[2025] A roundup of popular anime songs recommended for high school students

Revolutionary JourneyAiNA THE END

AiNA THE END / On the Road of Revolution – On The Way × TV Anime 'Dandadan' [Collaboration Music Video]

The opening theme for season 2 of the popular TV anime Dandadan, known for its unique “occult × youth” world.

Written and composed by Aina The End, who, after her activities with BiSH, has shown a wide range of expression as a solo artist.

The interplay of high-velocity sound and mysterious melody is superb, perfectly matching the atmosphere of the work.

Centered on the theme of fighting to protect what’s precious while harboring a sentimental love, the song, paired with Aina The End’s edgy vocals, stirs the listener’s heart.

Released digitally in July 2025 and later issued on CD as her second single in September of the same year, it’s an upper-tune that will surely give you strength when you need courage to face something.

FinistèreKonomi Suzuki

Finistère

This is a song by Konomi Suzuki that was chosen as the opening theme for the second cour of the TV anime Summer Pockets.

Her powerful vocals, imbued with the resolve to face the future and tinged with the bittersweet scenes of summer’s end, resonate deeply with listeners.

While embracing fading memories, it portrays the protagonist’s firm determination to turn the summer before them into a new beginning.

It’s a summer song that can support you when you want to take a new step forward.

A bouquet of astersASCA

ASCA "Bouquet of Asters" (TV Anime "The Irregular at Magic High School Season 3: Ancient City Insurrection Arc" Ending Theme) Music Video

A song produced as the ending theme that colors the third season of the popular anime The Irregular at Magic High School.

ASCA’s powerful vocals blend beautifully with the grand sound, resulting in a track that truly resonates.

The lyrics, filled with the sorrow of parting and feelings of gratitude, are sure to stir listeners’ hearts.

Released in June 2024, the song came out as a limited-time edition that bundled a CD with a Blu-ray.

When you face the various farewells that come with high school life, why not listen to this song and reflect on your precious memories? A moving experience that touches the heart surely awaits.

I want to become a ghost.Yuika

I Want to Become a Ghost / “Yuika” [MV]

Sung over a breezy sound, it’s a devoted—if a little heavy—love that wishes to become the ghost of the one they adore.

Yuika, whose realistic emotional expression resonates with many, delivers complex feelings of love with a clear, translucent voice.

Lyrics that express the ache of wanting to be close but unable to touch through unique metaphors are sure to make many listeners’ hearts skip a beat.

Released in July 2025, this track was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime “Wataru-kun no XX ga Hōkai Sunzen.” If straight love songs leave you wanting more, this might fit perfectly with that frustrating, bittersweet feeling.

The Impossible Evolution TheoryNanawo Akari

Muri Muri Evolution Theory / Nanawo Akari

“I want to change, but I’m scared!” This is a powerful anthem to play when you’re torn by those conflicting feelings.

Nanawo Akari’s track, released as a single in July 2025, was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime “There’s No Way I Can Be Your Girlfriend, No Way, No Way! (Wait—Maybe It Wasn’t Impossible!?)”.

The exhilarating fusion of electropop and rock will get your energy soaring! If you want to start something but can’t find the courage, this song will give you a bold push, telling you, “It’s not impossible!”

BLADEBLUE ENCOUNT

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.

PaleduskHUGs

Paledusk / HUGs (Official Music Video)

A soul-stirring track from the metalcore band Paledusk.

Imbued with a fierce resolve to overcome life’s absurdities and despair and turn them into strength, this piece was created as the opening theme for the TV anime Gachiakuta and will begin streaming in July 2025.

Its sound—where ferocious shouts intertwine with beautiful clean passages—perfectly embodies the protagonist searching for light in a chaotic world.

If you’re up against a towering wall, this music might just give you the courage to push through.