[Hype Songs] A must-listen for athletes and sports lovers! A curated selection of tracks that boost motivation
It’s no exaggeration to say that music is an essential element in enjoying sports.
For athletes, especially those facing an important match, music plays a crucial role in daily mental care as well.
This time, we’ve selected a variety of tracks—both Japanese and international—for people who enjoy sports regularly and for athletes alike.
Rather than focusing on sports-related themes, we picked songs based on lyrics and sounds that boost motivation, so if you like high-energy tracks, you’re sure to find some favorites.
Now then, please sit back and enjoy!
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[Pump-Up Songs] A Must-Listen for Athletes and Sports Fans! Carefully Selected Motivation-Boosting Tracks (71–80)
Paper DreamDream Shizuka
For supporters, it’s often only during matches that they get to see the athletes, but the players stand on that stage after overcoming grueling training.
If you’re looking for a song that celebrates their hard work, Dream Shizuka’s “Paper Dream” is highly recommended.
Its lyrics, which make you feel that effort truly pays off, are sure to move anyone—even those who aren’t athletes!
RoarKaty Perry
This is the one song that fires me up! Its lyrics about independence and self-empowerment give courage to everyone, regardless of gender, and that popularity turned it into a hit.
Her bright, piercing voice leaves listeners feeling refreshed.
It’s an anthem for those who are fighting! Play this track and face forward with strength!
Stand by Methe peggies
This song, released in May 2019 by the three-piece girls’ band the peggies, is the ending theme for the anime Sarazanmai.
While it’s crafted to connect with the anime’s themes, it also sings about setbacks, hope, and desire—feelings that may resonate with athletes and supporters alike.
It’s a pop track, yet it carries a certain poignancy.
Titanium ft. SiaDavid Guetta
It’s a very cool track where female vocals and intense, Eurobeat-like dance music are perfectly matched.
People get down for all kinds of reasons, so if you feel an urge to let loose, this song is for you.
You’ll feel refreshed when it’s over.
My RevolutionWatanabe Misato
This is a hit song by Misato Watanabe, who is active as a singer.
It’s popular as an anthem for people pursuing their dreams, but since athletes must face not only their opponents but also themselves in competition, it’s a motivational song I especially recommend listening to at such times.
Believearashi
It’s a song from Yatterman.
The cool, upbeat vibe gives you energy.
Arashi is a refreshing group, and the members get along really well.
I hope this song sparks a sense of teamwork and more, so I’d love for athletes in teams and other groups to listen to it.
Brand-new ParadeGANG PARADE
“Brand-new Parade” is a full-of-energy, straight-up cheer song by the nine-member female idol group GANG PARADE.
From the very start, its upbeat sound lifts your spirits.
It’s a perfect fit for sports cheering, too.
If you play sports, there are times you just want to crank up your energy, right? This track is perfect for those moments.