[2025] Iconic and Recommended Popular Anime Songs with Awesome Guitar

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Girls Dead Monster – Crow Song

A catchy rock tune that’s also recommended for anyone who wants to start learning guitar.

It’s a song by Girls Dead Monster, the in-anime girl band from Angel Beats!, released as a single in 2010.

The track features a simple yet powerful style reminiscent of skate punk.

Its uplifting lyrics—about wanting to be a light that shines through the darkness—make it an encouraging power rock number.

It’s the kind of sound that makes you want to jump in and play your heart out.

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BLUE ENCOUNT “BLADE” Music Video (TV Anime ‘True Samurai Legend YAIBA’ Opening Theme)

This track was produced as the opening theme for the TV anime “Shin Samuraden YAIBA.” Its exhilarating, fast-paced rock sound perfectly synchronizes with the theme of “cleaving through darkness with convictions as sharp as a blade.” When you’re feeling lost or anxious, listening to this piece will give you the strength to stay true to your beliefs and the courage to move forward.

It’s a song I want those who wish to hone their inner blade to hear.

You're crazy.WurtS

WurtS “Doka Shiteru (Something’s Off)” × TV anime “Dandadan” Collaboration Music Video

This is a piece by WurtS, written specifically as the ending theme for season 2 of the TV anime Dandadan.

It captures the uncontrollable impulses and impatience that surge the moment you fall in love, expressed over a driving sound.

The lyrics resonate with the anime’s world while also telling WurtS’s own story, making them deeply emotional.

It’s a must-listen for anyone who wants to relive the heart-pounding thrill of youth!

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BAND-MAID / What is justice? (Official Music Video) TV anime “Togen Anki” ending theme song

A BAND-MAID track that shakes the listener’s heart with its hard-hitting sound.

Released in July 2025, it was chosen as the ending theme for the TV anime “Togen Anki.” The sharp guitar riff that explodes from the start and the heavy, intense loud rock sound that stokes a sense of battle match the anime’s world perfectly.

The soaring high-tone vocals are also captivating, embodying the universal theme woven into the lyrics: “What is true justice?” It’s the perfect song for moments when you feel uncertain about the path you believe in or need the courage to face hardship.

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AKINO from bless4 “Miiro (Sea Color)” Music Video

“Miiro” is a single by AKINO from bless4 and serves as the opening theme song for the TV anime Kantai Collection -KanColle-, produced by Diomedéa.

While it’s a very cool track, it primarily uses power chords, making it a recommended anime song for beginner guitarists.

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[Official Live Video] Poppin’Party “Initial” [Limited Time]

The sharp guitar phrases that boost the lyrics—filled with a determination to move toward one’s dreams—really hit home.

It’s a Poppin’Party track, released in 2020 as their 15th single.

It was used as the opening theme for the anime BanG Dream! 3rd Season.

The driving band sound from start to finish and the soul-stirring vocal work are truly moving.

I think it’s the kind of anison that gives you a push when you’re feeling timid!

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[ED] Zoku Sayonara Zetsubou Sensei 'Koiji Romanesque'

A retro, slightly ennui-tinged anison that makes you want to sway side to side as you listen.

It’s the ending theme of the anime Zoku Sayonara Zetsubou Sensei, based on Koji Kumeta’s manga, and was included as the B-side on the 2008 single Kuusou Rumba.

It’s a mid-tempo track marked by a somewhat sultry vocal performance.

It has that charm that makes you want to close your eyes while listening.

By the way, guitarist Susumu Nishikawa—also known as a music producer—participated in the recording.