It's always fun (and a good distraction) to sing along with your running music. You probably know the words to many of these top 40 pop songs.
I love Alicia Keys' beautiful, soothing voice. This song, from her album "As I Am," is perfect for a warm-up or cool down.
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This is one of those songs that I can't get out of my head for a long time after I've heard it. Fortunately, I do like the song, so I don't mind hearing it over and over again. (From Beyoncé's album "Dangerously in Love.")
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You may not think you'd be into this teen favorite from Fall Out Boy, but it's catchy and full of energy.
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I'm not a huge Justin Timberlake fan, but I know a lot of people who include this song -- from his "Future Sex / Love Sounds" album -- on their running playlists.
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One of the opening lines from this song, "...that don't kill me can only make me stronger...", is a perfect mantra to hear when you're struggling during a tough run. (From Kayne's album, "Graduation.")
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This song, from the defiant rock singer's "The Best Damn Thing" album, is full of energy and pep -- perfect for those moments during a run when you need a boost.
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This song's funky beat makes it a great pop music addition to a running playlist. (From the band's "It Won't Be Soon Before Long" album.)
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Part of this song's chorus, "Let's see how far we've come, let's see how far we go," seems very fitting for a running playlist. (From the album, "Exile on Mainstream.")
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This upbeat song, from KT's "Eye to the Telescope" album, always puts a smile on my face.
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Amy Winehouse may be controversial, but the girl is talented -- and you can't help but move when you hear this, the most popular hit off her "Back to Black" album.
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