From the opera-like opening ceremony to the athletes’ warm-up songs, music is an essential part of the ongoing Paris Olympics.

Athletes from around the world compete in dozens of disciplines across 32 sports. For those watching at home: Do you know what to listen to during commercial breaks, while you’re making a snack, or when your favorite isn’t doing so well? We’ve got you covered with a cheeky music guide for every sport—some more authentic than others.

You can listen to the full list on Spotify here.

While this snippet from “Lover” was featured on her Eras Tour set, Swift executed some spot-on choreography by retracting an invisible arrow, making it an obvious choice for the bow-wielding sport.

Of all the ambitious songs that talk about or center around running, none have had quite the resurgence as this gothic ’80s song.

There’s a subtle dignity to badminton, a racket sport that feels classic and requires a similarly top-notch song like this French pop hit.

The hip-hop all-star collaboration “Forever” was featured on the soundtrack to LeBron James’ 2008 documentary “More Than a Game,” making it a perfect basketball track. James was named Team USA’s male flag bearer this year, which makes it even more fitting.

Arguably the finest moment of lyrical songwriting on this list, this 1969 classic, partly about a boxer, is a narrative masterpiece.

Some music is inseparable from movement. This forward-looking record is all early electronica and robot rap, and it’s perfect for the Olympics’ newest sport.

The indie band was a participant in the once-popular “chillwave” subgenre, which is similar to drifting.

US cyclist Lily Williams explains why cyclists wear such striking helmets and why they all look so different.

Heavy breaths mixed with minimalist electronica from their forefathers – if that doesn’t inspire you to get on a bike, nothing will.

When this magnificent piece by the late Keith and great Nelson is played, the first word that comes to mind may not be “dressage”, but “horses” certainly does.

The K-pop girl group’s music video depicts a variety of sports, including fencing. That should be reason enough to celebrate.

Written for the other type of hockey, this country classic has a flexible warmth that’s perfect for the summer months.

“Puntería” was the official theme for TelevisaUnivision’s recently concluded 2024 Copa América broadcast; there’s no reason it couldn’t work for the Olympics, too. Of course, Argentina fans would agree.

You may prefer the Tom Jones cover or the Johnny Darrell original, but nothing beats Wagoner’s ode to green.

Simone Biles debuted the routine she could bring to the Olympics, ending with “Delresto (Echoes)” at the U.S. Classic earlier this year.

Utah-born Haley Batten won her first Olympic medal in women’s mountain biking by winning silver at the 2024 Paris Games.

This instantly recognizable post-war ballad is about moving forward without apology. In the case of Olympic handball, a sport recently dominated by France, this song takes on a different meaning. Don’t look back on your past successes; move on to the next one.

It may not be the most creative, but nothing says “combat sport” like “Ain’t No Problems” by Waka Flocka Flame, Young Thug, and Judo. You get the idea.

The modern pentathlon semi-finals and finals will take place at the Palace of Versailles this year, and the choice is inspired by the Swedish power metal band.

Shot during the reunion of the beloved British boy band, the clip focuses on rowing, making this track a perfect fit for the water sport.

The Welsh singer and comedian wrote this song to celebrate Wales’ victory over England in 1973. It has since become a rugby classic.

Sailing is an ancient sport, and no sound transports the listener back to a specific time than Holiday’s swinging tone. In this 1937 song, Holiday brings all her might, weaving together interesting phrasing and tempos.

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In film, shooting is often depicted with athletes leaning low to the ground to shoot—you get the idea? The truth is a little more complicated, but the sentiment still holds true.

Skateboarding is a relatively new sport to the Olympics, first introduced at the Tokyo Olympics. No song sums up the youthful spirit of skateboarding culture better than Lupe Fiasco’s “Kick, Push.”

During her “Hannah Montana” days, Miley Cyrus released this barn-burning, country-pop power ballad about perseverance. It’s almost too appropriate.

The competition could have been in Tahiti, but there was no other choice.

Before becoming a household name in Latin trap and reggaetón, Carrión was a professional swimmer and even represented his native Puerto Rico at the 2010 Central American and Caribbean Games.

The visual for this once-K-pop bop shows the girl group getting very serious about table tennis, and the song has all the excitement of the sport.

This year, the Olympics take on a special significance for athletes representing the Palestinian territories, with one of the most exciting Palestinian DJs featuring an energetic techno track in honour of taekwondo competitor Omar Ismail. While Ismail is the only Palestinian athlete to qualify for the Games on his own, the others entered via the wild card system.

Instead of listening to the entire “Challengers” album in one go, Lorde’s song “Tennis Court” can satisfy your need.

Dygert, the 2023 world champion, finished third in France on Sunday despite crashing early in the race.

When all else fails, this bombastic rock hit delivers. The band wrote the song’s chord changes to echo the punches in “Rocky III.” This may make it sound more suited to boxing, but truth be told, this classic works even better for triathlon. The song is all about endurance — just like the sport.

Three years ago, N’Gapeth helped France win the gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics. He’s competing again this year and is also a very talented rapper.

There’s nothing that people who lift weights love more than Eminem, except maybe lifting weights.

The aptly named former London indie rock band were once masters at voicing the wounds of youth, and adolescence can often feel like an internal wrestling match.