A good song for working out, or for in the gym, is something that you can move to.
Soft, slow or quiet music, and calm sounds from pianos, stringed instruments, or flute-like instruments seem to be very calming, and have the reverse effect of what you're looking for in a work out.

Generally, rock works very well, or something with an awesome beat.

Songs that get you pretty pumped are:
1. "Are You Gonna Be My", by Jet
This song has some awesome guitar riffs that'll get you jumping.
2. "Remember The Name", by Fort Minor
Most rap songs are pretty bad for getting up-and-running, but "Remember The Name" has a beat that gets your adrenaline pumping, and quickly gets you into a "Nothing can stop me!" state.
3. "Headstrong", by Trapt
When you're Headstrong, you can do anything.
4. "Back In Black", by AC/DC
"Back In Black" gives you a great sense of confidence.
5. "Seven Nation Army", by White Stripes
"A seven nation army couldn't hold me back!" this quote from the song says it all.
6. "Give It Away", Red Hot Chili Peppers
The Red Hot Chili Peppers can always get you pumped. Bottom line.
7. "Let's Get It Started", by Black Eyed Peas
Get out there and get it started! The Black Eyed Peas have an uncanny ability to get you grooving.
8. "Heartbreaker", by Led Zeppelin
Highly energizing. I would elaborate more, but that's really, all I can say.
9. "Dirty Little Thing", by Velvet Revolver
Lots of noise, pounding drums, and a little bit of screaming gets you going.
This has all of the above.
10. "Faint", by Linkin Park
You know how, when you're angry, you get psyched beyond reasoning? This helps you get REAL psyched.

Other Great Songs:
"Walk This Way", by Aerosmith
"Witchcraft", by Wolfmother
"Spoonman" by Soundgarden
"More Than a Feeling" by Boston
"I'll Stick Around" by Foo Fighters
"Cold Hard B*tch" by Jet

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