[To All Athletes] Inspirational Sports Anthems & Empowering Theme Songs

To tomorrowFUNKY MONKEY BABYS

FUNKY MONKEY BABYS “To Tomorrow”

Released in 2009 as FUNKY MONKEY BABYS’ 11th single, the group that resumed activities in 2021.

Former soccer star Masashi “Gon” Nakayama appears on the cover art and in the promotional video.

Crimson Bow and ArrowLinked Horizon

[Sung by a woman] Guren no Yumiya / Linked Horizon “Attack on Titan” OP (Covered by Kobasolo & Mirai (The Hoopers))

It’s the opening theme song of the anime Attack on Titan.

With a brass band arrangement, it has a cool style that would really make the wind instruments shine.

I think it would help fire up the athletes’ fighting spirit.

At all times.Makihara Noriyuki

[Official] Noriyuki Makihara “No Matter What” (Music Video) [3rd Single] (1991) Noriyuki Makihara/donnatokimo [No. 1]

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!

Wind of VictoryBaba Toshihide

Victory Wind - Toshihide Baba

Singer-songwriter Toshihide Baba, known for having many baseball-themed songs thanks to his experience dedicating himself to baseball through junior high school, included “Kachiri no Kaze” (“Wind of Victory”) on his 10th album HEARTBEAT RUSH.

The song was selected as AU’s “Chronos” support anthem for Japan’s national soccer team.

Its message—that everyone has a chance to seize their dream—can bolster your heart even when you feel down from comparing yourself to others.

With its driving melody and ensemble that ramps up the energy, it’s a refreshing, exhilarating number.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Azure PulseMay’n

Azure Pulse

Starting with May’n’s low, powerful vocals right from the intro, this is an up-tempo, exhilarating track.

It was selected as the 2022 theme song for TV Aichi’s baseball broadcast “10-chan Baseball,” which supports the Chunichi Dragons.

Just as the title “Blue Pulse” suggests, the drumbeat that surges like a rising heartbeat and May’n’s vocals make this a song that runs alongside you and cheers you on.

Listen to it while running and you’ll feel like you can go an extra 5 km! Why not add it to your running playlist?

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Kanako

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SunMy Hair is Bad

My Hair is Bad – Sun

It’s a hopeful rock number that shines like the sun.

The song is by My Hair is Bad, a three-piece band from Niigata Prefecture, and it was released digitally in March 2024.

It was selected as the official theme song for MBS’s 96th Senbatsu.

The powerful guitar sound and passionate vocals leave a strong impression.

It carries a message of keeping your head up and continuing to run forward, and it really resonates.

It’s a recommended track for anyone feeling worn out by everyday life or looking to take a new step forward.

Ahead AheadAme no Parēdo

ame no parade – Ahead Ahead (Official Music Video)

Rain Parade’s “Ahead Ahead” is a grand dance-rock number with beautifully toned guitars.

Its lyrics, which give you the courage to move forward, make it perfect for cheering on sports.

The straight-ahead, head-nodding rhythm is also great for getting players hyped before a match.

The chorus melody has a sing-along feel, so it might be ideal for singing at the venue as well.

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Saitō Ayumu

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