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[Cheer Dance Music] A curated selection of Japanese songs that perfectly match glamorous costumes and choreography!

[Cheer Dance Music] A curated selection of Japanese songs that perfectly match glamorous costumes and choreography!
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[Cheer Dance Music] A curated selection of Japanese songs that perfectly match glamorous costumes and choreography!

Since the release of the film “Cheer☆Dance,” cheer dance has become increasingly popular.

When preparing for a showcase, choosing the right songs can be a real challenge, right?

In this article, we’ve picked out tracks that are perfect for the energetic vibe of cheer dance.

We’ve selected a wide range—from songs with easy-to-follow rhythms to tracks ideal for supporting sports—so take your time discussing with your team and decide together!

Cheer Dance Tracks: A Curated Selection of Japanese Songs Perfect for Dazzling Costumes and Routines (1–10)

Make you happyNiziU

NiziU 『Make you happy』 M/V
Make you happyNiziU

NiziU is a Japanese idol group formed through a joint project between Japan’s Sony Music and Korea’s JYP Entertainment.

Unlike traditional Japanese idol groups, they focus on polished vocals and dance, and enjoy strong popularity across Asia.

Their signature song “Make you happy” became a major hit in Japan, winning fans with its catchy and cute melody.

It’s a perfect track for cheer dance.

Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO

This is a video of a cheer dance performed to a song by the three-piece female rock band SHISHAMO.

This track is an encouraging anthem you’ll want to listen to when you’re feeling down, and its lyrics—sung in their down-to-earth, relatable words—will give you courage.

Many people may have listened to it on their way to school and found the strength to get through the day.

Please enjoy it together with the cheerleading footage.

I’ve gotta do the thing that seems impossible.Sambomasutā

Sambomaster and the Fukui Commercial High School cheerleading team JETS form a tag team! “This is the summer we do the impossible.” Inter-High Support Project
I’ve gotta do the thing that seems impossible.Sambomasutā

Sambomaster is a rock band that always delivers blazing-hot rock with their whole heart and soul.

Their strong messages and the sight of them singing with everything they’ve got have pushed countless people forward—this is their ultimate cheer-on anthem.

Listen to the lyrics, take in their message, and let their powerful performance and vocals, brimming with energy from the depths of the heart, give you courage.

MickeyGorie with Jasmine & Joann

[Official PV] Gorie-chan “Mickey” ~From Heisei to Reiwa~ [Tried Dancing]
MickeyGorie with Jasmine & Joann

A song that became a huge hit as the theme for Matsuura Gorie, portrayed by Gori from Garage Sale.

Released in September 2004, this track captured many hearts with its catchy dance, topping the Oricon chart for two consecutive weeks and earning Platinum certification.

Set against the beautiful scenery of Hawaii, the lyrics poignantly express the feelings of a girl in love.

The message that “love has infinite chances” perfectly matches the energetic vibe of cheer dance.

Highly recommended for those struggling to choose music for a glamorous cheer routine.

With its rhythmic tempo and easy-to-learn choreography, it’s perfect for a fun performance that draws the audience in.

ultramarineYOASOBI

YOASOBI “Gunjou” Official Music Video
ultramarineYOASOBI

A YOASOBI song that depicts the sparkle and hope of youth.

Created through their unique method of turning novels into music, this piece uses the color blue as a symbol to sing about young people’s inner conflicts and their desire for self-realization.

Released in January 2021, it became a long-running hit, appearing on the charts for 182 weeks.

With melodies and lyrics that resonate deeply, it has captivated many listeners.

Its pop, catchy sound and highly relatable, message-driven lyrics make it a perfect choice for cheer dance routines.

Paired with energetic choreography, it’s sure to become a captivating performance for the audience.

idolYOASOBI

YOASOBI "Idol" Official Music Video
idolYOASOBI

A song by YOASOBI, produced as the opening theme for the TV anime “Oshi no Ko,” which sparked major buzz both in Japan and abroad.

It features ikura’s clear, translucent vocals and an irresistibly addictive sound.

The lyrics, which depict the struggles and inner conflicts behind an idol’s facade, strike deeply at listeners’ hearts.

Released digitally in April 2023, the track became a worldwide hit—among other achievements, it was the first Japanese song to reach No.

1 on the Billboard Global Excl.

U.S.

chart.

Its catchy melody and rhythmic development also make it an appealing choice for cheer dance.

It’s a perfect song for those who want to dance with full energy.

I am the strongest.Ado

[Ado] I’m the Strongest (Uta from ONE PIECE FILM RED)
I am the strongest.Ado

A perfect song for cheer dance that powerfully pushes the backs of dancers, with lyrics full of confidence and courage.

Created in August 2022 as an in-film song for ONE PIECE FILM RED, this track is striking for Ado’s powerful vocals and relentlessly positive lyrics.

The words, packed with the feelings of Uta, a main character in the movie, brim with determination to face challenges while carrying everyone’s dreams.

It’s ideal for cheer-dance showcases and cheering on sports events! Put on dazzling costumes and dance with your teammates, and the excitement is sure to reach its peak.

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