Anime songs that drew attention in 2022. [Popular Songs / Hit Songs]
Anime songs, now indispensable when talking about Japan’s music scene, are popular across generations.
From rock bands to solo singers, countless artists are delivering tracks that bring animation to life.
In this article, we’ve rounded up the anime songs that gained popularity in 2022.
It’s also a great idea to rewatch your favorite titles while enjoying music that matches the story and characters.
Be sure to check out these Reiwa-era tracks that shine in a variety of situations—from karaoke to road trips.
Playlist
| Anime songs that drew attention in 2022. [Popular Songs / Hit Songs] | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | Zankyo SankaAimer |  play_arrow | A rock number where Aimer’s overwhelming vocals strike the heart |
| 2 | Guitar, Loneliness, and the Blue Planetcable tie |  play_arrow | An anime song that portrays the loneliness and struggles of youth |
| 3 | mixed nutsOfficial HIGE DANDism |  play_arrow | The opening theme of SPY×FAMILY is moving. |
| 4 | Naked HeroVaundy |  play_arrow | Vaundy’s Ranking of Kings opening theme really resonates with me. |
| 5 | KICK BACKKenshi Yonezu |  play_arrow | Chainsaw Man OP theme, a powerful song |
| 6 | Tower of FlowersSayuri |  play_arrow | The moving song from the anime “Lycoris Recoil” |
| 7 | ComedyGen Hoshino |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s SPY×FAMILY ending theme song |
| 8 | Suzume feat. ToakaRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | RADWIMPS' theme song for the film Suzume resonates with the heart. |
| 9 | New EraAdo |  play_arrow | Theme song of 'ONE PIECE', Ado's big hit song |
| 10 | Tokyo Shandy RendezvousMAISONdes |  play_arrow | The ending theme of “Urusei Yatsura” sung by Kaf |
| 11 | BlessingYOASOBI |  play_arrow | A high-energy, fast-paced cheer song by YOASOBI |
| 12 | Child of the devilAi Higuchi |  play_arrow | "Child of the Devil": A moving piece that questions war and justice |
| 13 | Chu, diversityano |  play_arrow | Chainsaw Man ED song, a Chinese-style love song |
| 14 | Chiki Chiki Bang BangQUEENDOM |  play_arrow | The opening theme of Ya Boy Kongming!, CHANCE, is popular. |
| 15 | fallen angelCreepy Nuts |  play_arrow | The Night Song of Night Owls, Stirring the Heart |
| 16 | Deep downAimer |  play_arrow | A profound song that portrays the feeling of falling into darkness |
| 17 | Fight SongEVE |  play_arrow | An anime theme song by Eve, with powerful lyrics and music that resonate deeply. |
| 18 | Cerebral rendezvousKanaria |  play_arrow | A Vocaloid producer makes their first attempt at singing on an anime theme song |
| 19 | DOGLANDPEOPLE 1 |  play_arrow | The anime ending theme for PEOPLE 1 is highly rated. |
| 20 | first deathTK from Ling tosite sigure |  play_arrow | The ending theme of Chainsaw Man, by TK |
| 21 | tablet (pill)TOOBOE |  play_arrow | TOOBOE's signature song featured in episode 4 of the anime |
| 22 | CHAINSAW BLOODVaundy |  play_arrow | Chainsaw Man ED: Vaundy’s explosive track |
| 23 | In the Backroomssyudou |  play_arrow | Chainsaw Man ED: A Heart’s Cry Overflowing with Claustrophobic Anxiety |
| 24 | lives remainingI wish it could stay midnight forever. |  play_arrow | Chainsaw Man ending song, explosive heavy bass |
| 25 | Blade length: 200,000,000 centimetersMaximum the Hormone |  play_arrow | Impressive songs from Chainsaw Man |
| 26 | violencequeen bee |  play_arrow | A rock-style ending song brimming with QUEEN BEE’s passion |
| 27 | Stars swimMacaroni Enpitsu |  play_arrow | The theme song of the anime “Summer Time Rendering” |