a pick me up, you don't always have to rely on coffee. These songs and artists will motivate you to finish that essay or run that mile. All you need is the internet and a pair of headphones, two things that aren't in shortage in today's world.

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13 Songs That Will Make You Want To Kick Today's Butt

Your perfect playlist.

In This Article:

1. "Eye of the Tiger," Survivor

2. "I'm Shipping Up to Boston," Dropkick Murphy's

3. "300 Violin Orchestra," Jorge Quintero

4. "The Final Countdown," Europe

5. "It's My Life," Bon Jovi

6. "Gonna Fly Now," Bill Conti

7. "You're the Best," Joe Esposito

8. "Beat It," Michael Jackson

9. "Immigrant Song," Led Zeppelin

10. "The Man," The Killers

11. "Dream On," Aerosmith

12. "I Won't Back Down," Johnny Cash

13. "Life is a Highway," Rascal Flatts

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1. Me after every class

2. If you really care about your grades

3. When you get a new homework assignment

4. When people ask what you're going to do after college

5. When you see people who don't study and get good grades

6. We're all broke here

7. FREE FOOD IS FREE FOOD!

8. When it seems like everyone in class is smart - EXCEPT THE PEOPLE IN YOUR GROUP PROJECT!!

Other than knowledge and all those important things

How to take stairs.

Caffeine is your friend.

How to study.

Finding free food.

How to take a nap anywhere.

How to appreciate sleep.

How to procrastinate productively.

Surprise: This is not on the syllabus

1. As a freshman, one does get to be called “freshman” by upperclassmen when they walk to parties in a mob of people.

2. Some of the best stories happen after 2 a.m.

3. Upperclassmen live for meal swipes from freshman because they are poor and need free food.

4. People are struggling just as much as you are so you're not alone.

5. You will never take privacy or personal space for granted ever again.

6. You are not the only one who has slept on the community bathroom floor after a night out.

7. Skipping class for Netflix is a valid excuse.

8. It’s totally acceptable to bring a pot of coffee, a sleeping bag and a pillow to the library.

9. Having class with a friend is the best because you can trade off days on who goes to class.

10. When you are a senior, you take the easiest classes to boost your GPA.

11. How to pull an all-nighter.

12. How to handle drunk people.

13. The drunk you does not look out for sober you about 90 percent of the time.

14. How to deal with a hangover.

15. How to interact with people very different from you.

16. The perfect amount to procrastinate on every assignment.

17. How to pass a class without paying for the textbook that was "required."

18. How to calculate your grades to see what you need on every test in order to maintain a passing grade.

19. How to hook-up with someone without getting emotions involved (but we all know that doesn’t happen).

20. How to handle your roommate when you want to strangle them.

21. That you miss your parent’s every day.

22. How to get into a bar when you aren’t 21.

23. How to BS on assignments, out loud and on your resume.

24. That theme parties are the greatest.

25. How to find free events that have free food.

26. That when there are puppies on campus it will be the greatest day of your life.

27. Alarms are necessary and you must set like seven of them in order to wake up in time for class.

28. Greek parties are exactly how they are in movies.

29. Care packages are treated like Christmas presents.

30. The friends you meet in college will become your bridesmaids and groomsmen.

31. That printers only break when you need them the most.

32. Cereal, ramen noodles, Easy Mac and microwavable pancakes can be used for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

33. That classes before 8 a.m. should be illegal.

34. Changing your major is OK.

Don't let the thesaurus-inspired vocabularies in our résumés fool you. We're actually just big kids.

"You should know exactly what career is right for your future by the time you're 18."

"Save all your money."

"Get plenty of sleep and adjust to a regular sleep schedule."

"Make sure to eat healthy, balanced meals. Don't forget those fruits and vegetables."

"Surround yourself with good, moral people."

"Don't do anything stupid."

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