[Summer Cheer Song] A motivational anthem dedicated to those giving their all in sports or studying for exams
When you think of summer, there are so many moments when you want to cheer someone on—or be cheered on yourself—like high school baseball, club activity tournaments, and entrance exam study, right? In times like these, what supports your heart are pep songs packed with powerful, heartfelt messages! In this article, we’ve gathered the perfect cheer songs for summer.
From classic theme songs of the Summer High School Baseball Championship to bright tracks that suit the hot season and energetic youth anthems, we’ve selected a wide range.
With a song that resonates with your hardworking spirit, let’s power through those important moments!
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[Summer Cheering Songs] Anthems to cheer on those giving their all in sports or studying for exams (1–10)
TOMORROWMayo Okamoto
This is Mayo Okamoto’s debut song, which teaches us that no matter how hard things get, those experiences will make our future selves stronger.
For anyone who’s shed tears of frustration while striving toward a goal, its lyrics will resonate deeply.
Released in May 1995, it was used as the theme song for the drama “Second Chance” and as the entrance march for the National High School Baseball Invitational Tournament.
As long as you have faith in tomorrow, the path will surely open.
It’s like a good-luck charm of a song that gently gives a push to those doing their best.
MiracleGReeeeN
Released in May 2008, this song drew attention as the theme for the TV drama “ROOKIES.” Centered on the themes of the “miracle” of meeting a loved one and the “path” they have walked together, it conveys hope for the future and gratitude in straightforward words.
It was also chosen as the entrance march for the 81st National High School Baseball Invitational Tournament in 2009, gaining popularity as a cheer song that colors passionate moments of youth.
Its warm yet powerful melody will gently give you a push as you strive toward your goals.
HalationHata Motohiro
This is a song by Motohiro Hata that gently affirms earnest effort.
Many of you may remember it as the unified theme song for the 2009 Summer High School Baseball tournament, accompanying countless moving moments.
Under the blazing summer sun, charging headlong toward a single goal—this piece conveys that even such struggles are a shining instant of youth, and that the very process is a beautiful treasure.
It’s a powerful yet warm cheer song that will support your heart as you face an important moment—be it in sports, studies, or any other challenge.
[Summer Cheer Song] An anthem for you giving your all in sports or entrance exam studies (11–20)
Somewhere in the summerWANIMA
A rousing summer tune from the three-piece rock band WANIMA that stirs the listener’s soul with the call to “Be yourself and give it your all!” It feels packed with a powerful message to hurl your doubts and sorrows into the summer blue sky and unfold a map that’s yours alone.
The track was included on their July 2019 single “Summer Trap!!” and was also featured as the theme song for the Mitsuya Cider commercial starring Suzu Hirose.
It’s the perfect cheer song to shine on your heart like the sun as you take on summer tournaments, entrance exams, and any challenge with everything you’ve got.
FanfareNovelbright
A powerful, encouraging track from the rock band Novelbright that says, “Dive into what you want to do and carve out your future!” Featured on the album Assort, this song was released in May 2022 and was also chosen as the theme song for ABEMA’s audition program The Star’s Chair Is My Chair Season 2.
Haven’t we all experienced our hearts wavering between hope and anxiety when facing a big goal? At times like that, its brisk, exhilarating sound will stir your spirit, reminding you that the challenge starts here.
Lionberii guddoman
This is a rousing cheer song by Beverly Goodman that shakes the soul, urging you to “just charge forward like the king of beasts!” Sparked by being offered to professional baseball pitcher Tatsushi Masuda, it was released in July 2016.
Many may remember it as the theme song for the 98th National High School Baseball Championship, where it encouraged countless young players.
Based on member MOCA’s real experience from his baseball club days—when he kept working hard even without getting to play—the song gives a powerful push to anyone striving toward their goals.
It’s also included on the album SING SING SING 4.
Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE
A quintessential anthem of youth and summer: “Ao to Natsu” by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE.
Released in 2018 as the band’s seventh single, it also served as a movie’s theme song.
From the exhilarating build-up of the intro to the breezy vibes that conjure summer, you’ll feel refreshed by the time it’s over.
Love, summer, friendship, and youth are all tightly packed into one song—moments that make your heart flutter and emotions swell—letting you experience a whole range of feelings in a single track.
