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

giftRADWIMPS

RADWIMPS – Gift [Official Music Video]

Written as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series “Anpan,” this track is pop music that poses universal questions under the theme of a journey to find the meaning of life.

With a warm, embracing melody and poetic lyrics that resonate, it depicts the small joys of everyday life and the courage to take on challenges.

Yojiro Noda and the other members of RADWIMPS completed the piece over several months in preparation for “Anpan,” which is scheduled to air from April 2025.

Brimming with vitality, the song’s message makes it perfect for events like school sports days and athletic meets—let children and adults alike enjoy a sense of unity with this track!

Full-Power BoySukima Suichi

Sukima Switch – “Zenryoku Shonen” Music Video : SUKIMASWITCH / Zenryoku Shonen Music Video

Sukima Switch’s song “Zenryoku Shonen” feels like it was made for a sports day where everyone gives their all in friendly competition.

The track has strong ties to sports: it was used as professional baseball player Michihiro Ogasawara’s walk-up theme and served as the theme song for the live-action film adaptation of “Rough,” a manga about the high school competitive swimming scene.

With its powerful chorus and lyrics depicting a boy who throws himself wholeheartedly into everything, isn’t it perfect for a sports festival? Why not pick it as a track to brighten up the event?

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A view I’ve never seen beforeSuda Masaki

Masaki Suda “A Scenery I’ve Never Seen”

Used in au’s 2016 commercial supporting Japan’s national soccer team, “A Scenery I’ve Never Seen” is an uplifting song that fits school sports days perfectly.

Masaki Suda’s powerful, straight-to-the-core vocals suit the all-out competitive spirit of a sports festival.

The song’s protagonist, who gets back up and moves forward even after falling or facing setbacks, is the very image of the athletes themselves.

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Tomorrow will surely be a good day.Takahashi Yuu

Yū Takahashi’s directorial debut MV “Tomorrow Will Surely Be a Good Day” — Omokuri Director Edit Version (Short Size)

Yu Takahashi is popular for his wide-ranging musical style, from rock-tinged, guitar-driven sounds to gentle, conversational ballads.

His song “Ashita wa Kitto ii Hi ni Naru” is one of his signature tracks and was also used in a commercial.

With its very uplifting lyrics, isn’t it just perfect as a cheer song for a school sports day? It’s a track that gives you courage—helping you think positively about what lies ahead, even when everyday life gets tough.

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utatane

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Odoru Pompoko RinE-girls

E-girls / Odoru Ponpokorin

The anime song “Odoru Pompokolin,” loved by a wide range of generations and used as the first ending theme of the first season of the anime Chibi Maruko-chan.

This version covered by the dance and vocal group E-girls is finished as dance music with a glamorous arrangement.

Its danceable, electronica-based beat will heat up any sports day program.

Set to a catchy melody, it’s a cheer song where you can enjoy lively steps and claps.

Let’s liven up the sporting festival with this song that everyone has heard at least once!

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NIPPONShiina Ringo

Sheena Ringo – NIPPON

Ringo Sheena’s song “NIPPON” is a guaranteed crowd-pleasing cheer anthem for any sports day! It was written as the theme song for NHK’s 2014 soccer broadcasts, so it has a strong association with soccer, but its exhilarating, fast-paced feel also suits other ball games and track and field events.

The intro drum phrase that evokes a taiko-led cheering battle and the lyrics that truly rouse and encourage athletes make it a perfect number for the atmosphere of a school sports festival!

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migratory bird[Alexandros]

[Alexandros] – Wataridori (MV)

“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.

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