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Playlists for Outdoor Sports in Rio de Janeiro

From rock'n'roll to indie, use our playlist as inspiration for exercising throughout the town during the sports events.

A selection of tunes to complement the weather and sporting atmosphere in Rio de Janeiro. Whether you are at the beach ready to face the waves or walking to a viewpoint, the most important thing is to keep moving. As the host for one of the most important sporting events in the world this year, Rio de Janeiro has become the center of attention and a popular travel destination. Enjoy our song suggestions to make your days in the city even more exciting.

Sunset at Ipanema
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To set the mood for a walk at sunset at Ipanema beach

Everyone can feel at ease walking along the beach of Ipanema. The scenery becomes even more beautiful in the evening as the colours of the sunset tale center stage, making even the locals stop to take a moment to enjoy this wonderful demonstration of Nature. Enjoy this experience listening to some good music. Check our selection to set the mood for a walk along the Ipanema beach: 
Do Leme ao Pontal - Tim Maia 
Meu Lugar - Beth Carvalho 
Get Lucky - Daft Punk 
Felicidade - Marcelo Jeneci 
Just Do It - Copacabana Club 
Boa Sorte / Good Luck - Vanessa da Mata 
Magic - Coldplay
Sinais de Fogo - Preta Gil 
No Caminho do Bem - Tim Maia 
Happy - Pharrell Williams 
Vou Deixar - Skank 
Deixa a Vida me Levar - Zeca Pagodinho 
Uma Brasileira - Paralamas do Sucesso 
Relicário - Nando Reis 
The Girl From Ipanema - Amy Winehouse
Air view of Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas

Rock'n'roll to encourage a run around Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas

People from around the world will head to Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas for the rowing and canoeing competitions during the month of August. Located at the heart of Rio de Janeiro, the lake area also has outdoor fitness equipment and a running and walking track. During your trip, take the chance to run around one of the most popular sights in town to the sound of good old rock'n'roll. 
Eye of the Tiger - Survivor 
Born to Run - Bruce Springsteen 
Human - The Killers 
Back in Black - AC/DC 
Paint in Black - The Rolling Stones 
Whisky in a Jar - Metallica 
Can’t Stop - Red Hot Chilli Peppers 
All My Life - Foo Fighters
Smells Like Teen Spirit - Nirvana 
Outro Lugar - Detonautas 
Maior Abandonado - Barão Vermelho
Song 2 - Blur 
Welcome to the Jungle - Guns n Roses 
My Sharona - The Knack 
Mulher de Fases - Raimundos 
Nós Vamos Invadir sua Praia - Ultraje a Rigor
Avenue in Rio De Janeiro

Pop music for bicycling along the bike lane connecting Botafogo to Urca

Baía de Guanabara will be the stage for sailing competitions during the games. From Botafogo to Urca, there is a bike lane that takes you to one of the most beautiful tourist attractions in Rio de Janeiro: Pão de Açúcar. To make things even better, listen to our song suggestions! 
Move on Up - Curtis Mayfield 
Moves Like Jagger - Maroon 5 
Pump It - Black Eyed Peas 
Titanium - David Guetta 
The Dog Days Are Over - Florence and the Machina 
I Got You (I Feel Good) - James Brown 
Uptown Funk - Bruno Mars 
Love Never Felt So Good - Justin Timberlake 
Valerie - Mark Ronson ft. Amy Winehouse 
Counting Star - OneRepublic 
Let´s Go - Calvin Harris 
Blecaute - Jota Quest 
Corazón - Claudia Leitte 
Ginza - J Balvin ft. Anita 
I Love It - Icona Pop ft. Charli XCX 
Burn - Ellie Goulding
Girl on top of the mountain

To listen with a special someone on top of the hill Dois Irmãos

Walking to the highest point to admire the city of Rio de Janeiro from above is an indescribable experience. Why not share this moment with your special someone to make it even more exciting? Use our playlist as the soundtrack to your adventure to the top of the hill Dois Irmãos and enjoy the view! 
On Top Of the World - Imagine Dragons 
Mais Ninguém - Banda do Mar 
Aquele Abraço - Gilberto Gil 
Partido Alto - Cássia Eller 
Amei Te Ver - Tiago Iorc 
Conquista - Buchecha 
Samba a Dois - Los Hermanos 
Quer um Beijo Meu - Ivo Mozart
A Noite - Tiê 
Mas Que Nada - Elza Soares
Só Tinha de Ser Com Você - Fernanda Porto 
Somewhere Over the Rainbow - Israel Kamakawiwo'ole 
Stressed Out - Twenty One Pilots 
Best Day Of My Life - American Authors 
Viva la Vida - Coldplay 
I´m Yours - Jason Mraz 
Mais uma Vez - Ana Carolina e Seu Jorge 
João de Barro - Renato Vianna
Surfer at the waves

Before surfing at Praia do Recreio

Among the view points, bars and sidewalks, Rio de Janeiro offers tourists great beaches for surfing. Praia do Recreio is one of the most sought after beaches for surfing with people venturing at the waves all day long. We have created a playlist inspired by the boards, sails, the sun and the adrenaline felt when surfing the waves. Before going adventuring into the sea, take a seat in the sand, bring your friends and enjoy the moment. 
Good Feelings - Flo Rida 
Here Comes The Sun - Beatles 
Sitting, Waiting, Whishing - Jack Johnson 
Me Gustas Tu - Manu Chao 
Little Talks - Of Monsters and Men 
I Can See Clearly Now - Jimmy Cliff 
Losing My Religion - R.E.M 
Santeria - Sublime 
Free - Donavon Frankenreiter 
Gita - Raul Seixas 
Home - Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic
Zeros Sunshine - Matisyahu 
Life´s a Beach - Django Django 
Sweet Disposition - The Temper Trap 
Don´t Wait - Mapei

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