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[For Men] The Ultimate and Newest Anime Songs That Hype Up Any Party or Performance [2025]

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A style that keeps updating my favorites while loving mainstream and hit songs. I have experience writing articles for outlets like Utaten. Since I discovered music as a student, I’ve mainly listened to Japanese and Korean pop. 2000s J-POP and 2010s K-POP were my youth, and I’m also loosely into jazz and R&B. I enjoy good music across genres with a “good is good” mindset. Thanks to my past work environment (and its influence), I listened to a lot of classic rock and kayōkyoku, which may have broadened my tastes. At RAG MUSIC, I mainly cover K-POP. I focus on reviews that emphasize feelings people can relate to, and on editing aligned with local pride and hit potential. Thank you!

Anime songs now feel far more recognized not just among anime fans, but in living rooms across the country.

For many people, there are at least one or two favorite anime tracks, right?

When it comes to choosing a song for a performance or party act, plenty of folks probably go with anison.

This time, under the theme “Anime Songs That Hype Up Performances and Party Acts for Men,” we researched tracks spanning from the Showa and Heisei eras all the way to Reiwa.

We’re bringing you a wide lineup—from timeless classics that everyone will inevitably sing along to, to killer joke tunes that go all-in on the gag.

We’ve basically chosen songs performed by male vocalists, but there are a few sung by women as well—so if you’re confident in your voice, definitely give them a try!

[For Men] Guaranteed and Latest Anime Songs That Hype Up Parties and Performances [2025] (51–60)

UN-APEXTK from Ling tosite sigure

Solo Leveling Season 2 Non-Credit Ending Movie | TK from Ling tosite sigure “UN-APEX”

UN-APEXTK from Ling tosite sigure

This track has been selected as the ending theme for the anime Solo Leveling Season 2.

The song is characterized by a tone that conveys heated coldness, showcasing a distinctive musicality that syncs seamlessly with the anime’s worldview.

Scheduled for digital release on January 5, 2025, the piece reflects TK’s delicate yet passionate approach and has a compelling power that draws listeners in.

The lyrics portray complex emotions and inner conflict, and the emotional vocals leave a strong impression.

It’s a recommended listen not only for anime fans but also for those seeking inventive music.

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Mazinger ZIchiro Mizuki

Ichiro Mizuki – Mazinger Z INFINITY [AMV / MAD]

Mazinger Z Mizuki Ichirō

The opening theme song of Mazinger Z, which aired on the Fuji TV network from December 1972 to September 1974.

It was a popular anime that recorded viewership ratings exceeding 30% (in the Kanto region), and it’s no exaggeration to say that even in the 21st century it remains indispensable in TV specials featuring anime songs.

It is one of Ichiro Mizuki’s signature songs, known for his work as an anime song vocalist.

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My First KissReassured Dad

My First Kiss (Hajimete no Chuu)

My First Kiss, Reassured Dad

Rather than being a hype-up track, it’s the kind of song you sit back and soak in, yet it’s beloved across generations—and especially the chorus is undeniably a sing-along must.

Let me introduce a legendary anime song! “Hajimete no Chuu,” which gained attention as both the opening and ending theme for the TV anime Kiteretsu Daihyakka, boasts recognition that transcends the anime-song category thanks to its nostalgic melody and cute, studio-processed vocals.

It first appeared as a single in 1990.

The artist name “Anshin Papa” is actually a fictional moniker—the song was written, composed, and sung by Toshiharu Mitsukawa himself.

In 2000, the band Hi-STANDARD released a punked-up cover version that became a huge hit, making that rendition very famous as well.

If you want to really get the crowd going, go with the Hi-Standard version; if you’re aiming for a chill vibe, the original is the way to go!

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Wotakoi: Love Is Hard for Otaku

Fictionsumika

TV anime Wotakoi: Love Is Hard for Otaku Non-Credit OP / sumika “Fiction”

Fiction sumika

This song, which drew attention as the opening theme for the anime “Wotakoi: Love is Hard for Otaku,” features striking lyrics that liken the joys and sorrows of life to the act of turning pages.

Together with sumika’s woven melodies, it portrays a process of accepting the various emotions and events we encounter in everyday life and transforming them into strength, delivering a message of hope and courage to listeners.

Released in March 2019, the track was also used as the theme song for the TV program “Furusata!” and garnered broad support across different audiences.

It’s a perfect choice to sing at parties or performances—the upbeat lyrics and accessible melody will brighten the atmosphere and are sure to get everyone involved and excited!

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[For Men] Definitive and Latest Anime Songs That Hype Up Parties and Performances [2025] (61–70)

Dragon Ball Z

CHA-LA HEAD-CHA-LAHironobu Kageyama

Hironobu Kageyama – CHA-LA HEAD-CHA-LA .Live.mp4

CHA-LA HEAD-CHA-LA Hironobu Kageyama

It’s one of Hironobu Kageyama’s signature songs and was used as the opening theme for the anime Dragon Ball Z, a track that has come to symbolize the series.

The song conveys an exciting sense of facing the unknown and the exhilaration of adventure, strongly evoking the story of the work itself.

The lyrics, which seem to express a swell of emotion, are striking; precisely because they string together words whose meanings can be hard to grasp, the feelings of fun and buoyant excitement come through even more strongly.

In the chorus, the title “CHA-LA HEAD-CHA-LA” is shouted triumphantly, making you want to join in and amp up the energy together.

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Crimson Bow and ArrowLinked Horizon

Attack on Titan - Guren no Yumiya (Full)

Crimson Bow and Arrow by Linked Horizon

This is a song by the music unit Linked Horizon, led by sound creator Revo.

Linked Horizon is an alternate name used by Sound Horizon for tie-in songs, and they were selected to perform the opening theme for the anime Attack on Titan.

The piece features various developments that feel like it’s expressing a story through music, and it also incorporates the tense worldview of Attack on Titan, which is a key point.

In singing, conveying the worldview is essential—it’s important to infuse the performance with the strength to face adversity and a sense of determination.

Since the song unfolds almost like multiple pieces in one, it may be best to listen closely and get thoroughly familiar with it.

There are also parts where you rally those around you to shout powerfully together, so keep that in mind and really build up the energy there.

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Daydream caféPetit Rabbit’s

TV anime “Is the Order a Rabbit?” OP video (Daydream café / Petit Rabbit’s) [NBCUniversal Anime × Music 30th Anniversary Daily OP/ED Posting Project]

Daydream caféPetit Rabbit's

If you’re in a setting where going all-in on a gag is acceptable, this is an anisong I’d love to see the guys take on! “Daydream café,” famous for sparking a boom that turned the phrase “kokoro pyon pyon” into an internet meme, was released as the theme song for the popular 2014 TV anime Is the Order a Rabbit?.

Performed by the unit Petit Rabbit’s, made up of the main characters’ voice cast, the song features lyrics by Aki Hata—arguably the most renowned and prolific lyricist in the anisong world—and composition by Kaoru Ōkubo, another creator behind many anisong classics.

True to the show’s image, Daydream café is a wonderfully cute, charming, and sparkling track.

Hata’s signature wordplay really shines when you try singing it at karaoke, letting you appreciate its flavor even more.

And if a male group is going to sing it, as I mentioned at the start, make sure to mind the time and place—and then hop to it!

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