[Volleyball Cheering Songs] A comprehensive showcase, from official tournament anthems to anime songs!
When you hear “volleyball songs,” what tracks come to mind?
There are all kinds: theme songs from past world championships, the Spring High School Volleyball theme songs, and opening themes from popular volleyball anime.
In this article, we’ll introduce a comprehensive selection of songs related to volleyball!
We’ve chosen tracks across different eras and genres, so you’re sure to find the one you’re looking for.
Let’s dive in!
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[Volleyball Cheering Songs] A comprehensive showcase from official tournament anthems to anime songs! (31–40)
Dreams come trueHey! Say! JUMP
Following the debut single, this song was also selected as a volleyball-related tie-in, serving as the image song for the “Beijing Olympic Volleyball World Final Qualification.” The coupling track “Chance to Change” was also chosen as the theme song for the Spring High School Volleyball Tournament in 2008.
“Dreams come true”—in other words, let’s dream of victory to make those dreams a reality—this is a song that truly gives a push to anyone striving toward their dreams.
The English lyrics within the song also contain words that give courage to those chasing their dreams.
NYCNYCboys
“Akuma na Koi/NYC” is a song released in 2009 as the debut single of Yuma Nakayama w/B.I.Shadow and simultaneously as a single by NYCboys.
It was used as the image song for the 2009 FIVB World Grand Prix (women’s volleyball), with the NYCboys members also serving as special supporters to boost the event.
GLORIAKAT-TUN
Included as the B-side to KAT-TUN’s debut single “Real Face,” this song was used as the theme for the Volleyball World Grand Champions Cup 2005.
Unlike the hard rock lead track “Real Face,” it offers a refreshing side of KAT-TUN.
While acknowledging the days filled with frustration and hardship, it carries the message of striving toward glorious victory.
I Wish For YouEXILE
A track by EXILE, the first group artist to achieve three consecutive wins at the Japan Record Awards.
It was used as the theme song for the World Volleyball tournament held in 2010.
Additionally, the drama Tomorrow, We’ll Live Again, which also used this song as a tie-in, was produced based on the book left by Yumika Yokoyama, a volleyball player who passed away at the young age of 21.
It’s an encouraging song that conveys the wish to pray for you—who are aiming for the happiness of victory—to be able to attain that happiness.
ClimberGalileo Galilei
“Climber,” released as Galileo Galilei’s 10th single.
It was used as the ending theme for the anime Haikyu!! Second Season.
Haikyu!! is a story serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump that focuses on high school volleyball.
This song conveys the raw, living breath of youths who stake their present on sports—their struggles, impatience, and determination.
[Volleyball Cheer Songs] A comprehensive roundup from official tournament anthems to anime songs! (41–50)
PHOENIXBURNOUT SYNDROMES
An emotional rock tune that blends freshness and power.
It’s a track by the Osaka-born rock band BURNOUT SYNDROMES, released in 2020 as their fifth single.
It was chosen as the opening theme for the anime Haikyuu!! TO THE TOP.
The vocals match the racing rhythm, and Kazumi Kumagai’s straightforward voice feels great.
The lyrics, which firmly reflect the anime’s worldview, are another highlight.
Cha-Cha-Cha ChampionSexy Zone
A number by Sexy Zone has often been used as an image song for volleyball.
Among them, “Cha-Cha-Cha Champion” was selected as the tournament theme song for the FIVB Volleyball World Cup 2015.
Members Kento Nakajima, Fuma Kikuchi, and Shori Sato also served as special navigators for the event, helping to liven up the tournament.
With lyrics that straightforwardly cheer you on and a pop melody, it’s an approachable support song—one that lets you enjoy the match while aiming for victory.