Summary of Anime Songs That Were Popular in 2021 [Buzzed-About & Hit Tracks]
2021 was a year when anime songs by a wide range of artists—such as music units and rock bands that enjoy overwhelming popularity, especially among young people—created a buzz.
Some of you may find yourselves replaying the opening and insert songs from your favorite anime.
In this article, we’ve curated a broad selection of tracks that gained popularity in 2021, from ballads that capture a sense of heartache to fiery, hype-inducing anthems.
You’re sure to discover anime songs whose lyrics, melodies, and overall musical worldview evoke the storylines and characters of their respective works.
Give a listen to these tracks where the artists’ musical styles intertwine beautifully with the anime.
Playlist
| Summary of Anime Songs That Were Popular in 2021 [Buzzed-About & Hit Tracks] | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | morning starLiSA | play_arrow | An emotionally moving anime tie-in song that captivates the heart |
| 2east | GrandeurSnow Man | play_arrow | An encouraging song that sings of courage by Snow Man |
| 3east | Cry BabyOfficial HIGE DANDism | play_arrow | A popular band that captivates with diverse music |
| 4east | monsterYOASOBI | play_arrow | YOASOBI's popular songs are gaining attention worldwide. |
| 5east | flash[Alexandros] | play_arrow | Gundam Movie Theme Song, A Song of Hope |
| 6east | Umillennium parade | play_arrow | The millennium parade theme song from Belle (Ryū to Sobakasu no Hime) |
| 7east | Oz.yama | play_arrow | Ranking of Kings ED, a moving song that resonates with the heart |
| 8east | My WarShinsei Kamattechan | play_arrow | “My War” is a song with a grand, expansive worldview. |
| 9east | reverse dreamKing Gnu | play_arrow | King Gnu’s movie ending theme is rich in emotion. |
| 10east | One Last KissHikaru Utada | play_arrow | Utada's movie theme song, a heartbreaking classic |
| 11east | Like FlamesMindaRyn | play_arrow | Anime “Slime” OP singer MindaRyn |
| 12east | VIVID VICEWho-ya Extended | play_arrow | Who-ya Extended, Jujutsu Kaisen opening theme |
| 13east | Chasing Dreams!Special Week (CV: Azumi Waki), Silence Suzuka (CV: Marika Kouno), Tokai Teio (CV: Machico), Vodka (CV: Ayaka Ohashi), Daiwa Scarlet (CV: Chisaki Kimura), Gold Ship (CV: Hitomi Ueda), Mejiro McQueen (CV: Saori Ohnishi) | play_arrow | An inspiring song about keep on running toward your dreams |
| 14east | Proof of Eternal AbsenceTokyo Incidents | play_arrow | Tokyo Jihen’s new song becomes a movie theme song |
| 15east | STONE OCEANichigo from Kishida Kyoudan & The Akeboshi Rockets | play_arrow | Impressive theme songs from the JoJo original anime |
| 16east | Wadachi (Ruts)SPAYAIR | play_arrow | The bond between Gintama and SPYAIR and the power of comrades |
| 17east | single-minded; wholehearted; devoted; earnestKing Gnu | play_arrow | A love song where fierce passion and aching longing intertwine |





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