Get Fired Up! A Collection of Anime Songs to Hype Up Your Sports Day and Athletic Festival
Just hearing them can make your heart surge with passion, or lift you up when you’re feeling down—anime songs have a mysterious power, don’t they?
In this article, we’ve gathered anime songs that are perfect for sports days and athletic festivals.
These are all classic tracks that will fire you up—whether you’re thinking, “We’re going to win for sure!” or “I want to make the best memories with my friends!”
We’ve carefully selected songs recommended for a wide range of ages, from preschool and kindergarten sports days to high school athletic festivals, so feel free to use them as references for BGM or dance routines.
Get Fired Up! Anime Songs to Hype Up Sports Days and Athletic Festivals (1–10)
Curtain callYuri
This is a song by Yuuri featuring an exhilarating, up-tempo rock melody and lyrics filled with hope as two people strive to understand each other.
It powerfully and directly sings of the protagonist’s strong resolve to keep pursuing the path they believe in, while showing empathy toward those they stand opposed to.
A rousing cheer song that gives you a push to chase dreams together with teammates at sports days and athletic festivals, it was released in July 2024 and chosen as the opening theme for Season 7, Cour 2 of the popular anime My Hero Academia.
It’s a track we especially recommend to everyone competing with friends, helping one another, and giving their all toward their goals.
Miracle of BondsMAN WITH A MISSION×milet
A powerful rock sound that pierces the dark night and milet’s clear, transparent vocals make this collaboration with MAN WITH A MISSION unforgettable.
It unfolds a dramatic world of courage in the face of adversity and the bonds shared with cherished companions.
Released in May 2023, it drew attention as the opening theme for the TV anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Swordsmith Village Arc.
Portraying friends joining forces and taking steady steps toward their dreams, this track is sure to stir the heart as march music for sports festivals and field days, or as uplifting BGM for performances.
HeroYOASOBI
A heart-thumping YOASOBI track packed tightly with passionate emotion, released in September 2023 as the opening theme for the TV anime “Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End.” Its powerful melody and brisk rhythm create an impression filled with hope, conveying the protagonist’s resolve to keep moving forward throughout the story.
It’s the perfect song when you want the courage to share time with precious companions and take a new step.
It will make the moments of running together and competing all the more wonderful.
I am the strongest.Ado
A powerful anthem of will and resolve from the film ONE PIECE FILM RED.
Released by Ado in June 2022, the song is notable for lyrics brimming with self-affirmation that wells up from deep within and heartfelt care for one’s companions.
The energetic, exhilarating rock sound crafted by Motoki Omori of Mrs.
GREEN APPLE and Ado’s distinctive vocals truly shine.
The song expresses the feelings of the film’s character Uta, depicting the process of acknowledging one’s own weaknesses and anxieties while overcoming them to grow stronger.
It’s a perfect track for rallying yourself at a sports day or athletic festival, or when you want to strive together with your teammates.
BOW AND ARROWKenshi Yonezu
A song released by Kenshi Yonezu in January 2025 as the opening theme for the TV anime “Medalist,” set in the world of figure skating.
Its driving rhythm and powerful melody vividly capture the heat and dynamism of sport.
Yonezu, a fan of the original work, personally approached the production to create the theme, reflecting his deep affection for the series.
The themes of “challenge” and “growth” depicted here resonate strongly with listeners, alongside the skaters who shine on the ice.
When it was first unveiled in the anime’s non-credit opening sequence, it drew a huge response, amplified by the characters’ passionate performance scenes.
It’s a perfect track for anyone striving through sports or aiming for a goal together with their teammates.
OtonokeCreepy Nuts
The opening theme of the TV anime Dandadan captivates listeners with beats that get under your skin and intelligent wordplay.
Its world built around the theme of the occult blends perfectly with a high-velocity sound, expressing—through an occult lens—the way music seizes the human heart.
The unique atmosphere, where eeriness and dynamism coexist, further accentuates the anime’s worldview.
This track is perfect for moments when you want to boost your spirits or take on a new challenge.
With Creepy Nuts’ signature powerful sound, it’s sure to energize events like sports days and athletic festivals.
Crimson Lotus FlowerLiSA
An anime song that became a massive hit from 2019 to 2020.
It was used as the opening theme for the anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba.
Many people were surely captivated by LiSA’s pure, straightforward vocals.
The slight hint of traditional Japanese flavor is also appealing, isn’t it? That mysterious quality makes it feel even more powerful.
At school sports festivals or athletic meets, this familiar song would be perfect to aim for victory.
How about singing it together to cheer everyone on?