[Sports Day] Entrance songs that will hype the crowd! A comprehensive roundup from classics to the latest hits
For entrance BGM at sports days and athletic festivals, you want tracks that ignite your fighting spirit and instantly boost the excitement.
Having a different entrance song for each event definitely amps up the atmosphere.
For your picks, the classic marching tunes that are staples at sports days are great, of course, but recent J-pop hits are also highly recommended.
In this article, we’ll introduce songs that light a fire in your heart and get you motivated—perfect for entrances!
We’ve gathered tracks with a variety of vibes, so choose the ones that best match the participants’ ages and the feel of each event.
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[Sports Day] The ultimate entrance songs to hype up the crowd! From classics to the latest hits, all in one roundup (21–30)
Telephoto MarchBUMP OF CHICKEN
BUMP OF CHICKEN is a band that captivates listeners with universally resonant lyrics lit by distinctive turns of phrase and vivid soundscapes.
Their track “Bouen no March” was released digitally in 2018.
It gives the impression of a well-balanced mix between the early BUMP vibe and the shimmering polish of their post-breakthrough era.
Lyrics that make you feel “I’ve practiced—don’t worry,” along with a melody that seems to sprint forward, will lighten your heart while feeling utterly pleasant.
With its richly propulsive sound, it seems perfect for hyping up an entrance scene!
No.1DISH//
The 13th single by DISH//, a four-member dance-rock band, which was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime My Hero Academia.
From the intro, its intense beats and guitar sound amp up the energy, showcasing a different side of DISH//’s appeal from their huge hit Neko.
Starting with an A-melody featuring piano and building to a chorus with catchy melodies and cool guitar riffs, it’s a rock tune that gets you pumped up unconditionally.
It’s the perfect track to raise your spirits before a big challenge—ideal as entrance music for sports days and school athletic festivals.
[Sports Day / Athletic Festival] The most exciting entrance songs! From classics to the latest hits, all in one go (31–40)
We Will Rock YouQueen
Isn’t this also a classic entrance song? It’s a track by Queen composed almost entirely of stomping and clapping, heightening both tension and excitement.
It carries the sense that a battle is about to begin, making it perfect as an entrance theme that can really fire up the athletes.
AdventureYOASOBI
This piece was written as the theme song for Universal Studios Japan’s limited-time campaign “Uniharu.” The song is pop in style and brimming with a sense of exhilaration that sparks adventure.
In creating it, YOASOBI’s Ayase said they resonated with the positivity of the original novel, “Glitter Through the Lens,” which is about reclaiming youth.
It was released digitally on February 15, 2023, and had its first live performance at the special concert “Uniharu! Live 2023” on March 11.
It’s sure to fire up any school sports day or athletic festival!
FateOfisharu Higedan Dism
The four-piece rock band Official HIGE DANDism has been on a remarkable roll in 2019 and 2020.
Their hit song “Shukumei” was heard everywhere, wasn’t it? Its grand fanfare and melodic lines seem like they could help raise the spirits of athletes who straighten their backs, fall into step, and head toward the field of battle.
It’s a dramatic song that feels capable of turning complex emotions—tension, anxiety, and that heart-pounding sense of anticipation—into firm resolve!
Umillennium parade
U by millennium parade kicks off the event with flashy percussion that energizes the sports day from the very beginning.
Millennium parade is a project led by Daiki Tsuneta of King Gnu, and this song was chosen as the main theme for Mamoru Hosoda’s animated film Belle.
The vocals are performed by singer-songwriter Kaho Nakamura, who also voices the protagonist.
The powerful percussion that resounds from start to finish, along with lyrics that seem to urge you forward, make it a perfect fit for the athletes’ entrance!
GO!!!FLOW
FLOW’s song “GO!!!” is the perfect track for a player entrance! Released in 2004, it also drew attention as the opening theme for the anime NARUTO.
Set to a catchy melody, the lyrics sing of a strong will to fight toward dreams and goals, stirring courage and passion in listeners.
The dynamic twin vocals and a sound rooted in rock while incorporating diverse genres are sure to ignite the atmosphere of the venue in an instant.
It’s a classic that will have the cheering crowd leaning forward, irresistibly drawn in.