[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 (251–260)
Suki Suki SongMizumori Ado
The ending theme of the anime Himitsu no Akko-chan, which aired on television starting in 1969.
Due to its comical tone, it’s often used as a cheer song for high school baseball and J.League soccer.
An arranged version was also intermittently used from 2006 as the CM song for Suntory’s “Calori.”
[To All Athletes] Sports Cheer Songs & Empowering Anthems (261–270)
Beautifulyuzu
This song by Yuzu carries a powerful message of encouragement, portraying the determination to overcome hardships and seize a brilliant future.
It was also selected as the theme song for Nippon Life’s commercial supporting the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023.
Set to a band-driven sound, it depicts the drive to carve out the future and evokes a strong, steady stride toward one’s goals.
The choral parts convey a sense of teamwork, and the song also expresses gratitude to those who support our dreams.
flying getAKB48
Released in 2012, AKB48’s hit song “Flying Get.” It’s an upbeat, catchy track that’s perfect for boosting your energy while playing sports.
It’s also great to listen to before exercising to get motivated!
Play The GameCHEMISTRY
Released by CHEMISTRY in February 2024, this song was chosen as the baseball broadcast theme for J SPORTS STADIUM.
It is included on the album “BLUE CHEMISTRY.” The lyrics embody a longing for freedom and a fearless spirit of challenge, sure to resonate with people devoted to sports.
It depicts the pursuit of sparkle and excitement through sweat and tears.
While evoking feelings of loneliness and fragility, the work conveys a strong will to aim for glory.
The voices of CHEMISTRY’s two members will surely give you a push forward.
SUPER RAINBOWMISIA
Released in 2016, this is MISIA’s “SUPER RAINBOW,” which was selected as the official support song for Japan’s national table tennis team.
It was the first song ever chosen as the team’s official anthem, and its hope-filled lyrics along with MISIA’s outstanding vocals are sure to lift your spirits!
OrangeSPYAIR
A heartfelt cheer song has arrived from SPYAIR.
With powerful vocals and lyrics that resonate deeply, it pushes forward those who are chasing their dreams.
Released in February 2024, the track was chosen as the theme song for Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle (the theatrical film).
This marks SPYAIR’s fourth collaboration with the Haikyu!! series.
It even weaves in phrases from their past songs, making it irresistible for fans.
Centered on the themes of meetings, bonds, and farewells within limited time, it depicts figures soaring across an orange sky.
It’s perfect for athletes and anyone striving toward an important goal.
Listening to this song will give you the courage to trust your own path and keep moving forward!
Mahalomiwa
This is a song by miwa, created as the official theme for the Honolulu Marathon 2023/2024.
It was released in December 2023.
The track conveys the allure of Hawaii and the feelings runners experience during a marathon in a refreshing way.
With ukulele sounds and ocean waves incorporated, it’s full of Hawaiian flavor.
Its rhythmic, up-tempo style makes it perfect for running.
It’s a song that encourages not only marathon participants, but everyone striving in sports.