Anime songs recommended for college students: theme songs and insert songs from popular anime.

rainbow-coloredAyaka

Ayaka / Rainbow-Colored

An inspiring song that sings of overcoming life’s hardships and embracing hope for the future.

Ayaka’s powerful vocals resonate deeply with listeners.

Seamlessly blending a bright, pop melody with a profound message, this work was released in June 2014 and became widely loved as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series “Hanako to Anne.” It’s recommended for those embarking on a new beginning or facing a life turning point.

Embraced by people of all ages, it’s a fitting song for life’s milestones such as weddings and graduations.

Flying DeityAyase × R-Shitei

Flying Deity

Hiten, a digital single chosen as the opening theme for the newly remade 2023 TV anime Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Swordsman Romantic Story.

Created by R-Shitei—known from Creepy Nuts and Umeda Cipher—and Ayase, active as a Vocaloid producer and a member of YOASOBI, the track’s breakneck call-and-response creates a thrilling ensemble that really amps you up.

The lyrics, which link to the anime’s story, evoke a universal theme: even in doubt, you can only keep moving forward.

It’s a track that lingers with the striking contrast between aggressive rap and lyrical melody.

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BLUE ENCOUNT 'VS' Music Video [TV Tokyo Anime 'Gintama' Porori Arc Opening Theme]

This is a song by BLUE ENCOUNT whose exhilarating sound and passionate message really resonates.

It’s infused with a strong will to confront struggles and face hardships head-on, and listening to it fills you with courage.

Released in November 2017, it was featured as the opening theme for the popular anime Gintama: Porori-hen.

It’s a perfect track for students trying to move forward with fiery determination in their hearts.

How about singing it out loud with friends at karaoke and getting the courage to take a new step? It will surely ignite your heart and give you the strength to believe in your own potential.

innocent arroganceBiSH

TV anime “Heavenly Delusion” non-credit opening video | BiSH “innocent arrogance”

BiSH, the girl group that disbanded in 2023 to much regret, performed the opening theme for the anime Heavenly Delusion, titled “innocent arrogance.” The song pairs an intense, heavy bass sound with lyrics about hope and courage.

You might feel there’s a gap between the music and the words.

It makes sense if you think of the fierce sound as expressing the anime’s dark world, while the lyrics represent the protagonist who refuses to lose hope within it.

Moonlight LegendDALI

DALI – Moonlight Densetsu (Moonlight Legend) Sailor Moon

It’s a song from the anime Sailor Moon.

In terms of popularity, it’s a very classic choice, but I still think it’s a timeless masterpiece no matter how many years pass.

Its romantic lyrics and dreamy melody are something women of any generation can get lost in.

Also, I think there are many female college students who, when they listen to it, are reminded of their childhood.

cloudy skyDOES

DOES 'Donten' (TV Tokyo anime 'Gintama' opening theme)

It’s one of the opening songs from the anime Gintama.

The melody, tempo, and overall vibe are just plain cool.

I especially recommend it to anyone who wants to shake off doubts and worries.

I think it’s a song that lets you see hope after you’ve finished listening or singing along.

GO!!!FLOW

FLOW 『GO!!!』(Music Video Short Ver.)

It’s one of the early opening songs from the anime NARUTO.

Anyway, this track has a great tempo.

It’s perfect for getting everyone hyped at karaoke.

Also, FLOW’s songs tend to be upbeat and great for karaoke, so definitely check out their other tracks too.