[To All Athletes] Inspirational Sports Anthems & Empowering Theme Songs
When it comes to cheering on athletes chasing their dreams, music is indispensable.
Cheer songs aren’t just for professional athletes—they’re dedicated to everyone working hard in sports.
In this article, we’ll introduce recommended tracks that will fill you with energy just by listening: tie-in songs for sports tournaments and related programs, theme songs from sports-themed anime, entrance songs for athletes, and more.
Find the perfect songs to accompany your daily training sessions or the time you spend enjoying sports with friends.
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[To All Athletes] Sports Cheer Songs & Empowering Theme Tracks (81–90)
ZessoMr.FanTastiC
If it’s a song to cheer on sports, a sense of speed is essential, right? If you’re looking for a track like that, Mr.FanTastiC’s “Zessō” is my top recommendation.
Its sound is bursting with momentum that makes you want to start running just by listening, and the lyrics are relentlessly positive.
Even when you’re feeling down or about to give up, don’t you think this song can make you feel optimistic?
Song of VictorySparQlew
Sports are a world of competition, where you vie for victory and defeat, right? Some people say that’s not the case, but you still want to win.
And this song title—doesn’t it feel incredibly lucky? It’s the major debut single from the five-member music unit SparQlew.
It’s catchy, energizing, and a real cheer song—straight-up a song about victory!
Wasted NightsONE OK ROCK
This is the song “Wasted Nights” by ONE OK ROCK, a rock band that’s hugely popular both in Japan and abroad.
The track clearly draws strong influence from overseas pop-rock sounds.
It was also the theme song for the 2019 film “Kingdom.” Taka’s refreshing vocals are so invigorating that just listening fills you with energy!
number oneayaka
It’s Ayaka’s 12th single and was also the theme song for the 2014 Winter Olympics.
In the music video, she sings against a wintry backdrop! Ayaka’s powerful vocals and gentle, rhythmic melody are sure to inspire you not only in sports, but in many different moments.
Clap your handsNICO Touches the Walls
It’s a mid-tempo rock song packed with fiery passion.
Frontman Tatsuya Mitsumura’s powerful vocals really resonate.
Released in 2011, it also has a great backstory of being performed for the first time at the final show of their nationwide tour.
It was even used as a walk-up song by a Yokohama DeNA BayStars player, showing how perfectly it matches the energy of sports.
With its catchy melody and uplifting message, it’s a track that makes you want to clap along.
It’s sure to gently push forward anyone chasing their dreams through setbacks and challenges.
Give it a listen to boost your motivation before training or a game!
Hey Hey Heychōtokkyū
When it comes to sports anthems, many are moving, but upbeat, high-energy tracks are great too.
Hey Hey Hey by the dance-vocal group Bullet Train has a funky vibe that makes you want to start dancing.
Just listening to it lifts your spirits, so if you play it before a game, it can ease your nerves and get you into a good state.
[To All Athletes] Sports Cheer Songs & Empowering Theme Tracks (91–100)
Give my regards to Joan of Arc.Sazan Ōrusutāzu
A song has been born that vividly conjures a future where you seize glory.
It’s a top-recommended rock number for moments when you feel discouraged or need a burst of energy.
Released by Southern All Stars in July 2024, it’s known as the theme song for TBS sports broadcasts.
Keisuke Kuwata’s vocals evoke a sense of boundless possibility.
Built on hard-edged guitars, an exhilarating piano, and a powerful rhythm section, the drums’ steady, step-by-step groove will surely spur on every athlete.