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

Not fleetingSUPER BEAVER

SUPER BEAVER “Not Ephemeral” MV (Theme song for the film ‘Tokyo Revengers 2: Bloody Halloween Arc -Decisive Battle-’)

This is a gem of a song imbued with the protagonist’s determination to face the past and save someone dear.

With a melody and lyrics that sink into the heart, it expresses the preciousness of life and living, while questioning the meaning of living in the present and the bonds with loved ones.

Created by SUPER BEAVER in June 2023, it is also included on the album “Ongaku” (Music).

The track was selected as the theme song for the film “Tokyo Revengers 2: Bloody Halloween Arc – Decisive Battle.” If played during the climax of a school cultural festival, it will surely leave a lasting impression as a song that conveys the bonds between friends and hope for the future.

Small RevolutionSUPER BEAVER

SUPER BEAVER “Small Revolution” Music Video

It’s the courage to unleash what’s in your heart that fuels those first small steps in life.

This fiery rock number carries that message.

It’s an anthem that gives a powerful push to anyone who secretly longs to “change” or “move forward” but can’t quite find the courage.

Included on the album Music and used as an insert song for the TV Asahi drama Mars: Zero no Kakumei, the track was also selected for a mass-sing-along segment on TBS’s music special Ongaku no Hi 2024.

Why not perform it with your friends at a club or society showcase, or on your school festival stage?

GONGSixTONES

SixTONES – GONG [YouTube ver.]

A powerful rock number that belts out the resolve to face adversity and the bonds with comrades, bursting from a fierce siren-like guitar riff into a blistering, fast-paced beat! The vocal relay makes full use of SixTONES’ distinctive vocal timbres, and the lyrics—depicting an unyielding will to never give up—are truly stirring.

Released as a double A-side single in July 2024, it was featured as an insert song in the NTV Sunday drama “ACMA:GAME.” It’s a highly recommended cheer song that will give you a push during moments when you unite with your teammates toward a goal—whether in practice, matches, or preparing for a school festival.

THE BALLERSSixTONES

SixTONES – THE BALLERS [YouTube ver.]

A high-energy cheer song that brilliantly fuses the heat of youth with the dynamism of sports! A track included on the album “GOLD,” released in January 2025, has been chosen as the official theme song for the B.League basketball 2024–25 season.

As SixTONES’ first sports song, it strikingly portrays overcoming adversity and fighting with all your might as a team toward a shared goal.

The spirit of never giving up and the hunger for victory resonate alongside an exhilarating, upbeat sound.

Also recommended as BGM for school festivals and for dance performances!

BREAKOUTSnow Man

Snow Man「BREAKOUT」Music Video

A rock tune by Snow Man that expresses a life-or-death resolve to protect a loved one, set to powerful guitar riffs and a vibrant, driving beat.

With its exhilarating sound and energetic dance performance, it inspires courage and hope in the face of adversity.

Released in July 2024, the song serves as the theme for the film “Akabane Honoko’s Bodyguard,” starring member Raul, and its high-impact music video—shot over the course of more than 14 hours in total—also generated buzz.

It’s the perfect track to create an uplifting atmosphere at school festivals and cultural events, or to cheer on friends striving toward their dreams.

slow…Snow Man

Snow Man「slow…」Music Video

An impressive track that fuses a fantastical worldview with a refined R&B rhythm.

The lyrics, depicting someone confronting their reflection in the mirror while searching for pride and identity, resonate deeply as a story of self-discovery.

Featured on the album “i DO ME,” released in May 2023, it also received a music video on YouTube in April of the same year.

It’s a recommended dance number for those unsure what to choose for a cultural or school festival performance.

Dance it as a group and you’re sure to captivate the audience!

Be kind to othersTHE BLUE HEARTS

Hito ni Yasashiku – The Blue Hearts (Be Kind to People)

This is a powerful anthem that resonates most when facing hardship and setbacks.

A straight-from-the-heart cheer is delivered in a powerhouse vocal that feels like it’s leaping from the mic.

While acknowledging the reality that kindness alone isn’t enough to love someone, it carefully depicts the genuine compassion that arises from that truth.

This signature piece of THE BLUE HEARTS was born in February 1987 as an independently produced single.

In 2002, it was also used as an insert song for a Fuji TV drama, moving many listeners.

Play it on a school festival stage, and the entire venue will surely unite in a shared spirit of “Hang in there.” With its driving sound, it’s a song that will set the hearts of your bandmates and audience ablaze.