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[Collection of Epic Songs] A compilation of cool anime songs chosen by anime fans

Accompanist / Piano InstructorYuri
Accompanist pianist × piano instructor × web writer. I began piano lessons at age four and, inspired by my piano teacher, decided to pursue music. I went on to specialized music programs in high school and university, where I discovered the appeal of accompanying instrumentalists and singers. Currently, alongside teaching piano, I work mainly in my home region of Aichi as an accompanist for flute, voice, choir, and more. Through lessons, my students often introduce me to trending songs, and my hobby is trying anything on the piano—Japanese and Western pop, commercial jingles, and beyond. Since 2021, I’ve also been active as a web writer, covering music and a variety of other genres.
Freelance music writerTakashi Hoshino
I’m Takashi Hoshino, a freelance writer currently juggling work with parenting. I’ve been playing guitar for over 20 years since I first picked it up when I started high school, and I’m still active in a band today. Ever since I began playing, I’ve been drawn to hard rock and heavy metal, and I enjoy intense music, whether Japanese or Western. At the same time, I keep in mind something I was told long ago: “If you want to play rock, you should know more than just rock!” With that in my heart, I make a point of listening to a wide range of genres every day. My experience as a writer is still growing, but I’ll keep working hard to recommend all kinds of music to as many people as possible!

“Great anime comes with great anime songs.” If you’re an anime fan, you probably know exactly what I mean.

From dedicated anisong singers to musicians active in the J-pop scene, rock bands, and hip-hop units, artists across a wide range of genres have performed anime theme songs.

It’s not uncommon for landing a theme song to be the spark that leads to a big breakthrough.

This time, we’re featuring anime songs that are nothing short of cool and blazing hot.

We’ve included tracks spanning many eras, so be sure to check out every last one!

[Epic Tracks Collection] A Selection of Cool Anime Songs Chosen by Anime Fans (1–10)

FREEDOMTakanori Nishikawa with T. Komuro

Takanori Nishikawa with T. Komuro – FREEDOM × Mobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM Collaboration Music Video

FREEDOM Takanori Nishikawa with Tetsuya Komuro

A wholehearted track born from the collaboration between Takanori Nishikawa and Tetsuya Komuro.

Its powerful, resonant vocals, singing of a thirst for freedom and unwavering resolve, leave a deep impression on the listener.

Released on January 24, 2024, and selected as the theme song for the film Mobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM, the piece beautifully fuses Komuro’s synthesizer craftsmanship with Nishikawa’s dynamic vocals.

Brimming with the courage and determination to reexamine the past and present while pursuing hope for the future, this is a song you’ll want to hear when facing hardships or standing at a crossroads in life.

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Bring the Rain to Quench the ThirstMinami

Minami “Kawaki wo Ameku” MV

Minami - Kawaki wo Ameku

The acoustic guitar sound, and an intro that begins not with singing but with spoken words, immediately draws you in.

Minami’s ‘Kawaki wo Ameku’ is the opening theme for the anime ‘Domestic Girlfriend.

’ It’s a love story that leaves you restless—a triangle between two sisters and a high school boy.

This song feels as if it captures those delicate emotions, conveying an inner cry of the heart.

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IllusionMY FIRST STORY × HYDE

MY FIRST STORY × HYDE – “MUGEN” (from Anime “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba”) Official Music Video

Mugen MY FIRST STORY × HYDE

A stunning collaborative track by MY FIRST STORY and HYDE that fuses a passionate rock sound with a grand, expansive worldview.

Released in June 2024 as the opening theme for the TV anime Demon Slayer: Hashira Training Arc.

The strengths of both artists meld beautifully, delivering a powerful portrayal of a heart wavering between weakness and strength over a solid alternative rock foundation.

With lyrics that voice a fighting spirit in search of answers and the resolve to face inescapable fate, the song offers encouragement to anyone standing at a crossroads in life.

It’s sure to resonate as the perfect soundtrack for forging your own path.

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[Epic Tracks Assembled] A Collection of Cool Anime Songs Chosen by Anime Fans (11–20)

BURNyama✕WurtS

yama✕WurtS『BURN』Music Video

BURNyama✕WurtS

This is a fast-paced rock number that stirs the heart with fiery strength amid turbulent times.

A first-ever collaboration between the enigmatic artists yama and WurtS, the song was released in January 2025 as the opening theme for the second cour of the anime Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Swordsman Romantic Story – Kyoto Upheaval.

As their distinct voices resonate with each other, the track expresses both the clash of competing ideals of justice and the feelings hidden deep within the heart.

Centered on the theme of inner passion, it portrays the complex emotions of the protagonist, Kenshin Himura, and his nemesis, Makoto Shishio, making it a song that stands beside anyone striving to believe in themselves and move forward.

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Plan ADISH//

DISH// – Plan A [Official Video] | TV Anime “The Elusive Samurai” Opening Theme

Plan ADISH

This song blends elements of traditional Japanese aesthetics with rock, celebrating both the courage to face adversity and the importance of knowing when to run.

Its dramatic progression and powerful melody stand out, conveying that retreat can sometimes be a strategic choice for self-preservation.

Released by DISH// in September 2024, it was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime The Elusive Samurai, garnering attention for its seamless synergy with the show’s world.

Whether you should push forward or take a step back, this uplifting anthem offers a supportive nudge at life’s crossroads and has resonated deeply with many listeners.

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Bling-Bang-Bang-BornCreepy Nuts

Creepy Nuts “Bling-Bang-Bang-Born” × TV Anime “MASHLE: MAGIC AND MUSCLES” Collaboration Music Video #BBBB Dance

Bling-Bang-Bang-BornCreepy Nuts

A powerful track by Creepy Nuts that vividly portrays the story of a protagonist who fights with brute strength in a world where magic is the norm! With an addictive, hard-hitting chorus rhythm and a Jersey club sound that showcases turntable techniques, it’s an irresistibly compelling song.

Written as the opening theme for the second season of the anime Mashle: Magic and Muscles—Divine Visionary Candidate Exam Arc, which began airing in January 2024, this ambitious piece was crafted by R-Shitei and DJ Matsunaga over the course of about nine months.

The “BBBB Dance” went viral on social media worldwide, and the song topped the iTunes Hip-Hop charts in more than 10 countries, including Taiwan and the Czech Republic.

It’s also perfect for keeping your motivation up when you’re working toward goals, whether in sports, studying, or anything else.

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GGReoNa

ReoNa “GG” – Music Video – (Anime “Sword Art Online Alternative: Gun Gale Online II” Opening Theme)

GGReoNa

A song in which ReoNa’s clear, soaring voice sings of gaming terminology and battles in virtual worlds, vividly drawing the line between reality and the virtual.

Featuring a standout arrangement by Sugi, guitarist of coldrain, the track was released on November 20, 2024 as ReoNa’s 10th single.

Chosen as the opening theme for the anime “Sword Art Online Alternative: Gun Gale Online II,” it has garnered high acclaim.

When you want to unleash the fighting spirit hidden in your heart or prepare yourself before an important challenge, its powerful sound will surely give you a push.

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