PARIS (AP) — Interested in the music that fuels Olympians in Paris? The Associated Press has the scoop.
Top athletes from the Olympics and Paralympics have shared their favorite warmup tracks, spanning a range of genres and eras. Check out our Spotify playlist to listen to their picks.
SUNNY CHOI, USA
Sunny Choi’s go-to warmup songs include Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” and “Étouffée” by Vince Staples.
“It’s a nice chill kind of vibe,” she said. “But it’s actually good for warming up right before a battle.”
Choi also jams to Nas’ “Hate Me Now” to pump herself up before competitions.
JAYDON HIBBERT, JAMAICA
Jaydon Hibbert enjoys Drake’s “Uuugly,” “Controlla,” and “Redemption” for a slow-paced warmup before the triple jump.
“It’s a cozy kind of vibe. It’s kind of weird for warmups, but that’s what I like,” he said.
MILES CHAMLEY-WATSON, USA
Miles Chamley-Watson turns to rapper BossMan Dlow’s “Get In With Me” for upbeat melodies before fencing competitions.
Chamley-Watson also enjoys songs from Future, Drake, and British rapper Central Cee.
“I don’t really care about words. I love the beats,” he said.
MARCELL JACOBS, ITALY
Marcell Jacobs switches between playlists and enjoys Italian rap music, with artists like Baby Gang, Travis Scott, King Von, and Pop Smoke.
BRITTANY BROWN, USA
Brittany Brown listens to Beyoncé’s “American Requiem” and Stevie Wonder’s “As” for motivation before sprinting.
“It just puts me in a good mood and exudes happiness,” she said of “As.”
JULIEN ALFRED, SAINT LUCIA
Julien Alfred finds peace in gospel music, particularly songs like “Firm Foundation (He Won’t)” by Cody Carnes.
“The gospel is really helpful for me,” she said.
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