Lovely anime song

[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 Special Feature on Hype-Raising Anime Songs (121–130)

GOLDPEOPLE 1

TV anime “Ranking of Kings: The Treasure Chest of Courage” PEOPLE 1 “GOLD” opening non-credit footage

GOLDPEOPLE 1

GOLD, performed by the rock band PEOPLE1, was used as the opening theme for the TV anime Ranking of Kings: The Treasure Chest of Courage.

Its lyrics, which feel like a gentle whisper, echo the story of the protagonist—who cannot hear or speak—setting off on an adventure after gaining a true friend.

The exhilarating melody is sure to spark your spirit of adventure! It’s a song that energizes you and moves you to tears—why not experience it together with the anime?

Raise the rankinglower

STARSw.o.d.

This is w.o.d. / New song “STARS” — TV anime “BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War – The Separation” opening theme

STARSw.o.d.

w.

o.

d.

is a three-piece rock band that had made their mark in various contests and auditions since their amateur days, and made their debut in 2018.

Their first single “STARS,” selected as the opening theme for the TV anime BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War – The Separation, hooks you right away with its memorable opening guitar riff.

The hysteric rock sound and catchy melodies seem to pair perfectly with the anime’s dark themes.

It’s a powerful rock tune whose gritty vocals will get your adrenaline pumping.

Raise the rankinglower

Theater of LifeKonomi Suzuki

TV anime “Deca-Dence” opening animation video — Konomi Suzuki “Theater of Life”

Theater of Life Konomi Suzuki

Powerful drums, a roaming bass, and guitar riffs that color it all.

How about some loud anison rock? This track was used as the opening theme for the anime Deca-Dence and is sung by Konomi Suzuki, a singer from Osaka Prefecture.

It was released in 2020 as her 17th single.

You can tell it’s a fiery song just from the intro.

The development in the latter half of the chorus is awesome too! The lyrics, which convey the resolve to live life on your own terms, are also really cool.

Raise the rankinglower

Altern-ate-H-el-ical//

TV Anime “Gleipnir” Non-credit Opening

Altern-ate-H-el-ical//

A rock number with a beautiful string timbre and a driving sense of speed.

Released in 2020 as the debut single under H-el-ical//, the solo project of singer Hikaru//.

It was used as the opening theme for the anime “Gleipnir.” The way the arrangement keeps building toward the chorus is exhilarating—and the sense of openness in that chorus is incredible! Hikaru//’s mature vocals match the overall tone perfectly, making it truly wonderful.

Raise the rankinglower

[I Want to Get Fired Up!] A Special Feature on Hype-Anime Songs (131–140)

aranamitacica

tacica “aranami” MUSIC VIDEO (Now available for early streaming – TV anime “Wave, Listen to Me!” opening theme)

aranamitacica

This song teaches us the importance of living—of simply getting through everyday life, that ordinary act we often take for granted.

It’s a track by the Hokkaido-born rock band tacica, released in 2020 as their 12th single.

It serves as the opening theme for the anime “Wave, Listen to Me!”.

The band’s sound is both rich and light on its feet, complemented by bright, clear vocals.

Thanks to that, the lyrics’ message slips easily into your mind.

When you feel like looking down, give it a listen—it’s sure to lift your spirits.

Raise the rankinglower

Welcome to Japari ParkAnimal Biscuits × PPP

TV anime 'Kemono Friends' theme song: 'Welcome to Japari Park' / Doubutsu Biscuits × PPP

Welcome to Japari Park Doubutsu Biscuits × PPP

The opening theme song of the wildly popular “Kemono Friends.” It’s sung by the characters in the show along with the in-universe penguin idol group, PPP.

The arrangement—highly praised by artists like Ken Hirai and Gen Hoshino—conveys a sense of fun with a touch of bittersweetness.

Raise the rankinglower

UNDER THE TREESiM

SiM – UNDER THE TREE (Full Length Ver.) Anime Special Ver.

UNDER THE TREESiM

SiM is a rock band that could be called indispensable to Japan’s rock scene, known for hosting large-scale music festivals.

In 2023, they released UNDER THE TREE, a track chosen as the theme song for the anime Attack on Titan The Final Season Part 3 (Part 1).

The lyrics, which evoke Mikasa’s feelings for Eren, connect closely with the story.

It’s a track where a rock sound resonates—thrilling strings intertwine with a weighty band performance.

Raise the rankinglower