Popular Western Music Anime Songs Ranking [2025]
When it comes to Western-language anime songs, the first thing that comes to mind is probably Disney.
We’ve put together a collection of popular Western anime songs that appeal to a wide range of ages, from children to adults.
Did your favorite song from that anime make the list?
Popular Western Music Anime Songs Ranking [2025] (21–30)
Knockin’ On Heaven’s DoorBob Dylan22rank/position
Released in Japan in 2025, the film “A Complete Unknown” starring Timothée Chalamet drew attention in Japan as a work depicting the youth of the legendary, still-in-the-making musician Bob Dylan.
It likely sparked interest in Dylan among many younger viewers.
Dylan’s song “Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door”—featured in the film “Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid,” for which Dylan composed the soundtrack—is a timeless classic covered by countless artists and bands.
In Japan, it’s also well known by its Japanese title “Tengoku e no Tobira” (Heaven’s Door), and fans of JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure will recognize the reference in the beloved character Rohan Kishibe’s Stand, “Heaven’s Door.
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ImmortalsFall Out Boy23rank/position
This is a track by the American rock band Fall Out Boy, written specifically for the end credits of Disney’s Big Hero 6.
Formed in 2001, the band released the song in October 2014, and it was later included on their album American Beauty/American Psycho.
Its powerful percussion and electronic sound perfectly sync with the characters’ exhilarating transformation into heroes.
Centered on themes of unyielding spirit—standing up for those you care about—and the bonds that help friends overcome adversity together, it stirs your fighting spirit just by listening.
Certified Platinum in the United States, this fiery anthem is sure to give you a strong push when you’re taking on a challenge!
Real In RIoJamie Foxx, Anne Hathaway, Will.i.am, etc24rank/position
A song used in the film set in Brazil, Rio (titled Blue: First Flight in Japanese).
It also drew attention for being created by a lineup of star artists.
From the opening, which begins with a samba expressed through birdsong, it lifts your spirits.
A piece that makes you want to start dancing the samba.
RideZZ Ward ft.Gary Clark Jr.25rank/position
The ending song of the movie Cars 3 (Cars/Crossroad).
Its speedy, cool melody, Zu Word’s husky voice, and the guitar sound all come together to make a very stylish piece.
The guitar in the interlude is fantastic too, making it a track that really gets you pumped.
ThunderstruckAC/DC26rank/position
An insert song from the movie Planes: Fire & Rescue, which depicts forest fire rescues.
It’s used in the scene where they head out to fight a fire, and the track brilliantly conveys urgency and valor.
The distinctive, almost shout-like vocals are burning with intensity, making it a piece that truly lifts your spirits.
Dream OnAerosmith27rank/position
Aerosmith, who rose to immense popularity in their home country and in Japan as titans of American hard rock in the 1970s, continued to thrive at the forefront of the scene for decades into the 2020s with a sound that digested a wide range of influences rooted in their origins.
Unfortunately, it’s still fresh in our memory that their farewell tour was canceled in August 2024 due to frontman Steven Tyler’s throat issues, but the many masterpieces they’ve created remain beloved and unfading.
In JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure Part 5: Golden Wind, the Stand used by Narancia Ghirga is named “Aerosmith,” directly referencing the band—so be sure to check it out.
A Whole New WorldAlan Menken28rank/position
This song, born from the Disney film Aladdin, is a masterpiece that celebrates adventure into a new world and the power of love.
Created by Alan Menken and Tim Rice, it won both an Academy Award and a Grammy in 1993 and is cherished around the world.
Sung during the scene where Aladdin and Jasmine soar through the night sky on a magic carpet, the song beautifully captures the moment their hearts connect.
It’s also popular at weddings, making it a perfect choice to celebrate the start of a couple’s new life together.
It’s a wonderful piece that gives you the courage to step into a whole new world with someone special.