Even when we say “anisong” in a single breath, it’s not like the old days—now we can enjoy all sorts of genres.
It’s also become commonplace for bands and voice actors to perform the theme songs.
Of course, veteran anime singers are still going strong as well.
In this article, we’ve compiled male artists who have performed anime opening and ending themes.
You might find out who sings that song you’ve been curious about.
Be sure to read to the end!
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Recommended male vocalists for anime songs (1–10)
Paradise CityMasayoshi Oishi
Oishi Masayoshi wrote, composed, and performs the opening theme for the TV anime Cop Craft.
The track, arranged by his mentor Kento Ogiya from Orquesta de la Luz, has an urban Latin jazz vibe with a touch of Showa-era flair, making it stand out a bit among anime songs.
We can’t take our eyes off his wide-ranging future activities, either.
The Road to Tomorrow ~Going My Way!!~Masaaki Endo
Masaaki Endoh, who sings the opening theme “The Road to Tomorrow ~Going my way!!~” for the anime Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D’s, is a powerful singer with a high-tone voice, yet he has the astonishing background of never having taken voice training.
He is a long-standing anisong artist who made his solo debut as an anime song singer in 1995 at the invitation of a music producer.
HEATSHironobu Kageyama
Hironobu Kageyama, who sings this song, was originally the vocalist of a band called Lazy, but after performing the theme song for Dengeki Sentai Changeman, he went on to sing many anime songs.
When you hear ‘the singer of the opening theme CHA-LA HEAD-CHA-LA from Dragon Ball Z,’ many of you probably think, ‘Oh, that guy.
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peace signKenshi Yonezu
As you all know, Kenshi Yonezu, who sings this song used as the opening theme for the anime My Hero Academia, is loved not only in the anime world but by a wide range of generations.
He originally aspired to be a manga artist, and his music videos—crafted with his own visuals—are captivating, showcasing his multifaceted talents.
He is undoubtedly one of today’s artists who exudes creativity across many fields.
Happy Go Ducky!the pillows
They don’t often appear at the top of the charts, but they have a strong, lasting following and are popular not only in Japan but also overseas, including in the United States.
Their weapons are refreshing yet powerful vocals and high-quality guitar sound.
Thanks to their strong musical prowess, many of their songs have been selected as theme songs for anime and TV programs.
Notable examples include Ahiru no Sora, Moteki, and Count Down TV.
silhouetteKANA-BOON
KANA-BOON is a rock band formed in 2008.
Their songs may sound understated at first, but they’re actually full of power.
A hallmark of their music is how effectively they build up to and elevate the chorus.
Their strong vocal performances have earned them widespread popularity, even landing them theme songs for hit anime like Naruto.
Their tracks are easy to listen to, making them a great entry point even for those who aren’t usually into contemporary rock.
TempestMamoru Miyano
Mamoru Miyano, who sings Tempest, the theme song of the TV anime Uta no☆Prince-sama♪ Maji LOVE Legend Star, is also an actor and voice actor, and he wrote the lyrics himself.
It’s a song where you can fully appreciate the rich voice unique to a voice actor.
He continues to achieve remarkable success, starring in films as an actor and winning several awards as a voice actor.