[High School Baseball Anthems] A curated selection of moving masterpieces that color the players’ drama!
High school baseball, where young players wage fierce battles.
Because it’s featured on TV, many people probably find themselves moved to tears every year by the countless inspiring games.
In this article, we introduce tear-jerking hit songs that are sure to rekindle the emotions of high school baseball! We’ve picked a wide range of baseball-related works, including theme songs used in past tournaments and special programs, tracks from dramas and anime centered on baseball, and songs that celebrate the players’ hard work.
Take your time listening while reflecting on the players’ passion.
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[High School Baseball Songs] A Curated Selection of Moving Masterpieces That Color the Players’ Drama! (71–80)
Kokoro-eroodo obu mejyaa
This is a song by Road of Major that powerfully paints the “picture of the heart” hidden in one’s chest.
Its passionate message—“No matter how many times you stumble, seize the future you dreamed of with your own hands!”—resonates with listeners.
Released in November 2004, this was their major-label debut single and served as the opening theme for the first season of the NHK Educational anime Major.
It can be called a rousing anthem that gives courage to high school baseball players chasing the white ball, and to everyone striving toward a big goal.
Odoru Pompoko RinB.B. Kuīnzu
This is a song that put smiles on faces across Japan as the ending theme of a beloved national anime, and in 1991 it also inspired high school ballplayers as the entrance march for the Spring High School Baseball Tournament.
With lyrics by Momoko Sakura that capture the joy of everyday life, and an irresistibly cheerful melody composed by Tetsurō Oda, it lifts the spirits of everyone who listens.
Released in April 1990, the song became a million seller and won the Pop/Rock category at that year’s Japan Record Awards.
It’s a cross-generational happy song that makes both children and adults want to sing and dance together.
The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP
A song by SMAP with a melody that warmly embraces many hearts and lyrics that gently give listeners a push.
Originally included on the July 2002 album “SMAP 015/Drink! Smap!” and later reworked as a single in March 2003, the track also became well known as the theme song for the drama “Boku no Ikiru Michi,” starring Tsuyoshi Kusanagi.
In the spring of 2004, it colored Koshien as the march for the Spring Senbatsu High School Baseball Tournament, and its emotional impact remains undimmed.
It’s a timeless classic that brings courage and hope—perfect for a festival of sports.
There’s always tomorrowUrufuruzu & Re:Japan
“Alright, let’s give it our all again tomorrow!” This is a song of hope that gives you that kind of straightforward courage, brought to you by Ulfuls and Re:Japan.
Preserving the original’s warmth, their rendition shines with a new brilliance.
The Ulfuls version was released as a single in 2001, followed shortly by Re:Japan’s version; the latter topped the Oricon charts and was featured in TV dramas and commercials.
In spring 2002, it was selected as the march for the National High School Baseball Invitational, delivering a fresh, moving atmosphere to Koshien.
When you’re about to take a new step, this song will surely give you great strength.
TSUNAMISazan Ōrusutāzu
A gem of a ballad by Southern All Stars.
From the piano’s beautiful melody that swells into a grand sound, to Keisuke Kuwata’s richly expressive vocals that sing of irrepressible love and the ache of heartbreak, it resonates deeply with listeners.
Released in January 2000, the song achieved a record-breaking 2.936 million copies sold.
In March 2001, it was also chosen as the entrance march for the Spring National High School Baseball Tournament.
When you want to reaffirm your unchanging feelings for someone special, or quietly look back on the past at night, this song will gently stay by your side.