[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] Carefully selected tournament theme songs and energizing anthems! (131–140)
flying getAKB48
When a rousing track blasts through the venue at the moment players charge up the court, both the crowd and the athletes feel a sense of unity, creating an electrifying atmosphere.
In particular, AKB48’s song “Flying Get” is perfect for instantly firing up the stands with its driving rhythm and catchy melody.
You’ll hear it at school sports festivals, local athletic events, and even professional games, and it always gets people going.
The chorus is easy for spectators to sing along to, making it a great help when cheering on a match.
StrongerKanye West
This song, released as a single in 2007 by Kanye West, who is also well-known as a fashion designer, sold 5 million copies in the United States alone.
Its unique music video featuring Japanese garnered attention as well.
It is included on the album Graduation.
WINDKōda Kumi
“WIND” is a song with an impression so powerful it stays with you.
Its lyrics, marked by a strength that feels like standing up to the wind, inspire the courage to keep moving forward.
It’s perfectly suited to sports scenes—if it plays during a basketball game, both players and spectators are sure to heat up even more.
The track’s dynamism brings extra passion to the players’ performance and amplifies the spirit of support.
It’s a highly recommended song not only for games but also for boosting motivation in daily practice.
Not TodayMiura Daichi
This track was specially written as the wheelchair basketball theme song for Ani×Para, a collaboration project between animation and the Paralympics.
The artist is Daichi Miura, who captivates with his combination of dance and vocals! It’s included on his 2020 single Antelope.
The song expresses the dazzling appeal of wheelchair basketball through contrasts of stillness and motion, freely shifting tempos in the choreography, and cool lyrics.
It’s not just the action around the ball—the feints and strategies are compelling too.
In those moments, this track helps sharpen your senses, fosters the composure to grasp the situation objectively, and creates a focused atmosphere.
It’s perfect not only as a song to play during matches, but also as a daily anthem for motivation.
Be sure to check out the music video, which features a collaboration with the anime DEAR BOYS!
Michael JordanKendrick Lamar
This is a track by Kendrick Lamar, an American rapper and music producer who is hailed as the “new king of hip-hop.” He released this number with “Michael Jordan,” the basketball legend, as its title.
With over ten Grammy Awards to his name along with numerous other accolades, he was also selected by MTV as the “Hottest MC.”
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!
GiftPorno Graffitti
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.
In conclusion
We introduced songs related to basketball. In addition to classic cheer songs, there were tracks that support club practice and ones that boost your motivation—covering a wide range of styles. If you’re thinking, “I want to be obsessed with basketball!” or “I want to focus on practice!” try playing these as background music to lift your spirits.