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[For Band Members] Recommended Anime Songs for Cultural and School Festival Live Performances [2025]

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.
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Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and have been contributing to music magazines and web media for over 15 years. Although Western music is my main field, I always strive to stay curious with the motto, “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in a band, where I was a bassist responsible for songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve performed on include bass, guitar, and piano. I resumed piano lessons after turning 40 and have been continuing ever since!

Speaking of anime songs, they’ve become mainstream in the music industry recently, haven’t they?

If you look at music charts, it’s not unusual to see anime theme songs lined up at the top.

In this article, we’ll introduce popular anime songs that are sure to hype up your school festival for those who want to perform anisongs and get the crowd going!

We’ve selected not only the latest hits, but also classic favorites and songs that are easy for beginner bands to cover, so use this as a reference when choosing your setlist!

[For Band Members] Recommended Anime Songs for School Cultural Festival Live Performances [2025] (191–200)

DreamerAiRI

Tari Tari op (Dreamer) by Airi (FULL) (HD)

DreamerAiRI

It’s the opening theme of the anime TARI TARI.

It has a refreshing feel and a sense of speed, so it seems like it would hype people up even aside from being an anime song.

The vocals are a bit on the high side, so if it’s hard to sing, it might be good to lower the key a little.

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HIT IN THE USABEAT CRUSADERS

COVER: Beat Crusaders – Hit In The USA (STEM TRACK DOWNLOADS)

HIT IN THE USABEAT CRUSADERS

The opening theme of the anime BECK.

The lyrics are straightforward and easy to remember, so even people who struggle with English lyrics can learn them well while practicing.

Keep a crisp beat, actively hype up the crowd to get them clapping along, and build a groove!

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～Outgrow～Gero

【Gero】2nd Single「〜Outgrow〜」Music Video -Full ver.-

～Outgrow～Gero

This is the second single by Gero, a popular singer originating from Nico Nico Douga, and it was used as the opening theme for the anime Tokyo Ravens.

It’s an intense track characterized by a ferocious sense of speed, a heavy sound, and powerful vocals.

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Seven Deadly SinsMAN WITH A MISSION

MAN WITH A MISSION　『Seven Deadly Sins』

Seven Deadly SinsMAN WITH A MISSION

It was used as the opening theme for The Seven Deadly Sins, originally created by Nakaba Suzuki.

The performers are MAN WITH A MISSION, also known as the Wolf Band.

The lyrics are in English, so it’s hard to sing, but it’s also good for studying—two birds with one stone.

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[For Band Members] Recommended Anime Songs for School Culture Festival Live Performances [2025] (201–210)

CobaltMOB CHOIR

Cobalt

Cobalt (MOB CHOIR)

This song by MOB CHOIR was used as the ending theme for the anime Mob Psycho 100 III.

While it carries a slightly dark atmosphere, it still delivers a solid sense of drive, and sana’s cool vocals fit it perfectly.

The powerful guitar riff in the intro and the intertwining drum phrases are striking—nail that section and you’re guaranteed to look cool! Also, the bassline stands out throughout the entire track and seems challenging to replicate, so it might be best to practice it carefully until you can play it, or, if you’re not confident, consider simplifying it to make it more manageable.

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Sprit InspirationNothing’s Carved In Stone

Nothing’s Carved In Stone　『Spirit Inspiration』

Sprit InspirationNothing’s Carved In Stone

This rock tune by Nothing’s Carved In Stone, with its solid, hard-hitting rock sound, has pierced the hearts of countless fans.

The drums pound front and center, driving the beat relentlessly, the bass is constantly in motion, and yet the vocals never fade into the background—you’ll be overwhelmed by the groove.

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comic sonicthe pillows

the pillows / Comic Sonic(Short Ver.)

comic sonicthe pillows

The ending theme of the anime SKET DANCE.

Its light, refreshing riffs are striking, as if blowing away the haze that comes with youth.

Kenta Shinohara, the original creator, has publicly stated that he is a fan of the pillows.

Besides this song, lyrics from the band are quoted in the series, and parts of their lyrics are even used as episode subtitles, showing just how much he likes them.

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