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

Even if you’re not someone who’s super into anime in the Reiwa era, it’s pretty normal to at least keep up with the buzzy shows, right?

For high school students, anime probably takes up a big spot among the topics you chat about with classmates.

And when it comes to talking about anime, there’s one thing you can’t leave out… that’s right, anime songs!

Whether you get into anime because you like the band or artist singing the opening or ending theme—or the other way around—anime and anison (anime songs) are inseparable.

Here, we’ve rounded up the latest masterpieces and hit tracks among anison that we recommend especially for current high school students.

Enjoy!

Playlist

[2025] A roundup of popular anime songs recommended for high school students
	Title	Playlist	One point
1	It tickles.CHiCO with HoneyWorks		CHiCO with HoneyWork…
2	Wanna beteddyloid		Anime with electronic music at its core…
3	PlatformUru		Captivating many listeners with a mysterious presence…
4	Blade length: 200,000,000 centimetersMaximum the Hormone		Impressive songs from Chainsaw Man
5	IBUMP OF CHICKEN		TV anime ending theme, Song of Hope
6	Connect -season 03-ClariS		A new charm of the masterpiece by ClariS
7	Mad PulseMADKID		MADKID's powerful cheering song
8	GlideMyuk		A song of hope to overcome everyday anxieties
9	Chaos reaches its peakUNISON SQUARE GARDEN		Expressing the story through exhilarating, fast-paced rock
10	flashVESPERBELL		The opening theme song of the anime “Assassin,” with a powerful message
11	Latest episodeJapanese rice bran		Adolescent love: a song of delicate feelings and courage
12	ActorLila Ikuta		Lilas Ikuta’s SPY×FAMILY Season 3 ending theme
13	Happy Yummy Lucky YummyGANG PARADE		Feeling positive with an anime opening theme
14	AmadeusGalileo Galilei		An epic musical work that depicts the emotions of youth
15	PrologueNornis		Theme song of the Nijisanji VTuber unit
16	Protect the LightSpitz		Anime OP theme, a song of heartache and hope
17	Blue MagicChou Kyumei		The band’s blue magic depicts hope and bittersweetness.
18	Raise your level and beat it with raw physical power.Kishida Kyoudan & The Akeboshi Rockets		Anime theme song, powerful hard rock
19	Flower of the battlefieldCHiCO with HoneyWorks		A passionate rock song that embodies a soul challenging adversity
20	POP LIFEFANTASTICS from EXILE TRIBE		Anime theme song depicting the small joys of everyday life
21	Shall we stay together?HOKUTO		Anime theme song sung by Hokuto Yoshino, in harmony with nature
22	Ash[Alexandros]		[Alexandros]'s demon-themed anime opening song expresses its world with profound, weighty lyrics.
23	Adult Chick Childrenyama		An anime theme song that portrays growing pains and the search for adulthood
24	ACTIONeill		eill’s ‘Togen Anki’ ending theme features a powerful vocal performance.
25	Better OffiScream		A contemporary electropop track
26	THE REVOPorno Graffitti		The final chapter’s passionate song, a tale of transformation and hope
27	Offering (sacrificial victim) -nie-Yoshino		TV anime theme song expressing feelings of loneliness and obsession
28	Eenie Meenie Lost ChildOokami Mio		Mio’s anime theme song: gentle lyrics and world
29	Amidakuji (Japanese lottery method)Super Student		A powerful rock song that portrays fate and justice
30	Like GravityBONNIE PINK		A song of two people from different worlds, bound by a tie like gravity
31	fatesumika		“Delicious in Dungeon” sumika’s cheer song
32	to clear up (weather)Yorushika		Yorushika’s hit song is the opening theme for Frieren.
33	Guitar, Loneliness, and the Blue Planetcable tie		A moving song that sings of the loneliness of youth
34	JANE DOEKenshi Yonezu, Hikaru Utada		Moving songs by Kenshi Yonezu and Hikaru Utada
35	The crowd, our townAnt with spines but without stings		The empathy song of the stingless spiny ant inspires young people.
36	Bling-Bang-Bang-BornCreepy Nuts		Creepy Nuts' cheer song resonates with the heart
37	IllusionMY FIRST STORY × HYDE		Demon Slayer Hashira Training Arc OP, a collaborative song with a band
38	CAT’S EYEAdo		Covering 80s classics with a modern twist, Ado captivates
39	I love youWednesday Campanella		A song that likens the course of love to mahjong hands
40	Deer-Colored DaysShika-bu [Kanoko Nonoko (CV: Megumi Han), Koshikoshi Torako (CV: Saki Fujita), Koshian Anko (CV: Rui Tanabe), Bashame Meme (CV: Fuka Izumi)]		Shikabu’s song, a hugely popular anime opening theme
41	budOmoinotake		Music that transcends differences in values
42	Life TransmutationReoNa		A moving prayer song from the final episode of an anime
43	a prayer to the gods; relying on divine interventionsyudou		A thirst for happiness, moving forward on my own
44	photo opportunityMei-chan		A pop tune filled with the sparkle of youth
45	sparkling ashLegal Lily		A step toward facing the past through a fantastical piece of music
46	Song Not to ForgetMacaroni Enpitsu		A Mafumatsu no Enpitsu song that portrays the frustrations and dreams of youth
47	Curtain callYuri		The powerful theme song of the anime “My Hero”
48	Happy Lucky Chappyano		Anime theme song, a cry of pain and rebellion
49	absolute zeroNatori		Anime theme song, a song of hope that resonates with high school students
50	On the FrontlineHITORIE		A song of emotions and self-discovery that resonates with high school students
51	Growing UpMachico		A positive anime opening theme song that cheers on high school students
52	ReCodaTRUE		TV anime theme song, evoking memories of youth.
53	You’re the grandpa, and I’m the grandma.Koresawa		The love of an elderly couple depicted in an anime theme song
54	Wandering StarRUKI		RUKI delivers an inspiring song as a movie theme
55	Renaselle SerenadeMomoiro Clover Z		A cheering song of hope and courage, soaring into the future
56	Fly HighAtarashii Gakkou no Leaders		Netflix movie theme song, the power to live true to yourself
57	Revolutionary JourneyAiNA THE END		Opening theme song of an occult × youth anime
58	FinistèreKonomi Suzuki		Singing of summer’s end and a resolve for the future
59	A bouquet of astersASCA		The moving song from the anime The Irregular at Magic High School
60	I want to become a ghost.Yuika		A bittersweet love that makes you want to become the ghost of the one you love
61	The Impossible Evolution TheoryNanawo Akari		An anthem that gives you the courage to change
62	BLADEBLUE ENCOUNT		The opening theme of True Samurai Legend YAIBA conveys strong will and courage.
63	PaleduskHUGs		A powerful song by a metalcore band
64	Ao and KiramekiSpira Spica		Anime theme song, depicting the brilliance of youth
65	Last lookKeina Suda		Transcend common sense and unleash your potential
66	A world where the sun does not riseAimer		Demon Slayer theme song, Aimer’s deep singing voice
67	What is justice?BAND-MAID		BAND-MAID’s powerful anime ending theme, a song infused with fiery spirit
68	snowdropConton Candy		An anthem of encouragement that portrays adolescent emotions
69	Osomatsu-san’s Bonbashé!DA PUMP		A bright anime theme song with an 80s-style disco vibe
70	HelloFurui Riho		A masterpiece that sings of the bonds of comrades and hope for the future
71	SUPERNOVAKANA-BOON		KANA-BOON’s fiery rock, the theme song for a science anime
72	End of DaysReoNa		A song of a soul seeking light from despair
73	OVERNIGHTTHE ORAL CIGARETTES		The rock sound stirs the soul.
74	CAT CITYTHE YELLOW MONKEY		Theme song of a cat anime movie, overflowing with fun!
75	You’re crazy.WurtS		A song that portrays the impulses of love and the feeling of bewilderment
76	CALLING†Kaede Higuchi		A song of hope that delivers the courage to face difficulties.
77	Youth is eternalShonan no Kaze feat. Atarashii Gakko no Leaders		A cross-generational collaborative cheer song that boosts youth
78	Your planetNOMELON NOLEMON		A poignant song that believes in a reunion with someone far away
79	IRIS OUTKenshi Yonezu		Chainsaw Man theme song, Kenshi Yonezu’s moving track
80	Confirmation theoryRyokushen		A song of strong will in the face of adversity
81	MirageCreepy Nuts		A moving night song that portrays the emotions of the night
82	LUCKYTOMOO		Anime song: the thrill of meeting and the warmth of the city
83	Revolutionary Journey – On the WayAina the End		A song that powerfully proclaims a resolve in love.
84	Kagome KagomeMasayoshi Oishi		Oishi's song: Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun 2 theme song
85	A gaze is lightTatsuya Kitani		TV anime theme song, moving/emotional track
86	kaiju (giant monster)Sakanaction		A rock song that portrays a burning passion for the pursuit of knowledge
87	KusushikiMrs. GREEN APPLE		The opening theme song of the anime “The Apothecary Diaries”
88	I love you soooo much!HY		HY's Okinawan rock captures the feelings of youth.
89	OrangeSPYAIR		Haikyu!! theme song: bonds with teammates and dreams
90	HALONOMELON NOLEMON		The hopeful insert song of the anime “GQuuuuuuX”
91	A hundred flowers in full bloomLila Ikuta		An inspiring song that sings of hope and inner strength
92	UrusirenUmeda Cipher		Anime “Fire Force” Umeda Cipher’s ending theme song
93	sense of painamazarashi		Amazarashi’s new song has been chosen as an anime theme song.
94	She is now inside the labyrinth.HoneyWorks feat. KAF		HoneyWorks × KAF, theme song for a Showa-era yokai anime
95	All’s well that ends well.Kent on this side		The opening theme song of the anime “Vigilante”
96	If it’s not a dream, then what is it?Little Glee Monster		An inspiring song that gives you the courage to face tomorrow
97	MONTAGEKento Nakajima		Hiroyuki Sawano’s new song, the theme song for a mystery anime
98	Kinnikuman HeroMasaaki Endo		Masaaki Endoh’s passionate soul songs, depicting courage and friendship
99	UNDEADYOASOBI		YOASOBI's powerful song stimulates the heart.
100	idolYOASOBI		YOASOBI's opening theme song for 'Oshi no Ko'
101	Beyond the timbreKitauji Quartet		Singing of the radiance of youth and the bonds with friends
102	Rosé (Prod. TeddyLoid)Hikari Mitsushima		Hikari Mitsushima’s powerful song, the anime ending theme
103	OtonokeCreepy Nuts		Dandadan OP, a distinctive sound
104	Run, SAKAMOTOVaundy		SAKAMOTO DAYS opening theme sung by Vaundy
105	Unable to become an adultwhale		A heartwarming song that gently sings of the anxieties and hopes of growing up
106	SailingBE:FIRST		An anthem of encouragement with a fiery beat full of youthful hope
107	PlazmaKenshi Yonezu		Gundam theme song, Kenshi Yonezu’s challenge track
108	ReawakeRLiSA		Anime theme song, powerful rock and moving
109	In that caseMacaroni Enpitsu		A youthful love song filled with longing and passion
110	A heart on the verge of transformingSou		A world of complex feelings of love painted by Sou’s singing voice
111	EGOISTimase		imase’s new song “EGOIST,” with powerful lyrics and music
112	ReawakeR(feat.Felix of Stray Kids)LiSA		The new song by LiSA, the theme song for an anime, is now available for streaming.
113	Ame-no-Murakumo no Tsurugi – SKYBREAKER –Takanori Nishikawa		An epic wuxia fantasy song performed by Takanori Nishikawa
114	Even if the world were to end tomorrowASCA		ASCA, an anime opening theme song, singing of strong will and love
115	VSBLUE ENCOUNT		A passionate track about facing yourself and growing
116	Shouted SerenadeLiSA		I feel hope in LiSA’s powerful message.
117	lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s passionate anthem that colors youth
118	recallKairi Yagi		Expressing youthful resolve through Kairi Yagi’s powerful singing
119	Teenage BlueEVE		A song of youthful wistfulness and exhilaration, filled with memories.