[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.
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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.
Door to the FutureYamaguchi Yuko
The straightforward lyrics and vocals give you the strength to live.
This is a song by Yuko Yamaguchi, a singer-songwriter from Ehime Prefecture.
It was released in 1995 as her seventh single.
The sparkling sound is wonderful, too.
It was the theme song for the 75th National High School Rugby Tournament.
Country RoadHon’na Yoko
Including its backstory, “Victory Road” is a song beloved by rugby fans.
It’s by Yoko Honna and is strongly associated with the film Whisper of the Heart.
The piece was proposed as a team song by players such as Koki Yamamoto, and supporters began singing it during the 2019 Rugby World Cup.
It has continued to be cherished, with Japan national team members even performing it on the Kouhaku Uta Gassen.
Incidentally, when it’s sung as a team song, the title phrase is changed to “Victory Road.”
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patternIvy to Fraudulent Game
The anime Try Knights is themed around rugby.
Its ending theme is Moyou.
It’s a ballad by the rock band Ivy to Fraudulent Game.
The song portrays the protagonists as they experience setbacks while chasing their dreams, yet continue striving with a positive attitude.
It’s a passionate cheer song that listeners engaged in pursuits other than rugby can also relate to.
If you like it, be sure to check out their powerful live performances as well.
Freak It! ft. Tokyo Ska Paradise OrchestraMAN WITH A MISSION
Listening to it makes you want to clap along, doesn’t it? It’s a collaboration track between MAN WITH A MISSION—also known as the wolf band—and Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra.
It was released in 2018 as their fourth single and served as the official 2018 theme song for the rugby team Sunwolves.
March of the LivingCIVILIAN
The anime ALL OUT!!, which has been drawing attention for its authentic depiction of rugby, features the song Seija no Koushin as its opening theme.
Written specifically for the series by the rock band CIVILIAN, the track delivers an intense sound that’s sure to get listeners fired up.
Another highlight is its uplifting message about never giving up, no matter how many times you’re knocked down.
It’s the kind of song that will naturally set your heart ablaze.
dragonflyNagabuchi Tsuyoshi
This is a song by Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi, a singer-songwriter from Kagoshima Prefecture, released in 1988.
It’s characterized by a folk-rock number centered on acoustic guitar.
The song portrays the setbacks and struggles of people who moved to Tokyo, drawn by their longing for the city.
It was also the theme song for the TBS drama “Tonbo.” It topped the Oricon chart for five consecutive weeks and became a million seller with 1.035 million copies sold.
The feelings of young people taking on life in Tokyo really come through.
It’s a recommended track before a rugby match or whenever you want to fire yourself up.