Moving and iconic anime songs, popular tracks

Come meet me through the secret doorYukari Tamura

No-Rin OP: Coming to Meet You Through the Secret Door / Yukari Tamura

The opening theme of No-Rin.

It’s a cute, poppy song by Yukari Tamura, evoking the image of a girl in love.

I like the upbeat feel of the chorus.

Once you hear it, it sticks in your head and boosts your mood.

The lyrics for this song are also by Aki Hata.

Even if you break tomorrowWANDS

Even if you break tomorrow Yu-Gi-Oh WANDS

Used as an ending theme for Yu-Gi-Oh!, this song is among the most popular in the series.

With its poignant lyrics and powerful vocals, it’s a highly polished track that resonates with listeners.

Even those unfamiliar with Yu-Gi-Oh! can be gently moved by it, so why not listen to it once while reading the lyrics?

Galaxy Express 999Godiego

Godiego - Galaxy Express 999 (1979)

This is the theme song of the feature-length animated film Galaxy Express 999.

It was released in 1979.

The song carries a message aiming for a bright future, and the chorus evokes the image of the flying train from the anime.

For its time, it was an unusual style of anime song (before pop and rock influences), and it’s a track that makes you feel like taking on a challenge with a spirit of adventure.

Unwavering WishNaomi Tamura

Naomi Tamura - Unyielding Wish

It’s the opening theme of Magic Knight Rayearth.

It was Naomi Tamura’s fourth single, released in 1994, with lyrics written by Tamura herself.

A massive hit with over 1.

2 million copies sold, it has been covered by artists and voice actors such as Shoko Nakagawa and Mikuni Shimokawa.

It’s an uplifting, empowering song about a protagonist who aims for the future—strong enough to withstand adversity and loneliness, yet also aware of her own weaknesses.

secret base ~What You Gave Me~ (10 years after Ver.)Meiko Honma (Ai Kayano), Naruko Anjou (Haruka Tomatsu), Chiriko Tsurumi (Saori Hayami)

[THsub] Secret Base ~What You Gave Me~ (10 years after Ver.)

It’s the ending theme of Anohana.

Like the anime itself, the lyrics are heartrending and moving.

The simple, unadorned vocals further heighten the sorrow, and it brings me to tears.

I can’t help but see my own childhood in it.

I think it’s a top-tier song in the “moving/tear-jerker” category.

catch the momentLiSA

LiSA 『Catch the Moment』-Music Clip RADIO EDIT ver.-

It’s the theme song for the Sword Art Online movie.

It’s up-tempo and really pumps you up.

The lyrics tell a story and are filled with affection, so they resonate deeply.

The singer’s voice is so clear it’s impossible to imitate—and it sounds incredibly cool.

Renaselle SerenadeMomoiro Clover Z

Renaselle Serenade

This is a song by Momoiro Clover Z whose moving lyrics and powerful melody resonate deeply.

It carries messages about the importance of taking on challenges and the meaning found in past experiences, gently encouraging listeners forward.

Released digitally in June 2024, it was also selected as the opening theme for the TV anime That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime Season 3.

Another highlight is that Motoki Omori of Mrs.

GREEN APPLE wrote and composed the song.

It’s recommended for anyone standing at a crossroads in life who wants to keep moving forward in their own way.

Give it a listen, and you’ll surely feel hope for tomorrow welling up.