Get Fired Up! A Collection of Anime Songs to Hype Up Your Sports Day and Athletic Festival
Just hearing them can make your heart surge with passion, or lift you up when you’re feeling down—anime songs have a mysterious power, don’t they?
In this article, we’ve gathered anime songs that are perfect for sports days and athletic festivals.
These are all classic tracks that will fire you up—whether you’re thinking, “We’re going to win for sure!” or “I want to make the best memories with my friends!”
We’ve carefully selected songs recommended for a wide range of ages, from preschool and kindergarten sports days to high school athletic festivals, so feel free to use them as references for BGM or dance routines.
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Get Fired Up! Anime Songs to Hype Up Sports Days and Athletic Festivals (71–80)
teary-eyed explosion soundWarukyūre

A powerful song by Walküre, the music unit from the Macross series Macross Delta.
It’s filled with the desire to struggle, fight, and, if necessary, be reborn to seize the future.
Listening to it when you’re at a disadvantage stirs up the feeling of “I’m not giving up yet!”
Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN

This song was written as the ending theme for the anime Blood Blockade Battlefront.
It was also performed on TV Asahi’s music program Music Station and became a hit.
It’s one of UNISON SQUARE GARDEN’s signature tracks.
The funky, addictive rhythm and the uplifting high-tone vocals leave a strong impression, giving it a charm that makes you want to listen on repeat.
Its moderate brightness is sure to liven up events like school sports days and athletics festivals.
Helloyama × bocchiboromaru

“Halo” is a track whose appeal lies in lyrics that feel like a cheer, giving you the courage to take a step forward.
Chosen as the opening theme for the anime “Pokémon,” it’s also hugely popular among children.
With its rock-infused, up-tempo sound, it would be a great fit for a quick, running exit scene.
Released in 2023, the song was created through a collaboration between yama and Bocchi Boromaru, inspiring listeners with the courage to chase their dreams and hopes.
Both the message in the lyrics and the overall vibe make it a perfect choice to play at a school sports day!
I am the strongest.Ado

A powerful anthem of will and resolve from the film ONE PIECE FILM RED.
Released by Ado in June 2022, the song is notable for lyrics brimming with self-affirmation that wells up from deep within and heartfelt care for one’s companions.
The energetic, exhilarating rock sound crafted by Motoki Omori of Mrs.
GREEN APPLE and Ado’s distinctive vocals truly shine.
The song expresses the feelings of the film’s character Uta, depicting the process of acknowledging one’s own weaknesses and anxieties while overcoming them to grow stronger.
It’s a perfect track for rallying yourself at a sports day or athletic festival, or when you want to strive together with your teammates.
My voiceRhythmic Toy World

This is a single by Rhythmic Toy World used as the opening theme for Yowamushi Pedal: GLORY LINE.
Its straightforward lyrics pierce straight into the heart, and the powerful, fast-paced sound is energizing.
Listening to it might just make you want to start running.
Diver’s HighSKY-HI

This is a single by SKY-HI that was used as the opening theme for Gundam Build Divers.
Featuring Saito, the frontman of UNISON SQUARE GARDEN, it’s crafted into a cool, fast-paced track.
Play it at a school sports festival, and it might leave an even more exciting memory.
Tokyo Wonder.nakimushi☔︎

My heart boils over at this cool yet fiery sound.
Released in 2021 by the singer Namichuki☔︎, who rose to fame from online activity, the track was chosen as the ending theme for the anime Tokyo Revengers, which sparked a social boom that same year.
It’s packed to the brim with pure “super cool”: pounding low end, distorted guitar, and a noisy vocal.
If you listen to it at a moment when you need to turn the tables, it’s sure to ignite your fighting spirit.



