[Baseball Songs] A collection of cheer songs and theme music for high school baseball, professional baseball, and Samurai Japan

When it comes to Japan’s national sport, baseball surely comes to mind.

Professional baseball is a given, but high school baseball is also incredibly popular, with many fans looking forward to it every year.

The WBC, which crowns the world’s best, brings huge excitement as well.

Essential to baseball are the support songs that cheer on the players and the theme music for broadcast programs.

In this article, we’ll introduce a comprehensive lineup of classic cheer songs and past theme tracks.

From songs that boost players’ morale to tracks that colored unforgettable dramas on the field, we’ve selected nothing but masterpieces—enjoy!

Playlist

[Baseball Songs] A collection of cheer songs and theme music for high school baseball, professional baseball, and Samurai Japan
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	SEE OFFBRAHMAN		The cheering song by BRAHMAN that became famous in high school baseball
2	Separate WaysJourney		The WBC cheer song 'Separate Ways' is a fiery track.
3	Miracle Revolution No. 9Fujifaburikku		The WBC broadcast theme song is catchy and addictive.
4	BATTLE WITHOUT HONOR OR HUMANITYHotei Tomoyasu		The appeal of a famous song brimming with tension
5	African SymphonyVan McCoy		Inspire fighting spirit with powerful African music
6	Sounds goodM!LK		M!LK’s Selected Entrance March
7	crimsonX JAPAN		The Emotion and Spirit of the High School Baseball Cheering Song, ‘Kurenai’
8	Gate of GloryHirai Dai		Hirai Dai’s high school baseball cheering song, Courage Toward the Dream
9	Freak It! ft. Tokyo Ska Paradise OrchestraMAN WITH A MISSION		Cheering song by Ookami Man Band and Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra
10	Even if, even ifRyokushokushakai		A passionate song that cheers on people dedicated to sports
11	I love youback number		The NHK morning drama theme song “I Love You” is a love song.
12	El CumbancheroRafael Hernández		Brass band cheer songs beloved in high school baseball
13	PRAY.makaroni enpitsu		A high school baseball fight song that celebrates the brilliance of youth
14	FateOfisharu Higedan Dism		Official HIGE DANDism, their smash hit “Shukumei” alongside baseball
15	bullseyeYamamoto Rinda		Inspire the baseball players with Linda Yamamoto’s cheer song
16	Chance Theme 0Yokohama DeNA Beisutāzu		Yokohama’s powerful cheering song is passionately balanced.
17	baseballkururi		A cheer-song-style track overflowing with love for baseball, recreating the electrifying atmosphere of the ballpark
18	Theme of Lupin the ThirdŌno Yūji		Lupin the Third’s theme is a passionate fight song.
19	Lionberii guddoman		Upbeat lyrics for a high school baseball cheer song
20	Popeye the Sailor Mansupinijji pawā		An iconic song that inspires courage in sports
21	G flareYomiuri Jaiantsu		The Giants’ chance theme gets the crowd pumped.
22	Kokoro-eroodo obu mejyaa		An anthem cheering on those striving toward their dreams
23	We Will Rock YouQueen		Queen's classic song "We Will Rock You"
24	Bridge of Gloryyuzu		The moving power of Yuzu’s classic songs and sports anthems
25	Combat MarchHiroshima Toyo Carp		Carp cheer song, a tune of mounting frenzy and excitement
26	summer squallarashi		Arashi’s Nettle Koshien theme song cheers on the ballplayers.
27	MiracleGReeeeN		A classic song from a youth baseball drama, filled with passionate feelings.
28	OH!SHISHAMO		Energetic lyrics that cheer on hardworking high school baseball players
29	Jock Rock		The magical tune of comeback sparks dramatic turns at Koshien
30	DiamondKobukuro		A cheering song for high school baseball players, with powerful lyrics that resonate in the heart
31	Let’s go, Narashino!Narashino Kōkō Suisōgakubu		Narashino High School’s famous song, a beautiful and powerful cheering anthem
32	One moreFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		High school baseball cheer song, collaboration with Masahiro Tanaka
33	OmoidamaKanjani∞		An anthem of youth chasing dreams, built on effort and gratitude
34	RPGSEKAI NO OWARI		An anthem that cheers on the courage to take on challenges with your companions
35	Dear…TSUNAMI		A passionate theme song that rekindles the emotion of Koshien
36	Crimson Bow and ArrowLinked Horizon		The Attack on Titan opening theme song is very popular.
37	SHOW TIMEShonan no Kaze		A cheering song by Shonan no Kaze that’s popular in high school baseball
38	Pray[Alexandros]		A heartfelt cheering song that reflects on high school baseball
39	Paradise GalaxyHikaru GENJI		Hikaru GENJI’s smash hit, a high school baseball staple
40	CopacabanaBarry Manilow		“Copacabana,” a popular cheer song in high school baseball
41	Silhouette of a StarSerizawa Hiroaki		A classic from Touch, a fervent passion for baseball
42	southpawpinku redii		A baseball cheering song that powerfully conveys an unyielding fighting spirit
43	The Greatest Showman		Osaka Toin’s cheer song, a piece about the passion for pursuing dreams
44	Limit-Break x SurvivorHikawa Kiyoshi		Kiyoshi Hikawa’s rock song, a song of challenge
45	Tenri Fanfare		The Koshien fanfare originated at Tenri High School.
46	Smoke on the WaterDeep Purple		Rock classics with famous intros
47	Dynamic RyukyuIkuma Akira		High school baseball cheering songs, the powerful music of Okinawa
48	SunriseKEYTALK		KEYTALK's 'Sunrise' is a tie-in song for Power Pro.
49	miracleSuga Shikao		Suga Shikao’s Koshien cheer song “Miracle”
50	Ama-chan Opening Themeamachan supesharu biggu bando		Amachan opening theme, bright ska music
51	School HeavenFingā 5		A disco-style cheer song from Okinawa, a school theme
52	Messenger from Sunday↑THE HIGH-LOWS↓		A famous cheer song sung at high school baseball games
53	HOMAREryo		An inspiring song filled with a passionate love for baseball
54	Chance Samurai		A rousing fight song that fires up international matches
55	V!V!VictoryOkazaki Taiiku		Cheering song for the Hanshin Tigers’ 90th anniversary
56	Flash feat. 10-FEETToukyou Sukapara Daisu Ookesutora		A 25th-anniversary collaboration song by Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra and 10-FEET
57	Let’s go! PowerPro!Symphonic Wind Ensemble 21		Power Pros cheer song, performed by Toin High School
58	The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP		A classic by SMAP, featuring a warm melody and lyrics that give you courage.
59	TOMORROWMayo Okamoto		An inspiring masterpiece that delivers hope and courage
60	prideGReeeeN		A heart-stirring anthem of encouragement for those walking toward their dreams
61	St. Paul MarchRikkyo Daigaku Ouenka		Baseball songs that spread from cheer chants
62	Let’s do our best.SMAP		SMAP’s iconic song of effort and hope
63	You are a slugger		Osaka Toin's cheering song spreads nationwide
64	KoshienFukuyama Masaharu		Masaharu Fukuyama’s “Koshien,” a song that celebrates dreams and youth
65	Paradise Has No BorderToukyou Sukapara Daisu Ookesutora		Skapara’s classic, an energetic track
66	TouchIwasaki Yoshimi		“Touch” is a high school baseball fight song that transcends generations.
67	NonfictionsDa-iCE		Da-iCE’s high school baseball cheer song colors the fiery summer.
68	weedberii guddoman		Powerful music that supports your challenge toward your dreams
69	A Cheer Song Dedicated to YouHIPPY		An anthem of encouragement that helps you overcome setbacks and gives you courage
70	flying getAKB48		AKB48’s smash hit song “Heavy Rotation”
71	Galaxy Express 999Godiego		The famous classic theme song of Galaxy Express 999.
72	Amachan ThemeŌtomo Yoshihide		NHK's 'Amachan' Koshien magic song
73	dragonflyNagabuchi Tsuyoshi		A classic hit that sings of the dreams and hopes of young people
74	Scarred heroTUBE		An anthem of passion that keeps chasing dreams
75	Zankyo SankaAimer		Demon Slayer theme song, Aimer’s breathtaking track
76	Bring it on, youth!Kobushi Fakutorī		A youth anthem that powerfully supports challenges at critical moments
77	Here we go! Phantom Thief GirlMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto		"Let's go!" cheer song, an energizing tune
78	Theme of the Unruly ShogunKikuchi Shunsuke		Ishikawa Takaya’s cheering song “Theme of the Unruly Shogun”
79	All right! The men’s song!Tsunoda Nobuaki		Get inspired by Noburo Kakuta’s passionate songs!
80	Chiba, let’s connect our heartsChiba Rotte Marīnzu		A rousing anthem singing of love and bonds in Chiba, resounding with passion
81	cherry (sweet cherry; cherry fruit)Otsuka Ai		Ai Otsuka’s smash hit song “Sakuranbo”
82	HEROESGLAY		A rousing anthem cheering on the heroes of the future
83	spring breezeSeven Billion Dots		A cheer song that sings of the hopes and challenges of youth
84	Glory Colors ~Door of the Wind~ZONE		An anthem that opens the door to the future, filled with fiery emotion
85	summer shadeSuga Shikao		A masterpiece that portrays the end of youth and a ray of hope
86	SUMMER BOYFujii Fumiya		A cheer song that heats up summer high school baseball
87	Space Battleship Yamatosasaki isao		Theme song of Space Battleship Yamato, a masterpiece of courage and hope
88	Summer Memoriesberii guddoman		A song of courage to move forward, supporting one another
89	Cat’s EyeAnri		An exhilarating, fast-paced 80s anime theme song
90	In that windlol		An anthem for youth chasing their dreams—bonds and inspiration
91	As your heart desiresElefanto Kashimashi		Summer Koshien, O passionate cheering song
92	My HERObīguru kurū		A cheering song that sings of gratitude to friends and a resolve to pursue dreams
93	Precious SummerHamada Mari		Mari Hamada’s famous song singing about summer memories
94	Tokyo OndoSuwarōzu Ōentai		The cheer song of the Tokyo Yakult Swallows, “Tokyo Ondo”
95	ShakeSMAP		SMAP’s youth anthem is popular in the sports world.
96	Suddenly, SinbadSazan Ōrusutāzu		A summer classic by Southern All Stars, a passionate cheer song
97	Amachan ThemeŌtomo Yoshihide		Theme song from “Amachan” performed passionately at high school baseball
98	RUNNERbakufū suranpu		A song beloved as a professional baseball cheering anthem
99	a bright red sunMisora Hibari		Jackey Yoshikawa’s classic song gains popularity.
100	GO! GO! TritonHideta Itsuki		Triton's Theme, a song that inspires courage
101	Over DriveJUDY AND MARY		A signature song by JUDY AND MARY, a youthful summer anthem.
102	Ten thousand feet in the AlpsAmerika aikokuka		The Alpine Mountaineering Song was originally a U.S. patriotic song.
103	Feathers of the SphereSukima Suichi		Theme song of the Summer High School Baseball Tournament, Masahiro Tanaka's entrance song
104	Hello UncleKina Shōkichi & Chanpurūzu		A song of hometown love infused with the spirit of Okinawa
105	BambinaHotei Tomoyasu		Tomoyasu Hotei’s fiery cheer song
106	Triton of the SeaRika Sudo, Princess Kaguya		The theme song of Triton of the Sea, a classic that evokes courage and dreams.
107	Astro BoyTakasai Tatsuo		Anime song cheers gain popularity in high school baseball
108	HeroD.O.A.		The cheering song by doa ignites the hearts of high school baseball players.
109	From Me to Youflumpool		flumpool's 'Kimi ni Todoke' moved people at high school baseball.
110	Dream Deliverynaniwa danshi		Naniwa Danshi’s youth-cheering song
111	Erotica SevenSazan Ōrusutāzu		A popular song at the Summer Koshien, featuring striking, flamboyant horns
112	Rokko OroshiTōwatari Yoshinori		A classic song from old Kansai baseball cheering chants
113	A Cruel Angel’s ThesisTakahashi Yoko		A signature song of Evangelion, a song of youth and hope
114	There’s always tomorrowUrufuruzu & Re:Japan		Song of hope, the power to take a new step
115	TSUNAMISazan Ōrusutāzu		A soul-stirring masterpiece by Keisuke Kuwata
116	loveHoshino Gen		The theme song of 'Nigeru wa Haji' is a heart-touching, feel-good track.
117	YOUNG MAN (Y.M.C.A.)Saijō Hideki		Hideki Saijo’s fiery fight song resonates with those who chase their dreams
118	OathBEGIN		A cheering song that faces hardships with the sounds of Okinawa
119	BREAKING THE ICETHE RAMPAGE from EXILE TRIBE		A cheering song that gives fiery passion and courage
120	KanadeSukima Suichi		A bittersweet melody of youth, a timeless song that echoes in the heart
121	SAMURAITakkī & Tsubasa		Tackey & Tsubasa’s moving cheer song
122	The End of SummerMoriyama Naotaro		Noriyuki Moriyama’s masterpiece that weaves the sentiments of summer
123	Let the cymbals of my raging heart resoundWatanabe Misato		A passionate cheering song, Watanabe Misato’s classic that colors youth
124	a thousand paper cranesYūsuke		Yusuke’s baseball cheer song conveys dreams and passion
125	SING ALONE GOODammo		Baseball Tournament Theme Song, Cheer Song of Hope
126	Monkey Turn (SG RUSH Championship Final)Jintosio		Jintoshio song becomes a cheering staple at Koshien
127	Effeminate; overly sentimental; being clingy/whiny (context-dependent)Gōruden Bonbā		Darvish’s Baseball Prowess and Ceremonial First-Pitch Performance
128	One Night CarnivalKishidan		A popular staple of upbeat rock songs
129	HalationHata Motohiro		Koshien theme song: moving vocals and scenery
130	Odoru Pompoko RinB.B. Kuīnzu		Theme song of Crayon Shin-chan
131	dramaticBase Ball Bear		A song of captured youth and summer scenes
132	SunMy Hair is Bad		An inspiring song themed around high school baseball
133	LOVE2000hitomi		Baseball theme song that Naoko Takahashi often listened to
134	Sunny Day SundaySenchimentaru Basu		A youth punk song about high school baseball
135	Passion ContinentHakasé Tarō		A fight song famed for its success on the Kuniyoshi Continent
136	Boom!Magokoro Burazāzu		The beloved “Dokaan” classic at Koshien
137	Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-DaThe Beatles		The Beatles’ signature songs White Album
138	Don’t give upZARD		Cheering song! ZARD’s classic, soothing
139	OKOoochie Koochie		A cheer song by a musician from Hiroshima
140	Pretty FlyThe Offspring		Popular wind ensemble theme song at a selection tournament
141	hundreds of millions of light-yearsOmoinotake		A refreshing song about lingering feelings for a past love
142	Put it away, chance! (i.e., Please take your chance and finish it!)Chūnichi Doragonzu		The Dragons’ fight song has great rhythm and is easy to sing.
143	Flower of loveaimyon		A song that sings of the preciousness of love and life, wrapped in the gentleness of spring
144	rainbowTakahashi Yuu		Yu Takahashi's baseball cheer song, Courage to Move Forward
145	Summer is just getting started!fukumimi		Fukumimi’s high school baseball theme song, a classic summer tune
146	SAMBA DE JANEIROBelini		A fun Latin-style soccer cheer song
147	Let It GoIdina Menzel		An anthem that sets your true self free
148	5,6,7,8steps		Steps' catchy pop song is popular at high school baseball games.
149	Everyday, KachushaAKB48		A moving song that cheers on young people as they pursue their dreams
150	Bloom with a pop, scatter, and turn to ashCreepy Nuts		High School Baseball Theme Song: Brave Battle
151	PhotographEXILE ATSUSHI feat. Tokyo Sukapara Daisōkesutora Hōn Sekushon		Summer cheer song “Photograph,” a passionate anthem of dreams and hard work
152	This is my way of life.PUFFY		A youth anthem that celebrates living positively
153	ultramarineYOASOBI		A youth-empowerment song by YOASOBI
154	You are the star.Sazan Ōrusutāzu		An anthem with a rock sound that gives hope and courage
155	Youthful AmigoShūji to Akira		An anthem of youth that celebrates friendship and dreams
156	Chance Theme 3Hiroshima Toyo Carp		The Carp’s chance theme is a rousing fight song.
157	Hit hereTohoku Rakuten Golden Iigurusu		It’s captivating with the Rakuten Eagles’ unique cheering song.
158	If there really is a destined person for meNishino Kana		A poignant song’s story that believes in ideal love
159	Win it!Yomiuri Jaiantsu		Let's enjoy the Yomiuri Giants' chance theme
160	Hissatsu Shigotonin: Melody of Assassination		Baseball fight songs awaken a burning fighting spirit.
161	Sora-buneTOKIO		Lyrics by Miyuki Nakajima, an inspiring song that encourages high school baseball players
162	summer festivalWhiteberry		A summer cheer song that expresses youthful momentum and hard work
163	The crown of glory shines upon you.Koseki Yūji		The iconic march of high school baseball, the fervent resonance of youth
164	Suki Suki SongMizumori Ado		The ending theme of “Himitsu no Akko-chan” is popular at high school baseball games.
165	PhotographEXILE ATSUSHI feat. Tokyo Sukaparadaisu Ookesutora Hoon Sekushon		Theme song for Nettou Koshien sung by ATSUSHI
166	Glass BoyKinKi Kids		A classic hit by KinKi Kids that portrays the bittersweetness of youth
167	Dreamerberii guddoman		An anthem of support that sings of the passion of those who chase their dreams
168	R.Y.U.S.E.I.Sandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu		An anthem of support for friends and the dreams traced by shooting stars
169	Choo Choo TRAINEXILE		An iconic EXILE hit that gets you pumped!
170	Eat some sushi!Shibugakitai		A popular cheer song from NHK’s Minna no Uta
171	Combat MarchMiki Yūjirō		An innovative song as a baseball cheering chant
172	Kinnikuman Go Fight!Kushida Akira		Kinnikuman theme song, hot and valiant.