Cheer songs you’ll want to sing at karaoke. Classic crowd-pleasing anthems that get everyone pumped

OKOoochie Koochie

Ooochie Koochie 「OK」Lyric Video

An official cheering song for the Hiroshima Toyo Carp, arranged in a modern style from late-’70s disco sounds.

It’s included on the album “Ooochie Koochie,” released in April 2025.

The fiery performance by Tamio Okuda and Koji Kikkawa of Ooochie Koochie electrifies the stadium during games.

This piece sings of the courage to face forward and move ahead, and the bonds of walking together with teammates, brimming with a powerful, uplifting message that feels like a push on your back.

It’s a recommended track when you want to strive toward your goals or share passionate energy with your teammates on the road to victory.

GONGSixTONES

SixTONES – GONG [YouTube ver.]

This is a high-energy anthem that charges toward victory, fusing powerful sound with fiery vocals.

Its positive message—“I don’t want to lose, I won’t give up”—carries a compelling force that only the six members of SixTONES can deliver.

Released in July 2024 and featured as an insert song for the Nippon TV drama ACMA:GAME, the track is marked by siren-like guitar riffs and a heavy beat.

Before an important match or decisive moment, and when gearing up to fight alongside your teammates, this song is sure to ignite anyone’s fighting spirit.

Further awayRemioromen

Remioromen – Farther (Music Video Short ver.)

This is Remioromen’s 12th single (13th overall).

It was also used as the theme song for Fuji TV’s coverage of the Beijing Olympics.

The feelings infused in the lyrics really come through and it’s a song that cheers you on.

Kaikai KitanEVE

Kaikai Kitan – Eve MV

This is a song by Eve with lyrics that seem to tell the story of humanity’s mysterious endeavors and an impressive, fast-paced sound.

Its unique worldview—dark yet infused with hope—gives you the courage to keep facing yourself.

Released in October 2020, the track was chosen as the opening theme for the first season of the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen and has surpassed 400 million streams.

Seamlessly fused with the anime’s world, this piece will surely give you a gentle push when you feel like you’re losing your sense of self, when you’re lost, or when you’ve come to a standstill.

Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI

SEKAI NO OWARI “Highest Altitude”

This is a song by SEKAI NO OWARI, written as the theme song for the TV anime One Piece and released as a digital-only single on September 17, 2023.

Many listeners were likely encouraged by its lyrics, which say, “The painful things are already in the past—though you may feel like giving up, summon your courage and keep moving forward.” Ranking high among the most popular One Piece theme songs of all time, this track is an inspiring anthem that can prompt action for those who are afraid to move on because they’re caught up in past failures or who just need the courage to take the first step.

from hereSixTONES

SixTONES – From Here [YouTube ver.]

This is an uplifting anthem that fuses hip-hop, breakbeats, and a live band to convey youthful strength and passion.

It transforms negative emotions like inferiority and jealousy into driving forces, delivering a resonant message to keep moving forward while believing in the potential of an ordinary self.

The mic relay performed by the six members of SixTONES showcases their distinctive expressive power, giving listeners a motivating push.

Released in June 2023 as the theme song for the Nippon TV drama “However, We Have Passion,” the track topped the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

It’s a reassuring song that gently supports and encourages those who are struggling to take the first step toward their dreams.

Double Double FIGHT!CANDY TUNE

[MV] CANDY TUNE “Bai Bai FIGHT!”

This is a CANDY TUNE song released in April 2024, filled with positive vibes and energetic sound as a cheering anthem.

The lyrics, carried by the melody, convey the importance of caring for and loving others, as well as the strength to push forward toward your goals.

What stands out in this work is the upbeat rhythm that’s fun to enjoy with dance, and the vocal parts that highlight each member’s individuality.

On TikTok, a unique dance where the members line up in a single vertical file and pop out to the sides drew attention and took the top spot on the charts.

Riding that momentum, their commemorative tour across Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka included two additional days at Makuhari Event Hall.

It’s a song that resonates with the younger generation who enjoy social media and with everyone who strives hard every day.