[Latest & Greatest] A Special Feature on Anime Songs Recommended for Teens

I want to be friends.School Living Club

TV anime “School-Live!” OP video

If you’re looking for a cute anison, how about this one? It’s the opening theme for the anime School-Live!, which is based on a manga that ran in Manga Time Kirara Forward.

The characters’ voice actresses perform it under the name “School Living Club.” The anime’s story is a bit grim, following a survival life in a world overrun by zombies, but the song itself is super cute and catchy.

That contrast really gets you.

Welcome to Japari ParkAnimal Biscuits × PPP

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

The multimedia franchise Kemono Friends rapidly gained recognition after its TV anime, which aired in 2017, became a hit.

The opening theme, Welcome to Japari Park, is performed by a unit of the voice cast, and reached a peak position of 18 on the Oricon charts.

Become a flowerGreen Yellow Society

The Apothecary Diaries Non-Credit OP: Ryokuoushoku Shakai “Become a Flower” [Airing nationwide on the Nippon TV network every Saturday from 24:55!]

Ryokuoushoku Shakai is a four-member pop-rock band.

They created “Hana ni Natte” as the opening theme for the anime The Apothecary Diaries.

It’s an up-tempo rock tune with lyrics that celebrate living beautifully like a flower.

It’s enjoyable on its own, of course, but it’s also highly recommended to watch it together with the opening sequence.

The motion in the anime links with the song, letting you feel the theme even more.

Another major appeal is how the lyrics connect with the story.

SurvivorBLUE ENCOUNT

BLUE ENCOUNT 'Survivor' Music Video [Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans Opening Theme]

Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans is a work that depicts the harsh battles of child soldiers.

In the first season, the song used as the opening theme for the second cour was “Survivor,” which reached 10th place on the Oricon weekly chart.

Kaikai KitanEVE

Kaikai Kitan – Eve MV

Eve, who is also active as a singer and Vocaloid producer, has drawn attention for his multifaceted talents.

The work he created was chosen as the opening theme for the first season of the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen, which aired from October 2020.

The song was later included on the EP Kaikai Kitan / Ao no Waltz.

Its lyrics—singing of the emptiness and conflicts within humans, and the strong resolve to dispel the darkness and move forward—closely align with the core of the story.

The contrast between the spell-like, steady A-melody and the chorus that opens up grandly grips listeners’ hearts at once.

It’s a cool, fast-paced rock number, perfect for boosting your mood or reliving the excitement of the story.

Walk This WayTHE BEAT GARDEN

[Rage of Bahamut: Virgin Soul] Non-Credit OP <Second Cour>

A very stylish electronic number that conveys a firm resolve to carve out one’s own path.

Originally appearing as a mobile game and later expanded through various media, Rage of Bahamut featured this song as the opening theme for its anime series, Rage of Bahamut: VIRGIN SOUL.

Performed by the music group THE BEAT GARDEN, it was released in 2017.

The high-impact sound arrangement and powerful vocals are seriously cool!

Invisible SensationUNISON SQUARE GARDEN

UNISON SQUARE GARDEN「Invisible Sensation」MV

This razor-sharp rock sound sets my mood on fire! It’s a track by the band UNISON SQUARE GARDEN, also known for hits like “Sugar Song and Bitter Step,” and it was used as the opening theme for the anime Welcome to the Ballroom.

Released in 2017 as their 12th single, it’s an upbeat number where the bright guitar phrases shine over a four-on-the-floor rhythm.

Sing it at karaoke and you’re almost guaranteed to have a blast!