[B.LEAGUE] A Collection of Japanese Songs That Hype Up the B.League [Theme Tracks]
Basketball is a sport that has been drawing increasing attention in recent years, with Japanese players thriving in American professional leagues and the excitement building as an Olympic event.
There are surely many people who are captivated by the fast-paced games.
In Japan, the Japan Professional Basketball League, commonly known as the B.LEAGUE, was established in 2015 by merging the two existing professional leagues.
Since then, top professional players have been battling it out intensely day after day.
In this article, we’ve put together a roundup of the B.LEAGUE’s official theme songs over the years, as well as Japanese tracks that players listen to in order to boost their concentration.
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[B.LEAGUE] A Compilation of Japanese Songs that Energize the B.League [Theme Songs] (1–10)
I’m The One ft. Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance the Rapper, Lil WayneDJ Khaled
A star-studded lineup comes together on DJ Khaled’s track! It’s a collaboration featuring popular artists including Justin Bieber, released in April 2017.
The song is included on DJ Khaled’s tenth studio album, “Grateful.” Its confident lyrics and captivating melody leave a strong impression.
It topped charts in various countries and earned multiple platinum certifications, becoming a worldwide hit.
Just listening to it makes you feel like you can be a success yourself.
It’s sure to boost the players’ motivation if played before a B.LEAGUE game!
one thousand percentKICK THE CAN CREW
Its energetic rhythm and positive message really strike a chord! It’s a track by KICK THE CAN CREW, included on their album “KICK!” released in August 2017.
While it isn’t the official theme song of Japan’s professional men’s basketball league, the B.LEAGUE, its exhilarating sound conjures images of players sprinting across the court.
The lyrics, which sing about believing in yourself and moving forward together with your teammates, offer strength not only for basketball but for everyone working hard in their daily lives.
Listen to it during your morning jog or on your commute to school or work, and you’re sure to kick off a wonderful day.
BREAKOUTFlowBack
The theme song for the 2017–18 season was created by FlowBack, a dance-vocal group that began activities in 2013.
With an aggressive track reminiscent of hip-hop layered with cool rap and sing-along elements, the song has an energizing vibe that’s perfect for basketball games.
The lyrics focus on pushing forward with a relentless drive to win, giving the song a passionate feel that suits not only basketball but also serves well as a support anthem for other sports.
[B.LEAGUE] Compilation of Japanese Songs That Hype Up the B.League [Theme Songs] (11–20)
FIGHT DUB CLUB feat. J-REXXX, RUEEDAli
ALI, a band known for their captivating style that blends a variety of genres such as funk, Latin, and hip-hop, has had their track featuring reggae singers J-REXXX and RUEED selected as the theme song for the B.LEAGUE 2020–21 season.
It opens with an intro highlighted by a funky horn section, while the chorus features an irresistible, Latin-inspired beat that makes both your heart and body want to dance.
Be sure to pay attention to the rap performances by J-REXXX and RUEED laid over ALI’s tightly packed, signature sound!
SOUL BANGIN’Kubota Toshinobu
SOUL BANGIN’ is a 1999 track by Toshinobu Kubota, memorable for its upbeat, irresistibly danceable melody.
In 2017, it was reworked as “SOUL BANGIN’ ~B.LEAGUE EARLY CUP Version~” and chosen as the theme song for the B.League Early Cup.
The original lyrics already conveyed the mindset of basketball players striving for greater heights, but the 2017 version was revised to evoke the atmosphere of an actual game even more strongly.
With its driving groove, the song gently eases the tension of a high-stakes match while warmly encouraging the players as they push for victory.
JAM fo’freedom（SASUKE Remix）Kubota Toshinobu + SASUKE + RUN THE FLOOR
“JAM fo’ freedom,” included on Toshinobu Kubota’s 2019 album “BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE,” was selected as the official theme song for the B.LEAGUE 2019–20 season.
It’s a groovy dance track that’s quintessentially Kubota, and just listening to it lifts your spirits.
The lyrics, which seem to portray athletes who are always striving for greater heights, are also a perfect fit for a theme song that energizes basketball.
Our Futureieiri reo
This piece, with its refreshing vocals that resonate in your chest and conjure up a clear blue sky, is a song by singer-songwriter Leo Ieiri.
It was released in 2016.
The way the arrangement gradually builds toward the chorus makes it perfect for watching sports games.
It was also used as the theme song for the Nippon TV Saturday drama “Omukae Desu.” In this song, Leo Ieiri sings about hope for the future and bonds with friends.
It’ll make you want to cheer along with the music! If you listen to it when you’re feeling down, it might lift your spirits.