Anime songs that hype up the after-party: recommended bangers and popular tracks

I’m Kyoro-chan!Chacha

Kyoro-chan OP2 “Me Kyoro-chan!” Chacha

This is the opening theme song from when Kyoro-chan, the mascot made famous by the Choco Ball candies, was adapted into an anime.

Its distinctive melody is catchy, making it a bright, upbeat number.

It’s a song you can enjoy at karaoke while feeling a touch of nostalgia.

Give me an unbalanced kissHiro Takahashi

Unbalanced Kiss (with lyrics) FULL - Yu Yu Hakusho ED3

This is the ending theme song from Yu Yu Hakusho episodes 60 to 83.

It can capture the entire Jump generation.

Girls are bound to be weak for Koenma-sama’s young version! Definitely try cosplaying as Koenma-sama and singing it at karaoke.

You’ll be popular.

A Cruel Angel's ThesisYoko Takahashi

A Cruel Angel's Thesis – Yoko Takahashi (Full)

Famous as the theme song of Neon Genesis Evangelion, this track is a high-energy, uptempo killer tune.

Though it’s in a minor key, its cool, melodic vibe is a big part of its appeal.

In the original, the excitement peaks at the end of the chorus with the line, “Young boy, become a legend!” It’s a classic, crowd-pleasing karaoke favorite.

Offer up your heartLinked Horizon

Offer up your hearts!

This is the song that was tied in as the opening theme throughout Season 2 of the anime Attack on Titan.

It’s a track where we’d love to capture Linked Horizon’s—aka LinHori’s—signature grandeur, and it’s especially recommended for confident singers.

Since all the lyrics are in Japanese, it should be relatively easier to sing compared to some of their other songs.

Personally, the key change in the final chorus is particularly memorable.

Wings of FreedomLinked Horizon

Wings of Freedom

This is the tie-in song used for the second half of Season 1 of the anime Attack on Titan.

It’s a big band piece that also features a grand orchestra, and this track, too, conveys an astonishing sense of scale.

Because the anime is so famous, many people have heard it, and since the lyrics also weave in German, just being able to sing this song will draw attention.

Catch You Catch Megummy (candy)

Cardcaptor Sakura OP 1 – Catch You Catch Me! Hinata Megumi

This is the first opening theme song of the hugely popular anime Cardcaptor Sakura, which aired on NHK.

It’s also well known for having lyrics and music written by Kohmi Hirose.

The song portrays the feelings of a girl with an unrequited crush, and it’s a bright, cute piece.

Love is the slave of chaos.Creeping Up From Behind Team G

Haiyore! Nyaruko-san – Love Is the Slave of Chaos

Speaking of Nyarko-san, the strongest impression is the first season opening “U! Nya!”, but isn’t this the one that really gets the crowd going at karaoke? It’s read as “Koi wa Kaosu no Shimobe Nari.” With its fast-paced, packed melody and relentless lyrics, it’s a song that truly tests the singer’s skill—but precisely because of that, there’s no doubt you’ll be hyped if you make it through to the end.