[Sports Day] A roundup of exhilarating, fast-paced tracks perfect for relay race BGM!

Hungarian Dance No. 5Johannes Brahms

Brahms: Hungarian Dance No. 5 (Piano Score)

Hungarian Dance No.

5 is a collection of dances first published by Johannes Brahms in 1869.

The piece belongs to what is called Gypsy music, a tradition that developed primarily among the Roma people, who led a migratory lifestyle across regions such as West Asia and Europe.

There are 21 pieces in total, and this one features striking contrasts—powerful yet elegant passages alongside sections where the violin’s timbre becomes finely articulated.

In relay races, some teams reach the finish smoothly, while others slow down after dropping the baton or stumbling.

In that sense, the ebb and flow of Hungarian Dance No.

5 may be a good match.

Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO

SHISHAMO “Tomorrow Too”

SHISHAMO’s “Ashita mo,” which is popular across generations, seems like a perfect choice for a sports day where people of all ages—from kids to adults—come together.

With its signature bright, pop sound, uplifting lyrics, and exhilarating pace that suits a running BGM, it’s an ideal track for relay scenes.

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Hane Keisuke

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Milestone04 Limited Sazabys

04 Limited Sazabys「Milestone」(Official Music Video)

This is a song by the four-piece rock band 04 Limited Sazabys.

GEN’s high-tone vocals are really striking, aren’t they? I think intense rock could be a great fit for a sports day relay, too.

Songs like this really fire up that feeling of not wanting to lose, don’t they?

TRUTHT-SQUARE

T-SQUARE “Truth” × 360 Reality Audio | Special Video

It’s extremely famous as the theme song for the F1 Grand Prix.

Just listening to the track makes you feel like you can hear the live commentary.

Since it’s an instrumental, the commentary still comes through clearly when added on top, which makes it easy to use for relay events.

This piece is also frequently used in variety shows for race scenes and has become firmly established as the go-to “race” song.

That kind of straightforward recognizability is perfect for school sports days.

The sound is steeped in a strong ’90s vibe.

Soldier, run.B’z

B'z / Soldier, Run

This song became very famous alongside the Japanese national rugby team’s rise.

It was even used in commercials for Lipovitan D, and some of you might remember hearing it frequently during breaks in Japan’s rugby matches.

Since it’s a sports-themed song and the lyrics aren’t limited to rugby, it’s a perfect fit for a school sports day.

B’z are well-known across a wide range of age groups, so playing it at a school event where children and their families gather is sure to send the energy of the entire venue soaring!

typewriterLeroy Anderson

Anderson: The Typewriter [Naxos Classical Curation #Comical]

The Typewriter, composed by Leroy Anderson, is performed with the curious combination of an orchestra and a typewriter.

It’s a highly humorous piece that depicts a busy office under the pressure of work.

By orchestral sound alone, it’s hardly a piece suited for a relay race, but once the typewriter’s “click-clack” sound effects are added, it turns into lively music that makes you feel hurried and almost pick up your running pace! Doesn’t it feel as if someone is saying, “Hurry up! Move faster!”?

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Passion ContinentHakasé Tarō

Taro Hakase Passion Continent [OFFICIAL]

When it comes to Taro Hakase’s “Jonetsu Tairiku,” it’s such a famous piece that even people who don’t know the TV show of the same name will likely recognize it.

Its upbeat, Latin-inspired rhythm and, as the title suggests, passionate melody make it a perfect BGM for a relay race that builds to an all-out sprint.

Listening to this track, you can’t help but feel like you could run faster than usual.