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[Anison × Rock] A compilation of anime songs performed by rock bands

DancerFukkun:)Tatsuki Fukuda
Primarily active in Tokyo, I have experience as a backup dancer for artists, a music video dancer, and a commercial dancer. I continue to work as a dancer while also engaging in article production. After discovering Michael Jackson in junior high school, I began dancing in my second year of high school. Since starting dance, in addition to the J-Pop and Japanese rock I had been listening to, I began exploring Western R&B, rap, alternative music, and other tracks commonly used for dance. In elementary school, I spent three years in a choir, and because I love singing, I often go to karaoke for fun. These days, I enjoy a wide range of music, from Japanese rock and rap to K-pop.
Bassist and radio listenercucumber roll (kappa maki)
A Kyoto-based bassist who loves radio and ska punk. I mostly inhabit the ani-radio scene, but I’m not a professional. I’m a bit unusual in that I’ve built up my anison knowledge through ani-radio. My love of ska punk centers on Japanese bands. I’ve also worked as a staffer at a music studio. I’m always running around in circles every day.

In recent years, it’s become the norm for popular rock bands to handle anime theme songs!

High-energy, fast-paced Japanese rock is a perfect fit for hyping up anime.

These days, many bands have gone nationwide thanks to anime tie-ins, and there are plenty of people who got into anime, fell in love with the theme song, and then became fans of the band.

So in this article, we’ll be showcasing a bunch of anime songs created by rock bands!

A must-read for rock band lovers and anime fans alike.

[Anison × Rock] A Collection of Anime Songs Sung by Rock Bands (71–80)

Re:memberFLOW

FLOW “Re:member” Music Video (TV Tokyo anime ‘NARUTO’ opening theme)

Re:memberFLOW

FLOW’s anime tie-up song themed around hope for the future and rebirth features striking, powerful guitar riffs and energetic twin vocals.

The lyrics, born from the band members’ experiences overcoming trials, carry a determination to move forward without forgetting the past and a message about the importance of walking together with your companions.

Released in May 2006 and used as the eighth opening theme for the TV anime Naruto, the song reached No.

12 on the Oricon charts and stayed on the charts for eight consecutive weeks.

It is also included on the album FLOW ANIME BEST Kiwami and remains a staple at their live shows.

It’s a recommended track for those who want to sing nostalgic anime songs or cherish memories with friends.

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trapThe Back Horn

THE BACK HORN “Trap” Music Video

Trap The Back Horn

The anime Mobile Suit Gundam has released numerous series over the years and is popular across a wide range of generations.

For one of its entries, Mobile Suit Gundam 00, THE BACK HORN’s “Wana” was chosen as the ending theme.

Released in 2007, this song marked the band’s first tie-in with an anime.

Its distinctive lyrics draw you into a worldview that feels like scenes from a different, unreal world.

The rock sound that darkens and deepens that world carries a heavy weight you can feel in your gut.

Highly recommended for those who want to immerse themselves in an otherworldly experience!

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Eye’s SentryUVERworld

TV anime “Blue Exorcist: The Shimane Illuminati Saga” OP movie | UVERworld ‘Eye’s Sentry’

Eye's SentryUVERworld

This song from UVERworld is striking for its powerful rock sound.

It was also chosen as the opening theme for the anime Blue Exorcist: The Shimane Illuminati Saga, and it more than lives up to fans’ expectations.

TAKUYA∞’s vocals are memorable, delivering themes about the importance of accepting oneself and the bonds with loved ones.

When it premiered at the Aniplex 20th Anniversary event in January 2024, it reportedly drew a huge response.

Even if you don’t usually listen to rock, this is a track you should definitely give a try.

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[Anison × Rock] Compilation of Anime Songs Performed by Rock Bands (81–90)

GOLDPEOPLE 1

TV anime “Ranking of Kings: The Treasure Chest of Courage” PEOPLE 1 “GOLD” opening non-credit footage

GOLDPEOPLE 1

GOLD, performed by the rock band PEOPLE1, was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Ousama Ranking: Yuuki no Takarabako (Ranking of Kings: The Treasure Chest of Courage).

The lyrics, which seem to gently speak to you, connect with the story of a protagonist who cannot hear or speak but sets off on an adventure after gaining a best friend.

Its exciting melody is sure to spark your sense of adventure! This song will lift your spirits and move you to tears—why not experience it together with the anime?

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Nameless BlueGod, I've realized it.

God, I Have Come to Realize – The Nameless Blue

Nameless Blue God, I have realized it.

“Nameless Blue,” chosen as the ending theme for the anime Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken!, is a track by the rock band Kami-sama, Boku wa Kizuite Shimatta.

They perform without revealing their faces or any personal profiles, and that mysterious aura has captivated fans.

Many people may also strongly remember “CQCQ,” which served as the theme song for the drama I Love You Just a Little Bit.

They’re a band that perfectly fits the description of a suddenly appearing powerhouse.

Be sure to keep an eye on these enigmatic artists!

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O2ORANGE RANGE

ORANGE RANGE『O2』MV

O2ORANGE RANGE

As the first opening theme for the anime Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion R2, a powerful track was born that weaves mixture rock into a J-pop foundation.

Even among ORANGE RANGE’s works, YAMATO’s striking high-range vocals stand out, and the contrast with RYO’s low vocals gives the piece a sense of breaking new ground.

With a message layered over the chemical formula for oxygen and themes that synchronize with the protagonist’s rebellion and pursuit of freedom, the song reached No.

3 on the Oricon Weekly Chart after its release in May 2008.

It was included on the albums PANIC FANCY and ALL the SINGLES, and has continued to be loved through diverse arrangements, including covers in games such as THE iDOLM@STER and World Dai Star.

In karaoke, its energetic progression and memorable chorus make it a song that greatly lifts the singer’s spirits.

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Forever LoveX JAPAN

X Japan – Forever Love

Forever LoveX JAPAN

Among the many songs created by X JAPAN, Japan’s world-renowned rock band, this is one of their finest ballads, as famous as ENDLESS RAIN.

When the song was used for the 1996 theatrical anime X, based on CLAMP’s work, many—including my 17-year-old self at the time—felt there couldn’t have been a more perfect pairing.

In fact, CLAMP and X JAPAN have a deep connection: in 1993, they released a promotional video titled X2 (Double X) as a collaboration.

Given that history, the worldview of the work and X JAPAN’s musical style were a perfect match.

I still vividly remember being stunned in the theater by the beauty of Forever Love as it played over the final scene, and by the shocking ending—a very nostalgic memory for me personally.

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