[Sports Day] A roundup of exhilarating, fast-paced tracks perfect for relay race BGM!
Speaking of relays, they’re the event that gets the crowd most excited at a sports day! The music that adds flair to the race is also one of the key elements.
I’m sure you, too, have a song that comes to mind as relay BGM.
In this article, we’ll introduce a wide range of tracks—from classic relay staples everyone’s heard to J-pop numbers perfect for a heated competition.
They’re all songs that will make you want to start running, so use them as a guide when choosing your playlist.
Playlist
| [Sports Day] A roundup of exhilarating, fast-paced tracks perfect for relay race BGM! | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | BOW AND ARROWYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | A powerful song from a figure skating anime |
| 2east | Is youth embarrassing, or is it youth if it’s embarrassing?Ryokushokushakai |  play_arrow | A dynamic song that depicts a passionate page of youth |
| 3east | Kaiju no Hanabuta (Monster’s Flower Song)Vaundy |  play_arrow | A strong determination to pursue a dream, inspired by a song of memories |
| 4east | lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | An evocative number distinguished by its emotional vocals... |
| 5east | R.Y.U.S.E.I.Sandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu |  play_arrow | A signature song by the third generation with the themes of dreams and bonds |
| 6east | The BeginningONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | A powerful song that brings courage and inspiration |
| 7east | flash[Alexandros] | ![flash[Alexandros]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/xfG6L9I7N8I/default.jpg) play_arrow | The powerful rock of [Alexandros], a song of growth and challenge |
| 8east | Csikos PostHermann Necke |  play_arrow | The composer from the German Confederation, Hermann Necke… |
| 9east | lightly; nimbly; flutteringlyGReeeeN |  play_arrow | GReeeeN's song, infused with the runners' feelings... |
| 10east | Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A hugely popular youth anthem, the song “Blue and Summer.”… |
| 11east | Start to shine and run forwardSambomasutā |  play_arrow | A melody brimming with a sense of speed and Sambomaster’s... |
| 12east | Galop of the ClownsDmitri Kabalevsky |  play_arrow | Speaking of relay races at school sports days, regardless of generation, it’s the kind of thing where… |
| 13east | Bling-Bang-Bang-BornCreepy Nuts |  play_arrow | A high-energy, fast-paced melody that’s hugely popular at live shows... |
| 14east | Runnerbakufū suranpu |  play_arrow | People in their late 30s to 40s and older will be familiar with the Bakufu Sura... |
| 15east | chantAdo |  play_arrow | Ado’s passionate electroswing song |
| 16east | Soul RevolutionSuperfly |  play_arrow | “Tamashii Revolution” is an exhilara... |
| 17east | Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO |  play_arrow | SHIS, which has been gaining popularity across generations... |
| 18east | Freak It! ft. Tokyo Ska Paradise OrchestraMAN WITH A MISSION |  play_arrow | A fiery track that fuses rock and ska |
| 19east | Heavy rotationAKB48 |  play_arrow | An exhilarating, youth-filled pop song |
| 20east | A Trumpeter’s HolidayLeroy Anderson |  play_arrow | Leroy Anderson, a composer from the United States... |
| 21east | PERFECT HUMANRADIO FISH |  play_arrow | With highly addictive electronic music... |
| 22east | I am the strongest.Ado |  play_arrow | "I can win!" That kind of confidence wells up inside me... |
| 23east | Heaven and HellJacques Offenbach |  play_arrow | Speaking of sports day classics, it's 'Heaven and Hell.' When you hear it... |
| 24east | Fanfaresumika |  play_arrow | “... released by sumika in 2018” |
| 25east | peace signYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | It’s written as “米津玄師” and read as “Yonezu Genshi”… |
| 26east | mixed nutsOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | It’s a song with an exhilarating, fast-paced sound that’s really captivating. |
| 27east | AdventureYOASOBI |  play_arrow | The song created by YOASOBI is boring… |
| 28east | Full driveKANA-BOON |  play_arrow | …led the Japanese rock scene in the 2010s… |
| 29east | Ashura-chanAdo |  play_arrow | The massive hit of “Usseewa” has sparked a social phenomenon… |
| 30east | KICKBACKYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Dizzying key changes like a roller coaster, and… |
| 31east | Polka of the HuntJohann Strauss II |  play_arrow | ‘Hunting Polka’ is by Johann Strauss... |
| 32east | together; along with; bothWANIMA |  play_arrow | A melody brimming with a sense of speed and KENTA’s… |
| 33east | GUTS !arashi |  play_arrow | "We did a group gymnastics routine to this song," "At the sports festival..." |
| 34east | life-formHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | As an actor, essayist, and columnist as well… |
| 35east | Don’t give upZARD |  play_arrow | From the TV drama 'Reiko Shiratori de Gozaimasu!'... |
| 36east | Always HIGH!DISH// |  play_arrow | That high-tension, exhilarating rush is irresistible! DI… |
| 37east | So, you are not alone.Little Glee Monster |  play_arrow | The eighth ... released on May 31, 2017 |
| 38east | Passion ContinentHakasé Tarō |  play_arrow | Speaking of Taro Hakase’s “Jonetsu Tairiku,” on TV… |
| 39east | Sword DanceAram Khachaturian |  play_arrow | Composer Aram Khachaturian, who was from the former Soviet Union, ... |
| 40east | Mystical, Mysterious Adventure!Takahashi Hiroki |  play_arrow | The early opening of the anime Dragon Ball… |
| 41east | Before DawnUchida Yūma |  play_arrow | Yuma Uchida has been active as a voice actor and singer... |
| 42east | PRAYING RUNUVERworld |  play_arrow | While many people insist that hard work is always rewarded, … |
| 43east | Tritsch-Tratsch-PolkaJohann Strauss II |  play_arrow | Composer from the Austrian Empire, Johan(n) Si… |
| 44east | Happinessarashi |  play_arrow | This song is one of Arashi’s popular tracks and a staple at their live shows… |
| 45east | migratory bird[Alexandros] | ![migratory bird[Alexandros]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/O_DLtVuiqhI/default.jpg) play_arrow | Heated events like relays, ball toss, and tug-of-war... |
| 46east | Let’s give it a tryWANIMA |  play_arrow | This one that was used in au’s 2017 commercial... |
| 47east | Full-Power BoySukima Suichi |  play_arrow | “Zenkoku Shounen” was released in 2005... |
| 48east | Milestone04 Limited Sazabys |  play_arrow | The four-piece rock band, 04 Limited… |
| 49east | TRUTHT-SQUARE |  play_arrow | Extremely as the theme song for the F1 Grand Prix... |
| 50east | idolYOASOBI |  play_arrow | The exhilarating sound and powerful vocals leave a strong impression… |
| 51east | typewriterLeroy Anderson |  play_arrow | An orchestra and a typewriter—how unexpected... |
| 52east | ultramarineYOASOBI |  play_arrow | A track with an impressive, exhilarating sense of speed in its melody! Y… |
| 53east | The Zero Sense10-FEET |  play_arrow | The film “THE FIRST SLAM DU… |
| 54east | My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | The soundtrack from the animated film “Your Name.” |
| 55east | SignalWANIMA |  play_arrow | We… with a variety of timeless masterpieces that make our hearts burn when we listen |
| 56east | Teenager ForeverKing Gnu |  play_arrow | Not only music fans, but also households across the nation are gradually becoming... |
| 57east | Hungarian Dance No. 5Johannes Brahms |  play_arrow | Hungarian Dance No. 5 is by Johannes Br… |
| 58east | Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | Harness your weakness as an ally and soar high—such a messe... |
| 59east | AgainWANIMA |  play_arrow | A song of courage to overcome setbacks and move forward |
| 60east | You’re going way too fast!!Momoiro Kurōbā Zetto |  play_arrow | The title is “You’re going way too fast!!,” but… |
| 61east | single-minded; wholehearted; devoted; earnestKing Gnu |  play_arrow | The footrace, which is also one of the main events of the sports day... |
| 62east | Turkish MarchWolfgang Amadeus Mozart |  play_arrow | Among classical music, the highly recognized “To… |
| 63east | William Tell OvertureRosshīni |  play_arrow | A magnificent overture, marked by a powerful rhythm |
| 64east | Bon Festival RoundAkihiko Takashima |  play_arrow | Every time, from the punchline of a Drifters sketch into the transition... |
| 65east | BOYKing Gnu |  play_arrow | The relay race, which is also one of the main events of the sports day, ... |
| 66east | Rising HopeLiSA |  play_arrow | Fast tempo, an 8-beat rock with a pop feel... |
| 67east | Soldier, run.B’z |  play_arrow | This song, together with the rise of Japan’s national rugby team… |
| 68east | The Nutcracker – TrepakPyotr Tchaikovsky |  play_arrow | “The Nutcracker - Trepak” is, maybe… |
| 69east | Yes, with pleasure.kocchi no kento |  play_arrow | Kochi Kento’s cheer song, “Giri Giri Dance” |
| 70east | A victorious smile with youUkasukaji |  play_arrow | The appeal of passionate cheer songs at sports festivals |
| 71east | Kimisidai TrainONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | The courage to face forward and charge toward the future |
| 72east | Rocky Themebirukonti |  play_arrow | Rocky's theme song Effort and Growth |
| 73east | StarmineDa-iCE |  play_arrow | Singing about fireworks as a motif, it extols the importance of challenge and perseverance… |
| 74east | Russian DancePeter Ilyich Tchaikovsky |  play_arrow | “Russian Dance” is music used in ballet... |
| 75east | Mela!Ryokushokushakai |  play_arrow | A song of courage and hope to help others |
| 76east | The Galaxy Express999Godaigo |  play_arrow | Godiego’s “The Galaxy Exp…” |
| 77east | sparkleFuji Kaze |  play_arrow | Cheering on the relay runners as they dash by with refreshing energy... |
| 78east | OH!SHISHAMO |  play_arrow | With sharp guitar cutting and drums, … |
| 79east | Joyfulikimonogakari |  play_arrow | “Joyful,” sung by Ikimono-gakari, is mo... |
| 80east | Long Hope PhiliaSuda Masaki |  play_arrow | Masaki Suda, who is popular both as an actor and as a singer, ... |
| 81east | READY STEADY GOL’Arc〜en〜Ciel |  play_arrow | “READY STEADY GO” is a roc... |
| 82east | ultra soulB’z |  play_arrow | A powerful anthem that supports the challenge toward one’s dreams |
| 83east | superstarKetsumeishi |  play_arrow | A hip-hop and pop fusion, a cheering anthem that celebrates talent |
| 84east | Crimson Lotus FlowerLiSA |  play_arrow | Demon Slayer opening theme song |
| 85east | Critical HitRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | RADWIMPS' youth-supporting rock song |
| 86east | A bouquet for meAdo |  play_arrow | Ado’s new song: a message of self-affirmation and courage |
| 87east | RunLittle Glee Monster |  play_arrow | Little Glee Monster new cheer song |
| 88east | Opening DeclarationNovelbright |  play_arrow | A passionate message song that cheers on young people pursuing their dreams |
| 89east | GOATNumber_i |  play_arrow | A powerful rap song by Number_i |
| 90east | Live in the present.Saucy Dog |  play_arrow | Saucy Dog’s High School Soccer Cheering Song |
| 91east | GONGWANIMA |  play_arrow | A rock song depicting challenges and the bonds of comrades |
| 92east | Kono Yubi Tomareyosugala |  play_arrow | An anthem that supports those facing setbacks and loneliness |
| 93east | One Heartatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu |  play_arrow | A youth-empowerment song. A track that cheers on the new school term. |
| 94east | OrangeSPYAIR |  play_arrow | A powerful song of youth, friendship, and sports |
| 95east | A view I’ve never seen beforeSuda Masaki |  play_arrow | Masaki Suda’s debut song, a track packed with a sense of speed and determination |
| 96east | Zankyo SankaAimer |  play_arrow | A fast-paced, powerful track is perfect for sprinting events... |
| 97east | The Star-Spangled Banner ForeverJohn Philip Sousa |  play_arrow | The Stars and Stripes Forever is by a former United States Marine... |
| 98east | earnest desireSUPER BEAVER |  play_arrow | A rock song that sings about the importance of human connection and smiles |
| 99east | It starts here!DREAMS COME TRUE |  play_arrow | Ekiden cheering songs give people courage. |
| 100east | asking for the moonKANA-BOON |  play_arrow | If you want to give the relay a casual vibe, then KAN… |
| 101east | To the Lightmiwa |  play_arrow | A singer-songwriter who gives me the strength to push forward... |
| 102east | WHAT YOU WANTMizuki Nana |  play_arrow | It's an intense 8-beat track. It excels in a sense of speed... |
| 103east | GO!!!FLOW |  play_arrow | A rock sound filled with burning passion resounds... |
| 104east | Linda LindaTHE BLUE HEARTS |  play_arrow | A number currently active at the forefront of the J-POP scene... |
| 105east | ROOFTOPS feat. Satoshi Fujiwara (Official HIGE DANDism)KERENMI |  play_arrow | KERENMI is a project in which Koichi Tsutaya handles the track production... |
| 106east | William Tell OvertureGioachino Rossini |  play_arrow | Among Rossini’s works, it’s one of the most well-known—top one or two… |
| 107east | Give it some guts!!Urufuruzu |  play_arrow | The song Dan... that Ulfuls released in 1995 |
| 108east | Carmen PreludeGeorges Bizet |  play_arrow | The Prelude to Carmen is by the French composer... |