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

Goodbye, BystanderYU-KI

YUKI 'Goodbye Bystander'

It’s light, fast-paced, and it really brings you to tears.

The song is by singer YUKI, who has performed many popular hits like “JOY” and “Melancholinista,” and it was released in 2017 as her 31st single.

It was chosen as the opening theme for the anime March Comes in Like a Lion, which follows the story of professional shogi player Rei Kiriyama.

The lyrics—about “protecting for life the precious person who saved the me that was about to give up”—really hit home.

When you’re anxious about the future or unsure where you’re headed, this piece will stay by your side.

Sweet SensationRie Murakawa

Rie Murakawa / Sweet Sensation (TV anime “Age 12: A Little Heart-Pounding Moment” opening theme)

Some teens might even feel a sense of nostalgia.

This song was used as the opening theme for the anime “12-Sai: Chicchana Mune no Tokimeki,” which portrays the love stories of sixth-grade boys and girls.

It’s sung by Rié Murakawa, who is also active as a voice actress.

It was released as her debut single in 2016.

Especially for women, some of you might have been glued to the TV when it aired.

That sweet, bittersweet feeling comes through from the song alone.

Curtain callYuri

My Hero Academia Season 7, Cour 2 OP Non-Credit Video / OP Theme: “Curtain Call” by Yuuri

This song is striking for its passionate vocals and powerful melody.

It was selected as the opening theme for the second cour of Season 7 of the TV anime My Hero Academia.

Yuuri’s emotionally rich singing perfectly matches the anime’s world.

Filled with a hero’s resolve, determination, and hope for the future, it’s sure to give you courage.

Released in July 2024, this work is a strong anthem that resonates with everyone facing daily hardships and trials.

If you want to look ahead and do your best, give it a listen.

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angela “Sidonia” PV (short ver.)

Knights of Sidonia is a sci-fi manga by Tsutomu Nihei that was serialized in Monthly Afternoon.

The TV anime aired its first season in 2014 and its second season in 2015.

“Sidonia” was the opening theme for the first season and won the Theme Song Award at the Animation Kobe Awards.

Recommendation for Invasion☆ULTRA-PRISM with Squid Girl (Hisako Kanemoto)

Squid Girl OP Invader, Come and Join Us☆ FULL tmp

Squid Girl is Masahiro Anbe’s hallmark work and was serialized in Weekly Shonen Champion.

The TV anime was produced up to a second season, and the opening theme for the first season was “Shinryaku no Susume☆.” It won the Theme Song Award at the Kobe Animation Awards.

faceAve Mujica

Face (TV Anime “BanG Dream! Ave Mujica” Episode 13 Insert Song)

A majestic rock number with wave after wave of heavy sound.

Featured as an insert song in the final episode of the TV anime “BanG Dream! Ave Mujica,” it was released under the name Ave Mujica in April 2025.

Its grand soundscape masterfully weaves gothic metal and progressive elements, paired with lyrics that powerfully capture the struggle of facing oneself.

The tense sonic image will set your heart ablaze—an insanely cool anime song!

OtonokeCreepy Nuts

【English Lyric Video】Creepy Nuts – Otonoke

It’s a dark tune whose lurking cuteness amid the eeriness leaves a strong impression.

Created by Creepy Nuts, it was released in October 2024.

Produced as the opening theme for the TV anime Dandadan, it features a unique worldview that fuses the occult with music.

DJ Matsunaga’s Jersey club–style track paired with R-Shitei’s powerful flow is just unbeatable.

The lyrics, which weave in famous ghost stories and urban legends, are another highlight.

Be sure to enjoy it together with the anime!