[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 Songs] A Must-Listen for Athletes and Sports Fans! Carefully Selected Tracks to Boost Your Motivation (141–150)
Easy RiderOkuda Tamio
It’s a song that brings to mind travel, youth, and wandering.
It’s not directly related to sports, but Tamio Okuda’s world has a gentle, heartwarming feel that’s truly healing.
So when practice isn’t going well and you’re feeling irritated or stuck, I recommend this song to soften those pent-up feelings.
TouchIwasaki Yoshimi
It’s the signature song by Yoshimi Iwasaki, known as the theme for the famous anime Touch.
Both the anime and its theme song are considered iconic, a landmark for baseball-themed anime.
It’s also a staple cheer song for high school baseball and is widely used as a baseball support anthem.
Born To Be…Hamasaki Ayumi
Released in 2006 as Ayumi Hamasaki’s 39th single.
The song was used as the theme for Nippon TV’s “Torino 2006” and reached No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
Its powerful, uplifting lyrics that cheer on athletes and its dynamic sound make it a track that raises your spirits.
[Songs to Get You Fired Up] A must-listen for athletes and sports lovers! Carefully selected tracks to boost your motivation (151–160)
Photograph feat. Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra Horn SectionEXILE ATSUSHI
Singer EXILE ATSUSHI, who continues to captivate fans with his sweet vocals and cool looks, has released the digital single “Photograph feat.
Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra Horn Section,” chosen as the theme song for the digest documentary program Nettou Koshien.
As the title suggests, it’s a newly written track created together with members of Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra’s horn section.
The lyrics evoke images of pursuing dreams and goals, perfectly calling to mind the high school baseball field.
With its rich sound and soulful melody, it’s a pop tune that resonates deeply—an encouraging anthem for anyone giving their all.
CampioneORANGE RANGE
Known as a track that fires you up, this song carries an entertaining vibe reminiscent of the FIFA World Cup while delivering an encouraging message to athletes and many others.
Released by ORANGE RANGE in 2006, it features a dynamic rhythm and an inspiring melody that’s sure to ignite spirits on the verge of faltering.
Listening to it might give you the momentum to push through even the toughest matches or training sessions.
It was also chosen as the NHK theme song for FIFA World Cup broadcasts, making it highly recommended for anyone aiming for victory.
Why not get in sync with the pre-game rhythm and unite your hearts?
rainbowTakahashi Yuu
A powerful song delivered by Yu Takahashi.
Born as a cheer anthem for high school baseball players on the Koshien stage, this track resonated with many people.
It was also chosen as the ABC Summer High School Baseball cheer song and the theme for “Nettou Koshien,” and it sparked a huge response as soon as it was released in 2017.
Its popularity spread rapidly, even charting at No.
5 on iTunes Top Songs.
The lyrics stand out for inspiring the courage to push forward through setbacks and difficulties.
It’s perfect for people who enjoy sports and athletes facing important matches.
If you’re struggling to boost your motivation, why not add it to your playlist?
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.