Cheer songs to hype up the sports day! A collection of motivational tracks recommended for kids

A bouquet for meAdo

[Ado] Bouquet for Me Official Audio

A gently sung piece about self-affirmation and a forward-looking attitude was released by Ado in March 2025.

While empathizing with the feelings we experience in everyday life, it carries a message that encourages recognizing oneself and finding the courage to take a step toward tomorrow.

With a fresh melody crafted by HoneyWorks layered with Ado’s powerful yet delicate vocals, the result is a heartwarming track.

The song has been chosen as the new commercial theme for Coca-Cola’s canned coffee brand Georgia and is scheduled to be included on the album “Ado’s Best Album.” It’s a perfect tune to start your morning, to encourage someone, or to give yourself a boost of courage—and it will continue to brighten the hearts of many.

winding roadNovelbright

Novelbright – Winding Road [Official Music Video]

Carrying honest feelings and hope in its lyrics, Novelbright’s refreshing cheer song was born in January 2025.

Set to a grand melody and the band’s performance, the courage to overcome life’s hardships resonates deeply in the heart.

The song has been chosen as the theme for the TV Tokyo drama “Dragon of the Court,” and with vocalist Yudai Takenaka’s warm voice, it gently stands by listeners, as if watching over the growth of young people.

I believe it’s a song that gives a powerful push to those who, standing at life’s crossroads, keep moving forward despite their worries.

Brimming with youthful energy, it’s perfect for boosting your spirits before a school sports festival or athletic meet.

Self-revolutionSHISHAMO

SHISHAMO “Self Revolution”

This song by SHISHAMO feels like a powerful club-activity cheer anthem.

The desire to change yourself and meet a new you resonates in your heart along with its brisk melody.

Timed with its January 2025 release, it’s also being used as the opening theme for the anime “Flowers Bloom, Like Asura.” It’s perfect not only for students giving their all in club activities, but also for anyone ready to take a new step forward.

It seems like a great chance for everyone to listen together and get energized!

SignalWANIMA

WANIMA “Signal” OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO

A song filled with courage and hope that sets listeners’ hearts ablaze! It features a driving, fast-paced sound and uplifting lyrics, carrying the message: “Even if we’re unfinished, let’s keep challenging ourselves.” Included on the January 2018 album “Everybody!!,” it was performed with 1,000 eighteen-year-olds on the NHK special program “18-sai Matsuri.” It was also used as the commercial song for Lotte Ice “Sou.” This is a track that gives a push to young people standing at life’s crossroads, such as during entrance exams or job hunting.

All the more reason to listen when you’re struggling with worries or anxiety—you’re sure to find courage.

PLAYERSYOASOBI

PLAYERS

YOASOBI released a memorable track in March 2025, marked by energetic chants and a catchy sound.

Born from a project celebrating PlayStation’s 30th anniversary, this ambitious attempt to portray gamers’ memories through music delivers a positive message centered on challenge and growth.

The story warmly depicts how protagonists encountered in game worlds encourage us in real life and expand our hopes for the future, and the song was also featured in a special PlayStation 30th anniversary commercial.

With a star-studded lineup including Nanase Nishino, Usada Pekora, and Kiyo, the work showcases the appeal of gaming.

It’s a perfect song to boost motivation during sports day practice or athletic festival training.

ultramarineYOASOBI

YOASOBI “Gunjou” Official Music Video

It’s a powerful song that gives you the courage to move forward toward your dreams and goals.

Created by YOASOBI in September 2020, it was featured in a TV commercial for Bourbon’s Alfort Mini Chocolate.

In 2021, it was selected as the theme song for Nippon TV’s high school dance club support project “Dance ONE Project ’21,” and it was also performed at the NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen in December of the same year.

Centered on themes of self-expression and growth, the piece portrays a protagonist who, despite their struggles, finds their own path, serving as an anthem for young people searching for their true selves.

The group gymnastics performance, where many individuals come together to create something as one, is filled with moments of mutual trust and harmony, with each person shining in their own way—perfectly complementing and illuminating the message of this work.

FRIENDS!!!imase

【imase】FRIENDS!!!（MV）

Set to a light, breezy melody, this heartwarming coming-of-age song celebrates the importance of friendship.

A groovy rhythm and the gentle vocals of imase, an artist from Gifu Prefecture, weave an exquisite harmony that carefully depicts reunions with friends, the subtle distances between hearts, and the feelings toward an unchanging bond.

Released in February 2025 as the theme song for the collaboration project “Everyone’s Concert” by the live communication app Pococha and Yamaha Corporation, the piece also features a special video with over 120 performers, proposing new ways to forge connections through music.

It’s perfect not only as BGM for school sports festivals and athletic meets, but also as a track to brighten any playlist capturing pages of youth spent with friends.