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[I Want to Get Fired Up!] A Special Feature on Anime Songs That Pump You Up

Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICKeisuke Hane
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. After working at a music studio and in wedding sound engineering, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with various instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in middle school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on personal music activities and professional experience, produces daily articles, including song introductions, features on music festivals around Japan, and live reports. Enjoys a wide range of music, from domestic and international rock to, more recently, a broad spectrum of J-pop.
A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerWakachan Araki
I started playing guitar in middle school and focused on band activities during my student years. I’ve been a hobbyist Vocaloid producer for over 15 years. After entering the workforce, I gained experience in various roles, including event sound engineering and videography/photography. As a writer, I’ve contributed introduction articles for music and manga websites, and in 2022 I had the opportunity to write the bonus liner notes for IA SUPER BEST. My specialties are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.

Anime songs, now even considered a music genre in their own right, enjoy immense popularity.

Many people got hooked on anime by watching shows tied to their favorite musicians—and the reverse is true as well!

From among these inseparable companions to anime, this article will introduce tracks that are sure to get you pumped up when you listen to them.

They’re all certified classics, and before you know it, you might find yourself wanting to watch the anime they’re from.

Use this list in all sorts of situations: when you’re feeling low, when you want to boost your mood, or when you’re searching for anime songs that will get the crowd going at karaoke!

[I Want to Get Fired Up!] A Collection of Hype Anisongs (81–90)

Bird's PoemLia

[AIR] Bird's Poem [High Quality]

Bird's Poem - Lia

Tori no Uta by Lia, known as the crystal-voiced songstress of the anisong world.

Those who watched the anime AIR must have shed tears many times to this song.

Some people surely listen to it every summer.

A legendary anisong that gets you hyped from the very intro and will be passed down through the years!

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TrianglerMaaya Sakamoto

Maaya Sakamoto “Triangler” Music Clip

Triangler Maaya Sakamoto

The opening theme of the anime Macross Frontier, “Triangler.” It’s one of the most popular anime songs and a karaoke staple.

There are many covers like ‘tried singing’ versions, and you could say it’s a representative anime song of the 2000s loved by many people.

If you watched the anime, you’re sure to feel the excitement from the very first line!

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modern strange cowboyGRANRODEO

GRANRODEO / modern strange cowboy

modern strange cowboyGRANRODEO

It’s the opening theme of the anime NEEDLESS.

The powerful voice of vocalist Kisho Taniyama matches perfectly with the fast-paced composition, and the chorus in particular is incredibly energizing.

I’ve heard the group originally formed during a karaoke outing, which makes perfect sense given their vocal prowess.

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POP TEAM EPICSumire Uesaka

Sumire Uesaka “POP TEAM EPIC” Music Video (YouTube Edit)

Sumire Uesaka from Pop Team Epic

It’s the theme song of the anime Pop Team Epic, which became a hot topic for its self-deprecating taglines like “No matter what you do, it’s crap.” Despite being a surreal gag anime, the EDM sound is incredibly cool—it wouldn’t feel out of place in a club.

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RewriteASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION

[Fullmetal Alchemist] Opening 4 “Rewrite” 4K

Rewrite ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION

This rock tune delivers a hopeful message centered on positive self-transformation.

It powerfully portrays the feelings of those wrestling with conflict and uncertainty, gently giving listeners a push forward.

Released as a single by ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION in August 2004, it was also included on the album Sol-fa.

Chosen as the opening theme for Season 4 of the TV anime Fullmetal Alchemist, it earned high popularity among anime fans.

In 2024, it was also featured in promotional footage for the M-1 Grand Prix.

It’s a song I wholeheartedly recommend to anyone looking to take a new step or to find their own path.

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Hyadain's Jōjō YūjōKenichi Maeyamada

I tried making a music video for Hyadain's Jōjō Yūjō.

Hyadain's Jōjō Yūjō Kenichi Maeyamada

It’s the opening theme of the TV anime “Nichijou.” It’s a perfect fit for the gag anime “Nichijou”: a zany, outrageously cheerful song that’s playfully over-the-top in the best way.

I don’t know any other song that frolics around so foolishly and still lifts your spirits like this.

It’s a precious track that can put a smile on our faces no matter when.

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[I Want to Get Fired Up!] A Special Feature on Hype-Inducing Anime Songs (91–100)

Leave it to the Colors Power!Colors☆Slash

TV anime “Mitsuboshi Colors” Non-Credit OP ‘Leave It to Colors Power!’ / Colors☆Slash

Leave it to the Colors’ power! Colors☆Slash

It’s the theme song of the anime “Mitsuboshi Colors,” which depicts the everyday lives of three close elementary school girls.

It’s sung by the lead voice actresses Yuuki Takada, Marika Kouno, and Kotono.

This cute anison conveys the lively, cheerful atmosphere of energetic kids.

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