Popular cheering songs for summer high school baseball and classic brass band tunes that hype up the crowd
High school baseball, which captivates countless fans every year, just wouldn’t be the same without theme songs and brass band cheers, would it?In this article, we’ll introduce recommended tracks associated with the Summer Koshien, selected from a wide range of classics and fan favorites.From trendy J-pop numbers that energize the crowd with brass band performances, to songs that capture the spirit of baseball, and theme tunes from high school baseball programs like Nettō Koshien.We’ve picked out cheering songs that convey heartfelt messages of support to the players.They’re all timeless tunes that at times fire up the ballplayers and at other times warmly lift them up.
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Popular Cheer Songs and Classic Brass Band Tunes That Hype Up Summer High School Baseball (81–90)
Days of Light and ShadowAKB48
This AKB48 song served as the theme for Netto Koshien in 2016.
Its lyrics carry a forward-looking message that truly resonates.
The music video features clips from high school baseball games, capturing the intense passion of the players.
It’s a gentle ballad, yet it fits high school baseball perfectly.
Paradise GalaxyHikaru GENJI
This is the third single by Hikaru GENJI, a male idol group that enjoyed immense popularity from the late 1980s to 1995 and was even called “the last super idol.” Since it was used as the entrance march for the National High School Baseball Invitational Tournament in 1989, it has become a staple cheering song for high school baseball.
Its dazzling pop quality—quintessential idol music—both relaxes players as they head into a game and gives them a boost.
Even in battles you can’t afford to lose, it reminds you to keep a sense of fun, making it a number that energizes the entire venue.
Show TimeShonan no Kaze
This is a track by the reggae unit Shonan no Kaze, characterized by a powerful, heart-stirring sound and lyrics that incorporate sports-themed expressions.
Its energetic spirit, which feels like it’s wholeheartedly cheering on teammates joining forces to take on their goals, makes it a perfect fit for high school baseball scenes.
It has also been used in sports settings, such as in the pre-match video for the J.League club Shonan Bellmare and as the walk-up music for Saitama Seibu Lions player Ginjiro Sumitani.
Rocky Theme
It’s the theme song from the Rocky film series, which debuted in 1976.
Because it strongly evokes the image of a fight, it’s used as an entrance theme by martial artists and boxers and has appeared in many TV programs.
It has also become a staple cheer song in Japanese high school baseball.
summer festivalJITTERIN’JINN
When it comes to classic songs you want to listen to every summer, JITTERIN’JINN’s “Natsu Matsuri” definitely comes to mind! JITTERIN’JINN debuted in 1989, and their popularity took off when they released their signature track “Natsu Matsuri” in 1990.
Packed with words that evoke summer, it’s become a go-to summer anthem for many people.
With its fast tempo and a chorus that gets everyone hyped, it delivers a powerful rock sound.
It’s also often played during key moments in high school baseball games.
RUNNERbakufū suranpu
This is a song by Bakufu Slump released on October 21, 1988.
It was originally created for a member who was leaving the group after this song.
Characterized by its fast-paced rhythm and cheer-like lyrics, it is used as a cheering song for high school baseball and is also used as a cheer song in professional baseball.
Popular Cheer Songs and Classic Brass Band Tunes That Hype Up Summer High School Baseball (91–100)
RPGSEKAI NO OWARI
This is the sixth single by SEKAI NO OWARI, a four-member co-ed band popular for lyrics that span themes from the personal to the global and for their imaginative, fantasy-filled songs that defy conventional roles.
The track was chosen as the theme song for the animated film Crayon Shin-chan: Very Tasty! B-Class Gourmet Survival!!, and, true to its title, its lyrics evoke a role-playing game while the march-style arrangement feels delightful.
Because it features bass drum and hand cymbals, it’s easy to recreate with a brass band, and its positive message makes it perfect as a fight song.
It’s a hopeful number that heightens the sense of adventure in high school baseball.