[Basketball Cheer Songs] A curated selection of tournament theme songs and energizing anthems!
Basketball’s popularity is on the rise in Japan, thanks to the national team’s strong performances at the Olympics and the excitement surrounding the professional B.League.
Japanese players shining in the NBA are also drawing a lot of attention.
Beyond cheering through the TV, many people are passionately involved in school clubs or heading to arenas to enjoy games in person.
In this article, we’ve gathered basketball-related songs: tracks you can use to cheer during games, theme songs from the domestic league and international tournaments, and opening themes from anime that feature basketball.
They’re all perfect as pump-up BGM for practice, so whether you’re a player or a fan, be sure to check them out!
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[Basketball Cheering Songs] A curated selection of tournament theme songs and energizing cheer anthems! (111–120)
Opening DeclarationNovelbright
An encouraging song that helps you take a step toward your dreams and hopes was born in April 2021 from the major 1st album “Kaimaku Sengen.” With a bright, powerful melody and a passionate spirit like the sun shining in the wide sky, this work is a fervent message song crafted by Novelbright.
In 2022, it was selected as the theme song for Nippon TV’s nationwide high school dance club support project, “Dance ONE Project ’22” on the program Sukkiri, powerfully backing the challenging spirit of young people.
It’s a song that gently pushes the backs of everyone uniting their hearts—whether for field day events, sports festivals, or cheer battles.
[Basketball Cheering Songs] A curated selection of tournament theme songs and empowering anthems! (121–130)
SHAMROCKUVERworld
“SHAMROCK” is an energetic track that captures the hearts of players and fans fired up on the basketball court.
UVERworld’s signature dynamic sound further elevates the appeal of sports.
It’s recommended both as BGM during practice and as a track to hype up games.
If you want to feel the heat of basketball battles through music, this is a must-listen.
Bring me up !Kubota Toshinobu
“Bring me up!” is a track where a driving, fast-paced beat seamlessly fuses with Toshinobu Kubota’s signature soulful vocals.
It works perfectly as a fight song, and adding it to your workout or running playlist will give you an extra boost of motivation.
It’s guaranteed to hype up any karaoke session, with its rhythmic groove naturally energizing your body.
Beyond lighting up basketball and other sports scenes, it has the power to lift your everyday mood.
I hope this song lets you feel the heat of sport through music as well.
Live in the present.Saucy Dog
Powerfully singing of youthful passion and hope, this Saucy Dog track was created as a cheer anthem for the 101st All Japan High School Soccer Tournament.
Portraying growth through overcoming setbacks and hardship, bonds with teammates, and the courage to move forward while staying true to oneself, the song deeply resonates with young people navigating high school life during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Released in December 2022, it has become an indispensable fan favorite at their live shows, giving a strong push not only to soccer players but also to students working hard every day for their clubs and school events.
WINGSMacklemore x Ryan Lewis
“WINGS,” released by the American hip-hop duo Macklemore x Ryan Lewis, is a single from 2011 included on the album The Heist.
Centered on the theme of “being yourself,” the song is paired with a music video that portrays the shadowed story of a boy devoted to basketball, delivering a message that resonates deeply.
Although the track was already popular, it saw a revival hit in 2013 when it was used in an NBA All-Star Game commercial.
I WishSkee-Lo
A hit single released in 1995 by California rapper Skee-Lo.
The lyrics comically poke fun at himself, expressing a wish that he were better at basketball, and the balance between the laid-back mood and light, bouncy feel is oddly comforting.
It has a vibe that could support your practice while also creating a relaxed, easygoing atmosphere.
There’s a somewhat mellow element to it, too.
It’s fresh and approachable, so even people who don’t usually listen to rap might find their bodies moving.
It’s a perfect basketball track for when you want to perform as usual and stay calm and composed!
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This song is the theme for the 2008 film “Flying Rabbits,” which portrays the achievements of a women’s corporate basketball team.
It carries a message encouraging people to take on challenges to the fullest, even when they feel uncertain.