[Hype Songs] A must-listen for athletes and sports lovers! A curated selection of tracks that boost motivation

My Adidas: Aspirations as a Human BeingTakehara Pisutoru

Takahara Pistol LIVE: My Adidas — The Aspiration as a Human Being

Folk singer Pistol Takehara.

If you’re a man, surely his lyrics pierce straight into your heart, don’t they? Among his songs, the one I especially recommend is “My Adidas ~A Person’s Aspiration~.” Although Pistol Takehara gained popularity for a time as part of Yakozen, after the group disbanded he once again had to work his way up from the bottom.

At that time, it was Hitoshi Matsumoto—who is also active as a film director—who brought him a chance.

This song portrays the struggles he faced as his career took off again thanks to an appearance in the film “Saya Samurai,” along with his gratitude toward Hitoshi Matsumoto and his renewed resolve.

Because it’s a work born from real experience, every line of its lyrics carries a soul.

Listen to it, and you’ll definitely feel fired up.

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TouchInaba Hiroshi

Koshi Inaba / Touch

It’s a heart-stirring number where the original melody is matched with Hiroshi Inaba’s powerful vocals.

It carries a message of encouragement to athletes who are steadily putting in the work toward the big stage.

You can feel the rising excitement before the competition, and it really sets your heart on fire.

This piece, a cover of a single originally released in March 1985, came out in March 2026.

It was selected as a support song for the World Baseball Classic.

When you’re trying to overcome hardships, it’s sure to move you.

There may be days when you’re brought to tears, but give it one more push with this work—may you reach your dream stage like a wind that blows straight through!

Horse and deerYonezu Kenshi

Kenshi Yonezu – Horse and Deer

Things like spirit and motivation are something that well up little by little, aren’t they? Kenshi Yonezu’s “Uma to Shika” is a song that gradually lets you feel that rising exhilaration.

It was used as the theme song for the drama “No Side Game.” With this passionate track, blow away your tension and anxiety and move forward.

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Empire feat. Novel CoreNovelbright

Novelbright – Empire feat. Novel Core [Official Music Video]

A high-octane, powerful rock track brimming with speed and energy! This ambitious piece marks the first time Novelbright has featured a guest artist, with the genre-defying TeddyLoid joining as the arranger.

Vocalist Yudai Takenaka takes on rap for the first time, and the sharp bars from Novel Core add an aggressive, forceful edge to the song.

Don’t miss the music video’s dark atmosphere and intense performance, either! Powerfully voicing the importance of recognizing your own worth and staying unfazed by criticism, this track is guaranteed to boost your motivation before a crucial match or any high-stakes moment.

A Cheer Song Dedicated to YouHIPPY

[MUSIC VIDEO] A Cheer Song Dedicated to You / HIPPY

A hot track with an exhilarating melody and lyrics that grab listeners’ hearts and won’t let go! Included on the March 2017 album “HomeBase ~Arigatou~,” this song gained popularity as a walk-up tune for pro baseball players.

It’s an empowering anthem that strongly pushes forward anyone chasing their dreams or hitting a wall.

You can almost hear the cheer, “You can absolutely do it!”—it gives you courage.

Listen to it before an important game or challenge, and it’s sure to get you fired up!

Joint Struggle feat. RYOKI from BE:FIRSTsyudou

[syudou] Joint Battle feat. RYOKI from BE:FIRST

This is a beautiful song by syudou, who has gained widespread popularity in living rooms across the country.

Released in April 2024, the track features the star-studded lineup including RYOKI from BE:FIRST.

With a catchy melody and richly colored sound, the lyrics resonate powerfully, as if giving you a strong push forward.

Chosen as the theme song for TBS’s 2024 professional baseball broadcasts, those who watched the games avidly probably heard it many times.

I think it’s a song that supports not just baseball, but everyone striving in sports!

Donʼt Mind Me (feat. Sota Hanamura from Da-iCE)Ayumi Imazu

Don’t Mind Me (feat. Sota Hanamura from Da-iCE) – Ayumu Imazu [Music Video] *Theme song for 2023 TBS Professional Baseball Broadcast ‘S☆1 BASEBALL’

Released in March 2023, this work was selected as the theme song for that year’s TBS professional baseball broadcasts, “S☆1 BASEBALL.” It’s a cheer song that gently nudges people who work hard every day, packed with positive energy that helps you relax your shoulders and move forward.

If you were an avid viewer of pro baseball, you probably heard it many times.

The song is performed by Ayumu Imazu, with a guest appearance by Sota Hanamura of Da-iCE—an impressively star-studded lineup.

It’s also recommended for anyone who wants a lift in their daily life, like during commuting to work or school.

A dependable track that makes you feel like living joyfully.