[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 Cheering Songs & Empowering Theme Tracks (111–120)
InfernoMrs. GREEN APPLE
This song, used as the opening theme for the anime Fire Force, conveys a sense of speed from the very first drum beats and a feeling that something is about to begin.
In events where momentum is crucial—like cavalry battles—it will surely boost athletes’ motivation with a “Let’s go!” spirit.
In fact, the song encapsulates both transience and passion, asking what meaning we find in a life that will one day end and how we live with that awareness.
It’s an ideal track for spending your school days—a youth that will inevitably come to an end—with burning intensity.
[To All Athletes] Sports Cheering Songs & Empowering Theme Tracks (121–130)
Decisive Battle SpiritCHiCO with HoneyWorks
“Kessen Spirit,” the 12th single by CHiCO with HoneyWorks released in 2020.
This track also served as the ending theme for the anime Haikyu!! TO THE TOP, which focuses on the achievements of a high school volleyball team.
It’s a song that will likely resonate not only with volleyball players but with athletes across all sports.
With a vibe that perfectly matches phrases like “go for the win” and “push forward,” it’s a recommended track for when you want to stoke your fighting spirit.
As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE
When you’re chasing your dreams in sports, everyone has moments when they can’t see the way forward and feel like giving up.
What I recommend at times like that is the 35th single, “Nando Demo,” released in 2005.
DREAMS COME TRUE is influenced by funk and soul, and you can feel the spirit in every song they create.
When you’re at your limit, thinking, “Maybe I can’t do this anymore,” listening to this track lifts you up from the soul.
Somehow, the feelings that were deflating into giving up swell back up again, and you’re ready to try “one more time,” as many times as it takes.
King & QueenPorunogurafiti
This is “King & Queen” by PornoGraffitti, chosen as the theme song for the 2017 NTV Volleyball Grand Champions Cup.
It’s a refreshing, uplifting sports anthem.
Give it a listen when you want a boost of positivity!
rainbowTakahashi Yuu
Released in 2017, this is “Niji” by Yu Takahashi, the theme song for “Netto Koshien.” Takahashi’s powerful vocals deliver a ballad that gives you courage.
It’s a recommended cheer song not only for high school baseball players but also for students and working adults, offering encouragement in sports and everyday life.
Dream FighterPerfume
Here’s a song by Perfume that was released in 2008.
This unit, produced by Yasutaka Nakata, belongs to the technopop genre, so it’s more restrained than the straightforwardly fiery anthems you often hear from other groups.
Even so, it’s one of the more powerful tracks in Perfume’s catalog, with vocals recorded in a strong, projected style.
With lyrics about moving toward your dreams, this song makes a wonderful cheer song for those who want to keep a cool head while steadily putting in the effort.
Blast!TRUE
Songs that start with a dazzling fanfare are perfect as sports anthems, aren’t they? TRUE’s “Blast!” is the theme song for the anime film Sound! Euphonium: The Finale Oath.
It opens with a bright, energetic brass sound right from the intro, and the lyrics are uplifting, so it’s a track you’ll want to listen to during sports.
