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Anime songs that drew attention in 2022. [Popular Songs / Hit Songs]
Anime songs, now indispensable when talking about Japan’s music scene, are popular across generations.
From rock bands to solo singers, countless artists are delivering tracks that bring animation to life.
In this article, we’ve rounded up the anime songs that gained popularity in 2022.
It’s also a great idea to rewatch your favorite titles while enjoying music that matches the story and characters.
Be sure to check out these Reiwa-era tracks that shine in a variety of situations—from karaoke to road trips.
Anime songs that drew attention in 2022. [Popular Tracks / Hit Songs] (1–10)
Deep downNEW!Aimer
Set against a heavy soundscape that captures the sensation of sinking into darkness, this track was featured as the ending theme for Episode 9 of Chainsaw Man.
Its deep introspection, which seems to symbolize the story’s serious turn, is especially compelling.
The lyrics were written by Aimer herself under the name aimerrhythm, with composition by Kazuma Nagasawa and arrangement by Kenji Tamai and Rui Momota.
Released in December 2022 as the title track of the mini-album Deep down, it blends a dreamy arrangement of strings and synthesizers with her husky, resonant vocals that truly strike a chord.
It’s a song that speaks to the depths of your emotions—one to listen to when you want to confront life and death, and the conflicts within.
Fight SongNEW!EVE
An emotional rock number by Eve, featured as the ending theme for episode 12 of the anime.
Released digitally in December 2022, it debuted at No.
26 on Billboard JAPAN’s JAPAN HOT 100.
The lyrics, depicting the conflicts and hopes found in everyday life, resonate deeply with listeners through Eve’s distinctive poetic expression.
Marked by driving guitar sounds and powerful vocals, the track meshes perfectly with the world of Chainsaw Man.
A fitting piece to cap off the final episode, it’s a song that fills you with the courage to look ahead and move forward.
Cerebral rendezvousNEW!Kanaria
This is a landmark piece in which Kanaria, known for delivering numerous hits in the Vocaloid scene, took on the challenge of singing themselves.
Chosen as the ending theme for episode 6 in November 2022, it marked a major turning point for an artist who had previously pursued expression through VOCALOID.
Its blend of electronic sounds and introspective atmosphere interweaves themes of desire and loss, portraying a state of mental turmoil.
Resonating with Denji’s inner conflicts and yearnings, this is a song you’ll want to listen to when you want to delve into the heart of the story.
DOGLANDNEW!PEOPLE 1
The ending theme for Chainsaw Man Episode 10 produced by PEOPLE 1 is this song, released in December 2022.
As the band’s 13th release, it received high acclaim, including reaching No.
1 on Billboard Japan’s Heatseekers Songs.
The track blends a dark, decadent worldview with a sense of everyday life and the possibility of happiness.
Member Deu commented, “Within the vessel of Chainsaw Man, I was able to fully express my underground spirit.” Featuring twin vocals by Ito and Deu woven with an electronic sound, the piece was born from deep love and understanding of the original work.
It’s recommended for those who resonate with the anime’s distinctive atmosphere or want to experience a melodious yet dark soundscape.
first deathNEW!TK from Ling tosite sigure
This is the ending theme for episode 8 of Chainsaw Man by TK, characterized by a composition where a sense of speed and tension intersect.
Released digitally in November 2022 and on CD in December of the same year, the track leaves a strong impression with its aggressive sound that incorporates elements of progressive rock.
The story about TK repeatedly rewatching the series to grasp its world during production also conveys his deep respect for the anime.
The sensibilities honed through his band work with Ling tosite sigure naturally meld into the piece.
With its chaotic developments and meticulous structure, this high-energy rock number is stirring and impactful.
tablet (pill)NEW!TOOBOE
A song by TOOBOE that was featured in episode 4 of an anime that drew attention for its innovative weekly-changing ending themes.
It’s the title track of the EP “Jōzai” released in November 2022.
The sound design blends raw intensity—interwoven with shouts and noise—with a perfectly balanced catchiness.
The music video by the visual unit “Gitaisuru Meta” is an experimental piece that juxtaposes extremity and comedy, using a tale of love and hate as its motif.
The track is also included on the album “Stupid dog” and is regarded as one of TOOBOE’s signature works.
Highly recommended for those who want to immerse themselves in the world of the piece.
CHAINSAW BLOODNEW!Vaundy
This piece, chosen as the ending theme for Episode 1 of Chainsaw Man, is a song that Vaundy—who has read the original manga many times—created with deep respect for its world.
Upon its release in October 2022, it became a hit, surpassing 100 million streams.
Its sound—featuring a weighty rhythm section, compressed bass, and a pop-leaning melody coexisting within a dark atmosphere—brilliantly captures the work’s themes of destruction and impulse.
The sonic impact that unfolds from the spoken-like phrases in the interlude is overwhelming.
It’s a track I’d recommend not only to anime fans but also to anyone who enjoys modern rock sounds.