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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 Sung by Rock Bands (161–170)

RaiseChilli Beans.

Chilli Beans. – Raise [TV animation “ONE PIECE” Ending Theme Song]

RaiseChilli Beans.

Chilli Beans.

were chosen to perform the ending theme for the anime ONE PIECE in August 2023.

Selected in the band’s fourth year since forming, the song powerfully conveys the importance of moving toward your dreams together with your companions.

The three members’ interwoven vocals make for striking choral work that perfectly matches the anime’s world.

The track is included on their 4th EP, “for you.” They also embarked on a nationwide tour starting that August.

It’s a recommended listen when you want to look ahead and do your best, or when you’re aiming to accomplish something with your friends.

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RPGSEKAI NO OWARI

SEKAI NO OWARI「RPG」

RPGSEKAI NO OWARI

Released on May 1, 2013, it was used as the theme song for Crayon Shin-chan: Very Tasty! B-class Gourmet Survival!!.

It’s a fantastical song themed around friendship, bonds, and adventure.

Being chosen as the theme song for a Crayon Shin-chan movie, which is popular with children, boosted its recognition, and they grew into a popular band supported by a wide range of generations.

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[Anisong × Rock] A Collection of Anime Songs Performed by Rock Bands (171–180)

Sayonara Moon TownScenario Art

Scenarioart 'Sayonara Moon Town' Music Video

Sayonara Moon Town Scenario Art

Boruto: Naruto Next Generations is a work that depicts the story following the massively popular manga Naruto.

The song chosen as the anime’s ending theme is Scenarioart’s “Sayonara Moon Town,” released in 2017.

The lyrics, which express the desire to protect someone precious and the heartache of being unable to do so, tighten your chest with emotion.

The male-female twin vocals further heighten the song’s poignancy.

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HEROESBrian the Sun

Brian the Sun 『HEROES』Music Video

HEROESBrian the Sun

Brian the Sun is a four-piece rock band that gained popularity with songs that add a distinctive twist to classic guitar rock, though they went on hiatus in 2020.

Their major-label debut single, “HEROES,” was used as the ending theme for the TV anime My Hero Academia, which helped bring the band to wider recognition.

Its driving, straight-ahead beat and passionate melody deliver a refreshing sense of exhilaration that perfectly suits an anime ending and builds anticipation for the next episode.

It’s a gem of a rock tune whose cool band ensemble is truly moving.

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So many times until nowThe Mass Missile

[Official] Countless Times Until Now / The Mass Missile

I've encountered The Mass Missile many times until now.

The songs by The Mass Missile are characterized by raw, emotionally charged lyrics and a thick, straightforward sound.

This work portrays the determination to overcome setbacks and trials while striving toward one’s dreams, carrying a message that resonates with many.

Released in May 2004, the track was used as an ending theme for the TV anime Naruto and reached No.

22 on the Oricon charts.

The piece emphasizes the importance of not giving up in the face of hardship and fulfilling your role as the protagonist of your own life.

It’s a recommended song for those chasing their dreams or anyone wanting to reaffirm the value of continuing to take on challenges.

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great escapecinema staff

cinema staff “great escape” MV (TV anime “Attack on Titan” second cour ending theme)

great escapecinema staff

This is the song “great scape” by cinema staff, a math rock band from Gifu Prefecture.

It was chosen as the ending theme for the anime Attack on Titan, which gained popularity both in Japan and overseas.

The intense rock sound and emotional vocal delivery are really cool—the word “passion” fits this track perfectly.

It’s included on the album Drums, Bass, 2(to)Guitars.

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patchwork pattern

Patchwork Pattern nano.RIPE

Formed in 1998 by vocalist-guitarist Kimiko and guitarist Sasaki Jun, who were classmates in high school in Chiba, the band’s song “Tsugihagi Moyou” was selected as the opening theme for the anime Non Non Biyori Nonstop.

They have also performed theme songs for other TV anime such as Hanasaku Iroha, Bakuman, and Food Wars!: Shokugeki no Soma.

Their charming, pure vocals and energetic sound are captivating.

Give nano.

RIPE’s music a listen—it’s sure to fill you with energy and courage!

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