[Sports Day] Entrance songs that will hype the crowd! A comprehensive roundup from classics to the latest hits

Break the glass!Keyakizaka46

Keyakizaka46 'Break the Glass!'

Among Keyakizaka46’s songs, the rock tune Glass wo Ware! stands out for its strikingly aggressive attitude.

Released in 2018, it’s moving to see the members embody the powerful lyrics with wholehearted dance performances.

You might even pick it as a hype dance track for a sports festival.

The song conveys a message of fighting to gain freedom even at the cost of loneliness, and its fast tempo and intense expression will put you in fighting mode.

The feel of the opening fits perfectly with an entrance scene.

It’s guaranteed to ignite your fighting spirit!

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Yuzu “Muscat” Music Video

For the entrance scene, you naturally want something bright and energetic, right? In those moments, we recommend “Muscat.” It was released in 2018 by Yuzu, a male folk duo that represents the J-POP scene.

It’s an upbeat tune full of Yuzu’s signature playfulness and fun vibe, and it’s even used for dances.

Listening to this song will help you relax and perform naturally on the big day.

Since it’s a song that’s easy for young children to love, it’s especially recommended for sports days at preschools, kindergartens, and elementary schools.

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Everyone is free.Half time Old

Minnajiyuda

Sung by the rock band Half time Old, the theme song for au’s Santaro commercial series becomes a hot topic every time a new ad comes out.

With its fresh, energetic, and bright vibe, the song is perfect for school sports days and athletic festivals! As the title “Minna Jiyū da” (“Everyone Is Free”) suggests, the lyrics carry a message with a warm, embracing power that seems to accept all the worries young people face—making it an ideal fit for student-run sports events.

It’s an upbeat, lively-tempo track, so make a spirited, energetic entrance!

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ultra soulB’z

B’z / ultra soul

Isn’t “ultra soul” an absolute must as a hype song that perfectly fits sports days and athletic festivals? It’s one of the signature tracks by B’z, the monster unit that epitomized the Heisei era, with CD sales topping a staggering 35 million.

Matsumoto’s guitar, Inaba’s vocals, and their commanding presence are all incredibly cool and truly rousing.

It’s often cited as an energizing, power-packed song.

Play it during the entrance scene and the excitement will soar—it’s sure to instantly brighten the atmosphere and fire up the crowd!

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Kimisidai TrainONE OK ROCK

Kimisidai Train

It’s a powerful track packed with a passionate message centered on self-improvement and moving forward.

It directly appeals to the importance of stepping into the future built on past experiences, delivering a heartfelt message alongside emotional sounds.

The driving beats and well-timed dynamic shifts create an intensity that powerfully stirs listeners.

The song was included on the album “Zankyo Reference,” released in October 2011.

It’s known as a staple at ONE OK ROCK’s live shows, igniting the crowd and fostering a strong sense of unity in the venue.

For those facing a challenge or looking to reflect on themselves, this song will be a dependable ally that gives you a push forward.

OrangeSPYAIR

SPYAIR “Orange” Music Video (Theme Song for Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle: The Movie)

This is a song where a fresh, energetic melody coexists with a touch of poignancy.

While depicting stories of sports, youth, and friendship, it carries messages about “cherishing the present” and “continuing to move toward the future.” Despite its powerful sound, the track also conveys a certain fragility.

Released in February 2024, it was created by SPYAIR as the theme song for the film Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle.

It was also released as an EP, which includes re-recorded versions—featuring the new vocalist—of past theme songs from the Haikyu!! series.

This piece is perfect as entrance music for athletes at school sports days or festivals.

It fires up the competitors’ fighting spirit and lifts the crowd’s excitement, ensuring everyone comes together in a unified surge of energy.

IdeaHoshino Gen

Gen Hoshino – Idea (Official Video)

This song was used as the theme for NHK’s morning drama series “Half, Blue.” Its sound is characteristically cheerful and upbeat in Hoshino Gen’s style, as if encouraging us to keep smiling and moving forward even in the face of difficulties.

Many parents of elementary, junior high, and high school students likely watch NHK’s morning dramas, so how about using it as the entrance music for events involving parents, or for events where parents and children participate together? I’m sure it would make for a warm, pleasant entrance.

By the way, the choreography for the dance scenes in the music video was done by none other than Daichi Miura.