[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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[Hype-Up Tracks] A Must-Listen for Athletes and Sports Fans! A Curated Selection of Motivation-Boosting Songs (111–120)
WINDKōda Kumi
It was released in 2006 as Kumi Koda’s 29th single.
Issued as the 11th installment of her 12-weeks consecutive single releases and limited to 50,000 copies, the song was used as the Fuji TV network’s broadcast theme for the Turin Olympics.
It’s a track that cheers on athletes pushing forward against headwinds.
[Pump-Up Tracks] A Must-Listen for Athletes and Sports Fans! A Curated Selection of Motivation-Boosting Songs (121–130)
FireworkKaty Perry
This is a song that gives courage to those who can’t take the first step, telling them, “A wonderful future is waiting for you!” When you’ve practiced so hard before a match but still can’t find your confidence, or when your opponent suddenly seems intimidating and you waver, listen to this track and fire yourself up! A shining result will surely follow!
TOMORROWMayo Okamoto
Brimming with a sense of speed and a powerful lyric that resonates, this debut work was released in May 1995 and became a major hit, even being selected as the theme song for a TBS drama.
In 2012, it was sung together with children from areas affected by the Great East Japan Earthquake, and it continues to inspire people across generations.
Its message—turning tears into strength and moving forward—is sure to leave a deep mark on athletes’ hearts as well.
It’s a must-listen before an important match or whenever you need a boost in motivation.
ultra soulB’z
This single, released in March 2001, is an uplifting anthem delivered with a powerful rock sound and a message that strikes straight to the heart.
It conveys encouragement to those striving toward their dreams, depicting the emotions that waver between hope and disappointment, as well as the courage to challenge one’s own limits.
It’s a track where B’z’s signature sense of speed and Koshi Inaba’s dynamic vocals blend seamlessly.
The song was continuously selected as the official theme for the World Aquatics Championships from 2001 to 2024, becoming a staple that energizes the sports scene.
It’s also highly recommended as a cheer song for school sports days and athletic festivals, boosting participants’ morale and uniting everyone in excitement.
Adult SurvivorRasuto Aidoru
Last Idol is an idol group born from the audition program “Last Idol,” which sought members for the ultimate idol group.
The sight of the girls giving their all for a spot moved many people.
Their song “Adult Survivor,” sung by these very members, has the power to uplift athletes who are striving just as hard.
Hey Hey Heychōtokkyū
When it comes to sports anthems, there are a lot of moving songs, but upbeat tracks that lift your spirits are great too.
“Hey Hey Hey” by the dance-vocal group Chotokkyu (Bullet Train) has a funky vibe that makes you want to start dancing.
Just listening to it pumps you up, so if you play it before a game, it could ease your nerves and get you into a great state.
The MiddleJimmy Eat World
This power-pop emo band has enjoyed steady popularity, but I think this song won them even more fans.
It’s a track that transcends the boundaries of rock, so even women who might be reluctant to listen to bands like this can enjoy it—and it’s sure to lift their spirits, too.