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 fire up the sports day! A hype-boosting playlist recommended for kids (81–90)
I want to keep smiling.ikimonogakari
It was released in 2011 as Ikimono-gakari’s 20th single.
The song was used in Nissan Motor’s “New Nissan Serena” commercial.
Despite being an up-tempo, rhythmic track, it’s an ambitious piece that runs over six minutes.
With this song, Ikimono-gakari won the Excellence Award at the 53rd Japan Record Awards.
It makes you want to clap along as you listen.
It’s a track that can liven up scenes from any sport.
PERFECT HUMANRADIO FISH
RADIO FISH, the creators of an EDM party tune that’s a huge hit at school sports festivals, deliver confident, addictive tracks that blend playfulness and humor into a new era of dance music.
Their powerful performances by a uniquely individual lineup and the briskly flowing lyrics are full of charm that makes everyone—from kids to adults—want to dance.
Released in December 2015, this song was performed at the 67th NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen the following year and skyrocketed in popularity.
While portraying leader Atsuhiko Nakata as a flawless figure, it unfolds a poppy, comical world.
It’s the perfect track for getting a big crowd hyped at sports days or dance events.
Move your body with full energy together as one, and you’ll create wonderful memories filled with smiles!
Effeminate; overly sentimental; being clingy/whiny (context-dependent)Gōruden Bonbā
Familiar from TV and the NHK New Year’s Eve music show, this song captures the feelings of a heartbroken man with an upbeat melody.
Its message—filled with lingering attachment to an ex, regret, and the wish to be together again—has resonated with many.
Released in October 2009, the track has spawned yearly “buzzword” versions that reflect the spirit of the times.
In fiscal 2013, it won the JASRAC Gold Award, a remarkable feat for an indie release.
It was also used in a House Foods “Mega Shaki” commercial, gaining popularity across a wide audience.
Perfect for amping up sports festivals and dance events, it’s a crowd-pleaser that kids and adults alike can enjoy dancing to.
ThrillerMaikeru Jakuson
Michael Jackson’s horror-themed dance song, with its brilliant rhythm and danceable sound, is perfect for a sports day finale! With choreography inspired by zombie moves, it’s sure to get kids’ hearts pumping.
Known as the title track of the album Thriller, released in November 1982, the piece blends pop, R&B, and disco elements to perfection.
The music video—produced with a budget of $500,000—made waves for its zombie dance, sparking huge reactions and opening up new possibilities for music videos.
It can be arranged to match events like ball-toss games and other sports day activities, making it a popular, highly recommended dance track that everyone can enjoy!
Live in the present.Saucy Dog
Powerfully singing of youthful passion and hope, this Saucy Dog track was created as a cheer anthem for the 101st All Japan High School Soccer Tournament.
Portraying growth through overcoming setbacks and hardship, bonds with teammates, and the courage to move forward while staying true to oneself, the song deeply resonates with young people navigating high school life during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Released in December 2022, it has become an indispensable fan favorite at their live shows, giving a strong push not only to soccer players but also to students working hard every day for their clubs and school events.
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Anchored by powerful guitar riffs and an exhilarating rock sound, [Alexandros]’s theme song paints a grand narrative.
Released in May 2021, the track brilliantly captures the world of the feature-length anime Mobile Suit Gundam: Hathaway.
The lyrics, rich with deep messages—ranging from past pain to hope for the future and dialogues with one’s inner voice—are also perfect for moments like stoking competitive spirit during a tug-of-war at a school sports day! Its driving sound and empowering message strengthen team unity and will surely become a reliable ally when you’re fighting for victory.
Cheer songs to hype up sports day! A playlist of motivation-boosting tracks recommended for kids (91–100)
Naked HeroVaundy
The opening theme for the second cour of the TV anime Ranking of Kings is Vaundy’s “Hadaka no Yuusha” (“Naked Hero”).
Released in 2022 as his first EP, it also marked Vaundy’s debut anime song.
The lyrics, powerfully expressing a hero’s feelings that tie in with the anime’s story, are striking, and the track is perfect for school sports days where children’s individual personalities and feelings collide.
Its up-tempo rock vibe is another big selling point!
