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[Western Music] Official Olympic Theme and Cheer Song [2026]

[Western Music] Official Olympic Theme and Cheer Song [2026]

Last updated:2026/1/23

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Nice to meet you. I’m Yuko S. I teach yoga, meditation, and Laughter Yoga Music. I offer Laughter Yoga Music because ensuring children’s psychological safety fosters the development of their brains and minds and helps them cultivate their talents. I have produced many Laughter Yoga Music recreation sessions that simply let people enjoy laughter, music, and dance—connecting India and Japan via Zoom for both children and adults. My track record includes regularly held Nerima Laughter Yoga classes, regularly held Kichijoji Laughter Yoga Music classes, and occasional Laughter Yoga Music events. I’m currently involved in various kinds of work, and as I began facing myself more deeply, I continued studying NLP—sometimes called an instruction manual for the brain and mind—as well as the deeper unconscious realms of the psyche; I now also work as a psychological therapist. I love music, too. Back in my student days, I was such a big fan of the band LÄ-PPISCH that I even joined their fan club. I was a total live-music girl, spending most of my part-time earnings on indie concert tickets, lol. I listen to music across genres, and since I’ve lived in India, I especially listen to a lot of Indian music.

The Olympics, the world’s largest sporting event, has the power to move people’s hearts in any era.

We’re deeply stirred by the sight of athletes who have trained their minds and bodies with incredible discipline for this very day, giving their all on the stage of the present—and their efforts give courage even to those of us who are only watching.

What elevates those emotions even further is the presence of a great theme song.

In this article, we’ve selected renowned international tracks, focusing on official Olympic theme songs while also including commercial tunes from Olympic sponsors and other related songs.

Regardless of genre, we’ll bring you a variety of classics and fan favorites—enjoy!

[Western Music] Official Olympic Theme and Cheer Songs [2026] (1–10)

Mea Culpa (Ah! Ça ira!)GOJIRA

Gojira – Mea Culpa (Ah! Ça ira!) [OFFICIAL VIDEO]

Mea Culpa (Ah! Ça ira!)GOJIRA

Many of you probably remember the performance at the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics held in July 2024 that left a powerful impression on audiences worldwide.

This historic piece, a bold arrangement of a famous revolutionary song, featured a collaboration between Gojira, France’s leading heavy metal band, and opera singer Marina Viotti.

Accompanied by a spectacle of flames erupting from the Conciergerie, the imposing sound fused the ferocity of metal with the grandeur of opera, overwhelming viewers.

It went on to earn high acclaim beyond the ceremony itself, winning Best Metal Performance at the Grammy Awards in February 2025.

It’s perfect for moments when you want to fire yourself up or feel an overwhelming surge of energy.

Be sure to check it out.

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Drop It Like It’s Hot (ft. Pharrell Williams)Snoop Dogg

Snoop Dogg & Dr Dre at the #Paris2024 Closing Ceremony

Drop It Like It's Hot (ft. Pharrell Williams)Snoop Dogg

Snoop Dogg is an iconic figure in West Coast hip-hop who, in recent years, has also become popular as a commentator and TV personality.

The track in question was included on his 2004 album R&G (Rhythm & Gangsta): The Masterpiece.

Featuring producer Pharrell Williams as a guest, it’s characterized by a minimalist beat pared down to the extreme, punctuated by tongue clicks and finger snaps.

At the closing ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympics, he performed this song as part of the handover to the next host city, Los Angeles, electrifying audiences around the world.

It’s the perfect track for anyone wanting to savor the afterglow of the Games while feeling the cool breeze of the West Coast.

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NightcallKavinsky

JO PARIS 2024 – Le magnifique “Nightcall” par PHOENIX, ANGÈLE et KAVINSKY au Stade de France

NightcallKavinsky

Kavinsky is a French producer known for his retro-futuristic style reminiscent of ’80s movies and video games.

This track is an electro-pop classic, marked by wistful synth tones that feel like racing down a highway at night and guest vocals that are cold yet alluring.

Originally released as a single in 2010, it gained worldwide popularity after opening the 2011 film Drive.

More recently, many will remember the performance at the closing ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympics, where a dreamlike stage with Phoenix captivated viewers.

It’s a perfect song not only for night drives but also for quietly stoking your fighting spirit.

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Birds of a FeatherBillie Eilish

Billie Eilish – BIRDS OF A FEATHER (Live from The LA28 Olympic Handover)

Birds of a FeatherBillie Eilish

Billie Eilish, a singer-songwriter who symbolizes the contemporary music scene and has won numerous awards.

“Birds of a Feather,” included on her album HIT ME HARD AND SOFT released in May 2024, became a global hit.

It’s also fresh in our memory that she performed the song at the Paris 2024 Olympic closing ceremony in August, celebrating the handover to the next host city, Los Angeles.

Set to a light, poppy melody, the lyrics express an intense, unwavering love that won’t part even in death, and a yearning for an eternal bond.

The sound, honed together with her brother Finneas, evokes a poignant, aching beauty that tightens the chest with every listen.

It’s a highly recommended track for moments when you want to reaffirm your unchanging love for someone special.

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Harder Than You ThinkPublic Enemy

Public Enemy – Harder Than You Think – UK Paralympics Version

Harder Than You ThinkPublic Enemy

Many people can’t help but feel their hearts swell when they hear the resounding blare of horns and a heavy, thunderous beat.

Public Enemy—a group that changed hip-hop history with socially charged messages and innovative sound.

The classic “Harder Than You Think” comes from their 2007 album, How You Sell Soul to a Soulless People Who Sold Their Soul?, released to mark the group’s 20th anniversary.

In fact, years after its release, the track enjoyed a massive resurgence when it was used in Channel 4’s campaign for the London 2012 Paralympics in August, becoming a huge hit in the UK.

Its powerful lyrics and sound, which feel like they’re pushing back against adversity, make it perfect before a sporting event or at any crucial moment when you want to fire yourself up.

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