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 (1–10)
Youth is eternalNEW!Shōnan no Kaze feat. Atarashii Gakkō no Leaders
Shonan no Kaze and ATARASHII GAKKO! have teamed up for the first time on “Seishun Eien.” The track was produced as the opening theme for the anime Grand Blue Season 2, which aired in 2025.
Fusing a fiery reggae-derived sound with avant-garde musicality, it delivers an unprecedented surge of excitement.
The lyrics carry a message that defines “youth” as the very act of pursuing your ideals regardless of age, making it a perfect fit for moments when you give your all at sports days and athletic festivals.
fuseNEW!DeNeel
A scorching rock tune where an oriental flair intertwines with a powerful band sound! Released in February 2024 as a double A-side single titled “Fuse / Blackout,” this track was specially written as the opening theme for Season 5 of the anime Kingdom.
It ignites the feelings hidden within and propels the situation forward in a single burst—its explosive power is irresistible! Definitely consider it as BGM for competitions where you want to get absolutely fired up.
Feel My PainNEW!HEY-SMITH
This exhilarating rock tune by HEY-SMITH explodes with the driving energy of ska punk and the celebratory flair of a horn section! Released digitally in August 2024, it was selected as the opening theme for the Netflix anime series Kengan Ashura.
Its powerful message—depicting the struggles of fighters and their will to push forward—sounds incredibly cool.
Put it on as BGM for events like sprints or relays where losing is not an option, and it’s guaranteed to ignite your fighting spirit to the max!
Get Fired Up! Anime Songs to Hype Up Sports Days and Field Days (11–20)
fallen angelNEW!Creepy Nuts
This is the opening theme of the TV anime Call of the Night, featuring an irresistibly cool sound.
Released as a single in September 2022 and included on the album Ensemble Play, the track’s lyrics—depicting emotions falling into the world of the night—beautifully align with the anime’s worldview.
The meticulous beats and exhilarating, fast-paced track instantly draw listeners in.
Let’s stylishly elevate your sports festival!
SUPERNOVANEW!KANA-BOON
A high-octane rock track that cranks the excitement of sports days and athletic festivals to the max.
Released as a single in July 2025, it was written as the opening theme for cour 2 of the TV anime Dr.
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Centered on the theme of “endless trial and error,” it meshes perfectly with the series’ world.
It’s an energetic song packed to the brim with everything that makes KANA-BOON great, and it’s sure to fire up any event.
You’re crazy.NEW!WurtS
Singer-songwriter WurtS, who is drawing attention for his distinctive musical style.
This work is a track released in July 2025 and was chosen as the ending theme for season 2 of the anime “Dandadan.” Centered on a pop-sensed beat and bright, refreshing guitar sounds, it lifts the listener’s spirits.
It’s a perfect BGM to color various scenes of a school sports day—like relays and cheer battles—where everyone comes together as one.
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This is a rock number that stirs a burning fighting spirit, making you feel like you can surpass your limits and your past self.
Released digitally in April 2025, the track was chosen as the opening theme for the anime Uma Musume: Cinderella Gray.
It’s also included on the album PROVOKE, released the same month.
The dynamic arrangement—dropping down in the intro, then clawing its way back up—cranks up the tension.
Why not play it in situations where you’re charging forward toward victory with your teammates?