[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 Fight Songs] Carefully Selected Tournament Theme Songs and Power-Packed Cheer Anthems! (21–30)
Steal The Showtimelesz
A song by timelesz has been selected as the support anthem for basketball broadcasts on Nippon TV.
It’s crafted as a high-energy dance number, with lyrics depicting the process of honing the time and effort invested and the bonds with teammates.
In the rap part written by Fuma Kikuchi, a strong determination to seize the stage is embedded, aligning with Japan’s national basketball team’s slogan of “Shocking the World.” Scheduled for release in November 2025, it will be included on the double A-side single “Steal The Show / Recipe.” It’s the perfect track when you want a boost for taking on a challenge.
MiracleGReeeeN
GReeeeN’s “Kiseki,” released in 2008, was also the theme song for the TBS drama ROOKIES and is recognized by Guinness as the most downloaded song in Japan.
It’s a track that weaves in values cherished in sports, such as “trajectory,” “friendship,” and “effort.” There’s also an official cheer song version for Japan’s men’s and women’s national basketball teams, the Akatsuki Five, titled “Kiseki for Basketballers.”
[Basketball Cheering Songs] A curated selection of tournament theme songs and energizing fight songs! (31–40)
A shape-shifting magical starGRANRODEO
This is one of GRANRODEO’s signature songs, where a powerful rock sound and passionate message stir the heart.
The lyrics are striking for the effective sprinkling of basketball terminology to depict a young person facing their immature feelings of love.
The protagonist’s straightforward resolve to pursue love aligns beautifully with the passion one pours into sports.
Released in February 2014, the track was used as the opening theme for season two of the anime Kuroko’s Basketball and reached No.
10 on the Oricon weekly chart.
It’s a song that encourages not only those in the thick of their youth, but anyone who’s giving their all in sports.
DREAMShimizu Shota
“DREAM” is a support song that stands beside players as they chase their dreams through basketball.
It’s sung by Shota Shimizu and is also known for being used as the ending theme of the drama “The Mysterious Transfer Student.” The lyrics, from the perspective of someone pursuing their dreams, express gratitude to those who support them.
While it’s a love song, it can apply not only to romantic relationships but also to the bonds between players and their families, friends, and supporters.
With its moderately paced R&B style, it’s perfect to play after a game.
Dunk☆Taku Takahashi＆JP THE WAVY
Selected as the official theme song for Japan Post’s 3×3 basketball support project “POST to the FUTURE,” “Dunk” is a collaborative track co-written by ☆Taku Takahashi—active across various projects including m-flo—and rising rapper JP THE WAVY.
It starts off with a bass-heavy, low-tempo groove, then lifts into a more melodic second half, as if the game itself is kicking into gear.
The street-saturated vibe and mellow flow steadily elevate your mood.
It feels like the music helps you push your limits and makes your play click.
There’s even a subtly futuristic touch to it.
To the promised placeUNION
The official cheer song of the bj League team Rising Fukuoka.
It’s a track that lets you relive youth, singing about chasing the ball, drenched in sweat, together with your teammates.
It boosts your drive to head into the future with everything you’ve got.
It also seems perfect for strengthening team unity.
Zero stepGRANRODEO feat. Ono Kenshō
The collaborative song Zero Step by GRANRODEO and Kensho Ono is an exhilarating track with themes of challenge, growth, and overcoming trials.
Released on March 15, 2023, it also drew attention as an anniversary song commemorating the 10th anniversary of the anime Kuroko’s Basketball.
The song celebrates the importance of taking the first step and the courage to face challenges without fear of failure, energizing everyone who listens.
Its fiery rock sound paired with Ono’s lively vocals leaves a strong impression, making it especially recommended when taking on something new—like basketball games or practice.
It’s sure to set your heart on fire.