Western pop/rock cheer songs recommended for sports days and athletic festivals. Cheer songs from around the world.

I Gotta FeelingThe Black Eyed Peas

The Black Eyed Peas – I Gotta Feeling (Official Music Video)

A song known as an energetic, uplifting anthem was released in June 2009 by Los Angeles–based The Black Eyed Peas.

Featured on the album “The E.

N.

D.

,” it blends a positive vibe with a danceable beat and spent 14 consecutive weeks at No.

1 on the Billboard Hot 100.

It became a massive hit, topping the charts in more than 20 countries worldwide.

Celebrating hope for a bright future, it has captured listeners’ hearts across the globe as a defining party-night track.

Perfect not only for clubs and stages but also for sports events and festivals—any scene where big crowds come together to celebrate.

At the 52nd Grammy Awards, it won Best Pop Performance, underscoring its musical excellence.

Move Your FeetJunior Senior

Junior Senior – Move Your Feet (Official music video, HD)

A fervent dance anthem released in 2002 by Junior Senior, the Danish dance-pop duo that embodies the essence of dance music.

With energetic beats and a unifying, positive message, it celebrates the joy of people coming together through music.

Featured on the album “D-D-Don’t Don’t Stop the Beat,” the track became a major hit, peaking at No.

3 on the UK Singles Chart, and was featured in the films “White Chicks” and “Trolls.” Its distinctive pixel-art music video also drew attention, with visuals by Shynola winning over many viewers.

It’s the perfect song for moments when you want to unite everyone—like at school sports days—or to amp up the energy at a party.

Uptown FunkMark Ronson

Mark Ronson – Uptown Funk (Official Video) ft. Bruno Mars

This is a super uplifting funk track by DJ Mike Ronson.

The opening guitar, the effectively used synthesizers, and above all, the break coming out of the verse that sends the energy soaring, followed by an explosive chorus, make a strong impression.

Listening to this song makes your body move naturally and lifts your spirits.

Let yourself be carried by the power of the horn section and the vocals.

What Do You Mean?Justin Bieber

Justin Bieber – What Do You Mean?

Starting with the sound of a ticking second hand and Justin’s sweet vocals, this track kicks off perfectly, highlighted by a sexy, drama-style music video.

It’s also a song infused with encouragement for those taking on a challenge.

With its crisp rhythm and beautiful singing, it’s ideal for pumping yourself up before a big moment or in the locker room.

Shake It OffTaylor Swift

Taylor Swift – Shake It Off

One of Taylor Swift’s signature songs, this high-tempo track pairs powerful drums with Taylor’s vocals that rise to the challenge, delivering a performance that lifts your spirits to the max.

Beyond its stellar sound, the message and lyrics—imbued with Taylor’s straightforward conviction—carry a reassuring strength that can blow away even our small worries.

Right before a make-or-break moment, put this song on and blast away the noise.

Counting StarsOneRepublic

OneRepublic – Counting Stars

This is a work released in June 2013 by OneRepublic, a pop-rock band from the United States.

It expresses the emotions of modern people swayed by materialism and anxiety about the future through an impressive folk-pop sound.

Included on the 2013 album “Native,” it became a major hit, reaching No.

2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No.

1 in the UK.

Used in the end credits of the film “Earth to Echo” and in the TV drama “Rookie Blue,” this song offers courage and hope in the face of adversity.

It also makes a great background track for school sports days, encouraging a spirit of challenge.

Get LoudCoi Leray

Coi Leray – Get Loud (Official Music Video)

An up-tempo cheer song packed with passionate energy has the power to heighten a venue’s sense of unity.

Created by U.

S.

-born Coi Leray, this track—released in June 2023—serves as an anthem celebrating powerful female athletes.

Featured on the album “COI,” it brilliantly embodies the fusion of sports and entertainment.

Produced in collaboration with BOSE, it also drew attention as an unofficial anthem for the 2023 FIFA World Cup.

Infused with the desire to support the achievements of women athletes, it’s recommended for competitive events like school sports days and field days, where you want to strengthen team cohesion.