[Burning] A Collection of Hype, Hot Anime Songs

Genesis of AquarionAKINO

Sousei no Aquarion (Cover)

A solo number by AKINO, who is also a member of bless4.

It was used as the opening theme for the anime “Genesis of Aquarion.” The CD sold over two million copies, and downloads surpassed three million—a massive hit.

The song keeps building with a thundering drive, and in the chorus AKINO’s high notes burst forth brilliantly! The steady four-on-the-floor beat further amps up the groove and gets your body moving!

VelonicaAqua Timez

Aqua Timez “Velonica” Music Video (Anime “BLEACH” Season 9 Opening Theme)

This is a song chosen as the ninth opening theme for the anime Bleach.

Aqua Timez had already performed two theme songs for Bleach, making this their third.

It was also the first Aqua Timez single to reach number one on the daily charts.

Forget Me NotENHYPEN

TV anime “RE-MAIN” opening non-credit video (Song: ENHYPEN “Forget Me Not”)

In terms of its lyrical message, it might especially resonate with people who are devoted to sports or club activities.

It’s a song by the Korea-born idol group ENHYPEN, included on their Japanese debut single “BORDER: Hakanai,” released in 2021.

It served as the opening theme for the anime RE-MAIN, which depicts the story of high school students in a water polo club.

The sound is striking, with a mysterious floating quality that feels right in the middle between refreshing and fiery.

The vocals are also clear and translucent, matching the tone of the track very well.

Rondo - revolutionMasami Okui

Rondo - revolution [Hotori]

This song was created as the theme for the anime Revolutionary Girl Utena, known for its avant-garde direction reminiscent of Takarazuka Revue and experimental stage plays, and it was also used as an insert song in the film adaptation.

It is said that Kunihiko Ikuhara, the director of Revolutionary Girl Utena, requested that several phrases be included in the lyrics to express the work’s worldview.

Flamequeen bee

Queen Bee 'KaeN (FIRE)' Official MV

A band shrouded in mystery in every way, from their music to their appearance: Queen Bee.

Their track was used as the opening theme for the 2019 anime adaptation of Osamu Tezuka’s Dororo.

The eerie atmosphere of the anime and Queen Bee’s uniquely sinister sound are a perfect match—one song where both worlds align seamlessly.

Before you know it, you might find yourself captivated by Queen Bee—and by Dororo as well.

Get WildTM NETWORK

TM NETWORK 『Get Wild』

This song became a massive hit after being chosen as the ending theme for the anime City Hunter.

Even now, long after its release, it remains a beloved classic.

It’s one of the signature tracks by the music unit TM NETWORK, led by composer Tetsuya Komuro, and was released in 1987 as their 10th single.

Just hearing the intro is enough to get some people hyped, isn’t it? You can picture the silhouette of Ryo Saeba standing in the city at night.

A Night for OnePorno Graffitti

PORNOGRAPHTTI 'Hitori no Yoru (Short ver.)' / PORNOGRAFFITTI 'Hitori no Yoru (Short Ver.)'

This is Porno Graffitti’s second release, following their breakthrough with the debut song “Apollo,” and it served as the theme song for the anime GTO.

The song had existed since their indie days and was even a candidate for their debut single, but it was bumped to second choice when they opted to debut with the more impactful “Apollo.”