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

On The Floor ft. PitbullJennifer Lopez

Jennifer Lopez – On The Floor ft. Pitbull

An electro-house dance tune that paints a feverish night on the dance floor.

Born from a star-studded collaboration between American artist Jennifer Lopez and rapper Pitbull, this track brilliantly fuses Latin pop with club music.

Since its release in February 2011, it has topped the charts in more than 18 countries worldwide and achieved an astonishing 8.

4 million downloads.

Also featured on the album LOVE?, the song captures the exhilaration of a party celebrating youth and freedom, infused with a universal message of connecting people around the world through dance.

Its refreshing energy makes it perfect as background music for cheer dance routines and school sports festivals, and it’s an ideal number to amp up glamorous events.

CirclesPost Malone

Post Malone – Circles (Official Music Video)

A mellow number by rapper Post Malone, this song feels like it heals the hearts of those who’ve experienced heartbreak or other failures.

Malone’s sorrowful vocals ride over a band-driven track, shaping the atmosphere of the piece.

The gentle tone makes it a beautiful song, yet it carries a profound depth and a quiet, uplifting power.

GirlfriendAvril Lavigne

Avril Lavigne – Girlfriend (Official Video)

This is a song by a hugely popular Canadian singer.

Among her tracks, this one is especially melodic, catchy, and upbeat—perfect for school sports festivals where energy and excitement matter! After all, it’s best to choose a song everyone knows.

All NighterTiësto

Tiësto – All Nighter (Official Music Video)

Tiësto, a DJ and music producer from the Netherlands.

His track “All Nighter,” which puts his unique musical style front and center, is a perfect dance number with pleasantly bouncing synthesizer sounds.

Tiësto is especially skilled at crafting impactful tracks, and this one is no exception—the brief moment of silence right before the chorus serves as a great hook.

It could also be a great arrangement choice to make that spot a highlight in a dance performance!

Song 2Blur

Blur – Song 2 (Official Music Video)

When it comes to songs perfect for sports days and athletic festivals, this track by Blur is the obvious choice.

From the opening guitar riff, its invigorating groove is in full swing.

Released in April 1997, it reached No.

2 on the UK Singles Chart and became a major hit in the United States as well.

Featured on the album “Blur,” the song is only 2 minutes and 2 seconds long, yet its energetic sound is guaranteed to fire up any venue.

Both athletes and spectators will be swept up in the exhilaration.

With the power to complement intense sports moments, it’s ideal for sharing in settings brimming with youth and excitement.

We Don’t Need a HeroEdguy

Edguy – We Don’t Need a Hero

This is a track by a popular German melodic power metal band.

Among their songs, this one stands out as remarkably melodic and catchy, and you can feel its fast-paced energy! Wouldn’t it be a perfect anthem to bring a melodic, fiery vibe to a school sports festival?

All My Life ft. J. ColeLil Durk

Lil Durk – All My Life ft. J. Cole

The powerful collaboration track All My Life ft.

J.

Cole by Lil Durk and J.

Cole conveys a message that, despite the trials and obstacles they faced in life, they ultimately achieved success.

The two American artists address issues young people grapple with—such as poverty, crime, and social oppression—while emphasizing the importance of overcoming these challenges without giving in.

Released in May 2023, the song has been highly acclaimed on charts around the world.

In particular, Lil Durk’s lyrics—shaped by the loss of many family members to ongoing conflicts—carry a profound message.

It’s a song I recommend not only for school sports days, but also as one that can support you through life.