Electronic dance music is inherently upbeat, energetic, and instrumental-focused, making it an outstanding choice for baseball players. Here are some of the best EDM walk-up songs.
“Flower” by Moby
Song Year: 2000
“Flower” is a good choice for those that don’t want to go too over the top with their song. It’s very simple, but has a really cool vibe to it. Striding up and nodding your head to the audience will complete the perfect walk-up.
It features a simple sample throughout, and is likely best played right from the beginning.
“Levels” by Avicii
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ovdm2yX4MA
Song Year: 2011
“Levels” only has a scattering of lyrics throughout its run, which is typical for EDM. However, its track opens with a slightly mournful style before changing to something upbeat, which is an emotion that works well for walk-ups.
Most leagues suggest somewhere between 15 and 90 seconds for a walk-up song, which is about right for starting into the first half of this song, going through the lyrics, and ending up the energy in the second half.
“Candyman” by Zedd and Aloe Blacc
Song Year: 2017
Candyman has a relatively sedate introduction for an EDM song, with lyrics about living for tomorrow and finding answers to questions. However, a little past 45 seconds, it kicks up the tempo. This song works best if you can get about 60 seconds of it, coming up to the plate in the last fifteen.
“Finally Moving” by Pretty Lights
Song Year: 2006
“Finally Moving” is an instrumental-focused EDM song, though it does have some milder lyrics as a background component. This is another song that’s good if you’re looking for about 60 seconds of intro tune, with the second part of that range being a little more up-tempo than the first.
“Finally Moving” is somewhat gentler than most EDM songs, making it a good choice for players who like to cultivate an air of friendliness.
“Welcome to the Party” by Diplo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QgOXIEhHU1Y
Song Year: 2018
Anything made for a Deadpool movie is going to be a little crazy by default, and “Welcome to the Party” doesn’t disappoint. It opens strong, and it’s usable in a timeframe as short as 15 seconds. It holds up for longer intros, though, especially around the 30-second mark. With a bopping beat and lyrics an athlete can enjoy, it’s a good choice for almost any position.
“Intoxicated” by Martin Solveig and Good Times Ahead
Song Year: 2015
“Intoxicated” starts with a strong beat, making it easy for crowds to clap along or at least bop their heads a little. It follows the intro with a rising sound to build up the excitement. This beat is most effective if you can play about fifty seconds of it, which allows for a natural pause in the beat while being close to what most leagues permit.
“Old Thing Back” by Matoma & The Notorious B.I.G.
Song Year: 2015
They say that legends never die, and that certainly seems to be true of The Notorious B.I.G., who some consider the greatest rapper of all time. “Old Thing Back” is an EDM remix of “Want That Old Thing Back” from 2007, which is itself a remix of B.I.G.’s “One More Chance” from 1995.
“Old Thing Back” is a chill, smooth song without the pulse-pounding energy of some EDM. It also works well in almost any length, making it a flexible option for players who aren’t sure how much of the song they’ll be able to play.
“More Than You Know” by Axwell Λ Ingrosso
Song Year: 2017
“More Than You Know” is an upbeat EDM song with a fundamentally optimistic outlook. The lyrics about being more than other people realize are great for any athlete, speaking well to the competitive aspects of the game. Length-wise, this song works best if you can get at least 25 seconds out of it and is rather flexible otherwise.
“Savage” by Whethan
Song Year: 2016
Whethan’s “Savage” starts a little chill, then kicks in with lyrics about ten seconds in and remains flexible as a walk-up song from that point forward. It’s especially good if you can get it to about the 60-second mark, where the lyrics about being a savage fit most athletes looking to do well at the plate.
If you’re looking for a harder beat in the best EDM walk-up songs, consider starting “Savage” part of the way through. That lets it show more of its full potential and offers a completely different experience when you’re heading up to the plate.
“This Girl” by Kungs vs Cookin’ on 3 Burners
Song Year: 2016
“This Girl” starts with some louder, higher notes than many of the other songs on this list, which is always a great way to grab the crowd’s attention. It has a much higher focus on vocals than most EDM tracks but starts up a more aggressive beat about 45 seconds in.
This is good because it means you can either stick with the first 45 seconds or use the bolder segments later in the track. Having versatility is always good in a walk-up song, and “This Girl” is one of the best choices in that regard.
“Holdin On” by Flume
Song Year: 2012
The idea of holding on is integral to many sports, so “Holdin On” is easy for many athletes to relate to. The song works especially well for athletes who can maintain a consistent performance at the plate, including those who come out to turn a game around or maintain a lead.
Top EDM Walk-Up Songs, Final Thoughts
The best EDM walk-up songs are much more than a loud, fast beat. Many of these songs are surprisingly calm, but they represent a full range of emotions and styles that speak to athletes. If you’re looking for something that focuses more on the music than the vocals for your walk-up, EDM may be a good match.