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 Sports Day! A Collection of Motivation-Boosting Tracks Great for Kids (41–50)
As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE
“Nando Demo,” which matches the stage of a sports day where it’s important to persevere to the very end, was released in 2005 by the nationally renowned music duo DREAMS COME TRUE and has become a staple at their live shows.
Its lyrics, portraying the noble figure of someone who keeps facing challenges no matter the hardships, are particularly striking.
It’s a perfect number to cheer on various sports day events—like tamaire, where you keep trying within a time limit, or relays that test running speed.
Why not cheer on your precious teammates with its heartwarming phrases?
Cheering Songs to Hype Up Sports Day! A Collection of Motivation-Boosting Tracks Recommended for Kids (51–60)
Perfect-Sense DreamerONE OK ROCK
Starting with a scene of heading out to face a challenge, ONE OK ROCK’s “Kanzen Kankaku Dreamer” is a perfect song for a sports day.
It’s a track that frequently grabs attention: it was used as the ending theme for the TBS variety show “Arabikidan,” and during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, a parody video titled “Kanzen Zaitaku Dreamer” was released.
With its unconditional hype and driving sense of speed, it’s highly recommended as BGM for relays or sprints.
It’s a cheering song that makes you want to shout your support at the top of your lungs!
Rising SunEXILE
Rising Sun, EXILE’s 37th single, is a charity song to support recovery from the Great East Japan Earthquake.
Because the disaster struck during production, the concept was drastically changed, and the song was released in September 2011.
The choreography shown in the music video incorporates moves from “Yosakoi Sansa,” a festival in Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture.
Its hopeful lyrics—singing that “the night will surely turn to dawn”—and the driving dance beat make it a great choice for school sports days.
Let’s all sing and dance together!
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“Wataridori” is often used as a staple song for sports days and athletic festivals.
Released in 2015 by the rock band [Alexandros], it has been featured in numerous media tie-ins.
The song unfolds with a driving band performance that feels like it’s depicting students on their big day.
With lyrics about a bird taking flight, it will further heighten the excitement of heated events like relays and tug-of-war.
It’s a rock number perfectly suited to a stage where you keep running under an endlessly wide sky.
New EraAdo
Ado’s song “New Genesis,” the theme song of the anime film ONE PIECE FILM RED, is a lively number full of speed and energy.
It’s perfect as a dance track for sports days or school performances.
With an 80s techno-pop vibe, it’s a refreshing, powerful song with a sense of drive.
Its light, upbeat tempo makes you want to start running, matches dances well, and will definitely shine at events like sports days.
With choreography that’s easy to dance yet cool, become the star of your sports day.
JUMPIkuta Rira
A song by Rira Ikuta that portrays the theme of overcoming anxiety and challenges to achieve personal growth.
It expresses a strong will to move forward, overcoming the self that freezes in the face of hardship.
The imagery of leaping beyond one’s limits and the confidence and strength gained through taking on challenges are particularly striking.
Released in November 2022, it was also selected as the official theme song for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 TV programming.
The track is included on the album “Sketch.” It’s a song that gives you the courage to take on challenges and the power to move forward in sports scenes.
Be sure to play it at school sports days and athletic festivals to get everyone fired up!
100% for Youkyarī pamyu pamyu
How about a sparkly, cute cheer-up song? It’s a track by Kyary Pamyu Pamyu, who’s also active as a fashion model.
It was released in 2013 as her fourth single and drew attention when it was chosen as the opening theme for the anime Crayon Shin-chan.
The straightforward lyrics are encouraging.
It’s recommended for kindergarten and nursery school sports days.
