SMAP Support Songs and Popular Songs Ranking [2026]
SMAP, the beloved national male idol group, sadly disbanded in 2016.
Among their songs, their cheer/encouragement anthems have maintained enduring popularity.
This time, we’re highlighting some of their most popular pep songs and presenting them in a ranking.
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SMAP Support Songs and Popular Song Rankings [2026] (1–10)
Energetic SmilesSMAP8rank/position
Released by SMAP in 1993, this is one of their earlier tracks and has a distinctly idol-like production.
The lyrics can be interpreted both as a cheer song and a love song, making it a gentle piece that feels like it gives you a push forward and stays by your side.
TriangleSMAP9rank/position
Released in 2005 as SMAP’s 38th single.
The song was used as the theme for sports broadcasts on the TV Asahi network (including the Torino Olympics and the WBC) and was also featured in the Tokyo International Women’s Marathon, where Naoko Takahashi won.
It’s a song that stirs feelings of gratitude for being alive and for the people who support you.
Lion HeartSMAP10rank/position
Lion Heart, one of SMAP’s signature songs, is a legendary hit that defined the year 2000.
It was also used as the theme song for the drama Food Fight starring Tsuyoshi Kusanagi.
The harmony that begins with all five members singing together is exquisite.
This is a quintessential SMAP track that became a major hit in 2000.
SMAP Cheer Songs and Popular Song Ranking [2026] (11–20)
sunrise,sunshineSMAP11rank/position
This song is included on SMAP’s 15th album, SMAP 016/MIJ, released in 2003.
It opens with SMAP’s lively rap that still makes their disbandment feel all the more regrettable.
While a close listen reveals it to be a love song, it evokes something beyond just romance.
Can’t Stop!!-LOVING-SMAP12rank/position
SMAP’s debut work, a straightforward song that gives voice to the pure wishes and dreams of youth.
With its refreshing, hope-filled melody and gentle vocals, this piece tenderly embraces the sparkle and possibilities of adolescence.
Released in September 1991, it impressively reached No.
2 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
In December of the same year, the group made their first appearance at the 42nd NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen, marking the first step toward their breakthrough.
It was also used as the ending theme for Beat Takeshi’s TV Tackle, winning love across generations.
Highly recommended for anyone taking a new step forward or wishing to cherish a pure heart.