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

BurningHitsuji Bungaku

Hitsujibungaku – Burning (Official Music Video) [TV Anime “Oshi no Ko” Season 2 Ending Theme Song]

Burning Sheep Literature

This song by Hitsujibungaku features a striking vocal performance that feels like an explosion of emotion layered over a straightforward band sound.

It was chosen as the ending theme for Season 2 of the anime Oshi no Ko.

The track conveys a desperate determination, like groping for a path forward, offering comfort to inner anxieties and mustering the courage to move ahead.

Released in July 2024, it stands out for its themes that delve into the complexity of human emotions and inner conflict, resonating deeply with listeners.

The lyrics reflect feelings such as disappointment and loneliness, which many people are likely to relate to.

It’s a recommended song for those racing through their youth or looking to face themselves.

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give it backCö shu Nie

Cö shu Nie – give it back (Official Video) / TV anime “Jujutsu Kaisen” 2nd cour ending theme song

give it backCö shu Nie

Since their major debut in 2018, Cö shu Nie has created numerous theme songs for popular anime.

The song featured here is “get it back,” which was used as the ending theme for the second cour of the anime Jujutsu Kaisen.

Vocalist Mirai Nakamura’s voice combines a delicateness that seems as if it might vanish with a resolute strength.

I never get tired of listening to it.

If you’re looking for an artistic band, this is a must-check.

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RAISE INSIGHTWANDS

WANDS「RAISE INSIGHT」MV

RAISE INSIGHTWANDS

The nationally beloved anime Detective Conan.

Its opening theme is RAISE INSIGHT, a track by the rock band WANDS.

The lyrics liken painful events and sad pasts to rain, then suggest a wonderful future as the skies eventually clear.

The guitar’s driving sound matches the mood of the anime.

Listen for the story-like turns of phrase as well.

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V.I.PSid

Magi – The Labyrinth of Magic V.I.P by SID Japanese Ver.

V.I.P Sid

An up-tempo track by SID, a four-member visual kei band known for their beautiful, emotionally rich melodies.

It was used as the opening theme for the anime Magi.

The refreshing sense of speed is very characteristic of SID! The vocalist Mao writes almost all the lyrics, while the three instrumentalists mainly handle composition, letting you enjoy a wide variety of musical styles—one of the band’s big attractions.

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P was composed by the bassist, Aki.

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A future without youDo As Infinity

Do As Infinity / A Future Without You (Kimi ga Inai Mirai)

A Future Without You (Do As Infinity)

This is the song “Kimi ga Inai Mirai” by Do As Infinity, a rock band known for its powerful female vocals.

It was used as the opening theme for the anime Inuyasha: The Final Act, based on Rumiko Takahashi’s work.

In addition to this track, there are many other songs by the band featured in the Inuyasha series, such as “Fukai Mori” and “Shinjitsu no Uta,” to the point that Do As Infinity has become closely associated with Inuyasha.

The song is included on the album EIGHT.

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Touch offUVERworld

TV anime The Promised Neverland non-credit opening

Touch offUVERworld

UVERworld, whose name means “to go beyond our own world,” continues to evolve just as their name suggests.

Their 34th single, “Touch off,” chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime The Promised Neverland, features UVERworld’s signature complex song structure and passionate saxophone tones that really elevate the energy.

The heavy, forward-driving beat and memorable choral work not only align with the anime’s worldview but also conjure up the excitement of a live performance.

It’s a loud, expansive rock tune that makes you want to raise your fist and sing along.

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[Anisong × Rock] Compilation of Anime Songs Sung by Rock Bands (91–100)

If I could become a constellationcable tie

[Lyric Video] Kessoku Band “If We Could Become Constellations” / In-episode song from TV anime “Bocchi the Rock!” Episode 12

If we could become a constellation, we’d be Kessoku Band.

This song was released as a track by Kessoku Band, the group the protagonist belongs to in the anime Bocchi the Rock!.

Its distinctive groove, with a fresh, breezy feel that makes you want to sway to the beat, is particularly striking.

This light, buoyant sound seems capable of conveying the joy of music regardless of generation.

The lyrics depict a longing for distant, unattainable things and a resolve to change, which feels closely aligned with the story of the work itself.

In the scene where the song is performed in the show, the guitarist alters the solo on the fly to deal with equipment trouble during the performance, and both this improvised solo section and the lead-up to it are noteworthy points.

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