[Nostalgic] Classic and Popular Anime Songs Recommended for People in Their 30s

Take It! Sailor UniformKonata Izumi (CV: Aya Hirano), Kagami Hiiragi (CV: Emiri Katō), Tsukasa Hiiragi (CV: Kaori Fukuhara), Miyuki Takara (CV: Aya Endo)

Lucky☆Star OP 'Motteke! Sailor Fuku' (with lyric subtitles)

A hugely popular anime song from Lucky☆Star, it debuted at No.

2 on the Oricon weekly chart and sold over 200,000 copies.

If you’re an anime fan, it might bring back memories—this work sparked a major craze as a “denpa song.” Many people can probably picture the opening sequence with the characters dancing.

Someday, reach the skyMegumi Shiina

Someday, reach the sky

Mobile Suit Gundam 0080: War in the Pocket is the first OVA in the Gundam series and a unique work featuring a non-combatant boy, rather than a mobile suit pilot, as the protagonist.

The opening theme, ‘Someday, to the Sky’ (Itsuka Sora ni Todoite), was sung by Megumi Shiina.

A Cruel Angel's ThesisYoko Takahashi

“Cruel Angel’s Thesis” MUSIC VIDEO (HD ver.) / Zankoku na Tenshi no Te-ze “The Cruel Angel’s Thesis”

Even people who haven’t seen the work have probably heard it somewhere—“A Cruel Angel’s Thesis” is that famous.

It became a huge hit as the opening theme for the anime Neon Genesis Evangelion.

With its dramatic progression, cryptic lyrics that hint at the series’ worldview, and a chorus phrase that repeats again and again, it’s a curious song that makes your heart race while stirring a sense of unease.

It grabs hold of that chuunibyo-like mindset lurking in everyone.

Getter Robo GoIchirō Mizuki, Mori no Ki Children's Choir

Getter Robo Go Opening

Getter Robo Go was originally planned as an anime remake of Mazinger Z, and traces of that remain in its characters and other elements.

From episode 14 onward, the opening theme is sung by Ichiro Mizuki, and it’s a fiery anthem characteristic of robot anime.

Rondo - revolutionMasami Okui

Masami Okui “Rondo - revolution” | Revolutionary Girl Utena | Opening

Opening with a powerful beat, this song vividly conveys a message of self-transformation and growth, carried by Masami Okui’s resonant vocals.

The protagonist’s strong resolve to overcome a parting with someone dear and carve out their own path is embedded in the memorable melody.

Her commanding voice gives listeners the courage to take that first step forward.

Released in May 1997, the track was used as the opening theme for the TV anime Revolutionary Girl Utena.

It was later included on the album Ma-KING and the acclaimed compilation S-mode #1.

Brimming with hope, this is a dependable song recommended for anyone feeling uncertain or ready to embark on a new beginning.

The Story You Don't Knowsupercell

The Story You Don’t Know – supercell

This song by supercell is a captivating love song that portrays a poignant, unrequited love.

A tale of impossible love and a love triangle unfolds against the backdrop of a summer night sky.

The protagonist’s feelings are mirrored in the stars, and the lyrics resonate like a snapshot of youth.

Released in August 2009, it was also used as the ending theme for the anime Bakemonogatari.

It captured many hearts, ranking within the top 20 of the Oricon singles chart for over two months.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to while gazing up at the summer night sky—a heartwarming song that gently accompanies those in love.

CONFUSED MEMORIESYūko Tsuburaya

Tsuburaya Yuuko-CONFUSED MEMORIES(FULL)(Kindaichi Case Files OP 1)

There must be some of you who were glued to the TV, piecing together the mystery.

This is the song used as the opening theme for the anime The Kindaichi Case Files.

It’s sung by Yuko Tsuburaya, a singer who also thrived as an idol.

It was released in 1997.

The sound production by music producer Tetsuya Komuro is, as expected, seriously cool! The stylish, cool vibe and her crystal-clear, stunning vocals are a perfect match—truly outstanding.