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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Cheering Songs to Hype Up Sports Day! A Collection of Motivation-Boosting Tracks Recommended for Kids (51–60)
My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS
“Zenzenzense,” written as an insert song for the film Your Name.
and a massive hit, was released by the rock band RADWIMPS in 2016.
The track unfolds a story that matches the film’s worldview.
Its sound, which opens with a passionate guitar riff, will energize various scenes at a sports day.
Along with its exhilarating sense of speed, it’s also recommended for cheering on teammates taking on relays or group jump rope.
It’s a rock number that refreshingly colors a stage set ablaze with excitement.
The Zero Sense10-FEET
A passionate song by 10-FEET.
Released as a digital single in November 2022 as the ending theme for the film THE FIRST SLAM DUNK, it was later included on their album Collins, their first in about five years.
It became a major topic on TikTok, with its distinctive rhythm and melody leaving a strong impression.
This masterpiece gives courage and hope to everyone chasing their dreams and will resonate with children and young people alike.
It’s perfect for energizing sports day scenes, and it also carries a strength that blows away inner doubts—whether it’s pre-performance nerves or worries about relationships.
Everyone is a heroAI
AI captivates many fans with a powerful, resonant voice that speaks to the heart.
This song, too, conveys a moving message through its lyrics and AI’s vocal expression.
Released in February 2016 as the CM song for au’s “Santaro” series, it has been loved by many ever since.
A new version was produced for the first time in eight years, showing how enduring the song’s appeal is.
It carries the idea that through everyday joys and challenges, anyone can become a hero in their own right.
It’s also perfect as a cheer song for school sports days, making it a track that people of all ages—from children to adults—can enjoy.
It’s a wonderful song that gives you courage every time you listen.
Soldier, run.B’z
This is a track included on the 2019 album NEW LOVE.
It was chosen as the support song for Japan’s national rugby team in the Lipovitan D campaign.
Koshi Inaba’s powerful vocals and the rock sound will give you energy! The title Hei (“Soldier”) was reportedly chosen with rugby players in mind.
It was created with the hope that “strength will well up from within the listener’s body.” This cheer song will absolutely resonate with the warriors shining at sports day, too!
Cheer songs to hype up the sports day! A collection of motivation-boosting tracks recommended for kids (61–70)
Runnerbakufū suranpu
Runner, the killer tune by Bakufu Slump who were active in Japan’s rock scene during the Showa era, is known for lyrics that resonate across generations, with both adults and children.
Featuring Kun-san from SAMURAI ROCK BAND SUNPLAZA NAKANO’s rugged, powerful vocals, the song has long been a staple sports anthem, from Koshien to sports days at elementary and junior high schools nationwide.
Even if you’re clumsy or losing, the song’s fiery, passionate vibe gives you a push to try harder—it’s crafted to make power well up from deep inside your body.
Even if, even ifRyokushokushakai
The song that perfectly fits a school sports day with its luxurious horn section is Ryokuoushoku Shakai’s “Tatoe Tatoe.” Released as a single in 2021, it was selected as the official MBS theme song for the 93rd National High School Baseball Invitational Tournament held that spring.
Composed with the cheering in the ballpark’s Alps stands in mind, it’s ideal for sending encouragement to kids giving their best.
Its driving uptempo beat and bright sound make it a quintessential sports day track!
Soul RevolutionSuperfly
“Tamashii Revolution” is a passionate fighter’s anthem written as NHK’s soccer theme song.
The lyrics, brimming with the conviction to win at all costs, are delivered with powerful vocals by Shiho Ochi.
It’s truly a one-song knockout performance! Ochi herself has said she watched the World Cup in tears, empathizing with the players.
It’s a classic track that’s perfect for school sports days.