Popular Anime Songs on TikTok: From Classics to the Newest Hits!

Deer-Colored DaysNEW!Deer Club

"Shikanokonokonokokoshitantan" OP 'Deer-Colored Days' Tried Dancing [Original Choreography]

This song, which drew a lot of attention as the opening theme for the TV anime “Shikanoko Nokonoko Koshitantan” that aired in July 2024, features a structure where the title is chanted repeatedly and a lively sound incorporating ska rhythms.

Sung by the voice actor unit Shika-bu, it went viral on TikTok and Instagram as the “Shikanoko Dance,” spreading both in Japan and abroad as many celebrities posted videos of themselves dancing.

The choreography is easy to learn, so it’s guaranteed to get everyone hyped at karaoke or dance events!

OtonokeNEW!Creepy Nuts

Creepy Nuts – Otonoke [Official MV] [Dandadan Opening]

Centered on Gen Z, the TV anime Dandadan became a social phenomenon, and its opening theme can be described as a new frontier in hip-hop woven by R-Shitei and DJ Matsunaga.

Its title is a coined word meaning “sound apparition,” expressing how music itself slips into people’s hearts like something supernatural.

The lyrics are sprinkled with references to horror icons like Sadako and Kayako, as well as phrases that evoke other Jump works, sublimating the daring theme of fusing the occult with hip-hop.

The breakneck beat, relentless flow, and intricately calculated rhymes have the power to pull listeners straight into the story’s world.

Released in October 2024, the track topped the Billboard Japan Hot 100 and earned high praise both at home and abroad.

It’s an anime song recommended for those who want to immerse themselves in the anime’s worldview or experience a new form of hip-hop.

child of the devilNEW!Ai Higuchi

Ai Higuchi / Devil's Child (Anime Special Ver.) | Ai Higuchi “Akuma no Ko” Anime Special Ver.

Ai Higuchi, who began playing piano in childhood and has built a wide range of musical experience, wrote a digital single released in January 2022 as the ending theme for the TV anime Attack on Titan The Final Season Part 2.

Its lyrics, which question justice and sacrifice, freedom and contradiction, harmonize beautifully with the anime’s worldview.

Beginning with the timbre of piano and layered with strings, the lyrical sound and her powerful alto voice make for a moving track.

It became a global hit on Apple Music and Spotify, and was also included on her album Saiai Saiaku (Worst Best).

Bling-Bang-Bang-BornNEW!Creepy Nuts

Creepy Nuts “Bling-Bang-Bang-Born” × TV Anime “MASHLE: MAGIC AND MUSCLES” Collaboration Music Video #BBBB Dance

Created by Creepy Nuts as the opening theme for season 2 of the anime “Mashle: Magic and Muscles,” which follows a protagonist who can’t use magic and aims for the top with pure muscle in a world where magic is the norm, this track was released in January 2024.

The jersey-club-inspired production by DJ Matsunaga and spell-like lyrics by R-Shitei fuse to create an addictive sound that sticks in your head after just one listen.

The lyrics intertwine Mash’s conviction to fight with raw strength and R-Shitei’s own experiences and philosophy, expressing a strength that transcends common sense and a rapper’s pride.

With the “BBBB Dance” trending globally on TikTok and the song topping Billboard Japan’s 2024 year-end Hot 100, it’s a perfect track to hype up a karaoke session with friends.

IRIS OUTNEW!Kenshi Yonezu

Kenshi Yonezu – IRIS OUT

This is a song written by Kenshi Yonezu as the theme for the feature film Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc.

It will be released alongside the movie in September 2025.

Following “KICK BACK” from the previous TV anime, this marks his second collaboration with MAPPA.

A memorable behind-the-scenes anecdote is that he supposedly kept the Reze pages from the original manga open all the time, glaring at them as he composed.

The exhilarating sound and powerful rhythm heighten the battles and thrilling developments.

It’s a dramatic track that perfectly matches a world where intense plot twists and complex emotions intersect.

It’s a must-listen not only for anime fans but for anyone drawn to the world of Chainsaw Man.

Turing Love feat. SouNanawo Akari

Turing Love feat. Sou / Nanawo Akari

This work is a unique song that portrays romantic feelings from a science-oriented perspective.

A collaboration between Nanawo Akari and guest vocalist Sou, it was released in February 2020.

Chosen as the ending theme for the TV anime “Science Fell in Love, So I Tried to Prove It,” it drew significant attention.

With rap elements layered over a rhythmic beat, its originality spread among young people on social media.

It was also used in short videos on TikTok, quickly becoming a hot topic.

The track naturally makes you want to move your body, and through online video sharing, it continues to be loved by a wide audience of fans.

monsterYOASOBI

YOASOBI “Monster” Official Music Video (YOASOBI – Monster)

This track has drawn global attention as a song by YOASOBI.

Its striking electronic sound and lyrics weave a dark worldview that has gained major popularity on social media.

Released in January 2021, it was chosen as the opening theme for season 2 of the TV anime BEASTARS and boasts exceptional addictiveness.

The lyrics, which express the protagonist’s inner conflict, are sure to resonate with many listeners.

With over 270 million views on YouTube and frequent performances at live shows, it’s a quintessential YOASOBI song that captivates fans and won’t let go.