3 One-Hit Wonders That Will Pump You Up in the Morning

We all could use a little extra sometimes. Whether that’s a big ol’ cup of coffee in the morning or a sugary doughnut at brunch, sometimes we just need that extra oomph to get our train on the tracks in the morning. But while coffee and sugar are viable options, have you ever thought about a little music to get yourself awake in the early hours?

Here below, we wanted to do just that. To take a look at three songs—specifically, three one-hit wonders—that will help you rise and shine. A trio of tracks that will rev your engines. Indeed, these are three one-hit wonders that will pump you up in the morning.

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“Mickey” by Toni Basil from Word of Mouth (1982)

While the songs below have important themes or messages to them that will get you going, this song is just pure energy. It’s like a shot of Red Bull to your system—only you take it in audibly and can skip the taurine. This catchy track, which hit No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, will infuse you with zest as you open your eyes and slowly accept the fact you’re going to have to face another day at the grindstone. So, turn it up!

“I’m Too Sexy” by Right Said Fred from Up (1992)

Let’s face it, we’re all a little self-conscious. Maybe our six-pack abs have turned into pony kegs. Or our lush head of hair has dwindled into a sparse shell of itself. Yet, it’s the confidence we have inside that is often the most attractive to other people. And that’s what this song offers in spades. The No. 1 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 is guaranteed to make you feel better about the way you look by repeating to you over and over that you’re simply too sexy. Sing along to the lyrics and get your chest puffed out a little bit more this morning.

“We’re Not Gonna Take It” by Twisted Sister from Stay Hungry (1984)

Maybe you have a big job ahead of you today. Maybe you’re worried you’re going to run into your boss or that someone in your office has it out for you. Or maybe you’re ready to dig into some political issue you find especially important you’re going to go out there and speak truth to power. Whatever it may be, Twisted Sister’s “We’re Not Gonna Take It” is a must for the self-empowering anthems playlist. If you’re about to face something potentially intimidating, throw on this track, which hit No. 21 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, in the morning and watch the energy rush through you.

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