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

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Fatal / GEMN – Fatal / GEMN

A passionate track by GEMN that fully captures a tapestry of overlapping anxiety and anticipation, where restlessness intersects—painted with a driving, exhilarating melody.

It vividly frames the omen called “fate” lurking in everyday life and the shifting emotions of people swayed by it.

The distinct personalities of Kento Nakajima and Tatsuya Kitani blend beautifully, leaving a strong, heartbeat-like rhythm and a striking melody that lingers in the ear.

Released in July 2024 and chosen as the opening theme for Season 2 of the TV anime “Oshi no Ko,” the song sparked a major response, surpassing 100 million cumulative streams by December.

When you find yourself at a crossroads in life, feeling rushed or uncertain, listening to this song will strangely give you a push on the back—and the courage to take that first step.

God knows…Haruhi Suzumiya (Aya Hirano)

God knows…

In the TV anime The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya, the main character Haruhi Suzumiya is played by voice actress Aya Hirano.

The in-story song God knows.

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, used in episode 12 of the anime, still enjoys enduring popularity, consistently ranking high on recent anime song charts.

With its cool vocals and rock sound featuring technically impressive guitar work, its level of polish truly earns it the title of a “god-tier” track.

It’s a great song to sing at karaoke, and for band musicians, it’s a rock tune that’s fun to try covering as well.

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

Since their debut, the music duo YOASOBI has consistently pursued the style of “turning novels into music,” continuing to dominate the J-pop scene.

Their seventh digital-only single, “Monster,” used as the opening theme for the TV anime BEASTARS, was produced based on the novel “Press Your Ears Against Your Own Chest” by Paru Itagaki, the author of the original manga.

The dark lyrics and arrangement, evocative of the work’s themes, draw listeners deeply into its world.

With its heavy electro sound that creates an addictive pull, this track reaffirms YOASOBI’s exceptional songcraft and expressive power.

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.

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FLOW “COLORS” Music Video (MBS/TBS Network Anime “Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion” First Cour Opening Theme)

From the striking intro woven by synths and guitar, this is a high-velocity rock tune that grabs you instantly.

Released in November 2006 and peaking at No.

2 on the Oricon weekly chart, the song voices the determination to change oneself and the world, even while wrestling with the current state of things.

It’s well-known as the opening theme for the TV anime Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion, and as a staple track that plays during jackpots in pachinko and pachislot.

A classic that sends spirits soaring—every gaming fan can’t help but get fired up.

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fripSide – only my railgun (Audio)

fripSide is a three-member co-ed music unit that inherits the digital J-POP sound that flourished in the 1990s while gaining popularity with songs conscious of anime and games.

Their second single overall, “only my railgun,” marked the unit’s re-major debut and was used as the opening theme for the TV anime A Certain Scientific Railgun.

The thick, layered synths and clear vocals perfectly recreate the atmosphere of classic J-POP.

With its catchy melody and driving sense of speed that pumps you up, it’s an upper tune that fuses the modern and the nostalgic.

Chaos reaches its peakUNISON SQUARE GARDEN

UNISON SQUARE GARDEN “Chaos Reaches Its Peak” BLUELOCK Animation MV

UNISON SQUARE GARDEN is a three-piece rock band that has gained popularity for bold arrangements featuring a distinctive high-tone vocal.

Their 18th single, Chaos ga Kiwamaru (Chaos Reigns), used as the opening theme for the TV anime Blue Lock, makes a strong impact with its rapidly shifting arrangement.

The contrast between the complex song structure and the high-speed, catchy chorus creates a catharsis that’s quintessentially UNISON SQUARE GARDEN.

It’s an energizing uptempo track that’s also perfect as background music for a drive.