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.
GO FOR IT!!Nishino Kana
Kana Nishino’s 18th single is a cheer song that supports girls who are shy about love.
It was also used in a Lunch Pack commercial.
With its bright melody and her signature high-pitched vocals, it’s a perfect track for events.
It’s bursting with girly charm to the max!
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.
Mela!Ryokushokushakai
This song is woven with a forward-looking, hope-filled narrative.
It passionately sings of a strong desire to become a hero and powerfully conveys the importance of having the courage to help others.
While confronting one’s own powerlessness, the protagonist’s urge to help someone is conveyed alongside a stirring melody.
Included by Ryokuoushoku Shakai on their April 2020 album “SINGALONG,” the track was also featured in 2023 as a JRA (Japan Racing Association) commercial song, resonating strongly with listeners.
It’s an excellent choice for moments of resolve to help others or for taking a new step forward—and even works well as an entrance march for a school sports day!
Cheer songs to hype up sports day! A playlist of motivation-boosting tracks recommended for kids (91–100)
Full driveKANA-BOON
An upbeat tune that makes your heart leap, with a rush-filled melody and Maguro Taniguchi’s spot-on vocal delivery! It’s a track released in 2014.
Bursting with momentum, it’s almost too perfect as a cheer song for a school sports day.
The exhilarating, unstoppable full-throttle feel seems especially ideal for full-speed running events.
It’s guaranteed to hype everyone up as a pump-up anthem! You can practically feel it giving you that push from behind to kick it up another gear—“Let’s go!” With this song at your back, it feels like you could even stage a comeback.
