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

Kaikai KitanEVE

Kaikai Kitan – Eve MV

A digital-only single and the fourth major release by singer-songwriter Eve, who has been active primarily on the internet as a vocalist and Vocaloid producer.

The track was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen.

Having read the original manga beforehand, Eve crafted the song to capture the work’s imagery.

Despite its complexity, the catchy melody is easy for children to remember, and together with the anime’s atmosphere, it creates an exhilarating track that lifts the listener’s spirits.

GO!!!FLOW

FLOW 'GO!!! ~15th Anniversary ver.~' (Music Video Full Ver. with Commentary)

If you’re from that generation, you might still be singing it at karaoke today.

This song became a hit after being featured as the opening theme for the anime Naruto, based on the Jump manga.

It’s one of the signature tracks by the rock band FLOW, released in 2004.

It’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser at their concerts.

With its powerful message of “Go forward just as you believe,” it’s an encouraging anthem and a classic that stands out in anime music history.

Ready toMichiru Kagemori (CV: Sumire Morohoshi)

TV anime “BNA: Brand New Animal” non-credit opening video / “Ready to” by Michiru Kagemori (CV: Sumire Morohoshi)

This song was chosen as the opening theme for the anime “BNA: Brand New Animal.” It’s sung by Sumire Morohoshi, the voice actress who played the protagonist, Michiru Kagemori.

First off, the intro is fantastic! It radiates a charm that makes you want to sing along and clap your hands.

With its upbeat rhythm, crisp vocal delivery, and snappy melody line, it’s packed with elements that get you hooked.

The lyrics carry a powerful message—forge your own path—which is really encouraging.

It might lift your spirits and energize you when you’re feeling down.

D-tecnoLifeUVERworld

UVERworld　『D-tecnoLife』

It’s the debut single by UVERworld, released in 2005, and it was used as the theme song for the anime BLEACH! With UVERworld’s signature loud guitar sound, TAKUYA∞’s fresh yet cool vocals, and an electro-infused programmed beat ringing throughout, this track is quintessential UVERworld.

If you watched BLEACH in real time back then, there’s a good chance this song left a strong impression on you.

And if you sing it at karaoke with people from the same generation, it’s guaranteed to get everyone hyped!

Cry BabyOfficial HIGE DANDism

Official HIGE DANDism – Cry Baby [Official Video]

How about an anime song that fires you up with the fighting spirit to take on anything? It’s a track by Official HIGE DANDism, the band behind numerous hits like “Pretender” and “I LOVE…,” released digitally in 2021.

It was used as the opening theme for the anime Tokyo Revengers.

Its appeal lies in a distinctive yet catchy sound arrangement with frequent key changes.

Even though you’re listening to a single song, it feels like you’re listening to several at once.

Q-vismWho-ya Extended

Who-ya Extended “Q-vism” MUSIC VIDEO full ver. (TV anime “PSYCHO-PASS 3” opening theme)

A stylish anisong that blends chic flair with searing intensity.

It’s the opening theme for the anime PSYCHO-PASS 3, a track by the creator unit Who-ya Extended.

Released in 2019 as their debut single, it feels as if the song has crammed the suspense-laden story straight into its core—there’s no word for it but cool.

And Who-ya’s sweet vocals match the track’s mood perfectly, giving it a charm you can listen to on repeat.

READY STEADY GOL’Arc〜en〜Ciel

L’Arc～en～Ciel「READY STEADY GO」-Music Clip-

It’s the opening theme of the hugely popular anime Fullmetal Alchemist.

It starts with a build-up that gradually raises the excitement, and it’s a high-energy song that charges straight through from start to finish.

It really matches the vibe of the anime.

As for the vocals and performance, that’s L’Arc-en-Ciel at their best.