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[Sports] Fired up! A roundup of rugby fight songs
Rugby, a sport that’s been growing more and more popular in recent years!
Japan’s performance at the World Cup drew attention from around the world, didn’t it?
I’m sure many people “got hooked on rugby” because of that.
The intense clashes that unfold around a single ball are incredibly powerful!
In this article, we’ve put together a list of popular rugby cheers and anthems.
We’ll be introducing a wide range, from tournament theme songs to classic J-pop hype tracks.
Be sure to read to the end!
[Sports] Fiery! A Compilation of Rugby Cheer Songs (1–10)
Horse and deerYonezu Kenshi
It’s a song packed tightly with passionate feelings.
It’s included on the album STRAY SHEEP.
It was released by Kenshi Yonezu in September 2019.
It was chosen as the official song for the 2019 Rugby World Cup held in Japan.
The vocals, blending strength and poignancy, are deeply moving.
The song carries themes of facing adversity with courage and the desire to protect what’s precious.
If you listen to it before watching a rugby match, it’s sure to ignite your fighting spirit alongside the players.
HanatsuSukima Suichi
It’s a song by Sukima Switch, a two-man musical duo.
It’s included on their 23rd single, “LINE,” released in 2015.
The track was chosen as the theme song for the 95th National High School Rugby Football Tournament.
Its positive lyrics give you the courage to fight.
The Days I Kept RunningKetsumeishi
Ketsumeishi is one of Japan’s leading music groups.
They wrote “Hashiri Tsuzuketa Hibi” (“The Days We Kept on Running”) as the theme song for the 2021 National High School Rugby Tournament.
Set to a driving, energetic sound, the song celebrates the greatness of continuing to strive toward your dreams.
Also, keep an ear out for words that evoke rugby.
And don’t miss the music video, which dramatically portrays a rugby match.
It’s uniquely crafted so that the live commentary and the song synchronize.
ECHOLittle Glee Monster
It’s a song that resonates with many people as a rugby cheer anthem.
It was included on a single released by Little Glee Monster in September 2019.
The powerful chorus and positive lyrics are particularly striking.
It was chosen as the theme song for the 2019 Rugby World Cup held in Japan.
This track gives a push to those facing challenges and hardships.
It won the Excellence Award at the 61st Japan Record Awards.
It’s perfect not only for watching rugby matches, but also for times when you want to motivate yourself.
BRAVEarashi
This song was created as the image song for the 2019 Rugby World Cup.
It is included on Arashi’s 57th single.
The lyrics sing about the importance of courage, unity, and taking on challenges.
The refreshing chorus and Sho Sakurai’s rap are particularly striking.
It topped the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
The live video release “ARASHI Anniversary Tour 5×20” also includes it.
It’s a track that feels like it could give players a push before a match.
For someoneLast Star
This song was chosen as the rugby cheering theme for Doshisha University.
It’s included on the duo Last Star’s 2015 single Ichigo Ichie.
The refreshing vocals and positive lyrics feel great.
World in unionSoweto Gospel Choir
When it comes to globally famous rugby songs, “World in Union” stands out.
It’s based on Gustav Holst’s suite The Planets.
The lyrics are different, but in Japan it’s well known as Ayaka Hirahara’s “Jupiter.” It’s cherished as the theme song of the Rugby World Cup.