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Anime BGM compilation: background music and insert songs that color the story

When you watch anime, you hear all kinds of music in addition to the opening and ending themes.

These are what we generally call BGM and insert songs, and I bet many of you love the BGM and insert songs from certain shows—like, “I love the BGM in that series!”

In this article, we’ll introduce recommended tracks from the BGM and insert songs that play within popular anime series.

Many of these tracks are included on each show’s official soundtrack, so if you find something you like, be sure to check out the soundtrack as well.

Anime BGM Collection: Background Music and Insert Songs That Color the Story (41–50)

Anpanman’s Marchdoriimingu

This song is famous as the theme of a beloved national anime.

Its profoundly moving lyrics flow within a bright, pleasant melody.

It brings back childhood memories, and even when you’re feeling down, listening to it can lift your spirits.

It’s a timeless masterpiece you can’t forget, even as an adult.

Anime BGM Collection: Background Music and Insert Songs that Color the Story (51–60)

MelissaPorunogurafiti

PORNOGRAFFITTI 'Melissa (Short ver.)' / PORNOGRAFFITTI 'Melissa (Short Ver.)'
MelissaPorunogurafiti

A masterpiece with an unforgettable, distinctive voice and a rock sound that perfectly suits anime songs.

Despite its simple theme, it never gets boring—I feel that comes from flawless technique and an exceptional, straightforward vocal.

It’s a track that’s guaranteed to hype up any crowd.

Stars swimmakaroni enpitsu

TV anime “Summer Time Rendering” Non-credit 1st Opening Video [♪ Macaroni Enpitsu ‘The Stars Swim’]
Stars swimmakaroni enpitsu

The song created by Macaroni Enpitsu as the opening theme for the TV anime “Summer Time Rendering” is a track that sings of a fleeting yet beautiful story, like fireworks coloring a summer night sky.

From the protagonist’s perspective, it portrays resolve, the grief of losing someone precious, and memories growing distant, all carried by an exhilarating rock sound.

Included on their major-label 2nd EP “Tama-shii no Ibasho” (A Place for the Soul), the song was released digitally in April 2022 and was crafted with the image of summer’s restlessness and a fate that fades like scattered sparks.

Seamlessly harmonizing with the anime’s worldview, it’s a perfect choice for those who want to delve deeper into the story or feel the bittersweet ache of summer.

Kokoro-eroodo obu mejyaa

A song that vividly brings back memories of my youth.

The endlessly positive, resonant vocals match the guitar perfectly, brightening the listener’s heart.

This track reminds you of something you’d almost forgotten.

It’s the kind of song that makes you want to listen with that feeling.

scabChi-wata Hidenori

Zatch Bell!! OP Scab AI 4K Chinese-Japanese Subtitles (MAD/AMV) (Memory Series #112)
scabChi-wata Hidenori

As the theme song of a hugely popular anime, this track conveys the anxieties and myriad emotions we all likely felt as children with striking directness, leaving a powerful impact on listeners.

It’s a moving masterpiece that reminds us of feelings we never want to forget, even as adults.

Butter-FlyWada Kōji

Butter-Fly – Kouji Wada (Full) (Digimon Adventure OP)
Butter-FlyWada Kōji

The moment I heard this singing voice, I got goosebumps.

The clear voice that seems to deliver the words straight to the heart, paired with a perfectly matched track, is wonderful.

The lyrics continue with the spirit of an adventure-filled boy, and the chorus after the guitar solo in the latter half gives me chills.

It’s a masterpiece that will be loved by everyone.

Million CloudsSakamoto Maaya

Maaya Sakamoto “Million Clouds” Music Video (Short ver.)
Million CloudsSakamoto Maaya

The gentle, music-box-like melody pairs beautifully with Maaya Sakamoto’s clear, translucent voice.

Since it’s the opening theme for the anime “Amanchu!”, the lyrics were reportedly written with the series’ worldview in mind, imagining the sea.