*I regularly update this list. The newest additions are always listed at the top of each category.
Are you looking for the best spinning songs for your cycle class? For your personal workout? Or you just want a motivating exercise playlist? If so, you’re in the right place.
I’ve worked as a group exercise instructor for 15 years, training people from different backgrounds with a range of musical preferences. I know what music fuels a workout and what songs keep you going when things get tough.
This list includes everything from electronic to gospel and hip hop to disco. Within each category, you’ll find old and new songs. The most recent addition will appear at the top of the list. Enjoy!
Traditional / Johnny G Style
I’ve been cycling long before Soul Cycle and Peloton existed. I’m part of the Johnny G crew that would ride to a song of only drum beats and get lost in it. This section is about building mental focus and endurance. *Most of these have no lyrics.
Great Spirit – Armin Van Buuren
Samb Adagio – Safri Duo
Chapati – Undercover
Kerala – Bonobo
Drop That Low – Tujamo
The Tribe – Vini Vici
Reaching Out – Nero
Balkan – Omiki
Imaginary Friends – UnderCover
Pranava – Ace Ventura
Crank It – Kideko
Bass Inside – AC Slater
Kingdoms – Ben Gold
Female Hip Hip
These female MCs will challenge you to break boundaries. If you use these correctly, you will have some of the best spinning songs on your playlist.
Doechii – Crazy
Good Form – Nicki Minaj
We Run This – Missy Elliot
Conceited – Remy Ma
Go Head – Queen Latifah
Break Fool – Rah Digga
Kitana – Princess Nokia
Stompin To The 90s – YoYo
Echelon – Angel Haze
Hustling – Trina
Jump Off – Lil Kim
I’ll Be – Foxy Brown
70s
If you’re an old soul or you teach a class full of old souls, this list is a winner. A nostalgic playlist makes the workout more fun!
Heaven Knows – Donna Summer
Disco Inferno – The Trammps
Boney M. – Rasputin
Staying Alive – Bee Gees
Dance Yourself Dizzy – Liquid Gold
Boogie Wonderland – Earth Wind & Fire
Relight My Fire – Dan Hartman
Young Hearts Run Free – Candi Station
Can You Feel It – Jacksons
80s
Let’s Hear It For The Boy – Deniece Williams
Footloose – Kenny Loggins
It’s Raining Men – Weather Girls
I’m Still Standing – Elton John
Rhythm Is Gonna Get You – Gloria Estefan
Holding Out For A Hero – Bonnie Tyler
Neutron Dance – Pointer Sisters
Take on Me – A ha
Walking on Sunshine Katrina & the Waves
Big Fun – Inner City
Let’s Go Crazy – Prince
Gospel & Christian
The right vibes can transform your workout into a spiritual experience. If you like to praise while you sweat, this is for you.
Could’ve Been – Kirk Franklin
Glorious – Martha Munizzi
War – Charlie Jenkins
Shout – J Moss
Jesus Is Real – John P. Kee
Real Party – Mary Mary
Just Wanna Say – Israel Houghton
You Are Good – Israel & New Breed
We Are Victorious – Donnie McClurkin
All Things New – Anthony Evans
I Can’t Help It – Canton Jones
Fresh – Tye Tribbett
Dancehall & Afrobeats
These songs will make you lose track of time, and do a little dutty wine. 🙂
Feel – Davido
Ukwu – Timaya
Show Yourself – Konshens
No Laziness – Ketchup, Bunju Garlin
Physically – Walshy Fire, Sonny
Voodoo – Garmiani, Walshy Fire
Like A Pro – The Wizard, Nyanda
Pon De Flor – Major Lazer, Vybz
Dutty Wine – Tony Matterhorn
Split In Di Middle – Freezy
Push It – Skinny Fabulous
Soul Passion – Drumatic
Rock & Metal
The screaming voices and guitar may be too much for sensitive listeners but from an intensity perspective, hard rock is one of the best genres to help push you to the goal.
Fangs – Frank Carter
Black Honey – Thrice
Down With The Sickness – Disturbed
Bodies – Drowning Pool
Motorbreath – Metallica
The Pride – Five Finger Death Punch
Psychological – Slipknot
Monster – Skillet
Get Off – Halestorm
Alone Bullet – For My Valentine
Give It All – Rise Against
Best Spinning Songs: Old School Hip Hop
These hits bring the fire you need for speed and the nostalgia to make it worth your time. Try to max out your effort during the chorus and the bridge.
Bring The Pain – WuTang Clan
Scenario – A Tribe Called Quest
Funky Child – Lords Of The Underground
Ruffneck – MC Lyte
Monie In The Middle – Monie Love
Expression – Salt n PepaAnte Up – M.O.P
Shimmy Shimmy Ya – ODB
Slam – Onyx
Rock The Bells – LL Cool J
Set It Off – Big Daddy Kane
Time 4 Sumaskin – Redman
It’s Tricky – Run D.M.C.
We Pop – RZA
All About You – 2Pac
Dance & Electronic
The songs builds. The beat drops. Then you sprint for your life. This is one of the best genres for spinning songs.
Right Party – Anna Lunoe
Blood On My Hands – August 08, Smino
Vibes – Nasko
No Sleep – Martin Garrix, Boon
Breathe – Ayday
Palladio – Rob In Space
Ghosts N’ Stuff – Deadmau5
Turn Off The Lights – Chris Lake, Alexis Roberts
Piece Of Your Heart – MEDUZA, Goodboys
Keep On Reaching – Alex Schulz, Danielle Diaz
Hotstepper – John Gibbons
Oh Yes – Laidback Luke, Keanu
I Dare You – Jauz, Axel Boy
Girl Power
Tap into the female energy and let the vibes ease you into a state of focus.
Drive And Disconnect – Nao
Physical – Dua Lipa
Lizzo – Juice
Cobrastyle – Robyn
How Bad Do You Want It – Sevyn Streeter
Sorry Not Sorry – Demi Lovato
Born This Way – Lady Gaga
Can’t Remember To Forget You – Shakira, Rihanna
212 – Azealia Banks
Mothers Daughter – Miley Cyrus
The One – Mary J
Gimme Dat – Ciara
Chandelier – Sia
Bang Bang – Jessie J, Ariana
Hip Hop
Ride the beat during the verse. When you hear the chorus, push yourself as hard as you can. Go. All. Out.
Swizzmontana – Swizz Beats
Talk To Me – Run The Jewels
Higher – DJ Khalid
Wild For The Night – ASAP Rocky, Skrillex
Krit Here – BIG Krit
Worrying Bout Me – BJ Chicago Kid
Under Enemy Arms – Trippie Redd
Beanie (Mack B**) – Beanie Seagal
Pretty Little Thing – Will.i.am, Lady Leshurr
Is That Your Chick – Memphis Bleek, Jay Z, Missy
Oye Mi Canto – N.O.R.E., Daddy Yankee
These are motivating spinning songs particularly for hard workouts, sprints and intense intervals. Add these tunes to your personal workout playlist or use these songs to motivate your fitness class. Keep me updated on your workout wins!
♡ coach
Angel has a M.S. Kinesiology and 15 years of hands-on experience. Her credentials include Cycle Instructor of the Year, Team USA duathlete, and Nike Trainer. To work with Angel or join the F&H community, send a message and we’ll let you know the next steps. Thanks for stopping by!
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