[Culture and School Festival Songs] A curated selection of popular and hit songs to brighten up your venues and events!

Run, SAKAMOTOVaundy

Run, SAKAMOTO / Vaundy: Music Video

A song with a powerful rock sound and dynamic development, written specifically as the opening theme for the TV anime SAKAMOTO DAYS.

The melody woven by Vaundy and the lyrics expressing a strong drive to move forward brilliantly capture the way of life of the protagonist, Taro Sakamoto.

Released in January 2025, this track is perfect for moments when you want to unite everyone’s feelings—such as a school festival opening or a sports day entrance march.

Its exhilarating sound and empowering message are sure to elevate the atmosphere of any event.

Last Party Never End feat. Tiji Jojo, YZERR, Yellow Pato & VingoBAD HOP

BAD HOP – Last Party Never End feat. Tiji Jojo, YZERR, Yellow Pato & Vingo(Official Video)

The new song by BAD HOP, one of Japan’s leading hip-hop crews, can be called the culmination of their work as they approach disbandment.

Centered on a theme of a lavish, flashy lifestyle, it portrays a never-ending party.

Produced by the popular JIGG, it features striking beats and a memorable melody line.

Released in February 2024, the track generated major buzz among fans.

A music video has also been released, showcasing a luxurious party scene set against the Tokyo night skyline.

Depicting fun times with friends and moments of celebrating success, this piece is perfect as background music for school festivals or as a dance track.

It’s a highly recommended song for high school students as well.

VSBLUE ENCOUNT

BLUE ENCOUNT 'VS' Music Video [TV Tokyo Anime 'Gintama' Porori Arc Opening Theme]

This track captivates with its energetic, passionate vibe.

BLUE ENCOUNT’s emotional rock sound bursts forth, delivering a powerful message that resonates with a strong will to face adversity.

Released in November 2017, it was also used as the opening theme for the anime Gintama: Porori-hen.

It’s a perfect song for students breaking out of their shell and moving forward.

Sing it with your friends on the stage at your school or cultural festival and fire up the crowd!

Never Be AloneBecky Hill, Sonny Fodera

Becky Hill, Sonny Fodera – Never Be Alone (Official Video)

It’s a dance track in collaboration with Becky Hill.

Released in January 2024, it reached No.

8 on the UK Dance Chart.

Born from experiences during lockdown, the song expresses hope for breaking free from loneliness.

The sound, influenced by bass house and electro house, is super groovy! It could make for a cool booth setup if used as BGM at a school festival.

Of course, you could also hype up the festival stage with singing and dancing like Becky Hill! Let’s get the crowd going with this energetic number that fits any fun moment at a school festival!

LighterGalantis, David Guetta, & 5 Seconds of Summer

Galantis, David Guetta, & 5 Seconds of Summer – Lighter (Official Music Video)

The definitive dance track to fire up any school festival! Starting with moving strings, followed by a catchy chorus and an exultant beat, this sound grabs everyone’s hearts in an instant.

Luke Hemmings’s vocals further elevate the song’s appeal, making it perfect for events from spring into summer.

Released on March 1, 2024, this piece explores universal themes of the bond with a loved one and the hope to overcome hardships.

It’s a stylish track that’s also great for dance club performances.

Let’s all dance and make unforgettable memories of our youth!

WhateverKygo, Ava Max

Kygo, Ava Max – Whatever (Official Video)

A dance track created by a popular DJ from Norway teaming up with an American songstress! Released in January 2024, this pop tune sings about the strength to overcome heartbreak.

Kygo’s tropical sound blends perfectly with Ava Max’s soaring vocals.

The chorus is super catchy—you’ll find yourself humming along.

It’s making waves worldwide, even hitting No.

1 on Norway’s VG-lista chart! It’s guaranteed to hype up any school festival as background music, too.

The song is also perfect for a dance performance, so it’s highly recommended for the stage!

IllusionMY FIRST STORY ✕ HYDE

MY FIRST STORY × HYDE – “MUGEN” (from Anime “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba”) Official Music Video

This collaboration between MY FIRST STORY and HYDE was chosen as the opening theme for the Hashira Training Arc of the anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba.

Its powerful vocals and energetic sound are striking, brilliantly capturing the story’s tension and the characters’ growth.

Released digitally in May 2024, the song generated major buzz among both anime and music fans.

Hiro from MY FIRST STORY commented that collaborating with HYDE was a great honor.

It’s a perfect track for bands performing at school festivals or for those looking for dance BGM.

If you want to hype up your venue, be sure to check it out!