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 hype up the sports day! A collection of motivational tracks recommended for kids
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	ApollodorusMrs. GREEN APPLE		Sports day cheer song, delivering energy and courage
2	together; along with; bothWANIMA		An upbeat cheer song perfect for a sports day
3	Happinessarashi		An inspiring youth anthem with moving lyrics that give you courage
4	Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI		An uplifting cheer song that brings hope and courage arrives
5	Curtain callYuuri		Yuuri's new song has been chosen as the My Hero Academia opening.
6	OrangeSPYAIR		A Haikyu!! theme song that depicts bonds with friends and courage
7	StaRtMrs. GREEN APPLE		An uplifting, refreshing pop-rock song filled with encouragement
8	Is youth embarrassing, or is it youth if it’s embarrassing?Ryokushokushakai		A refreshing cheer song that conveys the emotions of youth
9	giftRADWIMPS		An inspiring theme song that explores the meaning of life
10	DREAMIN’ONDa-iCE		Da-iCE delivers hope with a powerful message
11	paprikaFoorin		The song Paprika by the elementary and middle school band Foorin is perfect for sports day.
12	In the Blueikimonogakari		The Mitsuya Cider commercial song: a refreshing anthem of youth
13	New My NormalMrs. GREEN APPLE		A new song by Mrs. GREEN APPLE has been released.
14	IlluminationB’z		Theme song of NHK’s morning drama: B’z’s gentle cheer song
15	I am the strongest.Ado		A rousing cheer song echoing through the sports day
16	DoraemonHoshino Gen		Gen Hoshino’s “Doraemon” is perfect for a cheer dance!
17	WanderlustGENERATIONS from EXILE TRIBE		Feel-good vibes from an energetic cheer song!
18	One moreFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		A pep song for youth—get funky and go for it!
19	OH!SHISHAMO		SHISHAMO’s classic “OH!” that captures the exhilarating rush of youth
20	DREAMERIkuta Rira		Ikuta Lira releases a gentle encouragement song that warmly embraces the hearts of dream-chasing youth
21	magic musicKimura Kaera		Kimura Kaela’s refreshing song that brightens up the summer
22	RunLittle Glee Monster		An anthem cheering you on as you run toward your dreams
23	Go! Go! Go!Hashimoto Yoshiji		A masterpiece in which Yoshimichi Hashimoto completed a cheer song for children.
24	FateOfisharu Higedan Dism		High school baseball cheer song, a song of fate and determination
25	Wake up!AAA		A hot song by the popular group AAA from an anime opening (OP)
26	100% CourageHikaru GENJI		Hikaru Genji’s “Courage 100%” is a classic sports day song.
27	lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s new song wins the grand prize
28	CharacterRyokushokushakai		An empowering song to boost self-esteem, perfect for a sports day
29	Let’s give it a tryWANIMA		Feel Positive with WANIMA's 'Yatte Miyou'
30	So, you are not alone.Little Glee Monster		I get courage from Little Glee Monster’s songs.
31	Don’t give upZARD		ZARD’s “Makenaide” is a classic song of courage and hope.
32	Bridge of Gloryyuzu		'Eikou no Kakehashi' is a moving classic that cheers on school sports days.
33	Kitearashi		Perfect for sports day! Arashi’s cheer song “Kite”
34	RPGSEKAI NO OWARI		The energetic theme song from the Crayon Shin-chan movie
35	Love will winKAN		Genius KAN’s masterpiece “Ai wa Katsu” is moving.
36	Wings Named YouKobukuro		A moving song that cheers on students' hard work
37	Full-Power BoySukima Suichi		“Zenryoku Shōnen” by Sukima Switch is a cheer song (an uplifting/encouragement song).
38	GUTS!arashi		Arashi’s “GUTS!” is the ultimate cheer song, perfect for sports festivals!
39	NIPPONShiina Ringo		Ringo Sheena’s “NIPPON” is a cheer song!
40	Be kind to othersTHE BLUE HEARTS		‘Hito ni Yasashiku’ is perfect as a cheer song
41	A Tiny Bit of CourageFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		Cheering song by FUNKY MONKEY BABYS
42	Your AdventureOkazaki Taiiku		Okazaki Taiiku’s Pokémon anime theme song
43	A view I’ve never seen beforeSuda Masaki		A powerful singing voice that suits a sports day, like a cheer song
44	Tomorrow will surely be a good day.Takahashi Yuu		Gain courage from Takahashi Yu’s uplifting songs
45	Odoru Pompoko RinE-girls		E-girls cover “Odoru Ponpokorin,” perfect for school sports day
46	Clap your handsNICO Touches the Walls		NICO songs that liven up the sports festival
47	IdeaHoshino Gen		Gen Hoshino’s cheer song: light and upbeat, with a positive vibe.
48	Zankyo SankaAimer		Demon Slayer theme song, Aimer’s hugely popular track
49	HeroAmuro Namie		Namie Amuro’s “Hero” is a moving theme song.
50	As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE		A cheer song for a sports day that celebrates the courage to never give up
51	Perfect-Sense DreamerONE OK ROCK		Gets me pumped! A high-energy, fast-paced hype song
52	Rising SunEXILE		Disaster Reconstruction Support Song 'Rising Sun', a Song of Hope
53	migratory bird[Alexandros]		A rock song that depicts students’ moment in the spotlight
54	New EraAdo		Theme song of the ONE PIECE movie, a track brimming with a sense of speed
55	JUMPIkuta Rira		A song of courage to overcome anxiety and move forward
56	100% for Youkyarī pamyu pamyu		Cheering song by Kyary Pamyu Pamyu
57	My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS		An insert song from Your Name., a passionate track by RADWIMPS
58	The Zero Sense10-FEET		10-FEET's movie theme song gives courage to those who chase their dreams
59	Everyone is a heroAI		Give courage to many people with AI’s moving song
60	Soldier, run.B’z		The powerful vocals of the Japan national rugby team support song “Tsuwamono”
61	Runnerbakufū suranpu		Bakufu Slump’s “Runner” transcends generations.
62	Even if, even ifRyokushokushakai		Ryokuoushoku Shakai’s “Tatoe Tatoe” is fire!
63	Soul RevolutionSuperfly		Soccer’s theme song, a passionate singing voice
64	danceAdo		Ado’s “Odo” gains popularity as an NHK theme song
65	single-minded; wholehearted; devoted; earnestKing Gnu		King Gnu's “Ichizu” - theme song for the anime film
66	rainbowTakahashi Yuu		An inspiring anthem cheering on Yu Takahashi’s challenge
67	AMBITIOUS JAPAN!TOKIO		TOKIO's “AMBITIOUS JAPAN!” is a cheering song.
68	Silent majorityKeyakizaka46		Keyakizaka46's 'Silent Majority' is overwhelming.
69	breakthroughSUPER BEAVER		A passionate song that embodies the power of challenge and conveys the courage to move forward.
70	GO FOR IT!!Nishino Kana		A song that encourages girls who lack confidence in love
71	Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO		A cheering song that portrays the emotions of youth, “Ashita mo” (Tomorrow, Too)
72	Go for it!Urufuruzu		Hot memories with the cheering song by Ulfuls
73	Start to shine and run forwardSambomasutā		Cheering songs by Sambomaster, tracks that give you courage
74	rainbowFukuyama Masaharu		A song that cheers on the courage to overcome walls
75	earnest desireSUPER BEAVER		A famous song by SUPER BEAVER that sings about the importance of human relationships
76	Get fired upDaikoku Maki		Maki Ohguro’s Olympic theme song, a youth anthem
77	WE CAN!Adachi Kana		Theme song of soccer and courage, a famous piece by Kana Adachi
78	stepsGReeeeN		Hang in there! A youth anthem about the importance of hard work
79	ROOFTOPS feat. Satoshi Fujiwara (Official HIGE DANDism)KERENMI		A song by Koichi Tsutaya brimming with a sense of speed
80	To Hikarimiwa		miwa’s signature song “Hikari e,” popular as the theme for a Monday 9 PM drama.
81	SMILE ~Like a Clear, Sunlit Sky~Kuwata Keisuke		Olympic theme song: Keisuke Kuwata’s passionate vocals
82	GO!!!FLOW		FLOW's 'GO!!!' is perfect as a sports day cheer song.
83	Yo-kai Exercise No. 1Dream5		The Yo-kai Watch dance song is very popular among children.
84	ImaginationSPYAIR		A cheering song that celebrates a spirit of challenge with passion and courage.
85	I want to keep smiling.ikimonogakari		Ikimono-gakari’s Serena commercial song becomes a big hit
86	PERFECT HUMANRADIO FISH		RADIO FISH’s explosively popular song shines at school sports days.
87	Effeminate; overly sentimental; being clingy/whiny (context-dependent)Gōruden Bonbā		A song that expresses the feelings of heartbreak in a lighthearted way
88	ThrillerMaikeru Jakuson		Michael Jackson’s Thriller is a massive hit
89	Live in the present.Saucy Dog		Saucy Dog’s High School Soccer Cheering Song
90	flash[Alexandros]		The powerful theme song of the Gundam movie, Resounding Hope
91	Naked HeroVaundy		Vaundy’s EP track is the theme song for the anime Ranking of Kings.
92	Mela!Ryokushokushakai		A song of courage and hope to help others
93	Everyone is free.Half time Old		A fiery rock song themed around a sports festival, expressing freedom
94	No.1DISH//		A rock song that sings of a strong will to pursue a goal
95	Sparkle DancerFurederikku		Frederic’s 2023 single
96	VSBLUE ENCOUNT		A cheer song that sings of fiery passion and a battle with oneself
97	Full driveKANA-BOON		Sprint at full speed with an exhilarating, high-energy cheer song!
98	life-formHoshino Gen		Gen Hoshino’s cheer song conveys vitality and courage.
99	Golden SoulShonan no Kaze		A song of courage that never gives up, to enliven the sports festival
100	InfernoMrs. GREEN APPLE		The opening theme of Fire Force. A song packed with a sense of speed and fiery intensity.
101	VertigoMAN WITH A MISSION		A song that sounds a warning to modern society
102	winding roadNovelbright		Novelbright’s cheering song, the courage to overcome hardships
103	C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK		A song that celebrates the passion and friendship of youth
104	FRIENDS!!!imase		A youth song that sings of the bonds of friendship
105	Music Collection for Sports Day: Go Go GoZama Yoshihiro		A collection of powerful songs perfect for sports day
106	OtonokeCreepy Nuts		A captivating track where occult vibes and dynamism harmonize
107	It starts here!DREAMS COME TRUE		A cheer song for an ekiden theme
108	SPECIALZKing Gnu		An empowering cheer song that boosts you to give it your all
109	Opening DeclarationNovelbright		A passionate message song that cheers on young people pursuing their dreams
110	Kimisidai TrainONE OK ROCK		Encouraging songs by ONE OK ROCK
111	PLAYERSYOASOBI		Turning game memories into music with YOASOBI's new song
112	swallowYOASOBI with Midorīzu		A collaborative song that sings of hope for the future
113	ultra soulB’z		Stay positive with a hype cheer song
114	room for growthCreepy Nuts		A powerful message song portraying the struggle and hope of growth
115	one’s true feelingssumika		A powerful ballad depicting young people who press on without giving up
116	Be the soil that makes flowers bloom, rather than the flowers themselves.berii guddoman		A heartwarming cheer song from NHK’s “Minna no Uta”
117	Crimson Lotus FlowerLiSA		Opening theme song of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, courage and indomitable spirit
118	Dokimeki Diaryasmi feat. Chinozo		The opening theme song of the new Pokémon anime
119	Rocky Themebirukonti		A classic of sports music that supports the striving heart
120	Aim to be a Pokémon MasterMatsumoto Rika		Singing the spirit of adventure with Rica Matsumoto’s powerful vocals
121	Maru Maru Mori MoriKaoru to Tomoki, tama ni Mukku.		A heartwarming song with bright, uplifting lyrics
122	superstarKetsumeishi		The importance of letting hidden talents shine
123	Heavy rotationAKB48		An exhilarating, youth-filled pop song
124	A bouquet for meAdo		Ado’s new song: a message of self-affirmation and courage
125	Miracle of BondsMAN WITH A MISSION×milet		Demon Slayer theme song, an anthem of courage and bonds
126	Kono Yubi Tomareyosugala		An anthem that supports those facing setbacks and loneliness
127	BOW AND ARROWYonezu Kenshi		A powerful song from a figure skating anime
128	ultramarineYOASOBI		A powerful song that gives you the courage to pursue your dreams
129	One Heartatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu		A cheering song that unites our hearts and moves us forward
130	dance hallMrs. GREEN APPLE		An upbeat song that energizes the venue with its music
131	I can only face forwardAKB48		An empowering, rock-style cheer song that urges you to face forward and keep moving
132	Critical HitRADWIMPS		A powerful rock piece that portrays the emotions of wavering over life choices
133	Self-revolutionSHISHAMO		A youth anthem, a resolve for change
134	Let’s do our best.SMAP		SMAP’s classic song “Sekai ni Hitotsu Dake no Hana” (Only One Flower in the World)
135	SignalWANIMA		A song full of courage and hope
136	Beautifulyuzu		A never-give-up spirit and cooperation with your companions are important.
137	A victorious smile with youUkasukaji		Sing of pride and bonds in the Japan national team’s support song
138	We’ve gotta do what seems impossible.Sambomasutā		An anthem of encouragement that gives courage and hope to never give up
139	Endless JourneyGENERATIONS from EXILE TRIBE		An inspiring song that supports the challenge toward one’s dreams
140	lightly; nimbly; flutteringlyGReeeeN		A positive cheer song, a track that encourages people who are doing their best
141	Helloyama × bocchiboromaru		You can gain courage from its positive lyrics and upbeat music.
142	MORNIING SUNEXILE B HAPPY		A bright and lively song of hope and courage