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

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.

Playlist

[Anison × Rock] A compilation of anime songs performed by rock bands
	Title	Playlist	One point
1	Current destructionSPYAIR		SPYAIR's moving songs that served as theme songs for Gintama
2	kaiju (giant monster)Sakanaction		An anime theme song, a moving work that sings of intellectual passion
3	cloudy skyDOES		Gintama opening, a rock song by DOES
4	Plan ADISH//		An anime theme song by DISH//, a track brimming with a sense of speed
5	In that caseMacaroni Enpitsu		A heartfelt song that captures the bittersweetness and warmth of youth
6	RewriteASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION		Signature song(s) of ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION
7	lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE		The brilliance of youth, an inspiring song
8	fatalGEMN		Oshi no Ko theme song, an emotionally fused track
9	OrangeSPYAIR		Haikyu!! movie theme song, a song of youth and hope
10	IllusionMY FIRST STORY × HYDE		The Hashira Training Arc theme song, produced by MY FIRST STORY and HYDE
11	Sleep Walking OrchestraBUMP OF CHICKEN		The fantastical songs of BUMP OF CHICKEN
12	Chaos reaches its peakUNISON SQUARE GARDEN		Expressing the story through exhilarating, fast-paced rock
13	The Kouga Ninja ScrollsOnmyo-za		An anime theme song by a Japanese-style metal band, a fusion of East and West
14	Blue HabitatTatsuya Kitani		Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 opening song, moving
15	Become a flowerGreen Yellow Society		Anime theme song, a moving and heart-stirring masterpiece
16	fatesumika		The anime song by sumika from “Delicious in Dungeon”
17	SPECIALZKing Gnu		King Gnu opening song of Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2
18	Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI		SEKAI NO OWARI’s One Piece theme song
19	The Zero Sense10-FEET		“Dai Zerokan” by 10-FEET, the theme song for the movie
20	Frenzy Hey Kids!!THE ORAL CIGARETTES		Anison rock: an addictive track that evokes unease
21	Run Through the MemoriesMy Hair is Bad		Theme song of the film, depicting the bonds with family and a new departure
22	Blue BookmarkGalileo Galilei		The classic song by the rebooted band Galileo
23	LOVE & JUSTICEYasuharu Takanashi × FLOW		Kinnikuman theme song expresses fiery friendship
24	Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN		Explanation of iconic songs from the anime “Blood Blockade Battlefront”
25	PolarisBLUE ENCOUNT		Anime theme songs by BLUE ENCOUNT
26	Re:Re:ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION		Anime theme songs, classic tracks re-recorded
27	These are not my words; these are our words.UVERworld		UVERworld song chosen as an anime theme song
28	SpiceSaucy Dog		A theme song that portrays a child's heart and an adult's growth
29	Song Not to ForgetMacaroni Enpitsu		An inspiring song that sings of youthful hope and growth
30	Hello,world!BUMP OF CHICKEN		Anime theme song, a moving melody and vocals
31	that bandcable tie		Explaining the Difficult Songs by Kessoku Band from ‘Bocchi the Rock!’
32	poiSaucy Dog		A high-velocity rock song that portrays escapism
33	hologramNICO Touches the Walls		The rock-inspired, moving opening theme of the anime Fullmetal Alchemist.
34	GO!!!FLOW		FLOW's 'GO!!!' is a NARUTO theme song.
35	A Night for OnePorno Graffitti		A famous song whose GTO theme song gained popularity
36	DESTINYsleep-talking		Negoto's anime song “DESTINY” is pleasant.
37	DaysFLOW		FLOW's Eureka Seven theme song, a big hit
38	InfernoMrs. GREEN APPLE		The opening theme song of Fire Force, “Inferno.”
39	primary colorsPELICAN FANCLUB		A catchy theme song for a survival anime
40	Beyond a thousand nightsAqua Timez		A moving masterpiece that portrays love, courage, and growth
41	I’ll call your name.Luck Life		Bungo Stray Dogs ending song, a classic by Luck Life
42	Fried Rice MUSICAlcala		Alcala’s “Dragon Ball” ending
43	FOREVERL’Arc〜en〜Ciel		Singing of a piercing sense of speed and the bonds with comrades
44	abnormalizeLing tosite sigure		The opening theme song of Psycho-Pass, “abnormalize,” is striking.
45	READY STEADY GOL’Arc〜en〜Ciel		L’Arc~en~Ciel’s classic song “READY STEADY GO”
46	A 70-centimeter square windowsillROTTENGRAFFTY		An emotional song depicting loneliness and conflict
47	One dayThe ROOTLESS		Singer of the ONE PIECE theme song 'One day'
48	*~asterisk~ORANGE RANGE		The hot song ORANGE, a BLEACH theme
49	Adolescent Complexcable tie		The energetic musical style of “Bocchi the Rock!”
50	Mononoke in the FictionLies and Chameleons		Guitar rock addiction band, Uso to Camellia
51	Prayer XKing Gnu		The essence of King Gnu’s musical appeal, distilled
52	HarukaLACCO TOWER		A heartwarming rock ballad from a Gunma-born band
53	Fictionsumika		Sumika’s song, the theme of the anime “Wotakoi: Love is Hard for Otaku.”
54	breakthroughSUPER BEAVER		Four-piece rock band URANOBE, numerous anime tie-ins
55	VENGEANCEcoldrain		Expressing revenge and redemption through intense rock
56	Evil Angel and Righteous DemonThe Collectors		Powerful rock that questions the meaning of justice
57	Speed and frictionamazarashi		Amazarashi’s distinctive worldview and highly addictive songs
58	Shout BabyGreen Yellow Society		Ryoku Shaka’s passionate feelings, popular from the anime ending theme
59	Flame (FIRE)queen bee		The distinctive opening of Dororo is captivating.
60	Youth FrenzySambomaster		Sambo, NAROTO ending song
61	LEADERMY FIRST STORY		Anime OP theme with a powerful and captivating vocal performance
62	GreyFOMARE		Takasaki-born band FOMARE, anime theme song 'Grey'
63	beaming smileFujifabric		Fujifabric: pop and captivating music
64	Miracle of BondsMAN WITH A MISSION×milet		MAN WITH A MISSION × milet from the Demon Slayer opening theme
65	Locomotion, more! more!the pillows		Anime ED theme with a cyberpunk worldview
66	MephistoQueen Bee		The ending theme of Oshi no Ko: a shocking work by QUEEN BEE
67	Good Morning [New] World!BURNOUT SYNDROMES		BURNOUT SYNDROMES' literary rock
68	silhouetteKANA-BOON		KANA-BOON’s popular anime tie-in song “Silhouette”
69	Don’t Wanna LieB’z		A moving song about the resolve to never tell a lie
70	ShuraDOES		Anime Gintama ending theme, blazing band sound
71	Say My NameHEY-SMITH		Punk band HEY-SMITH does an anime theme song
72	Mosaic FragmentSun Set Swish		A classic song by a band known for anime tie-in tracks
73	Gradation feat. Yuho KitazawaKANA-BOON		A collaboration song between KANA-BOON and Kitazawa
74	Cry BabyOfficial HIGE DANDism		Official HIGE DANDism's anime theme song
75	DAYBREAK’S BELLL’Arc〜en〜Ciel		A masterpiece with a profound message and a unique sound
76	Kokoro-eRoad of Major		A ROmantic song performing the Major theme song “Kokoroe.”
77	Cherry blossoms in full, resplendent bloomKEYTALK		The twin vocals of KEYTALK are captivating.
78	Re:memberFLOW		A powerful anime tie-in song by FLOW
79	trapThe Back Horn		The ending theme of Gundam 00, “Sekai” by THE BACK HORN
80	Eye’s SentryUVERworld		A song captivating for its powerful rock sound by UVERworld
81	GOLDPEOPLE 1		The TV anime opening theme invites you to an adventure.
82	Nameless BlueGod, I’ve realized it.		A mysterious, talented band behind anime theme songs
83	O2ORANGE RANGE		A masterpiece opening theme from Code Geass
84	Forever LoveX JAPAN		The masterpiece “Forever Love” by X JAPAN and the moving power of film
85	BurningHitsuji Bungaku		The ending of Oshi no Ko, “Song of Courage” by Hitsujibungaku
86	give it backCö shu Nie		Cö shu Nie’s captivating songs featured in anime
87	RAISE INSIGHTWANDS		Conan’s opening theme, a classic hit by WANDS
88	V.I.PSid		Sid, an emotionally charged rock song from Magi’s opening
89	A future without youDo As Infinity		Do As Infinity, a representative artist for the anime Inuyasha
90	Touch offUVERworld		UVERworld's 'Touch off' is a passionate song.
91	If I could become a constellationcable tie		A refreshing song by the anime band Kessoku Band
92	centimeterthe peggies		A song of love and destiny, expressing a bittersweet feeling
93	Baton RoadKANA-BOON		A high-octane rock number by KANA-BOON
94	HappinessOmoinotake		A band whose emotional vocals strike the heart
95	North WindSIX LOUNGE		The song of hope by the rock band SIX LOUNGE
96	mayflyЯeal		YaebaL’s “Kagerou,” anime theme song
97	GO! GO! MANIACAfter School Tea Time		K-On! The captivating music of the light music club
98	UNDER THE TREESiM		Attack on Titan theme song, SiM’s new song link
99	Girl SSCANDAL		SCANDAL's first anime tie-up single
100	3 minutes 29 secondsHITORIE		HITORIE's 'Adabana no Sentaku' anime theme song
101	Answersmol-74		“Answers” by mol-74 is a Naruto-related anime song.
102	Beautiful finSpitz		The Spitz theme song harmonizes with the film.
103	love at first sightband harassment		The musical style of the band Harassment is captivating.
104	The Great Pyramid TurnaboutSpira Spica		Fantasy Anime OP 'Pyramid Great Reversal Battle'
105	PRIDEHIGH and MIGHTY COLOR		The opening theme song of Gundam SEED DESTINY
106	A Roving Paper EffigyMasaki Suda × Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra		The passionate theme song of Rurouni Kenshin
107	voiceCLOUD		A classic rock band, a famous theme song from Yu-Gi-Oh!
108	Miracle of BondsMAN WITH A MISSION×milet		Anime theme song by MAN WITH A MISSION and milet
109	for all eternityGod does not play dice.		The ending theme song of the anime “World Trigger”
110	OurEVE		A classic song that depicts a hero’s growth and battles
111	XTCPsychic Lover		Psychic Lover’s signature anime song, a fiery rock track
112	COLORSHumbreaders		A youthful song that captures the appeal of the band
113	exceed; surpass; go beyond; cross (over)[Alexandros]		Rock song by [Alexandros], anime theme song
114	Trace OrionUNISON SQUARE GARDEN		TIGER & BUNNY theme song, a refreshing track brimming with a sense of speed
115	Koi-kogaremilet×MAN WITH A MISSION		‘Koikogare’ by milet and MAN WITH A MISSION
116	absolute zeroNatori		Fiery youth, the will to face hardship
117	Without putting it into wordsSIX LOUNGE		SIX LOUNGE’s new song, a moving track
118	brand-newKANA-BOON		The opening theme of the anime Sarazanmai, a classic song by KANA-BOON.
119	Into the lightcable tie		New Song from "Bocchi the Rock!": Passion for Music
120	Betrayal at SunsetTHEATRE BROOK		The memorable opening theme song of the anime Durarara!!
121	PaperskySurvive Said The Prophet		The high-speed, exhilarating theme song by SabaPro
122	Even hell’s judgment depends on you.YOUR SONG IS GOOD		Hell-themed anime opening song, fun melody
123	A third of pure-hearted feelingsSIAM SHADE		Kenshin ending theme “1/2” is a smash-hit classic.
124	Ready to RockBAND-MAID		A fast-paced anime song that gives you a push with hard rock!
125	My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS		The appeal of RADWIMPS, the band behind the theme song of Your Name
126	DuelPENGUIN RESEARCH		“Zoids” opening, passionate music
127	I want to shout that I love you.BAAD		Popular anime songs from Slam Dunk
128	Stars swimMacaroni Enpitsu		TV anime theme songs, perfect for driving
129	What’s wrong?cable tie		Band songs from Bocchi the Rock!
130	Eternity -Tokoshie-HYDE × MY FIRST STORY		The powerful theme song of the Hashira Training Arc in Demon Slayer
131	The WarriorNovelbright		The theme song of Ryman’s Club: Novelbright’s powerful track
132	ParadoxSurvive Said The Prophet		SabaPro's anime tie-in songs are hot.
133	MaybeBrian the Sun		The ending theme song of the anime “Sweetness & Lightning”
134	Where Do We Go?OKAMOTO’S		Introducing the ending theme of 'Dr. STONE'
135	orangeChatmonchy		The ending theme of the anime BLEACH, the famous song by Chatmonchy
136	CASANOVA POSSEAli		A groove-filled theme song from Dr. STONE
137	Nothing can beat this love.OKAMOTO’S		OKAMOTO’S’ ending theme song for the anime Undead Unluck
138	no heart rate[Alexandros]		The exhilarating theme song of the soccer anime 'Aoashi'.
139	OLDROSEAqua Timez		A gem of a song that sings about the meaning of living with others
140	BURNyama✕WurtS		Rock that runs hot and fast in a turbulent era
141	DiverKANA-BOON		KANA-BOON’s anime songs and their captivating musicality
142	faceAve Mujica		A moving song that confronts the self with heavy rock
143	Bloody Power Famecoldrain		Anime theme song by the rock band coldrain
144	UNDER THE TREESiM		The powerful songs of the punk band SiM
145	Lovers7!!		The appeal of the band 7!!, known for NARUTO theme songs
146	The Story You Don’t Knowsupercell		Popular theme song from the anime “Bakemonogatari”
147	absolute zeroRed Park		The appeal of the all-girl band Akai Ko-en
148	HyperKroi		Theme song of the anime “Under Ninja”
149	Can DoGRANRODEO		GRANRODEO’s passionate anime songs
150	bad fool logicUNISON SQUARE GARDEN		An anime theme song that sings about bonds with friends and the future
151	My WarShinsei Kamattechan		Rock band YOASOBI, a three-piece group from Chiba
152	SIGNALKELUN		Gintama ending theme song by KELUN
153	PlanetariaFujifabric		Fujifabric’s new song becomes an anime theme song
154	Moonlight FlowerJanne Da Arc		The captivating music and legend of Janne Da Arc
155	to do living / to perform livingMacaroni Enpitsu		The opening theme song of the Dragon Quest anime, a masterpiece by Macaroni Enpitsu.
156	ZenBAND-MAID		Powerful music that ventures into new territory
157	YOU GOTTA RUNL’Arc〜en〜Ciel		L’Arc-en-Ciel’s new song, an anime tie-in
158	Wakaranai AIThe Brow Beat		Theme song of the anime “Maou” depicts the conflict of romantic feelings
159	Crow SongGirls Dead Monster		An inspiring cheer song by the band from “Angel Beats!”
160	ReimeiSayuri × MY FIRST STORY		A collaboration song between 2.5D Sayuri and MY FIRST STORY
161	Sharp ♯sleep-talking		Sincere Rock's Sleep-Talk, the Gundam AGE theme song
162	blinkMiracle Chimpanzee		The versatile musicality of the Miracle Chimpanzee
163	frecklesJUDY AND MARY		JUDY’s classic song from the first Rurouni Kenshin anime opening
164	The RumblingSiM		SiM’s “The Rumbling” explodes in sync with Attack on Titan!
165	snow meltingTHE SIXTH LIE		Band of the Golden Kamuy ending theme
166	01Queen Bee		Queen Bee's '01' becomes an anime theme song
167	Beast ModeASH DA HERO		A fiery track with a sense of speed and a powerful message
168	DifferentBAND-MAID		A powerful song by a maid-uniform rock band
169	RaiseChilli Beans.		New ONE PIECE ending theme, a paean to dreams and comrades
170	RPGSEKAI NO OWARI		A fantasy song of bonds and adventure
171	Sayonara Moon TownScenario Art		The moving song that serves as the ending theme of BORUTO
172	HEROESBrian the Sun		A popular four-member band from the My Hero Academia ending theme
173	So many times until nowThe Mass Missile		A song about challenging yourself toward your dreams without being defeated by difficulties.
174	great escapecinema staff		Attack on Titan ED, a masterpiece by cinema staff
175	patchwork patternnano.RIPE		nano.RIPE is an anime theme song band from Chiba.
176	fuseDeNeel		Singing a resolve for the future with powerful rock
177	Spring Comes to UsUNISON SQUARE GARDEN		A rock band known for its distinctive high-tone vocals
178	Curewaterweed		A powerful musical message of overcoming adversity
179	CantabileNovelbright		Novelbright brings a sense of speed and grandeur to anime songs
180	Break TogetherKankaku Piero		The passionate songs of the uniquely styled rock band Kan'kaku Piero
181	EndrollYoh Kamiyama		Yoh Kamiyama’s songs gaining attention as anime theme tracks
182	Starting Oversumika		Sumika will continue their activities even after Mr. Kuroda’s passing.
183	Azaleanano.RIPE		Azalea, the anime theme song by nano.RIPE
184	SkylineNulbarich		Ending theme song of the anime “Migi & Dali”
185	I’m not kidding.Nekraitoki		Fooling Around? No Way by Necry Talkie
186	evening showerVertigo Siren		The classic theme song from the anime Karakuri Circus.
187	Run! with Seiya Yamasaki (Kyuso Nekokami)Polysics		POLYSICS has a unique sound and style.
188	NarakaHalo at the Yojohan		First-ever tie-up for the theme song of the anime “Radiant”
189	Farewellfragrant olive		Nostalgic songs of fragrant olive and family love
190	STARSw.o.d.		A three-piece band that performs the opening theme of the anime BLEACH
191	more than wordsHitsuji Bungaku		Support song by Hitsujibungaku, Jujutsu Kaisen ending theme
192	TroublemakerKANIKAPILA		Naruto ending theme 'Troublemaker'
193	All the nameless thingsAnt with spines but without stings		A cool rock band born from an audition
194	See youHumbreaders		The anime BORUTO’s ending theme is a famous song by Hump Back.
195	bluePolkadot Stingray		A high-velocity rock song by Polkadot Stingray
196	trajectoryLuck Life		Anime “Bungo Stray Dogs” ending theme song
197	AlchemillaLegal Lily		The moving music of Regal Lily
198	The BeastWagakki Band		Wagakki Band’s anime theme song ‘The Beast’
199	01queen bee		The new song by Queen Bee is a striking anime theme.
200	freshly learnedKurokobito (Black-Marked Neck)		The ending theme of the anime "Shinobi no Ittoki"
201	On Your MarkAwesome City Club		The heartwarming theme song by Awesome City Club
202	Protect YouBAND-MAID		BAND-MAID's powerful rock sings of the courage to overcome hardships.
203	single-minded; earnest; wholehearted; dedicatedSUPER BEAVER		SUPER BEAVER delivers moving emotions through anime songs
204	Friendswacci		A lively song by wacci from a cat-themed anime
205	RapturePanorama Panama Town		The captivating music of Panorama Panama Town
206	When it shinesHitsuji Bungaku		the theme song by Hitsujibungaku for the anime The Heike Story
207	dawn lightHalf time Old		Half time Old's anime song 'Gyoko' is hot!
208	antinomyamazarashi		amazarashi's profound lyrics and moving songs
209	sign; mark; symbol; omenLuck Life		LACCO TOWER’s “Shirushi” is the ending theme for the literary-themed anime.
210	Fluffy TimeAfter School Tea Time		The anime K-On! influences the music scene.
211	prayHakubi		Delivering courage with powerful yet delicate music
212	cratermeringue		Space Brothers theme song, “Fantasy” by Merengue
213	The Lone Fox’s AspirationsLing tosite sigure		Ling tosite Sigure’s new song becomes the theme song for Onmyoji.
214	The place where the sun risesBest of luck with your happy-go-lucky head!		A moving ending theme from a sumo anime
215	lip syncKurokobito (Black-Marked Neck)		An anime theme song: a rock track that paints a picture of hope