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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!

[Masterpiece Tracks Assembled] A Collection of Cool Anime Songs Chosen by Anime Fans (41–50)

PrayTommy heavenly6

Tommy heavenly6 – pray

PrayTommy heavenly6

It’s the first opening theme of the anime Gintama.

While the series has many comedic episodes, Gintama also sometimes makes you cry and shows its characters being really cool.

This straight-up rock number perfectly fits that image.

It was released in 2006 as Tommy heavenly6’s fifth single.

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silhouetteKANA-BOON

KANA-BOON “Silhouette” Music Video

Silhouette KANA-BOON

The opening theme of the anime Naruto Shippuden, based on Masashi Kishimoto’s work, which was serialized for a long time from 1999 to 2014 and became very popular! It’s an energetic, fast-paced song that’s quintessentially KANA-BOON.

The melody leaves a strong impression, even moving you by the end.

Incidentally, this was KANA-BOON’s first anime tie-in song.

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SPARK-AGAINAimer

[Limited Time] Fire Force Season 2 Non-Credit Opening Video | Aimer “SPARK-AGAIN”

SPARK-AGAINAimer

Released in September 2020, “SPARK-AGAIN” is Aimer’s 19th single and was chosen as the opening theme for the popular anime Fire Force Season 2.

It’s incredibly cool, with a driving sense of speed like a blast of hot wind and a rock sound that surges in the chorus.

If you’ve read the original or watched the anime, I’m sure many of you have thought, “I want to hear this during the battle scenes!” When I think of Aimer, I usually picture songs that quietly and deeply draw you in, but energetic, up-tempo tracks like this that hit you straight in the heart are great too.

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LionMay’n / Megumi Nakajima

Lion [May’n / Megumi Nakajima] Chapic audio source

Lion May'n / Megumi Nakajima

The opening theme of the anime Macross Frontier, which is set on the super long-distance immigrant fleet Macross Frontier traveling through space.

It’s a duet by May’n, who performs the singing parts for the in-anime character Sheryl Nome, and Megumi Nakajima, the voice actress for Ranka Lee.

The lyrics depict a love triangle that follows the story of the anime.

Although the two are at odds when it comes to love, they deliver a truly beautiful harmony.

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Genesis of AquarionAKINO

Sousei no Aquarion (Cover)

Genesis of Aquarion AKINO

The opening theme song of the anime “Genesis of Aquarion,” which aired in the late-night slot on TV Tokyo and other networks from April to September 2005.

It was composed by Yoko Kanno, who has created music for many anime.

The lyrics express the anime’s worldview and are deeply moving.

I can introduce it as a masterpiece that truly stirs the heart.

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RealizeKonomi Suzuki

Anime TV series Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- 2nd season OP theme “Realize” anime MV

Konomi Suzuki - Realize

It’s a hard rock number whose string timbre creates a grand atmosphere.

Sung by Konomi Suzuki, a vocalist known for numerous anime theme songs, it was released in 2020 as her 18th single.

The track was chosen as the opening theme for the second season of the isekai reincarnation anime Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World.

The powerful sound pairs perfectly with the lyrics’ resolve to face adversity, making it deeply moving.

And the guitar riff is insanely cool.

If you want to fire yourself up, this is a must-listen.

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MelissaPorno Graffitti

PORNO GRAFFITTI 'Melissa' (ROMANCE PORNO ’08 ~10 YEARS GIFT~) / PORNOGRAFFITTI 'Melissa (Live Ver.)'

Melissa Porno Graffitti

Hiromu Arakawa’s Fullmetal Alchemist was popular as both a manga and an anime, and eventually even became a live-action film.

The first opening theme for the anime is Melissa by Porno Graffitti.

For many people, this is the song that comes to mind when they think of FMA, isn’t it? It’s a track written specifically for the anime to tie in with the story.

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