[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 (141–150)
HEART BEATKato Miria
It’s Miliyah Kato’s 24th single, and it was used as a campaign song for the 2012 Olympics.
It has a dance music vibe, and the music video makes it clear that it supports all sports.
A notable feature is how skillfully the lyrics mix Japanese and English.
It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when you want to get pumped up.
KaleidoscopeAlicia Keys
Alicia Keys captivates with her piano melodies and powerful vocals.
The song she released in March 2024 actually lit up one of tennis’s grandest stages.
Originally written for the musical Hell’s Kitchen, inspired by her own life, the track is performed at a pivotal moment when the protagonist awakens to self-realization—and there’s even a touching story that people were moved to tears during rehearsals.
Its spectacular, joy-filled sound seems to capture the very instant the world begins to shimmer like a kaleidoscope.
It was selected as the theme song for the 2024 US Open.
It’s a number for everyone who wants to believe in their potential and shine on the court.
I Wish For YouEXILE
This is EXILE’s “I Wish For You,” which was selected as the theme song for TBS’s broadcast of the 2010 World Volleyball Championship.
It’s a cheer song filled with messages of hope and encouragement.
The lyrics, which wish for the happiness of someone important other than yourself, are sure to give you courage!
Joy-ride ~Drive of Ecstasy~EXILE
EXILE’s rousing support song, filled with fiery passion, has the power to inspire athletes’ hearts.
Released in August 2016 as the theme song for the Rio de Janeiro Olympics broadcast, the track is marked by its dynamic, up-tempo groove.
ATSUSHI’s powerful vocals and the members’ dynamic dance performance serve as a fervent cheer that awakens the fighting spirit of competitors.
Its message—encouraging us to enjoy the journey of life and to have the courage to overcome hardships—will give a boost to everyone engaged in sports.
Be sure to listen before a match, a big performance, or anytime you want to raise your motivation!
Ride Wit UsAK-69
When you listen to this track, what sport do you think it’s for? “Ride Wit Us” by popular hip-hop MC AK-69 was released as a single in 2023, and it was chosen as the official theme song for ABEMA’s Grand Sumo LIVE.
Sumo and hip-hop… it might be a combo you haven’t seen before, but it’s insanely cool! The heavy, powerful beat evokes the fierce clashes between rikishi.
It’s a thrilling sumo anthem that inscribes a new page in Japan’s history!
At all times.Makihara Noriyuki
When it comes to matches, there are times when I lose sight of myself.
This is a song I want to listen to at those times.
Also, pay attention to the lyrics, which sing about the importance of always being yourself!
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.
