Cheer songs that were hits in the 2000s

When it comes to cheering someone on, that lively, energetic, and speedy “rah-rah” feeling is important.

That said, that’s more for sports-style cheering.

Sometimes a gentle, mellow song can lift up a heart that’s feeling down or troubled.

From high-energy, athletic vibes to quietly encouraging ones, here are pep songs suited to a variety of moments.

Playlist

Cheer songs that were hits in the 2000s
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Stars on EarthNakajima Miyuki		Miyuki Nakajima tops the chart 130 weeks later at the Kohaku
2	MiracleGReeeeN		The classic youth anthem “Kiseki” lingers in my heart.
3	Lion HeartSMAP		SMAP’s classic song “Lion Heart” became a big hit.
4	sailing dayBUMP OF CHICKEN		Rock theme song of the One Piece movie
5	The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP		A song that advocates the importance of living true to oneself
6	HEROMr.Children		Mr.Children "HERO" — a moving, heart-touching masterpiece
7	travelingUtada Hikaru		Utada Hikaru’s classic song “traveling” becomes a hit.
8	karmaBUMP OF CHICKEN		BUMP’s classic song “Karma” grabs the heart.
9	Neo universeL’Arc〜en〜Ciel		L’Arc-en-Ciel’s famous song “Neo Universe”
10	swallowtail butterflyPorno Graffitti		A famous Porno Graffitti song that makes you feel the summer breeze
11	Song of DepartureMr.Children		A heart-touching graduation song by Mr.Children
12	weeeekNEWS		NEWS’s 7th single is an upbeat song.
13	Happinessarashi		A powerful message song by Arashi—its uplifting vocals give your heart a push forward.
14	Firefly ~ I will keep on livingMakihara Noriyuki		Noriyuki Makihara’s heartwarming song delivers hope.
15	PIECES OF A DREAMCHEMISTRY		CHEMISTRY’s moving masterpieces and big hits
16	MHamasaki Ayumi		Ayumi Hamasaki’s hit song “M” gained popularity.
17	Bye-bye, thank you.BUMP OF CHICKEN		An iconic song that cheers on both the anxieties and hopes of entering a new environment
18	JupiterHirahara Ayaka		Ayaka Hirahara’s classic that makes you feel the universe
19	Spring, Summer, Autumn, WinterHilcrhyme		The classic song that sings of the four seasons and love, “Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter.”
20	Youthful AmigoShūji to Akira		The theme song of the drama Nobuta, ‘Seishun Amigo’
21	Surfing JohnnyKuwata Keisuke		Kuwata Keisuke’s summer classic “Naminori Johnny”
22	I’ll be by your side.Aoyama Teruma		Thelma Aoyama’s signature 2000s song “Soba ni Iru ne”
23	Pure Love SongShonan no Kaze		Shonan no Kaze’s “Junrenka” expresses a man’s way of life.
24	Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa		A moving rock band that sings about what’s important
25	ButterflyKimura Kaera		Kaela Kimura’s signature song “Butterfly”
26	budKobukuro		Kobukuro’s classic song “Tsubomi” is a big hit.
27	Our TomorrowElefanto Kashimashi		A cheer song by The Elephant Kashimashi
28	ultra soulB’z		B’z’s Morning Power Song
29	On the hill where the moon is visible tonightB’z		B’z’s classic song “KONYA TSUKI NO MIERU OKA NI” (On the Hill Where the Moon Is Visible Tonight)
30	ThunderRIZE		RIZE's major-label debut work
31	You are the star.Sazan Ōrusutāzu		An anthem with a rock sound that gives hope and courage
32	powder snowRemioromen		“Konayuki” is a moving masterpiece.
33	Grandfather’s ClockHirai Ken		Ken Hirai 'Grandfather's Clock' — a classic song about growth
34	cherry blossomKawaguchi Kyogo		Kyogo Kawaguchi’s “Sakura” will endure as a classic.
35	Becoming a Thousand WindsAkiyama Masashi		Masafumi Akikawa's moving masterpiece 'A Thousand Winds'
36	FantastipoToraji Haiji		The bright, cheerful song of Tora Ji and Heidi
37	sense of shameshuuchishin		A three-member unit has achieved explosive popularity.
38	MickeyGorie with Jasmine & Joann		Popular cover songs that cheer up a downcast heart
39	FlowerORANGE RANGE		“Hana” is a ballad that resonates with the heart.
40	Love Revolution 21Mōningu Musume.		Morning Musume’s classic hit remains popular across generations.
41	cherry blossomMoriyama Naotaro		Naotaro Moriyama’s “Sakura” gives courage.
42	SakurazakaFukuyama Masaharu		Masaharu Fukuyama’s classic song “Sakurazaka,” the warmth of spring