Recommended for elementary school girls! A collection of cheer songs that will liven up karaoke

Never say neverFukuhara Ayaka

[Deremas] Never say never – Rin Shibuya LIVE (English Captions)

As the title suggests, it’s a motivational song that directly tells you the importance of never giving up.

It also reminds you that failure always comes with any challenge, so instead of getting discouraged each time, looking forward is actually the quickest way ahead.

It makes you want to keep running toward your goals for the long haul.

Twilight SkyAoki Ruriko

Twilight Sky – Ruriko Aoki, Aimi [Idolm@ster 10th Anniversary Live] 1080p

It’s a motivational song that tells you no one gets everything right from the start and that failure is inevitable.

It teaches that failure always comes before success, and that no one is completely spotless or free from insults.

It’s one of those songs I’d love for you to listen to when you’re feeling down after a setback.

If it’s not a dream, then what is it?Little Glee Monster

If it's not a dream, then what is it?

It’s a message song that gives you the power to live for tomorrow.

Released in May 2025 by Little Glee Monster, it was selected as the ending theme for the TV anime “Rock Is a Lady’s Accomplishment.” The sincere vocals that feel as if they speak directly to the listener’s heart and the lyrics that portray honest emotions leave a strong impression.

The lyrics carry a universal theme that gently supports the worries and doubts everyone faces.

When you want to reexamine your true self, this song is sure to have your back.

RunLittle Glee Monster

『Run』 – Little Glee Monster

A positive cheer song born from the collaboration between Meiji Probio Yogurt R-1 and Little Glee Monster.

It delivers a powerful message about the courage to take the first step and the importance of striving toward dreams and goals.

The six members’ overwhelming vocal prowess and harmonies weave a youthful story brimming with energy and hope.

Included on the album “Ambitious,” released in March 2025, it was selected to support new first-year students as they begin their new lives.

Its driving rhythm and uplifting melody are perfect for moments when many people move in unison.

An ideal track for exit music at sports festivals and field days, it’s a song that lets everyone share a refreshing sense of exhilaration.

DREAMERIkuta Rira

DREAMER

A gem of a mid-tempo ballad whose burning passion and single-minded pursuit of a dream strikes straight to the heart.

Lila Ikuta returns to her roots as an artist, expressing her love for music and her determination in unembellished, down-to-earth words.

Written as an insert song for the drama “Paripi Kōmei” and later self-covered for release in March 2025 as part of the album Hyakka Ryoran, the track weaves the struggles and growth of those who love music into a gently enveloping melody, letting their powerful longing for their dreams resonate deeply.

It’s a song of support that gives a push to students immersed in practice and warmly stands by their efforts—one we hope you’ll play during training scenes for sports days and athletic festivals.

Yo-kai Exercise No. 1Dream5

Yo-kai Watch: Yokai Exercise No. 1

It’s the theme song of the hugely popular anime Yo-kai Watch.

It was a track that many people across Japan imitated.

Its distinctive dance also became a nationwide fad, and it’s known as one of the defining songs of the 2010s.

With its message that “it’s all the yokai’s fault,” this song is sure to make you forget your worries.

frecklesJUDY AND MARY

Freckles – JUDY AND MARY (Full)

A signature song by the band JUDY AND MARY, who still enjoy enduring popularity.

It served as the opening theme for the TV anime Rurouni Kenshin.

This masterpiece sharply captures a girl’s feelings.

It speaks for a girl who shows both bravado and vulnerability.