[Fighting Spirit] Fired up! Spotlight on entrance themes of fighters and martial artists

Flying BAK-69

AK-69 – 「Flying B」（Official Video）

Kokusei Kagawa is a promising young fighter who made his RIZIN debut in 2019, known for his aggressive fighting style.

The track he uses as his entrance song, Flying B, is a signature work that captures AK-69’s musical evolution, expressing a resolve for independence and a new challenge.

It reflects the emotions surrounding the founding of his own management company, conveyed through powerful rap and grand production.

Released in 2016 as his major-label debut single, the song was also included on the album DAWN.

A collaboration featuring Fat Joe also drew attention, and at the MTV Video Music Awards Japan it won Best Hip Hop Video.

It’s a perfect anthem for fighters stepping onto a new stage, and a masterpiece recommended for anyone facing a turning point in life.

Stay GoldHi-STANDARD

Hi-STANDARD – Stay Gold [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

Yoshiya Uza-tsuyo, a standout fighter, has chosen as his entrance theme a track from Hi-STANDARD—one of Japan’s leading punk rock bands—featured on their 1999 album “MAKING THE ROAD.” The song reflects on dreams and memories that risk being buried in everyday life, while emphasizing the importance of continuing to shine.

It’s characterized by a driving, fast-paced melody and powerful performance.

Carrying words of encouragement from a loved one, it conveys a message about preserving a pure heart.

As one of Hi-STANDARD’s signature songs, it’s a fan favorite frequently performed live.

20th Century BoyT-REX

T.Rex – 20th Century Boy (Full Version) [HD]

Haruo Ochi, who chose this song—nothing short of a monument of glam rock—as his entrance theme, has long battled in the RIZIN ring as a veteran fighter from Pancrase.

Released in March 1973 by T.

Rex led by Marc Bolan, this work is a hard rock masterpiece woven from a simple yet searing guitar riff, an alluring melody, and thick choral work.

A classic that peaked at No.

3 on the UK singles chart, it regained the spotlight in 1991 when it was used in a Levi’s commercial, climbing back up to No.

13.

It also boasts the intriguing fact that it was recorded at Toshiba’s studio in Japan, and as a walkout song for combat sports, it delivers unrivaled power and coolness.

Yeah! (ft. Lil Jon, Ludacris)Usher

Usher – Yeah! (Official Video) ft. Lil Jon, Ludacris

A landmark smash hit released in 2004 by Usher in collaboration with Lil Jon and Ludacris, which spent 12 consecutive weeks at No.

1 on the U.S.

Billboard charts.

Blending crunk and R&B, the track portrays a man’s temptation and inner conflict in the club, combining Usher’s smooth vocals, Lil Jon’s high-energy shouts, and Ludacris’s skillful rap to perfect effect.

Its brisk rhythm and uplifting vibe make it an ideal entrance theme for Ryusei, powerfully stoking the fighting spirit.

Featured on the soundtrack of the film Hitch, it remains a beloved classic to this day—an irresistible anthem for fans of club music and hip-hop.

If you’re hereAsakura Mirai

Mikuru Asakura - “If You’re Here” - OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO

As stars from the world of combat sports venture into music, Mikuru Asakura’s artist debut track, released in November 2021, is “Kimi ga Ireba” (If You’re Here).

The lyrics straightforwardly express pure love for someone special, powerfully conveying a man’s determination to protect the one he loves with all his might.

Directed by the creator team CHIMERAZ—who have also worked on Yuri’s songs—the piece features a beautiful melody line that resonates with Japanese listeners.

Asakura’s warm vocals further enhance the song’s appeal.

The track drew significant attention when fighter Koki Akada, known as Playboy, used it as his entrance music.

EVIL J0RDANPlayboi Carti

Playboi Carti – EVIL J0RDAN (Official Visualizer)

A dark and aggressive track released in March 2025 by an Atlanta-born pioneer of trap.

While Jo Hiramoto is known as a fighter drawing attention in RIZIN, his choice of this song is a truly intriguing one.

Featured on the album “MUSIC,” the track is characterized by a heavy 808 bass and eerie strings, with Playboi Carti’s low-register vocals heightening its aggressive atmosphere.

It was also a hot topic for peaking at No.

2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and racking up an astonishing 30.8 million streams in its first week.

In a combat sports walkout, its impact in igniting a fighter’s spirit and instantly elevating the arena’s energy would be immense.

Run Soul Rungurūpu damashii

Run Spirit Run

The entrance song used by veteran mixed martial artist Full Swing Uoi is a track included on the album “Run Tamashii Run,” released in December 2002 by a comic band formed by members of the theater company Otona Keikaku.

The lyrics were written by Kankuro Kudo and the music composed by Taku Tomizawa.

Featuring satirical lyrics themed around diesel cars, the song uniquely portrays environmental issues and urban traffic congestion with humor.

While it’s unusual as a walkout song for combat sports due to its comedic elements, it still does a great job of pumping you up for the fight.