Ella Langley, Fuerza Regida, Post Malone Feature on New Southwest Sweat Playlist

In the Southwest, movement comes with its own sense of momentum. It’s the first step beneath an Austin sunrise, the push across a desert incline and the bass line that turns a long stretch of road into something electric. Here, the right song doesn’t simply keep pace—it brings the heat.  Curated by Billboard’s editorial team and informed by Luminate’s streaming and consumption data, Planet Fitness Movement Mixes reflect what people are actually playing, replaying and moving to. Each playlist brings together the songs dominating right now with enduring records that capture the unmistakable energy of the region.

Built from Billboard’s editorial expertise and the top 200 tracks streamed across Austin, El Paso, Phoenix and Tucson since January 2026, Southwest Sweat (listen HERE ) moves with the region’s vibrant mix of sounds. Current favorites like Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas,” Post Malone and Morgan Wallen’s “I Had Some Help” and Fuerza Regida and Grupo Frontera’s “ME JALO” meet the Texas tradition of George Strait’s “Amarillo by Morning,” the infectious Tejano rhythm of Bobby Pulido’s “Desvelado” and the charging alternative rock of Mesa’s Jimmy Eat World.

There’s no single Southwest sound—and no single way to move. Country storytelling, música mexicana, Tejano rhythms, desert rock and high-impact pop share the same pulse, creating a mix that carries the energy of Texas dance halls, border communities and wide-open desert highways from the first step through the final stretch.

Listen to Southwest Sweat and sign up at your local Planet Fitness with code SouthwestFMF to put that energy into motion.    Code SouthwestFMF will give you your first month of either a Planet Fitness Classic or PF Black Card® membership free. This offer expires December 31, 2026.  —————  “Choosin’ Texas” — Ella Langley – “Choosin’ Texas” pairs sharp country storytelling with a hook that lands instantly. Ella Langley’s confident delivery and the song’s infectious, forward-moving rhythm bring plenty of attitude while celebrating the undeniable pull of the Lone Star State.

“I Had Some Help” — Post Malone featuring Morgan Wallen – “I Had Some Help” is powered by bright guitars, a driving beat and a massive chorus made for singing along. Beneath its upbeat production, the lyrics offer a clever reminder that accountability is rarely one-sided.

“Amarillo by Morning” — George Strait – “Amarillo by Morning” captures the resilience of continuing forward even when the road has taken something from you. George Strait’s understated delivery, thoughtful lyrics and steady rhythm make it a quietly inspiring tribute to perseverance and Texas spirit.

“Head Over Boots” — Jon Pardi – “Head Over Boots” brings a playful sense of romance to an infectious country groove. Its swinging rhythm, bright instrumentation and feel-good lyrics keep the mood light and the energy flowing.

“A Bar Song (Tipsy)” — Shaboozey – “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” combines acoustic country textures with an instantly recognizable hip-hop-inspired refrain. Handclaps, stomping percussion and a communal chorus create the kind of infectious energy that naturally gets people moving.

“You Look Like You Love Me” — Ella Langley featuring Riley Green – “You Look Like You Love Me” turns a flirtatious encounter into a playful piece of Western storytelling. Its conversational lyrics, lively rhythm and undeniable chemistry give the song a confident, energizing swagger.

“ME JALO” — Fuerza Regida and Grupo Frontera – “ME JALO” combines Fuerza Regida’s edge with Grupo Frontera’s melodic borderland sound. Its infectious rhythm and confident vocal performances give the collaboration an effortless sense of momentum.

“Ya Borracho” — Herencia de Grandes – “Ya Borracho” transforms a late-night romantic confession into a spirited regional Mexican anthem. Buoyant instrumentation and a highly singable chorus create an infectious momentum, even as the lyrics reveal the vulnerability behind the celebration.

“Desvelado” — Bobby Pulido – “Desvelado” pairs lovesick lyrics with bright accordion, lively percussion and an irresistible Tejano rhythm. Recorded in Texas and rooted in the sound of the border, Bobby Pulido’s enduring classic turns restless longing into warm, danceable energy.

“Marlboro Rojo” — Fuerza Regida – “Marlboro Rojo” channels the tension and attitude of modern corridos through gritty production and a commanding vocal performance. Its driving rhythm and building intensity keep the song surging forward.

“un x100to” — Grupo Frontera and Bad Bunny – “un x100to” places vulnerable lyrics about regret and unfinished feelings over an infectious cumbia rhythm. That contrast between emotional honesty and danceable production gives the track depth without slowing its momentum.

“Beat It” — Michael Jackson – “Beat It” brings together a hard-driving beat, a blazing guitar solo and Michael Jackson’s unmistakable vocal urgency. Its message of walking away from unnecessary conflict adds substance to the song’s explosive production and enduring sense of momentum.

“BAILE INoLVIDABLE” — Bad Bunny – “BAILE INoLVIDABLE” transforms heartache and memory into an expansive salsa performance. Its thoughtful lyrics recognize how certain relationships stay with us, while sweeping instrumentation and an infectious rhythm turn that emotion into movement.

“Texas” — Blake Shelton – “Texas” pairs a driving country rhythm with lyrics that position the Lone Star State as a place of possibility, escape and reinvention. Blake Shelton’s confident delivery and the song’s soaring chorus bring a distinctly Southwestern lift to the mix.

“Just Wanna Rock” — Lil Uzi Vert – “Just Wanna Rock” is a concentrated burst of motion built around pounding drums, clipped vocals and a relentless Jersey club beat. With the rhythm firmly in control, the track feels fast, kinetic and impossible to sit through quietly.

“Thunderstruck” — AC/DC — “Thunderstruck” opens with an instantly recognizable guitar riff before erupting into pounding drums and arena-sized vocals. Its infectious intensity creates anticipation from the first note, making it a natural soundtrack for tackling a movement – and some might argue, has become synonymous with the Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders

“Don’t Stop ’Til You Get Enough” — Michael Jackson – “Don’t Stop ’Til You Get Enough” lives up to its title with elastic bass, shimmering strings and nonstop disco propulsion. Its joyful beat and message of giving yourself fully to the moment offer an enduring invitation to keep moving.

“Pride and Joy” — Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble – “Pride and Joy” places Austin’s blues legacy at the center of the playlist through muscular guitar work and an infectious Texas shuffle. Stevie Ray Vaughan’s joyful performance gives the track a loose but powerful energy that never stops moving.

“She’s Like Texas” — Josh Abbott Band – “She’s Like Texas” celebrates the state through affectionate lyrics and vivid regional imagery. Its bright instrumentation and warm, easygoing rhythm make the track an uplifting addition with an unmistakable sense of place.

“The Middle” — Jimmy Eat World – “The Middle” pairs charging guitars with an encouraging message about patience, self-belief and refusing to measure your progress against someone else’s. Created by a band formed in Mesa, the anthem delivers both Phoenix-area representation and a genuinely motivating workout message.

“La Chona” — Los Tucanes de Tijuana – “La Chona” is powered by racing accordion, driving percussion and a chorus that invites immediate participation. Its lyrics celebrate a woman known for her love of dancing, making the regional Mexican classic an exuberant and undeniable workout addition.

_Originally reported by [Billboard](https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/southwest-sweat-playlist-see-the-playlist-1236349405/)._