Cheer songs that will elevate the 2026 summer high school baseball season

Farewell, Azure Visageroodo obu mejyaa

Farewell, Blue Traces

This is the opening theme song of the second season of the anime Major.

It’s a striking track distinguished by deep bass that seems to embody a power welling up from within, evoking the image of pushing forward with all your strength toward your goal, even when you’re drenched in sweat and caked in mud.

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DREAMERIkuta Rira

DREAMER

A gently embracing song that captures the feelings of young people chasing their dreams was released by Lila Ikuta in March 2025.

This work conveys a strong will to stay true to a passion for music while facing one’s inner self and overcoming anxieties and conflicts about the future.

The lyrics, filled with Ikuta’s authentic feelings, resonate deeply with listeners.

Released in three formats as a track on the single CD Hyakka Ryoran, it gained attention as an insert song in the drama Paripi Komei.

It’s a perfect cheer song for friends striving toward their dreams on culture festival and school festival stages, and a reliable companion when you want to rally yourself.

Boom!Magokoro Burazāzu

Boom!

This energetic track by Magokoro Brothers, released in September 1990, combines a bright, catchy melody with an empowering message that lifts your spirits.

Inspiring positivity and the courage to take on new challenges, it was used as background music for the professional baseball segment on TV Asahi’s “News Station” and became a staple cheer song for high school baseball.

It’s perfect not only for supporting baseball teams but also for brass band performances.

It’s an ideal song for moments when you want to challenge yourself with courage or get fired up together with friends.

Days of Light and ShadowAKB48

[MV full] Days of Light and Shadow / AKB48 [Official]

It was released in 2016 as a coupling track on AKB48’s 45th major double A-side single, “LOVE TRIP / Shiawase wo Wakenasai.” Chosen as the support song for ABC’s 2016 Summer High School Baseball and the theme song for “Netto Koshien,” it features powerful, heart-touching lyrics set against a gentle sound.

So, you are not alone.Little Glee Monster

Little Glee Monster “So, You’re Not Alone” Music Video Short Ver.

It was released in 2017 as Little Glee Monster’s eighth single.

It was used as the ending theme for Season 2 of My Hero Academia on NTV and as the theme song for Mie Television’s coverage of the 99th National High School Baseball Championship Mie Tournament.

In the music video, the members dance joyfully with characters from Universal Studios Japan.

It’s a cheering song that makes you feel you’re not alone.

Let’s give it a tryWANIMA

Yattemiyou

“I’ll give you the courage to move forward!” This warm message resonates in this uplifting anthem.

Set to a bright and refreshing melody, it carries a positive spirit that says we can overcome difficulties together.

WANIMA’s powerful performance and the lyrics that gently nudge you to face forward are truly compelling.

Airing from January 2017 in au’s Santarō series commercials and included on the album “Everybody!!,” this song is a fantastic choice for school events—band performances at culture festivals or live shows, choir, sports days—any moment where you take on a challenge with friends and unite as one.

Sing it together and get fired up—it’s sure to become an unforgettable memory!

summer festivalWhiteberry

Summer Festival – Whiteberry (Full)

It was released in 2000 as Whiteberry’s third single.

It has become a standard cheer song from the stands, starting with high school baseball.

With its fast tempo and catchy vibe, it’s a track that really amps you up as you head into the game.