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

Rolling starYUI

YUI – Rolling Star (Official Audio)

This song was used as the opening theme for the TV Tokyo anime BLEACH.

It’s cool and catchy, and since it was also used in commercials, I think many people have heard it.

It’s a fun track to sing together, so it’s a recommended pick for karaoke.

Space Battleship YamatoIsao Sasaki

Space Battleship Yamato (1) / Isao Sasaki + The Royal Knights

Famous as the theme song of Space Battleship Yamato, a beloved classic for many years, this piece is popular with people of all ages.

With a melody and lyrics that everyone has heard at least once, it’s an uplifting song perfect for singing together.

Let It Go ~Ari no mama de~Elsa

Disney’s Frozen “Let It Go” Sequence Performed by Idina Menzel

This is an insert song from Disney’s smash hit film Frozen, known to everyone.

In the Japanese version, it’s performed by Takako Matsu, who plays Elsa.

It’s a powerful, uplifting song about accepting your true self and taking a bold step forward, guaranteed to soar during the chorus.

Butter-FlyKoji Wada

Butter-Fly – Kouji Wada (Full) (Digimon Adventure OP)

Famous as the theme song for the anime Digimon Adventure, this track features a cool guitar riff and delivers a rock-style band sound throughout.

It’s full of pop, catchy phrases—truly a karaoke classic.

Innovative☆Metamorphose!Umaru Doma

LIVE!! Innovative☆Metamorphose! Full ver. performed by Umaru Doma (CV: Aimi Tanaka) herself

This is the opening theme song of Himouto! Umaru-chan.

Definitely try singing the intro with a shout! Even that bored-looking boss at the after-party will surely turn this way! Be sure to order Umaru-chan’s favorites—potato chips and cola—via room service before you dive in.

Love DestinyYui Horie

[“BEST ALBUM” out September 20!] “Love Destiny” by Yui Horie — TV commercial spot ②

This is one of voice actress Yui Horie’s signature songs! It’s the opening theme for Sister Princess.

The melody and lyrics fit the anime perfectly, telling the story of the protagonist and his twelve little sisters.

It’s moving to think that this anime featured many now-super-famous female voice actresses back when they were newcomers.

I'm Doraemon.Nobuyo Ōyama, Korogi ’73

[KameKore Op.02] I’m Doraemon – Chameleon Music Corps

There are several famous theme songs for the nationally beloved anime Doraemon, but the one I’ll introduce this time is “Boku Doraemon,” known for its iconic opening lines, “Attama tekkateka, saete pika pika.” Its lively, upbeat rhythm and Doraemon’s energetic singing voice make a strong impression.