Anisongs that were hits in the 2000s: a nostalgic collection of legendary tracks

O2ORANGE RANGE

ORANGE RANGE『O2』MV

As the first opening theme for the anime Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion R2, a powerful track was born that weaves mixture rock into a J-pop foundation.

Even among ORANGE RANGE’s works, YAMATO’s striking high-range vocals stand out, and the contrast with RYO’s low vocals gives the piece a sense of breaking new ground.

With a message layered over the chemical formula for oxygen and themes that synchronize with the protagonist’s rebellion and pursuit of freedom, the song reached No.

3 on the Oricon Weekly Chart after its release in May 2008.

It was included on the albums PANIC FANCY and ALL the SINGLES, and has continued to be loved through diverse arrangements, including covers in games such as THE iDOLM@STER and World Dai Star.

In karaoke, its energetic progression and memorable chorus make it a song that greatly lifts the singer’s spirits.

In the Morning of DeterminationAqua Timez

Aqua Timez 'Ketsui no Asa ni' Music Video (Theme song of the film 'Brave Story')

This song resonates with lyrics full of kindness and empathy.

Without hiding its own naivety, it gently conveys the desire to live life in one’s own way, carried by a warm, soothing melody.

It tenderly embraces everyday doubts and inner conflicts, as well as the ache of not being able to speak one’s true feelings, resulting in a track that stands by every listener.

Released by Aqua Timez in July 2006, it drew attention as the theme song for the animated film Brave Story.

It was also used in Sapporo Beer’s New Year Sports Special: Hakone Ekiden commercial, and has been loved by many.

This is a song you’ll want to hear when your heart is wavering or when you’re facing an important decision.

It’s also easy to follow the melody for karaoke, allowing you to sing it with heartfelt emotion.

whaleBuzy

【MV】Buzy / Whale (full ver.)

This is a song released in 2004 by the dance and vocal group Buzy.

A version with different lyrics, titled “Venus Say,” was used as the opening theme for the anime Twin Spica.

The lyrics for both versions were written by Haruichi Shindō, the guitarist of Porno Graffitti.

Set to a stylish sound, the song portrays the inner conflict of changing from a child into an adult.

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inner universeOriga

inner universe

A track powerfully sung by Origa that evokes a near-futuristic sense of speed and a fragile, unsettled heart.

It was used as the opening theme for the anime Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex.

The composition is by Yoko Kanno.

As the same rhythm repeats, various accents are layered in, as if expressing inner unrest.

Another major feature is the lyrics, where English and Russian intersect; the progression of speaking about “imagination” and “self” in multiple languages strongly conveys the work’s atmosphere of the “unknown.”

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