Cheer songs to hype up the sports day! A collection of motivational tracks recommended for kids
Many teachers probably struggle to choose cheer songs that will liven up Sports Day.If it’s the same every year, it gets boring, but if it’s a song no one knows, it can fall flat.So we’ve gathered a selection of popular and classic tracks!They’re all well-known songs you’ve likely heard on TV and elsewhere, so both kids and adults can enjoy them.What’s more, when children perform as the cheer squad, it’s fun to create parody lyrics of the featured songs to add a unique touch!Use this as a guide to find the perfect cheer songs to energize your Sports Day!
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Cheer songs to amp up the sports day! A motivational playlist recommended for kids (71–80)
Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO
“Ashita mo” delivers words that resonate with the real emotions of young people.
It was released in 2013 by SHISHAMO, a three-piece rock band.
Even on days when not everything goes well, the song portrays people who keep pushing forward while finding purpose and happiness.
Its catchy and refreshing band sound matches the setting of a sports day held under clear skies and will lift the atmosphere of the event.
Be sure to check out this cheer song that sends encouragement to friends taking on various events.
Go for it!Urufuruzu
Ulfuls, led by Tortoise Matsumoto.
“Guts Da Zee!!” is one of the band’s signature songs.
Its funky, soulful sound and the straightforward message belted out with powerful, high-energy vocals are a perfect fit for kids giving their all at school sports days.
It’s a simple, clear pep song that anyone—from adults to children—can instantly understand and sing along to, so it’s sure to make a memorable event even more exciting and fun.
Start to shine and run forwardSambomasutā
Sambomaster, beloved across generations, are known for their powerful, heart-piercing message songs.
This track, too, is a moving number packed with encouragement for those who are giving it their all.
It captures the inner feelings, struggles, and sorrows of people who work hard.
We often can’t lay those vulnerabilities bare and end up feeling down, but this song seems to understand and embrace even those weaker parts.
It’s a song that gently pats you on the back with an assuring “You’ll be okay,” while also giving you a firm lift to keep going.
Released in August 2018, it was also chosen as the theme song for the TBS Friday drama “Cheer☆Dance.” It’s an energizing track that’s perfect for pep-rally scenes at school sports days.
rainbowFukuyama Masaharu
A great song about overcoming obstacles that I recommend for sports days is Masaharu Fukuyama’s “Niji” (Rainbow).
Released as a single in 2003, it was used as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama WATER BOYS and topped the Oricon Singles Chart for five consecutive weeks.
The lyrics evoke the story of high school students growing through artistic swimming, which resonates with kids doing their best at a sports day.
Be sure to play it as a cheer song at your event!
earnest desireSUPER BEAVER
SUPER BEAVER’s deeply moving masterpiece that sings about the importance of human connections is included on their album “Ongaku,” released in February 2024.
The song gently conveys how an individual’s happiness is built with the support of many people and the warmth created by a chain of smiles.
The album “Ongaku” also features several tie-in tracks, including the theme song for the film Tokyo Revengers 2 and the anthem for the 103rd National High School Rugby Tournament.
It’s the perfect song for cheering on those practicing for sports days and field days, or for reminiscing about the memories of working up a sweat with your friends.
Get fired upDaikoku Maki
It was released in 1996 as Maki Ohguro’s 14th single.
The song was used as the theme for NHK’s broadcasts of the Atlanta Olympics, and to date it is her most recent work to reach No.
1 on the Oricon singles chart.
The lyrics and composition were done by Maki Ohguro.
As the title suggests, it’s a youth anthem that fires you up about something.
Even people who don’t know the song will find themselves getting passionate and cheering once they hear it.
WE CAN!Adachi Kana
Released in 2019, this is Kana Adachi’s fifth single.
Not only was it used in a commercial, it was also chosen as Júbilo Iwata’s season song for 2019.
Although it’s a soccer-themed track, it’s an uplifting cheer song that encourages people at school sports days, athletic festivals, and in various sports.
Kana Adachi’s refreshing vocals are striking.
It’s a song that you can get excited about together with your friends.