Super Bowl 2026: 7 Green Day songs to get you in the mood

As we prepare for one of the most anticipated sporting events of the year, Super Bowl LX, this Sunday, February 8, 2026, at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, why not get in the mood with Green Day? The band will set the tone by opening the opening ceremony, designed to celebrate 60 years of the Super Bowl, just before kickoff. It's sure to get the adrenaline pumping as the snacks come out, the bets are placed... and opinions are already divided! So here's a mini-playlist of their greatest hits to get you fired up before the game and singing at the top of your lungs until the first whistle, between bites of croquettes or chicken wings. So, who will win, the New England Patriots or the Seattle Seahawks?

With 21 Guns, Green Day delivers an epic and emotional song that gives the experience an almost cinematic feel. Its gradual build-up, powerful lyrics, and powerful chorus make it the perfect choice for the high-energy, symbolic moments of Super Bowl night. The song evokes resilience, sacrifice, and the search for meaning, themes that fit with the pressure, expectations, and stakes of such a big game. It's the ideal choice to accompany a more solemn moment, a memorable commercial, or a slowdown before the action picks up again. Intense and memorable. Do you think it's a good song?

More relaxed but just as effective, When I Come Around adds a touch of groove to the playlist. Its catchy rhythm and familiar chorus create a cool, unifying atmosphere, ideal for pre-game discussions or snack breaks. It's the kind of song that gets your feet tapping without stealing the show. It reminds us that the Super Bowl is also a big social event, where music serves as a backdrop for camaraderie, laughter, and shared excitement, as the chicken wings disappear and the party gets into full swing, not forgetting to raise our glasses to this festive moment!

Know Your Enemy is undoubtedly one of Green Day's most "sporting" songs. Designed to be sung by crowds, it exudes a spirit of combat and confrontation that is perfect for the Super Bowl. Its chanted, almost martial chorus gives the impression of rallying an army before battle. It embodies rivalry, determination, and the will to win, fundamental values of American football. Played at full volume, this song instantly electrifies the atmosphere and transforms any living room into a mini-stadium ready to explode. We bet many of you know it very well, and we understand why. Do you know it?

Slower but equally powerful, Boulevard of Broken Dreams adds a dramatic dimension to the Super Bowl atmosphere. This iconic song creates the perfect emotional tension for moments of reflection, just before the explosion of energy on the field. Its heavy rhythm and dark atmosphere contrast with the excitement of the game, adding depth to the playlist. It evokes perseverance, loneliness, and inner strength, themes that also resonate in high-level sports. It's the perfect song to set an intense, cinematic mood. Because behind the game lie much more powerful stakes.

With Basket Case, Green Day offers a timeless classic that spans generations without losing any of its energy. Behind its lighthearted and almost irreverent tone lies a contagious energy that hits the mark every time you listen to it. Its fast pace and instantly memorable chorus make it the perfect song to lighten the mood while maintaining a high level of excitement. Basket Case is ideal for halftime breaks or gatherings with friends, when everyone sings along at the top of their lungs. It reminds us that the Super Bowl is also a time for fun, nostalgia, and musical communion. Do you know it by heart?

Holiday is one of Green Day's most explosive songs, tailor-made to get the adrenaline pumping. Its instantly recognizable intro opens the door to a track that leaves no room for respite. The rhythm changes, pounding drums, and catchy chorus create a sense of urgency and power. It's the kind of song that perfectly accompanies players entering the field or the highlights before kickoff. Holiday combines rock attitude, punk energy, and a unifying spirit, turning every listen into a collective surge of excitement—exactly what you need to get in the Super Bowl mood.

It's impossible to talk about Green Day without mentioning American Idiot, a rallying cry that has become a global anthem. From the very first seconds, the song exudes a raw, rebellious, and unifying energy that is perfect for the intensity of the Super Bowl. Its fast tempo, sharp guitars, and chanted chorus make you want to get up, shout, and vibrate collectively. Beyond its powerful message, American Idiot is above all a stadium song, designed to be sung in unison. It embodies the spirit of defiance, passion, and controlled chaos that fits perfectly with the electric atmosphere of such a grand sporting event. It's THE song to get you in the mood!