Ranking of popular sports songs
Sports and music are closely connected, aren’t they?
When you actually play sports yourself, don’t you often listen to music too?
Plus, from the Olympics to each sport’s World Cup, there are always theme songs, and at baseball games, live brass-band fight songs are essential!
In this article, we’ll rank and introduce some of the most popular songs among the many pieces of music related to sports.
If you’re looking for songs that go well with sports, be sure to use this as a reference.
Playlist
| Ranking of popular sports songs | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | Perfect-Sense DreamerONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | The aggressive rock of ONE OK ROCK that advances with a sense-driven approach |
| 2 | Kitearashi |  play_arrow | The Tokyo Olympics theme song “Kite” is moving. |
| 3 | FateOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | High School Baseball Cheer Song, Challenge to the Dream |
| 4 | OrangeSPYAIR |  play_arrow | A classic song that sings of youthful hope and bittersweet longing |
| 5 | One moreFUNKY MONKEY BABYS |  play_arrow | FUNKY MONKEY BABYS' baseball cheering song |
| 6 | Endless JourneyMr.Children |  play_arrow | An endless journey bolsters Fujinami’s comeback |
| 7 | The BeginningONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | A song that searches for the meaning of life and steps forward into the future |
| 8 | Soul RevolutionSuperfly |  play_arrow | A powerful rock number by Superfly |
| 9 | We’ve gotta do what seems impossible.Sambomasutā |  play_arrow | An anthem of support that gives you the courage to keep moving forward without giving up |
| 10 | SMILE ~Like a Clear, Sunlit Sky~Kuwata Keisuke |  play_arrow | Keisuke Kuwata’s song energized the Tokyo Olympics. |
| 11 | together; along with; bothWANIMA |  play_arrow | A high-velocity, passionate cheer song that delivers courage and hope |
| 12 | paprikaFoorin |  | Kenshi Yonezu appeared on the “NHK 20…” in 2018. |
| 13 | Lose YourselfEminem |  play_arrow | The courage to take on the challenge with “Lose Yourself” |
| 14 | CathartistRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | Singing of the bonds with comrades who fight alongside me, together with our ambition… |
| 15 | rainbowTakahashi Yuu |  play_arrow | An inspiring anthem cheering on Yu Takahashi’s challenge |
| 16 | ECHOLittle Glee Monster |  play_arrow | A moving cheer song of the Rugby World Cup |
| 17 | NIPPONShiina Ringo |  play_arrow | The NHK theme song for the Soccer World Cup is fire. |
| 18 | InfernoMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Rock songs by Mrs. GREEN APPLE |
| 19 | Bridge of Gloryyuzu |  play_arrow | A moving ballad that gives a push toward glory |
| 20 | migratory bird[Alexandros] | ![migratory bird[Alexandros]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/O_DLtVuiqhI/default.jpg) play_arrow | Rock that carries the courage to chase dreams and the spirit of challenge |
| 21 | Soldier, run.B’z |  play_arrow | The Lipovitan D cheer song, a powerful singing voice |
| 22 | Lionberii guddoman |  play_arrow | A passionate anthem that celebrates effort and challenge, a song that gives courage |
| 23 | Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | A powerful song that depicts moving forward in an anime opening |
| 24 | peace signYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu’s cheer song becomes a big hit |
| 25 | Wake Me UpAvicii |  play_arrow | Ulka Sasaki: The Fighting Spirit of the Prince of Grappling |
| 26 | MiracleGReeeeN |  play_arrow | An anthem of youth filled with hope and gratitude |
| 27 | The Zero Sense10-FEET |  play_arrow | An inspiring song that sings of passion for basketball and dreams |
| 28 | StardomKing Gnu |  play_arrow | An exhilarating rock song by King Gnu |
| 29 | prideGReeeeN |  play_arrow | GReeeeN's high school baseball cheer song |
| 30 | Kernkraft 400Zombie Nation |  play_arrow | Zombie Nation's iconic 90s techno track |
| 31 | Eye Of The TigerSurvivor |  play_arrow | Survivor’s signature song, the theme of Rocky III |
| 32 | flying boatKing Gnu |  play_arrow | The powerful entrance song of RIZIN fighter Futa Hashimoto |
| 33 | At the End of SorrowElefanto Kashimashi |  play_arrow | Elephant Kashimashi’s life-affirming anthems resonate with the heart. |
| 34 | Full-Power BoySukima Suichi |  play_arrow | Sukima that awakens the passion of youth and a pure heart… |
| 35 | HalationHata Motohiro |  play_arrow | Hata Motohiro’s youth song “Halation” is moving |
| 36 | ultra soulB’z |  play_arrow | A powerful anthem that supports the challenge toward one’s dreams |
| 37 | Kimisidai TrainONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | Encouraging songs by ONE OK ROCK |
| 38 | As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE |  play_arrow | Of course for sports, but also as a cheer song for life… |
| 39 | FLY AGAIN 2019MAN WITH A MISSION |  play_arrow | A fluffy rock with a striking wolf mask… |
| 40 | light standberii guddoman |  play_arrow | Representative cheer song by Berry Goodman |
| 41 | GO FOR IT!!Nishino Kana |  play_arrow | Kana Nishino’s cheer song gives me a push |
| 42 | Let’s give it a tryWANIMA |  play_arrow | An anthem that gives you the courage to move forward |
| 43 | Flying BAK-69 |  play_arrow | A song of fighting spirit that overcomes adversity and pursues dreams |
| 44 | Gate of GloryHirai Dai |  play_arrow | A pop song that cheers on dreams and challenges |
| 45 | Pump It UpEndor |  play_arrow | The ice show program performed by Yuna Nagaoka and Sumito Moriguchi |
| 46 | Don’t give upZARD |  play_arrow | “Don't Give Up” is a classic cheer song. |
| 47 | A Cheer Song Dedicated to YouHIPPY |  play_arrow | HIPPY's fight song gives courage to many people. |
| 48 | Until the World Ends…WANDS |  play_arrow | A classic 90s WANDS hit, the Slam Dunk ending theme |
| 49 | HeroAmuro Namie |  play_arrow | Support for the athletes taking on the Olympics… |
| 50 | MugenPorunogurafiti |  play_arrow | NHK at the 2002 FIFA World Cup… |
| 51 | OtonokeCreepy Nuts |  play_arrow | Creepy Nuts’ Dandadan theme song |
| 52 | THE BALLERSSixTONES |  play_arrow | B.League theme song: a sense of dynamism and a spirit of forward progress |
| 53 | Outlineimase |  play_arrow | Passionate cheering song of the High School Soccer Championship |
| 54 | KoshienFukuyama Masaharu |  play_arrow | Masaharu Fukuyama's Koshien cheering song |
| 55 | summer squallarashi |  play_arrow | A cheer song that honors the passion and hard work of youth |
| 56 | Forever Young feat. UVERworldAK-69 |  play_arrow | The passionate hit song by AK-69 and UVERworld |
| 57 | Thunderous applauseLiSA |  play_arrow | A rock song that fires you up to fight! “Issai…” |
| 58 | For DecadesLittle Glee Monster |  play_arrow | An uplifting song that cheers you on as you overcome hardships and pursue your dreams |
| 59 | breakthroughSUPER BEAVER |  play_arrow | An inspiring rock song by SUPER BEAVER |
| 60 | Shape of YouEd Sheeran |  play_arrow | Ed Sheeran’s “Shape of You” is perfect for running. |
| 61 | Someday, these tearsLittle Glee Monster |  play_arrow | A rallying song that celebrates the challenge of pursuing dreams and the bonds between companions |
| 62 | You, the Sheep, and the BlueRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | RADWIMPS' signature work soccer broadcast theme song |
| 63 | Runnerbakufū suranpu |  play_arrow | Bakufu-Slump’s breakout work, a resolve to keep on running |
| 64 | ThunderstruckAC/DC |  play_arrow | AC/DC’s classic song Thunderstruck |
| 65 | The Final CountdownEurope |  play_arrow | A representative song of Nordic metal originating from Sweden |
| 66 | MemoriesMAN WITH A MISSION |  play_arrow | Get pumped with sporty music! |
| 67 | Live in the present.Saucy Dog |  play_arrow | Saucy Dog’s High School Soccer Cheering Song |
| 68 | Battle of MonsterHotei Tomoyasu |  play_arrow | Naoya Inoue’s entrance theme: a power that overwhelms the world |
| 69 | RE-BORNHimuro Kyosuke |  play_arrow | Super featherweight Hata-yama moved by Himuro's song. |
| 70 | Battle Scars ft. Lupe FiascoGuy Sebastian |  play_arrow | Mikuru Asakura, a fighter in RIZIN's featherweight division... |
| 71 | OH！SHISHAMO |  play_arrow | An anthem that gives you the courage to live positively |
| 72 | one’s true feelingssumika |  play_arrow | A powerful ballad depicting young people who press on without giving up |
| 73 | DiamondKobukuro |  play_arrow | A powerful song that supports young people pursuing their dreams |
| 74 | I want to fall in love so much that the slopes melt.Hirose Kōmi |  play_arrow | A famous song sung by the Winter Queen in the ’90s |
| 75 | All my treasuresOda Yūji |  play_arrow | A passionate song that sings of gratitude and hope for athletes |
| 76 | I’m a BelieverSPYAIR |  play_arrow | A SPYAIR song that conveys the courage to never give up on challenges |
| 77 | R.Y.U.S.E.I.Sandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu |  play_arrow | Boost your mood with an energetic track |
| 78 | JUMPIkuta Rira |  play_arrow | Lila Ikuta, World Cup Cheer Song “JUMP” |
| 79 | A view I’ve never seen beforeSuda Masaki |  play_arrow | A rock sound that brims with a sense of speed yet also carries a gritty, down-to-earth feel... |
| 80 | RACK$King Koraun |  play_arrow | Taiga, the younger brother of HIORYA, who rose to prominence in RIZIN |
| 81 | Yeah 3xChris Brown |  play_arrow | Chris Brown’s song “Yeah 3x” is a popular dance-pop track. |
| 82 | Winter, againGLAY |  play_arrow | A classic hit by GLAY, a masterpiece that depicts winter in Hokkaido. |
| 83 | Tukoh TakaNicki Minaj, Maluma, & Myriam Fares |  play_arrow | World Cup Official Anthem Trilingual Version |
| 84 | sasanqua (Camellia sasanqua)SEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | SEKAI NO OWARI’s theme song for the Pyeongchang Olympics |
| 85 | VOLT-AGESuchmos |  play_arrow | NHK’s theme song for the FIFA World Cup in Russia… |
| 86 | Tsunage KizunaTHE RAMPAGE |  play_arrow | The women’s volleyball World Championship cheer song is moving. |
| 87 | One Moment In TimeWhitney Houston |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that expresses sports and emotion: One Moment |
| 88 | My WayDef Tech |  play_arrow | The most important thing at the gym is to go at your own pace, ... |
| 89 | Stay GoldHi-STANDARD |  play_arrow | Hi-ST, representing Japan's punk rock scene… |
| 90 | Raise your flagMAN WITH A MISSION |  play_arrow | A song of courage that upholds one’s beliefs and faces adversity |
| 91 | Bloom with a pop, scatter, and turn to ashCreepy Nuts |  play_arrow | High School Baseball Theme Song: Brave Battle |
| 92 | I Miss The MiseryHalestorm |  play_arrow | The classic song by the hard rock band Halestorm |
| 93 | Crimson Lotus FlowerLiSA |  play_arrow | Opening theme song of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, courage and indomitable spirit |
| 94 | GIFTMr.Children |  play_arrow | A moving piece dedicated to the Olympics |
| 95 | On Your SideSuperfly |  play_arrow | 'Always on Your Side' Cheer Song |
| 96 | SCARYTHE MAD CAPSULE MARKETS |  play_arrow | Takafumi Gomi made his debut in Shooto as a mixed martial artist... |
| 97 | The Next Episode ft. Snoop Dogg, Kurupt, Nate DoggDr. Dre |  play_arrow | MMA fighter Kyohei Hagiwara shines in RIZIN |
| 98 | Don’t Start NowDua Lipa |  play_arrow | Dua Lipa’s hit song “Don’t Start Now” |
| 99 | Higher LoveKygo & Whitney Houston |  play_arrow | Kygo and Whitney’s masterpiece that sings of noble love |
| 100 | We Will Rock YouQueen |  play_arrow | Queen's signature song, a classic victory theme |