Get Fired Up! A Collection of Anime Songs to Hype Up Your Sports Day and Athletic Festival

Cry BabyOfisharu Higedan Dism

Official HIGE DANDism – Cry Baby [Official Video]

An ambitious work crafted by Official HIGE DANDism as the opening theme for the anime Tokyo Revengers.

The song fuses lyrics that brilliantly capture the anime’s worldview with an innovative sound that shifts keys roughly ten times.

It sings of the protagonist’s indomitable spirit in the face of fate, his comeback from setbacks, and the bonds with his friends, inspiring courage and emotion in listeners.

Since its release in May 2021, it peaked at No.

4 on Billboard JAPAN’s Japan Hot 100.

It continued to be a long-running hit, ranking 13th on the year-end chart for 2021.

When you want to strive toward your goals together with your cherished friends, this song is sure to be a pillar of support.

Youth Lineikimonogakari

Big Windup! Op. 2

A refreshing song that freely sings about being in the height of youth, used in the high school baseball-themed anime “Big Windup!” Its lyrics evoke “trusting your teammates and passing on your feelings,” making it perfect for relay events.

AnthroposKanjani∞

Kanjani Eight – Anthropos [Official Music Video] YouTube ver.

“Anthropos” is Kanjani Eight’s milestone 50th single, released in January 2024.

It marked an important track heralding the start of their 20th anniversary year.

Chosen as the opening theme for the anime “Megumi no Daigo: Kyūkoku no Orange,” it’s a thematically rich work that explores the essence of humanity.

With a powerful band sound that lets each member’s individuality shine, the song truly represents Kanjani Eight at their best.

The lyrics reflect many facets of life and carry messages that resonate deeply with listeners.

I believe it’s a work that can be thoroughly enjoyed by every generation, from elementary to high school students.

Even…ifYamada Tamaru

Tamaru Yamada / Even…if -Music Video- (Opening theme song of “Full Metal Panic! Invisible Victory”)

This is a single by Tamaru Yamada used as the opening theme for Full Metal Panic! Invisible Victory.

Her mature, composed vocals, the exhilarating sound, and the song’s progression make it irresistible.

It has a classic, straight-down-the-middle appeal that will instantly capture the hearts of anime song fans.

BOYKing Gnu

King Gnu – BOY

King Gnu, widely supported across generations and known for many tie-in songs, created “BOY” as the opening theme for the anime Ranking of Kings.

It’s a pop song that captures a boy’s straightforward determination as he strives toward his dreams—making it perfect for sports days and athletic festivals.

The sound centers on a cheerful violin-driven arrangement, so it’s easy to get into the groove and have fun.

There’s also a key change in the latter half, which could be leveraged to enhance the performance.

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Grand Escape feat. Toko MiuraRADWIMPS

Grand Escape

A song that fuses a grand orchestral sound with rock, it heightens the climax of Makoto Shinkai’s animated film Weathering With You.

Through a collaboration between RADWIMPS and Toko Miura, this track beautifully captures the film’s worldview.

Released in July 2019, the work sings of hope for the future and the courage to pursue it, with themes of breaking free from social constraints and yearning for freedom.

Included on the Weathering With You album, it won Best Music at the 43rd Japan Academy Film Prize.

As a piece that colors the film’s climax, it’s perfect for use in moving scenes during group gymnastics performances.

Not fleetingSUPER BEAVER

SUPER BEAVER “Not Ephemeral” MV (Theme song for the film ‘Tokyo Revengers 2: Bloody Halloween Arc -Decisive Battle-’)

This is a ballad whose grand melody and powerful message stir the heart.

Released in June 2023 by SUPER BEAVER as the theme song for the film Tokyo Revengers 2: Bloody Halloween -Decisive Battle-, it portrays the beauty of life and the bonds with loved ones, expressing a desire to keep walking together even while understanding that nothing lasts forever.

The strong vocals and beautiful tune convey the brilliance of each individual’s life.

Also included on the album Ongaku (Music), it’s a moving piece well-suited for school sports days and group gymnastics ceremonies.

Highly recommended as background music for performances that soar with unity and strength.