Club Activity Youth Songs: Motivational Anthems and Timeless Tracks of Memories with Teammates

Many students would probably say, “The thing I’m most devoted to in school life is my club activities!” For those of you who feel that way, it might not be an exaggeration to call club activities your entire youth.

But when you’re giving it your all, there will be times when you face hardships and tough moments.

And when you support each other with your clubmates and overcome various trials and challenges, you’ll experience deep emotion and a powerful sense of achievement! In this article, we’ll introduce a wealth of popular Japanese songs that will add color to the youth burning bright in club activities.

From motivational anthems to songs about bonds, it’s a must-listen collection of classics.

Playlist

Club Activity Youth Songs: Motivational Anthems and Timeless Tracks of Memories with Teammates
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	50%Ofisharu Higedan Dism		Let’s live cherishing ourselves—an anthem of encouragement
2	ApollodorusMrs. GREEN APPLE		An anthem of sports and youth, the strength to overcome adversity
3	ANTENNAMrs. GREEN APPLE		A refreshing song that colors youth—move forward as yourself
4	hundreds of millions of light-yearsOmoinotake		A moving love song that sings of love and bonds.
5	Is youth embarrassing, or is it youth if it’s embarrassing?Ryokushokushakai		An inspiring song about young people sprinting full speed through their youth
6	Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI		SEKAI NO OWARI’s uplifting anime theme song
7	lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE		The courage to move forward without losing your true self
8	maximum speedSHISHAMO		An anthem of encouragement that captures the headlong rush of youth and lights the flame of hope
9	StaRtMrs. GREEN APPLE		A high-energy, fast-paced song to cheer on your new life
10	Standing on stageYOASOBI		YOASOBI’s sports anthem depicts the challenge of pursuing a dream.
11	Perfect-Sense DreamerONE OK ROCK		An ardent anthem of youth—advance toward your dreams!
12	migratory bird[Alexandros]		A band that delivers hope through modern rock
13	Soul RevolutionSuperfly		A song of courage to cheer on soccer
14	treasurewacci		A classic song filled with gratitude to mark retirement from a school club
15	together; along with; bothWANIMA		A song of gratitude cheering on those who give their all
16	ImaginationSPYAIR		A fiery volleyball anime theme song with a message of moving forward
17	One moreFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		Funky Monkey’s Youth Fight Song
18	FateOfisharu Higedan Dism		The smash-hit song that delivers youth, 'Fate'
19	If you laugh at the skywacci		wacci is popular for their poignant lyrics that depict everyday life.
20	flying boatKing Gnu		Youth shines with gritty determination and a fervent heartbeat.
21	ECHOLittle Glee Monster		Little Glee Monster’s cheer song is on fire!
22	Because I’ve always loved you.neguse.		A moving high school baseball cheer song that conveys the importance of perseverance.
23	flash[Alexandros]		Song of Resolve and Hope for a New World
24	GO!!!FLOW		A youth anthem chasing dreams, together with friends
25	Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE		A classic song that captures the brilliance of youth and the memories of summer.
26	Starting OverDISH//		DISH//'s 'Starting Over' sings of the bonds of friendship
27	CHEERSMrs. GREEN APPLE		A song that reminds me of a friend’s troubles from club activities
28	one’s true feelingssumika		An inspiring cheer song that resonates with student club members’ hearts: sumika’s “Hon’ne” (True Feelings)
29	Miracle of BondsMAN WITH A MISSION×milet		A moving song that fuses rock and vocals
30	Horse and deerYonezu Kenshi		Kenshi Yonezu's 'Horse and Deer,' an emotionally rich masterpiece
31	Pride RevolutionCHiCO with HoneyWorks		CHiCO’s theme song for the anime Gintama is hot.
32	ultra soulB’z		With the fiery rock of youth, the courage to challenge your dreams
33	Fanfaresumika		Introduction to sumika's refreshing rock songs
34	horizonback number		A heartwarming classic by back number, the anthem for the high school national sports tournament
35	rivalShonan no Kaze		A coming-of-age song portraying the competition and bonds with clubmates
36	Bond.haji→		A friendship song about meeting through a club and nurturing bonds
37	ultramarineYOASOBI		YOASOBI’s masterpiece that portrays youth and art
38	OmoidamaKanjani∞		An inspiring song that cheers on the spirit of not giving up
39	HappinessAI		Memories with friends are treasures of the heart.
40	What We Got ~A Miracle Is You~King&Prince		Encouraging the courage to pursue dreams through song
41	PRIDE OF LIONSSPYAIR		Supporting the youth and challenges of Nippon Sport Science University students
42	OH！SHISHAMO		An exhilarating cheer song that sings about memories of school club activities
43	comeback winnerJanīzu WEST		An uplifting comeback song to listen to when you're about to give up
44	airshipsaidāgāru		The exhilarating rock of Cidergirl, awakening dreams
45	AuroraBUMP OF CHICKEN		A youth anthem brimming with hope and exhilaration
46	Decisive Battle SpiritCHiCO with HoneyWorks		A passionate cheer song infused with a spirit of challenge
47	Wasted NightsONE OK ROCK		An inspiring, passionate rock song by ONE OK ROCK
48	Bloom with a pop, scatter, and turn to ashCreepy Nuts		The theme song of the National High School Baseball Invitational gives courage.
49	OrangeSPYAIR		Haikyu!! theme song that sings of bonds with teammates and courage
50	We’ve gotta do what seems impossible.Sambomasutā		An anthem to cheer on a friend devoted to their club activities, uplifting the heart
51	Critical HitRADWIMPS		A song of courage to keep waiting for your chance without giving up
52	You, the Sheep, and the BlueRADWIMPS		RADWIMPS’s powerful song gives me a push
53	Thunderous applauseLiSA		FIFA World Cup theme song: LiSA’s fiery track
54	An Anthem to Encourage the Talented and TroubledBUMP OF CHICKEN		BOC’s anthem of support for those who struggle with their talents
55	A dream within a dreamberii guddoman		A heartwarming ballad that cheers on hardworking friends
56	Rain, then Sunshine Hallelujahyuzu		After the Rain, Hallelujah, the theme song of Gochisousan
57	MiracleGReeeeN		A youth anthem cheering on high school baseball: 'Kiseki'
58	The sun in your heartMACK JACK		A music group from Jamaica sings a baseball cheer song.
59	The Zero Sense10-FEET		A fast-paced, uplifting rock track for a movie theme song
60	peace signYonezu Kenshi		Yonezu Kenshi’s hero anthem that resonates with student club members
61	The First Steprakkuraifu		Introduction to Luck Life's exhilarating rock songs
62	Full-throttle BoySukima Suichi		An anthem of youth: the spirit of facing forward and moving ahead
63	Starting Oversumika		A coming-of-age song by the youth-popular band sumika
64	pupilŌhara Sakurako		Sakurako Ohara’s uplifting song “Hitomi” portrays athletes chasing their dreams
65	StardomKing Gnu		A cheer song that celebrates effort and hope, supporting the heart
66	Connect!Misaka Saki		High school soccer cheer song, Misaka Saki’s moving piece
67	Someday, these tearsLittle Glee Monster		The High School Soccer Championship cheer song is an emotional youth anthem.
68	dramaticBase Ball Bear		The opening theme of the baseball anime “Oofuri” is a refreshing rock song.
69	Even if, even ifRyokushokushakai		A cheer song that Ryokuoushoku Shakai dedicates to high school baseball players
70	to be swayed between joy and sorrow; to alternate between elation and despair; to get elated and then depressed over every little thingKyūso Nekokami		A baseball cheer song that colors the youth of club activities
71	If I had been living aloneSUPER BEAVER		An inspiring rock song that conveys the importance of connecting with others
72	gg resplendent10-FEET		10-FEET’s baseball theme song, packed with fiery messages
73	PRAY.makaroni enpitsu		A heartwarming song by Macaroni Empitsu that inspires emotion and courage
74	CONTINUEUmeda Saifā		A coming-of-age song that portrays the courage to face adversity
75	companion; comrade; friend; fellow; teammate; allyKetsumeishi		A masterpiece that makes you feel the importance of companionship.
76	GloriousBE:FIRST		National High School Soccer Cheer Song, Song of Dreams and Hope
77	Believe in yourselfAbe Mao		A song of courage to live as yourself
78	Soldier, run.B’z		An uplifting cheer song that gives you a push with powerful vocals
79	Que sera, seraMrs. GREEN APPLE		The famous song by the rock band Mrs. GREEN APPLE
80	Live in the present.Saucy Dog		A song of courage to live fully in the present
81	Kokoroeroodo obu mejyaa		A song that fires you up and brings back memories of club activities.
82	room for growthCreepy Nuts		A song that gives you the courage to grow beyond your limits
83	STAND-ALONEAimer		Aimer’s “STAND-ALONE” is a song that resonates with the heart.
84	Bridge of Gloryyuzu		An anthem of support that believes in the brilliance beyond effort
85	A view I’ve never seen beforeSuda Masaki		Masaki Suda’s cheer song—a powerful anthem about facing forward and moving ahead
86	TalentSabasusutā		An anthem of encouragement for high school students: Believe in your hidden potential
87	Kitearashi		An Arashi song that gently cheers on your hard-working self
88	LOVE ROCKETSThe Birthday		An exhilarating rock song that passionately looks forward
89	sasanqua (Camellia sasanqua)SEKAI NO OWARI		Pyeongchang Olympics theme song: SEKAI’s message song
90	paper airplanesuis from Yorushika × Evan Call		A message song that conveys my feelings in a letter
91	Dear, boyHump Back		A powerful song that supports young people pursuing their dreams
92	Horse of YouthHinatazaka46		Hinatazaka46’s youth anthem, a club-activities cheer song
93	againstYamamoto Aya		Sayanee’s passionate cheer song, taking on challenges with friends
94	DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE		An anthem that embraces the anxieties of youth, helping you find your true self.
95	Your FriendWEAVER		A moving cheer song that portrays the power of friendship
96	I want to keep it dramatic.BALLISTIK BOYZ from EXILE TRIBE		A seven-member group in which all members also serve as vocalists.
97	PhotographATSUSHI×Tōkyō Sukaparadaisu Ōkesutora		EXILE ATSUSHI is the theme song for Koshien
98	MomentLeina		A cheering song that supports high school students’ club activities
99	earnest desireSUPER BEAVER		A famous song by SUPER BEAVER that sings about the importance of human relationships
100	On Your SideSuperfly		A classic with warm vocals that cheer on school clubs
101	Eternal BlueHitsuji Bungaku		Exhilarating music that colors the youth of Hitsujibungaku
102	Rock ★ with youFirosofī no Dansu		The official World Cup support song that sings of challenge and growth
103	Song Not to Forgetmakaroni enpitsu		A powerful song that sings of youthful struggles and hope
104	TouchIwasaki Yoshimi		The classic song “Touch,” perfect for cheering on school clubs
105	Outlineimase		A powerful song that portrays the growth and hopes of young people
106	A bouquet for meAdo		Ado’s new song: a message of self-affirmation and courage
107	Shine in a commonplace waykessoku bando		The importance of companionship and empathy for growth
108	I should be able to fly in the sky too.supittsu		The moving power of Spitz’s signature song “Sora mo Toberu Hazu”
109	C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK		ONE OK ROCK’s songs that sing of youth and the courage to face the future
110	GREEN DAYSMakihara Noriyuki		The theme song by Noriyuki Makihara that depicts youth
111	Can DoGRANRODEO		GRANRODEO’s fiery rock song
112	JUMPIkuta Rira		YOASOBI’s Ikuta Lila, a rousing fight song
113	I’m a BelieverSPYAIR		Courage to believe in dreams under SPYAIR’s new lineup
114	Stand by Methe peggies		You're not alone—let's fight together!
115	A flower that blooms in blueZa Moaizuyū		A refreshing rock song with a youth theme
116	youthSukima Suichi		Youth of my school days, a pleasant song of youth
117	(RE)PLAYMiura Daichi		Becoming one with dance through a lively (RE)PLAY
118	winding roadNovelbright		A coming-of-age anthem that cheers on the journey from boyhood to adulthood
119	Listen feat.Avril LavigneONE OK ROCK		A masterpiece by ONE OK ROCK that depicts friendship and dreams
120	Tsunage KizunaTHE RAMPAGE		THE RAMPAGE heats things up with the World Championship theme song
121	DiverPorukadotto Sutingurei		An anthem of support for overcoming adversity and pursuing dreams
122	ALONESAqua Timez		ALONES: A hopeful rock song for those struggling with club activities
123	rainbowFukuyama Masaharu		Theme song of 'Water Polo Boys' brimming with emotion and exhilaration
124	SING ALONE GOODammo		Baseball Tournament Theme Song, Cheer Song of Hope
125	Because the sun will rise againRyokushokushakai		A heartwarming theme song that depicts hope and courage
126	Helloyama × bocchiboromaru		Cheering Song by yama and Bocchi Boromaru
127	Opening DeclarationNovelbright		A powerful anthem of encouragement that passionately depicts the dreams of youth
128	Kono Yubi Tomareyosugala		yosugala's new theme song of bonds
129	It starts here!DREAMS COME TRUE		A cheer song for an ekiden theme
130	Friendswacci		wacci song depicts friendship
131	AcaciaBUMP OF CHICKEN		A heartwarming anthem of support that sings of friendship and hope
132	MajesticB’z		The feelings conveyed by speaking words and through a heartwarming song
133	Go for it!Urufuruzu		A signature song by Ulfuls—funky and encouraging.
134	Make dreams your allyayaka		Ayaka’s singing voice encourages and saves youth.
135	TOMORROWMayo Okamoto		The courage to overcome tears of frustration and believe in the future
136	SunMy Hair is Bad		An inspiring song themed around high school baseball
137	ArigatoAndrop		androp’s Koshien theme song “Arigato”
138	Bring it on, youth!Kobushi Fakutorī		A youth anthem that powerfully supports challenges at critical moments
139	Dokimeki Diaryasmi feat. Chinozo		The opening theme song of the new Pokémon anime
140	superstarKetsumeishi		The importance of letting hidden talents shine
141	Youth and a momentmakaroni enpitsu		A song that portrays the brilliance of youth and the importance of friendship
142	Start to shine and run forwardSambomasutā		A song of courage to pursue one’s true self and move toward hope
143	DREAMERIkuta Rira		A gem of a mid-tempo ballad whose passion for chasing dreams and unwavering devotion strikes the heart
144	Feathers of the SphereSukima Suichi		Face forward and do your best—fly toward your dreams!
145	FRIENDS!!!imase		A heartwarming song that portrays the importance of friendship
146	Friends Friends FriendsMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto		A warm song with the theme of eternal friendship
147	miracleSuga Shikao		Singing the passionate cheers of Koshien and the fervor of the ballplayers
148	summer squallarashi		Arashi’s moving song cheering on the Summer Koshien
149	Self-revolutionSHISHAMO		SHISHAMO's new song, anime opening theme
150	A fight song to cheer you onTHE FRANK VOX		An encouraging song to cheer on club activities
151	Gate of GloryHirai Dai		Dai Hirai's high school baseball theme song sings of youth
152	Start to 0 (Love)ayaka		A song that gives you the courage to get back up after failure
153	One Heartatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu		Back-to-school support song that boosts self-esteem
154	HAPPYHY		A song that evokes happy memories
155	brand-newKANA-BOON		A famous KANA-BOON song about thinking of the person you’re aiming for
156	Extraordinary day&TEAM		Marathon theme song: supporting bonds and challenges
157	Spring SwallowHey! Say! JUMP		Hey! Say! JUMP spring cheer song
158	Bring it on, spring.non		A rock number cheering on a new step forward
159	voice change&TEAM		A coming-of-age song that depicts the emotions of adolescence.
160	CathartistRADWIMPS		An inspiring song that supports achieving sports goals
161	CHANGEFukuhara Miho		An energetic song with overwhelming vocal power that resonates in the heart
162	A victorious smile with youUkasukaji		A youthful song that sings of bonds with friends and the courage to take on challenges
163	Buzz Off[Alexandros]		Refresh your mood with powerful songs by [Alexandros]
164	GRADUATIONSBACK-ON		A graduation song that sings of friendship and the courage to face the future
165	I am the strongest.Ado		A cheer song that sings of dreams and hope
166	THE BALLERSSixTONES		SixTONES' sports theme song
167	SignalWANIMA		A fiery rock song that cheers on youth
168	Let’s give it a tryWANIMA		An anthem that gives you the courage to move forward
169	As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE		Courage for those who keep hitting a wall despite their best efforts
170	Kinnikuman HeroEndō Masaaki		Masaaki Endoh’s soul-stirring cry: a burning hero’s anthem of justice and friendship
171	DiamondKobukuro		An encouraging song about striving toward your goals, “Diamond.”
172	Never ending dreamerLittle Glee Monster		A Koshien theme song that portrays youth and hope
173	FLASHPerfume		“FLASH” is a song I listen to before club activities—it gives me courage!
174	SUMMER DAYSDo As Infinity		Energizing summer songs to etch into a page of your youth