[Hot & Cool] Up-tempo, hype-inducing anime song

BACK ON THE ROCKSMEGA NRG MAN

MEGA NRG MAN / BACK ON THE ROCKS [Initial D]

From its striking intro that memorably quotes Bach’s Toccata and Fugue in D minor, this track instantly grabs the listener’s attention.

Produced by Dave Rodgers, a leading figure in Italian Eurobeat, it features MEGA NRG MAN’s powerful vocals, which blend perfectly with the high-velocity sound.

Released in April 1997 on the album Super Eurobeat Vol.

77, the song gained popularity when it was used in the 1998 anime Initial D First Stage.

It appears from episode 5 through episode 9 and has continued to be featured in various spin-off works.

The combination of synthesizers and a pounding beat radiates an allure that seems to resonate with the roar of an engine, making it an ideal soundtrack for long drives.

The world that was transparentMotohiro Hata

Motohiro Hata – “The World That Was Transparent” Music Video

This is a heartwarming song crafted by Motohiro Hata as the opening theme for the anime Naruto Shippuden.

Released in August 2010, its sweeping message—reflecting on what has been lost and the resolve to move forward after parting—ties in with the story.

The pop-rock melody, centered on acoustic guitar, is layered with powerful vocals that harmonize beautifully with the anime’s world.

This work is Hata’s 10th single, released in three editions: First Press Limited, Limited Period, and Regular, and it reached No.

13 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.

It’s a song that resonates deeply with those who have experienced parting from someone important or are trying to face events from their past.

GO!!!FLOW

FLOW “GO!!!” Music Video (TV Anime “NARUTO” Opening Theme)

An ultra-energetic mixture rock track with soul-shaking twin vocals exploding onto the scene! Many of you probably listened to it obsessively when it was used as the opening theme for the TV anime Naruto.

Released in April 2004 as FLOW’s fourth major single, this smash hit spent three consecutive weeks in the top 10 of the Oricon charts.

Riding a breakneck, exhilarating sound, its fiery message—don’t rely on someone else’s map; carve out your own future with your own hands—ignites the smoldering passion in your heart.

It’s the ultimate fight song that floods you with limitless courage and power when you’re about to start a new challenge or face a towering wall.

single-minded; earnest; wholehearted; dedicatedSUPER BEAVER

SUPER BEAVER “Hitamuki” Music Video (TV Anime “My Hero Academia” Season 6 Opening Theme)

SUPER BEAVER’s electrifying, heart-pounding track has been chosen as the opening theme for Season 6 of the TV anime My Hero Academia.

The powerful vocals and band sound vividly express earnest emotions, resonate deeply, and push forward those who strive with unwavering determination.

Released in November 2022, the song aligns perfectly with the anime’s worldview, carrying messages that mirror the protagonists as they face adversity.

As a fast-paced anthem that inspires self-belief and the courage to keep moving without giving up, it’s highly recommended when deadlines loom or when you need to flip your motivation switch.

Oh! RivalPorno Graffitti

Porno Graffitti “Oh! Rival” MUSIC VIDEO (Theme song for the film “Detective Conan: Sunflowers of Inferno”)

This track stands out with its passionate Latin rhythms woven by Spanish guitar and accordion.

It portrays a tense, spark-sparking relationship between rivals who recognize each other as truly one-of-a-kind.

Even as they accept a fate that will never allow them to converge, their strong will to face each other head-on shakes the listener to the core.

The song was written as the theme for the film Detective Conan: Sunflowers of Inferno and released in April 2015 as their 42nd single.

It was later included on PornoGraffitti’s acclaimed album RHINOCEROS.

Don’t you feel a surge of passion welling up from deep within when you listen to it while competing with a cherished rival or in moments when you want to overcome yourself?

Back to backAliA

Back to back

For those looking for a rock track with an exhilarating sense of speed, we recommend music by AliA.

Released in July 2024, it was selected as the opening theme for the TV anime “Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World Season II.” The hybrid musicality created by an arrangement that includes violin and keyboards really stands out.

The lyrics, which portray two people supporting each other and envisioning a bright future, are also memorable.

If you’re about to take a new step forward, be sure to give this song a listen.

Its dramatic sound and powerful words will resonate with you.

ZipsT.M.Revolution

T.M.Revolution 『Zips』

A powerful song that portrays an epic battle set in space with high-velocity electronic rock! Takanori Nishikawa’s passionate vocals brilliantly capture the protagonist’s wavering emotions and steely resolve amid the fight.

Released in February 2004, this track was used as an insert song in Mobile Suit Gundam SEED, and in the climax scenes its thunderous sound further heightened the story’s tension.

It’s a powerful anthem perfect for pivotal moments, driving you to shake off hesitation and push forward!