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

Olympic MarchKoseki Yūji

Tokyo Olympic March with Fanfare, 1964

Mr.

Yuji Koseki, who composed “Hanshin Tigers’ Song,” which is also famous as the oldest team song among Japan’s 12 professional baseball clubs.

His “Olympic March” was performed as the entrance music at the 18th Olympic Games held in Tokyo in 1964.

The piece is especially memorable for its rich brass fanfares and the xylophone melody in the middle section.

With the theme of lively vitality, it is a bright and majestic march worthy of enhancing a glittering grand stage, a piece that brings comfort and courage to people’s hearts.

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DynamiteBTS

BTS (방탄소년단) ‘Dynamite’ Official MV

A song by BTS, a seven-member South Korean hip-hop group supported by listeners around the world.

Since its release in 2020, it became a hit that topped the U.S.

Billboard Hot 100 singles chart for two consecutive weeks.

Incorporating elements of funk and soul, its sound evokes 1970s disco-pop, making it a sure-fire crowd-pleaser that will energize both competitors and supporters during parade entries at school sports days and athletic festivals.

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MiracleGReeeeN

GReeeeN – Kiseki

It fired up the drama with passion as the theme song for TBS’s series ROOKIES.

It always played at the best moments, and Ryuta Sato’s powerful performance brought me to tears… I think many parents also say that hearing this song reminds them of the show.

Of course, even apart from the drama, the song’s emotional impact doesn’t fade, so it might be effective to use it for the very last event at a sports festival or field day! It would also work well as the entrance music for the “everyone relay,” where students from all grades pass the baton.

Please play it at the moments you want to build the most excitement—like the final showdown, the championship match, and so on!

When the Saints Go Marching In

“Do-Re-Mi-Fa Instrumental” When the Saints Go Marching In / American folk song

For an entrance brimming with energy, there’s nothing better than “When the Saints Go Marching In.” Although it’s a tune often heard at school sports days and various athletic events, it originally began as an African American spiritual.

In Japan, it’s also known by the title “The Saints Come Marching to Town,” and it’s a piece frequently performed by wind ensembles and marching bands.

Its stately yet cheerful melody is sure to make any athletes’ entrance lively and upbeat.

Having the school band perform it live for your entrance is highly recommended.

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SMILE ~Like a Clear, Sunlit Sky~Kuwata Keisuke

Keisuke Kuwata “SMILE ~Like a Clear Blue Sky~” Commercial Broadcasters Official Special Movie (Joint Commercial Broadcasters Project ‘Let’s Do It Together’ Support Song)

This song was produced as a support anthem for the joint commercial TV project “Let’s Do It Together.” Created by Mr.

Kuwata, who has brought countless masterpieces into the world, it features a modern sound with a charming touch of nostalgia.

Above all, the warm, encouraging message woven into the lyrics grabs our hearts and won’t let go.

As such a heartwarming cheer song, it’s also perfect as an entrance theme—you can just picture the athletes proudly and confidently making their way in!

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Hane Keisuke

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Laugh it off ~ Xiao Yi Xiao! ~Momoiro Kurōbā Zetto

Momoiro Clover Z [MV] 'Shou Ichi Shou ~ Xiao Yi Xiao! ~' - MUSIC VIDEO -

“Shō yi shō ~Xiao Yi Xiao!~” is the theme song for the movie Crayon Shin-chan: Burst Serving! Kung Fu Boys ~Ramen Rebellion~.

It’s a song that even little kids, who may not have many chances to encounter idols, have listened to.

It’s also sung during the warm, cozy moments at Momoclo’s live shows, so I think it’s perfect as an entrance march for lower-grade elementary school students.

The lyrics carry a message like, “Even if you feel uneasy, keep smiling and head toward the light!” which makes it a great fit for an excitement-filled sports day.

Besides the entrance march, it could also work for the walk-in before a walking race.

If you want to give the entire sports day a good balance of highs and lows, definitely consider this song.

Rocky Theme: Gonna Fly NowBill Conti

Theme of Rocky (Rocky’s Theme)

A song that served as the theme for the film Rocky, composed by Bill Conti, with lyrics by Carol Connors and Ayn Robbins, and performed by DeEtta West and Nelson Pigford.

Rocky is one of Sylvester Stallone’s signature works and a landmark American boxing film that, since its 1975 release, has developed into a series.

This theme has been used throughout the series and is an essential element of the franchise.

It has been arranged for concert band and other ensembles and is still frequently performed in concerts today.

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