[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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[Pumped-Up Tracks] A Must-Listen for Athletes and Sports Fans! A Curated Selection of Motivation-Boosting Songs (41–50)
Golden Time LoverSukima Suichi
It’s a hit song by the two-member music duo Sukima Switch.
It also gained popularity for being used as the theme song for the anime Fullmetal Alchemist.
The song conveys a strong determination to never run away when it really counts.
It’s a perfect anthem to cheer on athletes, don’t you think?
Power of the Paradisearashi
It was released in 2016 as Arashi’s 50th single.
The song was used as the theme for Nippon TV’s coverage of the Rio de Janeiro 2016 Olympics, with Sho Sakurai serving as the network’s main anchor.
Featuring a refreshing and grand sound, it reached No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
Standing on stageYOASOBI
This song by YOASOBI powerfully portrays the determination to keep striving toward your dreams, making it a perfect anthem for people working hard in their school clubs.
The lyrics feel like they mirror your own experiences and are sure to give you courage.
Released in July 2024, it was even used in coverage of the Paris Olympics.
With sports as its theme, this track is guaranteed to lift your spirits when you’re about to falter before a match or during practice.
It’s also great to listen to with your teammates to strengthen your bonds.
Heavy MetalJustice
A track from Justice’s “Woman Worldwide,” which was nominated for Best Dance/Electronic Album at the 2019 Grammy Awards.
The music video, released to commemorate the nomination, features the marching band Spartan Legion.
Its tense, electrifying sound is sure to ignite athletes’ fighting spirit.
Tokyo VICTORYSazan Ōrusutāzu
It was released in 2014 as Southern All Stars’ 55th single.
The song was used as the theme for a Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation commercial featuring Keisuke Kuwata, as well as the theme song for TBS’s coverage of the 2014 Asian Games and the World Volleyball Championship.
It’s a track created with the Tokyo 2020 Olympics in mind, carrying a message to face forward with a spirit of “VICTORY” rather than looking back.
Shake It OffTaylor Swift
This is a song called “Shake It Off” by the Canadian-born songstress Taylor Swift, released in 2014.
It’s also a track she wrote for her haters who gossip about her.
No matter how unpleasant things get, she turns them into music—you can feel that resilient side of her in this song.
With a cheerleader-like vibe, it’s the kind of tune that’s sure to pump up people playing sports.
ImaginationSPYAIR
It’s a song by the popular rock band SPYAIR.
It gained popularity after being featured as the opening theme for the anime Haikyuu!!.
Since it’s used as the opening for a sports anime, the song expresses an athlete’s feelings.
It’s recommended as a cheer song.