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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 Special Feature on Hype-Anime Songs (131–140)

Become a flowerGreen Yellow Society

Ryokuoushoku Shakai “Become a Flower” Official Video / Ryokuoushoku Shakai – Be a Flower

Bloom into a flower with Ryokuoushoku Shakai

Ryokuoushoku Shakai’s new song was chosen as the opening theme for the anime “The Apothecary Diaries.” The intro, which begins with powerful drums and razor-sharp synth riffs, feels like a true signal that the story is about to unfold.

While reflecting the anime’s worldview, the lyrics also carry the band’s distinctive message.

Released early in October 2023, the track captivated many listeners with its addictive, catchy melody and clear, airy vocals.

Centered on themes of self-love and inner beauty, the lyrics offer an encouraging message that resonates with the listener’s heart.

It’s the perfect song for lifting your spirits or taking a moment to reflect on yourself.

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RAISE INSIGHTWANDS

WANDS「RAISE INSIGHT」MV

RAISE INSIGHTWANDS

The nationally beloved anime Detective Conan.

The song chosen as its opening theme is RAISE INSIGHT.

It’s a track by the rock band WANDS.

The lyrics liken painful experiences and sad pasts to rain, and as the skies eventually clear, they evoke a sense of a brilliant future ahead.

The driving, fast-paced guitar sound matches the anime’s atmosphere perfectly.

As you listen, pay attention to the phrases that evoke a sense of story.

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The BeastWagakki Band

Wagakki Band / The Beast MV (Anime “Baki Hanma” Wildman War Arc Opening Theme)

The Beast Wagakki Band

Wagakki Band, known for their style that fuses Japanese and Western elements, created “The Beast” as the opening theme for the anime Baki Hanma: The Wildman War.

While the band has released many songs with a cool vibe up to now, this track matches the anime’s tough image with an intense sound.

At the same time, it retains a sense of sorrow and fragility—that’s a key point.

If you like cool, powerful songs, definitely give it a listen.

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Iron CageGRANRODEO

GRANRODEO / Iron Cage

Iron Cage GRANRODEO

GRANRODEO is a music unit known for their intense sound.

They wrote Iron Cage as the opening theme for season 5 of the anime Bungo Stray Dogs.

The track features an especially fierce sound with hints of heavy metal.

The lyrics depict feelings of entrapment and despair, while conveying a message of overcoming them.

It pairs naturally with the anime’s story, and it also works well as a song to cheer you on or to boost your energy.

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HyperKroi

Kroi – Hyper [Official Video] #Under Ninja #UNDER NINJA

HyperKroi

“Hyper,” featured as the opening theme for the anime Under Ninja, was released in 2023 by Kroi, a band that delivers mixture rock incorporating a wide range of genres.

The track has a thrilling atmosphere that evokes the story’s depiction of ninjas living in modern society.

The band’s ever-shifting performance creates a one-of-a-kind soundscape.

Paired with lyrics that carry a subtly dark sense of infiltrating an unknown world, Reo Uchida’s versatile vocals convey the band’s rich musicality in this standout number.

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FAKEitSawanoHiroyuki[nZk]:Laco

SawanoHiroyuki[nZk]:Laco「FAKEit」Music Video Fate/strange Fake -Whispers of Dawn- ver.

FAKEitSawanoHiroyuki[nZk]:Laco

Hiroyuki Sawano, also known as nZk, has worked on numerous anime songs.

The unit formed by him and singer Laco is SawanoHiroyuki[nZk]:Laco.

They also garnered attention for handling the opening theme of the anime Fate/strange Fake -Whispers of Dawn-.

Their track, FAKEit, lyrically captures the worldview of the anime, where characters engage in battles.

It’s a remarkably stylish song.

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Touch offUVERworld

TV anime The Promised Neverland non-credit opening

Touch offUVERworld

UVERworld, whose name means “to go beyond our own world,” continues to evolve just as their name suggests.

Their 34th single, “Touch off,” chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime The Promised Neverland, features UVERworld’s signature complex song structure and passionate saxophone tones that really elevate the energy.

The heavy, forward-driving beat and memorable choral work not only align with the anime’s worldview but also conjure up the excitement of a live performance.

It’s a loud, expansive rock tune that makes you want to raise your fist and sing along.

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