[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 (31–40)
Road to Gloryarashi
It’s a song by the national idol group Arashi, included as the B-side of the single “Bittersweet,” released in February 2014.
It was chosen as the theme song for Nippon TV’s Sochi 2014 programming, supporting the athletes in their passionate challenges.
The emotional sound woven by piano and strings is striking, and the bittersweet yet powerful melody resonates like it echoes through the clear winter air, moving the heart.
With the earnest voices of the five members, it’s a cheering song that gives you energy for tomorrow.
AshesSuperfly
This song by Superfly, which drew attention as the theme song for TBS’s Sunday drama “Gekokujō Kyūji,” was released in November 2023.
It resonates with the protagonists’ emotions as they waver between their passion for baseball and the dilemmas they face, vividly depicting the complex feelings everyone carries deep inside.
Released alongside the album “Heat Wave,” it has also been performed on a nationwide arena tour, continuing to captivate in live performances.
It’s an empowering anthem that supports not only athletes, but all those striving toward their dreams and goals.
I’ll never lose!Eijia Enjinia
This song powerfully expresses a strong will and a forward-looking attitude.
Its message—never yielding to any hardship and always pressing on—resonates deeply.
Released in August 2008 as the support song for Marudai Foods’ “Go for it! Nippon! Campaign,” it was loved by many during the summer excitement of the Beijing Olympics.
As the 11th single by Asia Engineer, the track blends hip-hop with various other genres to deliver a courageous, positive message.
It’s a perfect number for daily training, right before important matches, or during sports time with teammates.
This is a motivational anthem recommended for everyone involved in sports, reminding listeners of the importance of believing in themselves and holding onto hope.
To the distant oneTakahashi Mariko
Mariko Takahashi captivates listeners with expressive artistry grounded in her jazz sensibilities.
Released in 1994, this work was chosen as the NHK theme song for the Lillehammer Olympic broadcasts, adding a moving touch to the winter celebration.
Far more than a simple cheer song, its lyrics—like sending heartfelt thoughts to someone dear who is far away—and its grand melody resonate deeply with listeners.
How about sharing it when you want to cheer on someone important to you?
You Are My BestB’z
This is a work released in 2022 by B’z, one of Japan’s leading rock bands.
It was selected as the support song for the 2022 FINA World Championships in Budapest and the 2023 Fukuoka championships.
From the very beginning, you’re instantly drawn in by Koshi Inaba’s vocals.
Although the song maintains a slow, ballad-like tempo throughout, it somehow exudes a dignified, majestic atmosphere.
Rather than saying “just push yourself recklessly,” it’s a song that quietly affirms your very act of striving and cheers you on.
[To All Athletes] Sports Cheering Songs & Empowering Theme Tracks (41–50)
A view I’ve never seen beforeSuda Masaki
This is actor Masaki Suda’s solo debut single.
It also served as a soccer support song for the mobile carrier au.
With lyrics related to soccer and anthem-like phrases, combined with a driving melody and powerful vocals, it becomes a rousing cheer song that really hits home.
OH！SHISHAMO
SHISHAMO is a girls’ band that suits bittersweet themes like youth and love perfectly.
The song is poppy and cute in their signature style, yet it has a refreshing vibe that makes it perfect as a sports cheer song! Once you hear it, it sticks in your head, and you’ll find yourself humming the chorus in particular.
This feel-good music video was apparently filmed on the rooftop of their alma mater.
