Songs that go well with sports
Do you find that many people listen to music while playing sports or right before they start, to boost their focus and motivation?
Some of you might also want to dedicate a song as a cheer anthem for athletes.
But it can be hard to decide which songs actually help improve concentration and motivation—or give you the courage to throw yourself into your sport, right?
In this article, we’ll introduce songs that are perfect for sports!
We’ve picked recommended tracks mainly from those that have been used as theme songs for the Olympics and world championships, so please use this as a reference.
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Songs that go well with sports (71–80)
FLY AGAIN 2019MAN WITH A MISSION
MAN WITH A MISSION, the fluffy rock band with shocking wolf masks.
Their latest version of the 2011 release “fly again” is this “fly again 2019.” The original was already cool, but this update features a more refined sound.
It’s a perfect track for sports, stoking your fighting spirit.
sasanqua (Camellia sasanqua)SEKAI NO OWARI
The presence of someone who quietly supports you as you do your best is incredibly important, isn’t it? This song captures the feelings of those who stand by and support others.
It was also used as the theme song for NHK’s PyeongChang Olympic and Paralympic coverage.
The camellia’s flower language is “overcoming difficulties.” That’s likely why it was named as a cheer song that warmly watches over people who endure hardship and pain while chasing their dreams.
It’s a song that sends encouragement to those dedicated to sports.
VINCENTsumika
A song that expresses the passion of soccer through music.
Its fiery vocals and cool melody leave a strong impression, and just listening to it naturally fills you with energy.
Written as the image song for WOWOW’s European Soccer 2024–25 season, this piece delivers a powerful rock sound with the pop sensibilities characteristic of sumika.
Released in September 2024, it also has a music video available on YouTube.
It’s perfect not only for players before a match but also for supporters.
If it’s played in the stadium, it’s sure to bring the entire venue together and send the excitement through the roof.
Bridge of Gloryyuzu
This is a song by Yuzu that became a big hit as the theme song for the 2004 Athens Olympics.
It carries a sense of elation after overcoming setbacks and struggles that no one sees, with a message like, “Now let’s dash toward success!” It’s a song that cheers you on through all kinds of challenges in life—not just in sports, but also for entrance exams, tests, and more.
O flowers now in full bloom,Kobukuro
This is the song “Ima, Sakihokoru Hanatachi yo” released in 2014 by the hugely popular male duo Kobukuro.
It was used as the theme song for the Sochi Olympics and Paralympics.
With a powerful melody that evokes the breath of the wild, it’s a track that brings to mind athletes standing proudly in the stadium, unafraid.
1461 daysFukuyama Masaharu
This is the song “1461 Days” released by Masaharu Fukuyama.
It was used as a support theme song for the Rio de Janeiro Olympics and the PyeongChang Olympics.
With its dry guitar sound and his passionate vocals, it’s a very masculine track.
It gently cheers on those who strive to survive in the world of sports, where wins and losses are crystal clear.
All my treasureOda Yūji
The World Athletics Championships can’t start without this song! This is “All My Treasures,” released in 2007 by actor Yuji Oda.
Ever since its release, this track has always been used for the Championships, right? Its refreshing yet passionate vibe has supported athletes over the years.
I hope they keep using this song forever.