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

The crown of glory shines upon you.Itō Hisao

Glory Shines Upon You: The Song of the National High School Baseball Championship

The Song of the National High School Baseball Championship, “Eikan wa Kimi ni Kagayaku” (Your Glory Shines), is a march with lyrics by Daisuke Kaga and music by Yuji Koseki.

True to its title, it is a brilliant ode to youth, featuring a melody reminiscent of a school anthem, yet it leaves a very powerful impression.

Many baseball players may feel their resolve tighten when they hear it.

It’s a piece you’ll want to hear at least once during the summer high school baseball tournament.

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summer squall

This is a song that celebrates the passion and hard work of youth.

Released by Arashi in July 2018, it was written by Yujin Kitagawa of Yuzu.

Chosen as the theme song for TV Asahi’s “Netto Koshien,” it has been loved by many as an anthem supporting high school baseball.

The lyrics, which liken people striving toward their dreams to the powerful winds of summer, resonate deeply.

In its first week of release, it topped the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and also reached No.

1 on Billboard Japan’s weekly single sales.

This track gives courage not only to high school baseball players, but to everyone working hard every day.

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Novelbright – Opening Declaration [Official Music Video]

An up-tempo track infused with determination to charge toward one’s dreams and hope for the future.

Featuring powerful guitar sounds and a catchy melody, it delivers an uplifting message that gives listeners a push forward.

Chosen as the title track of their major-label debut album released in April 2021, it was also selected as the theme song for a project on Nippon TV’s “Sukkiri.” The music video, composed of footage from a no-audience live performance and behind-the-scenes clips, symbolizes a new beginning for Novelbright.

It expresses the hardships and challenges faced while pursuing dreams, as well as the strong will to overcome them—an attitude that resonates with high school baseball players as well.

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It was released in 2014 as Kanjani Eight’s 28th single.

The song was used as the theme for ABC/TV Asahi’s nationwide program “Netto Koshien,” and it reached No.

1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

This masterpiece resonates even more deeply when you listen to it, evoking the image of high school baseball players chasing a ball filled with countless passionate emotions.

FateOfisharu Higedan Dism

Official HIGE DANDism – Fate [Official Video]

This piece became popular as a cheering song for high school baseball that colors the hot summer.

The piano by Official HIGE DANDism stands out with its memorable melody, and Satoshi Fujwara’s clear, translucent vocals strike a chord.

Released in July 2019, it was selected as the ABC Summer High School Baseball cheering song and the theme for “Netto Koshien.” It was also adopted as the train approach melody at Hanshin Railway’s Koshien Station.

The lyrics, which capture the burning passion of high school ballplayers, teach the importance of continuing to take on challenges.

It’s a warmhearted song that gently encourages those striving toward their dreams.

DiamondKobukuro

Diamond

A song that resonates as an anthem cheering on young people chasing their dreams.

Released in July 2013, Kobukuro’s 23rd single was also selected as the “ABC Summer High School Baseball Support Song” that year and served as the theme for the broadcast of the 95th National High School Baseball Championship.

With its powerful melody and lyrics, the arrangement—centered on guitar and piano—gives the track a tight, focused feel.

While acknowledging the reality that “not everything can be redone,” the song conveys an unwavering determination to keep moving forward without giving up.

It’s a warm, encouraging piece that supports not only high school baseball players but everyone striving toward their dreams.

PhotographEXILE ATSUSHI feat. Tokyo Sukaparadaisu Ookesutora Hoon Sekushon

EXILE ATSUSHI feat. Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra Horn Section 'Photograph' 2023 Summer High School Baseball Cheer Song / 'Netto Koshien' Theme Song

A collaboration between EXILE ATSUSHI and the Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra horn section, this is a rousing support song that brightens up summer high school baseball.

Released digitally in June 2023, it was also selected as the theme song for that summer’s “Nettō Kōshien.” The lyrics, which portray young people deepening their bonds within limited time and continuing to take on challenges, strike a chord.

They convey the importance of treasuring every moment and spending a summer you can be proud of, no matter the outcome—words that will encourage not only high school ballplayers but everyone striving toward their dreams.

ATSUSHI’s powerful vocals and the sonic world woven by Skapara’s horn section kindle a fiery spirit.