Lovely anime song

Moving and iconic anime songs, popular tracks

Representative, Elysion Philharmonic Orchestrasai-kisaragi
Heisei College of Music, Composition Course. Studied composition and conducting under Keizo Ideta, piano under Chinami Kira, and arts management under Takuma Konishi. With a focus on community and music, I work to revitalize my hometown of Saga Prefecture. While performing as a double bassist with wind ensembles and orchestras across Kyushu, I participated on double bass in the “Orchestra Without Borders” orchestra camp of the professional game and anime music ensemble Eminence Orchestra, held in Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture in September 2012. During CAPCOM’s Kyushu Tour in 2016, I not only performed as an orchestra member but also served on the production staff. I currently serve as the managing representative for the game and anime performance groups Elysion Philharmonic Orchestra (Saga Prefecture) and Fukuoka Game Music Wind Orchestra (Fukuoka Prefecture), and handle conducting, arranging, and public relations.

From the latest anime songs to nostalgic national favorites everyone knows—opening themes, insert songs, ending themes—we present a selection of tear-jerking anime tracks, featuring classic and popular picks recommended by our editorial staff.

Some parts that were cut in the TV broadcast versions are included here—why not listen to the full-length versions from this list?

You’ll surely get chills when you discover deeper lyrics or keywords that tie directly into the anime’s scenes.

Moving Anisong Masterpieces and Popular Songs (91–100)

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Yumeji / nano.RIPE with lyric subtitles

Yumeji nano.RIPE

It’s the theme song of Hanasaku Iroha.

It played in the final episode, and it fit perfectly with the feeling of everyone heading toward their own futures.

The contrast between the bright melody and the slightly bittersweet lyrics is great.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when embarking on a new journey.

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againYUI

Yui – Again (Kan/Rom/Eng Lyrics)

againYUI

It’s the opening theme song of the anime Fullmetal Alchemist.

Released in 2009, it is YUI’s 13th single.

YUI herself wrote and composed the song, and it’s a track where her angelic voice and lyrics that pierce like a cry from the heart resonate deeply.

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Pride RevolutionCHiCO with HoneyWorks

Pride Revolution / CHiCO with HoneyWorks

Pride Revolution CHiCO with HoneyWorks

This is a song that was used as an opening theme for the anime Gintama.

The lyrics feel like being powerfully supported by someone important, and I think it’s a song that gives you a push forward.

The anime and the lyrics are linked, which is really great.

The music video is a romance-themed PV characteristic of HoneyWorks, so the contrast with the anime works well too.

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I'll find it before the stars do.Hiroko Moriguchi

Hiroko Moriguchi / I’ll Find You Before the Stars – Music Clip Full Ver.

Hiroko Moriguchi — I’ll find it before the stars do

The ending theme of One-Punch Man.

This person is known for Gundam, but I wasn’t aware of them at all.

I liked this song as soon as I first heard it and put it on my phone.

The vocals are powerful, and the lyrics are gentle.

Apparently, the song is about a cactus waiting for its master.

I love the singer’s warm, enveloping voice.

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paradise lostMinori Chihara

[Official Video] Minori Chihara – Paradise Lost – 茅原実里

Minori Chihara - Paradise Lost

The opening theme of Ga-Rei: Zero.

It’s sung by the voice actors.

The song is uptempo, cool, and powerful.

The lyrics are by Aki Hata, who has written many songs, so they’re especially moving.

After watching the anime, I sometimes listen to this track and it gives me goosebumps.

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Nirgilis – “Sakura” [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

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In the fourth opening of Eureka Seven, the bright melody contrasts with poignantly bittersweet lyrics that leave a strong impression.

Although the anime portrays racism and human relationships with striking realism, listening to this song makes my heart feel so liberated that those kinds of small walls hardly matter.

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Let It Go ~As I Am~Takako Matsu

Takako Matsu – Let It Go ~Ari no mama de~ (From “Frozen”)

Let It Go ~ Ari no Mama de ~ Takako Matsu

This is a song from the Disney film Frozen.

Takako Matsu starred as the Japanese dubbing voice in 2014, and this song has surpassed one million downloads.

May J also sings the same song in the ending.

After the movie was released, it was such a sensational hit that you’d hear people humming it every day.

It’s an encouraging song filled with the message of being true to yourself.

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