[Collection of Epic Songs] A compilation of cool anime songs chosen by anime fans
“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!
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[Masterpiece Tracks Assembled] A Collection of Cool Anime Songs Chosen by Anime Fans (231–240)
trajectoryLuck Life
The ending theme song for Season 5 of the anime Bungo Stray Dogs.
It’s a full-throttle uptempo track from the band that has continuously handled the ending themes since Season 1’s “Namae o Yobuyo.” Packed with elements from past installments, it’s a song that deepens the love for both Luck Life fans and anime fans alike.
From the intro onward, the beautiful tones of the electric guitar are striking.
Alongside Luck Life’s signature band ensemble, this emotional number lets you feel the journey you’ve walked and the undeniable proof you’ve gained.
The Lone Fox’s AspirationsLing tosite sigure
Ling tosite sigure is a three-piece rock band known for their eclectic musicality, influenced by various genres, and their distinctive high-tone vocals.
Their track “Kodoku no Saimō,” released digitally on November 8, 2023, was selected as the opening theme for the Netflix-exclusive anime Onmyoji.
The mysterious lyrics, which align with the anime’s worldview, heighten anticipation for the series as an opening theme.
With its rapidly shifting melodic lines that amp up the energy, it’s an eccentric rock tune.
UNDER THE TREESiM
SiM is a rock band that could be called indispensable to Japan’s rock scene, known for hosting large-scale music festivals.
In 2023, they released UNDER THE TREE, a track chosen as the theme song for the anime Attack on Titan The Final Season Part 3 (Part 1).
The lyrics, which evoke Mikasa’s feelings for Eren, connect closely with the story.
It’s a track where a rock sound resonates—thrilling strings intertwine with a weighty band performance.
01Queen Bee
“01,” chosen as the opening theme for the anime Undead Unluck, was released in 2023 by Queen Bee, a rock band drawing attention across music, dance, fashion, and more.
The song depicts the protagonists—who bear the traits of immortality and misfortune—struggling to live while confronting their own destinies.
It opens with tribal-tinged guitar and choral elements, unfolding into a fast-paced band performance.
Paired with Avu-chan’s passionate yet cool vocals, it’s a rock number that sparks anticipation for the start of new days.
Indelible (unforgettable)Huwie Ishizaki
The opening theme for the third season of the anime Dr.
STONE NEW WORLD is “WASUREGATAKI.” It’s an original song written by Huwie Ishizaki.
The title, written in kanji as 「忘れ難き」, means “unforgettable,” and the lyrics portray irreplaceable things that cannot be forgotten, as well as sorrow.
The phrase “wasuregataka(ki),” which you don’t often hear on its own, appears repeatedly, making it stick in your ear.
The sound is a pop style typical of anime openings, heightening anticipation for the series.
innocent arroganceBiSH
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.
HyperKroi
“Hyper,” featured as the opening theme for the anime Under Ninja, was released in 2023 by Kroi, a band that delivers mixture rock incorporating a wide range of genres.
The track has a thrilling atmosphere that evokes the story’s depiction of ninjas living in modern society.
The band’s ever-shifting performance creates a one-of-a-kind soundscape.
Paired with lyrics that carry a subtly dark sense of infiltrating an unknown world, Reo Uchida’s versatile vocals convey the band’s rich musicality in this standout number.