2025 Major League Baseball Walk-up Songs We Love

Baseball entrance music has become as much a part of America's pastime as hot dogs and the seventh-inning stretch. In our latest podcast episode, we dive deep into the world of MLB walk-up songs – those brief musical interludes that accompany batters to the plate or pitchers to the mound, setting the tone for what's about to unfold.

The psychology behind these musical choices is fascinating. Players select songs that not only pump themselves up but also create an atmosphere of anticipation among the crowd. Take Francisco Lindor of the New York Mets, who chose The Temptations' "My Girl" – not your typical high-energy sports anthem. Yet the genius lies in how the entire stadium continues singing even after the music cuts out, creating a unique home-field advantage and emotional connection between player and fans.

Contrast this with the heavy bass beats that dominate many players' selections. Songs like "Swag Surfin'" by Fast Life Yungstaz (chosen by Yankees superstar Aaron Judge) and "Drip Too Hard" by Lil Baby and Gunna (Vlad Guerrero Jr.'s choice) lean heavily on strong, thumping bass lines that immediately signal confidence and swagger – perfect for power hitters approaching the plate with intimidation on their minds.

The classic rock contingent remains strong in baseball, with Pete Alonso (Mets) walking up to Derek and the Dominos' "Layla" and Austin Wells (Yankees) choosing Led Zeppelin's "Whole Lotta Love." These guitar-driven anthems with instantly recognizable openings generate immediate crowd reaction – crucial since players only get about 30 seconds of each song as they approach. Justin Turner of the Chicago Cubs takes this approach to cinematic heights with the "Top Gun Anthem," whose opening bell tone creates instant drama and recognition.

What's particularly intriguing is how these musical selections offer a window into players' personalities and cultural backgrounds. Young Hulu of the San Diego Padres brings Korean hip-hop into Major League Baseball with Supreme Team's energetic "Dang, Dang, Dang," while others showcase regional pride, like Rangers pitcher Chris Martin using "Texas" by Big X, The Plug – a perfect geographical alignment that resonates with the home crowd.

The superstitions surrounding walk-up music add another layer of intrigue. Some players change their songs during slumps or hitting streaks, creating sonic talismans they hope might influence their performance. Nick Castellanos of the Philadelphia Phillies has developed an almost supernatural reputation for hitting home runs during somber broadcast moments – a strange baseball curse that adds mystique to his musical selection of Michael Jackson's "Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough."

As baseball evolves in the modern era with record-breaking contracts and franchise relocations (like the Athletics' ongoing journey from Oakland to potentially Las Vegas), these musical moments remain a consistent thread connecting generations of fans to the game. Whether it's the old-school appeal of Stevie Nicks' "Edge of 17" or the contemporary swagger of Rihanna's "Needed Me," walk-up music continues to enhance the theatrical elements of baseball while giving players a moment of personal expression in a team-oriented sport.

You can listen to the episode below, or add the playlists to your library on Apple Music and Spotify!

The Mix and the MLB Player(s) that use the song:

1. Texas by BigXthaPlug

   1. Chris Martin (Texas Rangers) and Trevor Story (Boston Red Sox)

2. My Girl by The Temptations

   1. Francisco Lindor (New York Mets)

3. Drip Too Hard by Lil Baby & Gunna

   1. Vlad Guerrero (Toronto Blue Jays)

4. Layla by Derek & The Dominos

   1. Pete Alonso (New York Mets)

5. Whole Lotta Love by Led Zeppelin

   1. Austin Wells (New York Yankees)

6. Swag Surfin’ by F.L.Y. – Fast Life Yungstaz

   1. Aaron Judge (New York Yankees)

7. Armed and Dangerous by Juice WRLD

   1. Julio Rodriguez (Seattle Mariners)

8. Top Gun Anthem by Harold Faltermeyer & Steve Stevens

   1. Justin Turner (Chicago Cubs)

9. Don’t Stop ’Til You Get Enough by Michael Jackson

   1. Nick Castellanos (Philadelphia Phillies)

10. Needed Me by Rihanna

    1. Riley Greene (Detroit Tigers)

11. Edge of Seventeen by Stevie Nicks

    1. Brent Rooker (A’s)

12. Dang Dang Dang by Supreme Team

    1. Jung Hoo Lee (San Francisco Giants)

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