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

I Don’t CareEd Sheeran & Justin Bieber

Ed Sheeran & Justin Bieber – I Don’t Care [Official Music Video]

Delivered by the powerhouse duo of Ed Sheeran and Justin Bieber, this track is irresistibly poppy and easy on the ears.

The relaxed restraint in both of their vocals, paired with the title “I Don’t Care,” makes it feel like the kind of song that lets you forget the bad and the tough, and spend the best day with a friend or lover.

Don’t Let Me Down ft. DayaThe Chainsmokers

The Chainsmokers – Don’t Let Me Down (Official Video) ft. Daya

This is a track by the DJ unit The Chainsmokers—who keep energizing parties around the world with their outstanding songwriting and performances—featuring a female guest vocalist.

The arrangement ramps up powerfully toward the chorus, naturally lifting your spirits, and the emotional beat and vocals in the chorus are sure to switch us ON.

Turn Down for WhatDJ Snake, Lil Jon

DJ Snake, Lil Jon – Turn Down for What

The true essence of electronic music where madness and frenzy intertwine.

Born from the collaboration between French DJ Snake and American artist Lil Jon, this track marks the arrival of an overwhelming party anthem.

After its release in December 2013, it reached No.

4 on the U.

S.

Billboard charts and sold over 8 million copies.

Fusing heavy bass beats with energetic shouts, this piece embodies a rebellious spirit that asks: why does the party have to end? Its powerful sound was widely acclaimed across various media, featuring in the film Furious 7 and in a Pepsi Super Bowl commercial.

It’s the perfect track for moments when you want to go full throttle on adrenaline—whether for training, hyping up before a game, or igniting a party scene.

RoarKaty Perry

Katy Perry – Roar

Katy Perry brings us a song packed with a powerful message about rediscovering our inner strength.

Featured on her album Prism, this track from the American singer is a rousing anthem that traces the emotional journey of overcoming hardship and reclaiming one’s true self.

Set to a buoyant sound, the lyrics awaken inner courage and underscore the importance of speaking your mind with confidence.

Released in August 2013, it topped the charts in both the U.

S.

and the U.

K.

Beloved in the sports world as well, it was performed at the Super Bowl and used as Serena Williams’s theme song at the 2014 US Open.

It’s the perfect track when you want to move forward with confidence or boost your spirits.

Watch Out For ThisMajor Lazer

Major Lazer – Watch Out For This (Bumaye)(feat. Busy Signal The Flexican & FS Green)(Visualizer)

An energetic anthem powered by an explosive beat that fuses dancehall and EDM.

Released by America’s Major Lazer in 2013 from the album “Free the Universe,” this track is a fervent party tune inspired by Jamaica’s dancehall scene.

Its basic rhythm is exquisitely blended with musical elements from the Caribbean, creating an irresistible groove that ignites the dance floor.

It gained global attention, appearing in the trailer for the French film “Qu’est-ce qu’on a fait au Bon Dieu?” and in a Pepsi commercial featuring soccer player Messi.

It’s a perfect song to boost unity across the venue during school sports days or pep rallies.

Hey MickeySweet California

Sweet California – Hey Mickey (Videoclip Oficial)

A pop tune by Sweet California that candidly voices a woman’s feelings in love over an uptempo, bright melody.

It portrays both the strength of her feelings for the person she likes and the frustration of that person’s ambiguous attitude, beautifully expressing the joys and pains of romance.

Released in 2014 as a track on the album “Break of Day,” this work is a cover of the song that American singer Toni Basil turned into a massive hit in 1982.

Its energetic rhythm and contemporary arrangement blend perfectly, making it a popular song frequently used at sporting events and on television.

It’s a surefire crowd-pleaser for cheer dance and party scenes.

With a rhythm ideal for captivating performances and universally relatable lyrics, this track is an uplifting choice for high-energy moments.

Lose YourselfEminem

Eminem – Lose Yourself

Eminem is a rapper who represents the hip-hop world, with a film based on his life, 8 Mile, among his achievements.

Among his works since the 1990s, his signature song is Lose Yourself.

You’ll be moved by the way he delivers the lyrics about hunger and ambition with raw emotion.

You can experience his flow, which is both stylish and emotional.

It’s perfect for anyone who wants to project a cool image in a school festival performance or showcase.

Give a listen to this deep track that sets teens’ hearts on fire.