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

Crimson Lotus FlowerLiSA

LiSA “Gurenge” -MUSIC CLIP YouTube EDIT ver.-

It’s LiSA’s 15th single, released in July 2019.

It served as the opening theme for the TV anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, and with the anime’s massive success, it became LiSA’s biggest hit and brought her widespread recognition.

The song overflows with determination, resolve, and energy: no matter how many times you’re knocked down, if you have a dream you can’t give up on, you can stand up again and again.

Even if sorrow was the beginning, if what you’ve learned from it lets you protect someone, you can even feel grateful for it.

It’s a track that pushes athletes taking on challenges forward and fires up the hearts of the audience.

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Opening DeclarationNovelbright

Novelbright – Opening Declaration [Official Music Video]

An encouraging song that helps you take a step toward your dreams and hopes was born in April 2021 from the major 1st album “Kaimaku Sengen.” With a bright, powerful melody and a passionate spirit like the sun shining in the wide sky, this work is a fervent message song crafted by Novelbright.

In 2022, it was selected as the theme song for Nippon TV’s nationwide high school dance club support project, “Dance ONE Project ’22” on the program Sukkiri, powerfully backing the challenging spirit of young people.

It’s a song that gently pushes the backs of everyone uniting their hearts—whether for field day events, sports festivals, or cheer battles.

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Number_i – GOAT (Official Music Video)

Number_i’s track delivers a confident message with a powerful, all-rap sound.

Its lyrics, filled with fiery passion and strong self-affirmation, give listeners the courage and energy to take on challenges.

The music video, released in January 2024, surpassed 10 million views in just three days, setting a record as the fastest for a debut song by a male artist in Japan.

With its grand beat and compelling message, this song is perfect as BGM to fire up athletes aiming for victory in a tug-of-war at a school sports day! The high-tempo rhythm will quicken heartbeats and draw out the team’s unity.

Kono Yubi Tomareyosugala

Yosugala – Kono Yubi Tomare

In this new work by yosugala, a single ray of light and a warm, empathetic singing voice strike straight to the heart.

It’s a song that conveys, with unwavering sincerity, the desire to believe in someone’s inner radiance and to support them.

Crafted as an anthem that stands beside those feeling setbacks or loneliness and gently nudges them forward, it was first performed at LINE CUBE SHIBUYA in February 2025 and released the following March, with lyrics and composition by members of the band AliA.

It will surely resonate deeply with people giving their all on their own and with students running toward their dreams.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to with your friends when you’re worn out from sports day practice, feeling nervous before the main event, or in need of a lift.

superstarKetsumeishi

Ketsumeishi “Superstar”

This song features a captivating blend of hip-hop and pop, filled with messages of positivity and encouragement.

It celebrates everyone’s innate talents and charms, emphasizing the importance of believing in one’s potential.

Released on November 4, 2020 as Ketsumeishi’s 33rd single, it was also selected as the theme song for the TV Asahi anime Crayon Shin-chan starting October 3 of the same year.

The music video, filmed entirely in India, visually expresses its brightness and uplifting message.

Perfect as a cheer song for school sports days and athletic festivals, this track energizes listeners and gently supports those striving toward their goals—truly an ideal anthem of encouragement.

One Heartatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu

ATARASHII GAKKO! – One Heart (Official Music Video)

A cheer song bursting with positive energy and youthful power! Filmed in a gymnasium together with fans known as “Seishun Club Members,” it’s a warm, light-filled visual piece.

ATARASHII GAKKO! has consistently delivered strong messages about valuing individuality through works like the albums “Ma-Ningen” and “Wakage Gaitaru.” This track was produced in March 2025 as a song for a Bourbon commercial, and it’s a powerful push for those starting a new chapter in life.

It’s sure to encourage you through tense entrance ceremonies, important sports day practice, and the big day itself.

The authentic message and dynamic performance of ATARASHII GAKKO! will surely resonate with your heart!

Mela!Ryokushokushakai

Ryokuoushoku Shakai 'Mela!' Music Video / Ryokuoushoku Shakai – Mela!

This song unfolds with a forward-looking, hope-filled narrative.

It powerfully expresses the importance of having the courage to help others, singing of a strong desire to become a hero.

Even as the protagonist confronts their own powerlessness, their impulse to help someone is conveyed through a moving melody that tugs at the heart.

Recorded by Ryokuoushoku Shakai on their April 2020 album “SINGALONG,” the track was later featured in 2023 as a JRA (Japan Racing Association) commercial song, resonating deeply with many.

It’s perfect for moments of resolve to help others or when taking a new step forward—and it makes an excellent entrance song for school sports events as well.