The Thunderstruck drinking game is perfect for getting your party started. If you’re looking to switch things up, here are some drinking games like to Thunderstruck!
For those unfamiliar, Thunderstruck is a music drinking game where you drink whenever you hear the words “Thunder” or “Thunderstruck”. Being thirsty is a prerequisite for games like this.
After playing this one many times, we’re looking for some alternatives.
Below, I’ll introduce you to some alternatives that I’ve found on the internet or social platforms like Reddit.
Drinking Games Like Thunderstruck
There are two ways to play these music drinking games. The simplest way is for everyone to take a sip whenever the song-specific cue is sung.
The alternative method is to play it like Thunderstruck: at the first cue, player 1 starts drinking. At the next cue, player 1 stops drinking and player 2 starts. This continues throughout the entire song.
In my opinion, the second method is the most fun. However, this can lead to ‘unfair’ situations where some players drink for longer periods than others, simply because the time between cues varies.
Regardless of how you play, here are some drinking games like Thunderstruck that I found:
1. The Police – Roxanne
Sting sings ‘Roxanne’ 28 times. The drinking rules are:
- Females drink whenever they hear ‘Red Light’
- Males drink whenever they hear ‘Roxanne’
2. Bob Marley – Jammin
Drink whenever Bob sings ‘Jammin’! He sings it about 35 times, making it close to Thunderstruck (34 times).
3. Afroman – Because I Got High
Drink whenever Afroman sings or says ‘High’. The word is mentioned about 50 times. This classic doesn’t fit the theme but this number makes it a good alternative.
4. Tears for Fears – Shout
Drink whenever you hear the word ‘Shout’. It repeats about 30 times.
5. Rihanna feat. Drake – Work
If you know this song, you know you’re up for a challenge! Rihanna sings ‘Work’ about 80 times, often several times in sequence.
6. Michael Jackson – Bad
In this classic, Michael sings ‘Bad’ about 40 times. Should get your party started, right?
7. Outkast – Hey Ya!
Drink every time Andre sings “Hey Ya!”. It’s repeated 26 times, so it’s a bit less intense than most of the song mentioned here.
8. Beyoncé – Single Ladies
Drink whenever Beyoncé sings ‘Single Ladies’. Prepare for 36 sips within a couple of minutes.
9. Pharell Williams – Happy
Drink whenever Pharell sings ‘Happy’. This is a tough one! Pharell sings Happy about 56 times.
10. George Michael – Freedom
Drink every time George sings ‘Freedom’. This happens 30 times.
11. Justin Bieber – Sorry
Drink whenever Justin sings ‘Sorry’. He must be very sorry because he says it 25 times within three minutes.
12. Pink Floyd – Money
Drink whenever you hear ‘Money’. It’s repeated only 23 times, but this iconic song makes it a perfect drinking game.
13. Daft Punk – Around the World
This one’s best played as the last one standing wins. ‘Around the World’ is repeated 144 times, so we don’t advise you to complete the song.
14. Major Lazer & DJ Snake – Lean On
Take a sip every time you hear “Lean on!”. It’s repeated 42 times.
15. The Champs – Tequila
The name of this song invites you to do it with tequila, but that’d be 33 times… To stick to the theme, you can go for each 10th ‘Tequila’!
16. The Beach Boys – Good Vibrations
In this classic, you’ll hear the words ‘Good Vibrations’ 34 times. Simply drink every time you do so!
17. Power Hour
Power Hour doesn’t have to be a music game, but it’s best when it is. With this game, you set a timer to change to the next song. After each minute, everyone takes a sip.
This continues for one hour where the last one standing wins the game!
One big plus of this game is that you can just listen to any music you like.
Wrap Up
This exploration has shown that there are many alternatives to Thunderstruck. Yet, it remains the most well-known. Why is Thunderstruck so popular?
It isn’t due to the number of drinking cues per song, as many on this list are comparable.
I’d like to remind everyone to enjoy drinks responsibly and to be mindful of each other’s well-being. Remember, moderation is key for a healthier and more memorable experience. Also, let’s keep an eye on our friends and loved ones – a small act of care can make a big difference. Let’s ensure our gatherings are not just fun, but also safe and supportive for all.
