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[Popular] A compilation of anime songs that were hits in 2020

A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerWakachan Araki
I started playing guitar in middle school and focused on band activities during my student years. I’ve been a hobbyist Vocaloid producer for over 15 years. After entering the workforce, I gained experience in various roles, including event sound engineering and videography/photography. As a writer, I’ve contributed introduction articles for music and manga websites, and in 2022 I had the opportunity to write the bonus liner notes for IA SUPER BEST. My specialties are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.

People say that the things you fall in love with in your teens will stay with you for life—does that ring true for you? We all probably have special works—films, novels, music, anime—that feel like “this is it” for us.

In this article, we’re introducing anime songs that were popular in 2020! Just listening to them brings those unforgettable scenes from their respective anime flooding back.

Be sure to read to the end and experience the synergy between anime and music!

[Popular] Compilation of Anime Songs That Hit in 2020 (11–20)

A bird in a cageYourness

A Bird in a Cage / Yourness – TV Anime “Sing "Yesterday" for Me” Theme Song

Jujones, the bird in the cage

Songs that portray delicate emotions and introspection are capturing the hearts of anime fans.

The ending theme for “Sing Yesterday for Me,” created by yourness, is a piece that layers the changing seasons with inner conflict.

Yuji Kurokawa’s gentle vocals softly envelop listeners.

Released digitally in April 2020, it was later included on the December 2020 album “6 case.” Alongside its wistful melody, the lyrics that encourage dialogue with oneself leave a strong impression.

Universal themes—such as the aching feeling of caring for someone important and lingering attachments to the past—resonate with many.

Highly recommended for anyone who wants to immerse themselves in warm, heart-touching music.

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Placation-and-coaxing negotiationKano

Kano - “Calm and Coax Negotiation” [OFFICIAL] “Uzaki-chan Wants to Hang Out!” Opening Theme

Soothing and Coaxing Negotiation Kano

This is a song by Kano, a singer who rose to popularity through her activities as a vocalist on video-sharing sites.

It was released in 2020 as her sixth single and was used as the opening theme for the anime “Uzaki-chan Wants to Hang Out!” The lively sound arrangement, which carries a touch of funk, pairs wonderfully with the bright melody line.

Kano’s bouncy vocals are delightful as well! The lyrics, themed around the push and pull of human relationships, are also striking.

It’s an anime song I recommend when you want to boost your energy.

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In conclusion

There were also many works that became hits beyond the confines of the anime-song genre.

I bet some of those tracks are already in your playlist.

Through music, discover anime; through anime, discover music—let’s keep multiplying the things we love through their synergy!