[Youth Songs] Songs that liven up sports days and athletic festivals. Music that adds color to the event.

Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI

Highest Point / SEKAI NO OWARI [Sports Day Recital Dance] Easy Dance Choreography

With its original approach of turning weakness into an ally to reach greater heights, this song becomes a compelling anthem of encouragement.

It carries a positive message: by accepting and overcoming your weaknesses, you can achieve significant growth.

Coupled with SEKAI NO OWARI’s gentle yet powerful vocals and expansive arrangement, it resonates deeply with listeners.

Produced in September 2023 as the opening theme for the Fuji TV anime ONE PIECE, it is also included on the album Nautilus.

It’s a track that will strongly support participants during moments of challenge at school events like sports days and athletic festivals.

As a cheer song for anyone striving toward lofty goals, it’s a work you’ll definitely want to hear.

RunLittle Glee Monster

『Run』 – Little Glee Monster

It’s a youth-boosting anthem that sings about the courage to move forward and the bonds between friends.

With an exhilarating, up-tempo melody and powerful harmonies, this track stands out as a collaboration with Meiji Probio Yogurt R-1, created by Little Glee Monster in March 2025 to cheer on new first graders.

Included on the album “Ambitious,” it’s also slated to be performed on their nationwide tour.

It’s the perfect song to sing and dance to with friends at school events like cultural festivals and sports days.

We’re delivering a message song bursting with energy—one you’ll want to share with friends striving toward their dreams.

NonfictionsNEW!Da-iCE

Da-iCE / “Nonfictions” Music Video

A powerhouse Da-iCE track that strongly propels those charging toward their goals through sweat and tears.

Its driving, dramatic sound and slightly wistful melody beautifully color the irreplaceable moments of youth.

Chosen as the cheer song for the 107th National High School Baseball Championship opening in August 2025, it also serves as the theme for the TV program “Nettou Koshien.” Sports days and athletic festivals culminate after days of practice filled with inner struggles and clashes with teammates.

This work stands beside every student giving their all on the grand stage where anyone can be the star, and is sure to move the adults watching over them to tears.

It’s a track guaranteed to deliver an unforgettable surge of emotion when it plays during the climax scene.

A Cheer Song Dedicated to YouNEW!HIPPY

[MUSIC VIDEO] A Cheer Song Dedicated to You / HIPPY

A singer-songwriter with a rich, warm voice who encourages listeners—HIPPY’s song.

Featured on the album “HomeBase ~Arigatou~,” released in March 2017, it carries a message that powerfully pushes forward those who take on challenges despite their anxieties and fears.

It has become widely beloved as background music for videos on social media and as walk-up songs for professional baseball players, and it also drew attention for featuring in corporate commercials.

It’s a rousing fight song perfect for the moments right before a big challenge or for uniting spirits with teammates at a sports day.

Start to shine and run forwardSambomasutā

Sambomaster / Starting to Shine and Run - MUSIC VIDEO

It’s a cheer song brimming with youthful passion and hope.

It portrays a protagonist who carries deep pain in their heart and feels on the verge of losing themselves, yet by accepting that suffering, the work gives them the courage to take a new step forward.

Released by Sambomaster in August 2018, the track was chosen as the theme song for the TBS Friday drama “Cheer☆Dan,” and, alongside the story of high school students striving to conquer the United States, left a lasting impression on many viewers.

This piece is also perfect as background music for school sports days and athletic festivals, gently supporting students who give their all and sweat it out together with their friends.

School HeavenNEW!Fingā 5

Gakuen Tengoku

If there’s a classic that kicks off with a fiery call-and-response everyone’s heard at least once, it’s this one! Released in March 1974 as the fourth single by Finger 5, the brother-sister group from Okinawa, it became a massive hit, selling over a million copies.

This song comically yet dramatically portrays students rejoicing or despairing over changing classroom seating, and its irresistible groove makes you want to join in as you listen.

Years later, it was chosen as the theme song for Toho’s film “Waterboys,” cementing its status as a timeless J-pop masterpiece.

It’s also a staple as a high school baseball cheer song, and when everyone shouts the calls together at sports days and pep rallies, the whole venue unites and the excitement goes through the roof!

The growing up trainNEW!Sakurazaka46

Sakurazaka46 “The Growing Up Train” Music Video

An upbeat tune that depicts a coming-of-age story of breaking stereotypes and charging forward into adulthood despite uncertainty.

Its appeal lies in a driving, high-velocity sound with passionate piano and organ tones ringing out.

It’s the title track of idol group Sakurazaka46’s 14th single, slated for release in March 2026.

Although no specific tie-in has been announced, it’s attracting attention because Karin Fujiyoshi serves as the center.

Brimming with intensity that evokes intricately crafted formation dancing, this piece will resonate with the image of students sprinting full-throttle across the field.

It’s sure to further heat up scenes like sports days and athletic festivals where teammates join forces to compete.

A perfect youth anthem for those who want to set their hearts ablaze.