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[Anison × Rock] A compilation of anime songs performed by rock bands

DancerFukkun:)Tatsuki Fukuda
Primarily active in Tokyo, I have experience as a backup dancer for artists, a music video dancer, and a commercial dancer. I continue to work as a dancer while also engaging in article production. After discovering Michael Jackson in junior high school, I began dancing in my second year of high school. Since starting dance, in addition to the J-Pop and Japanese rock I had been listening to, I began exploring Western R&B, rap, alternative music, and other tracks commonly used for dance. In elementary school, I spent three years in a choir, and because I love singing, I often go to karaoke for fun. These days, I enjoy a wide range of music, from Japanese rock and rap to K-pop.
Bassist and radio listenerkappamaki
A Kyoto-based bassist who loves radio and ska punk. I mostly inhabit the ani-radio scene, but I’m not a professional. I’m a bit unusual in that I’ve built up my anison knowledge through ani-radio. My love of ska punk centers on Japanese bands. I’ve also worked as a staffer at a music studio. I’m always running around in circles every day.

In recent years, it’s become the norm for popular rock bands to handle anime theme songs!

High-energy, fast-paced Japanese rock is a perfect fit for hyping up anime.

These days, many bands have gone nationwide thanks to anime tie-ins, and there are plenty of people who got into anime, fell in love with the theme song, and then became fans of the band.

So in this article, we’ll be showcasing a bunch of anime songs created by rock bands!

A must-read for rock band lovers and anime fans alike.

[Anisong × Rock] Compilation of Anime Songs Sung by Rock Bands (91–100)

RAISE INSIGHTWANDS

WANDS「RAISE INSIGHT」MV

RAISE INSIGHTWANDS

The nationally beloved anime Detective Conan.

Its opening theme is RAISE INSIGHT, a track by the rock band WANDS.

The lyrics liken painful events and sad pasts to rain, then suggest a wonderful future as the skies eventually clear.

The guitar’s driving sound matches the mood of the anime.

Listen for the story-like turns of phrase as well.

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PRIDEHIGH and MIGHTY COLOR

HIGH and MIGHTY COLOR – PRIDE

PRIDEHIGH and MIGHTY COLOR

Known by the abbreviation “Haikara,” from which they uniquely derived their band name, HIGH and MIGHTY COLOR is a six-member co-ed rock band whose major-label debut single this is.

The song was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Mobile Suit Gundam SEED DESTINY.

With dual male-female vocals, twin 7-string guitars, a 5-string bass, and double-bass drums, their heavy-duty setup unleashes a loud sound that really ramps up the energy.

Melodic yet fully charged with rock, the arrangement is a perfect fit for an opening theme that fuels the anime’s momentum and sense of anticipation.

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Hoshino Takashi

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GO! GO! MANIACHōkago Tī Taimu

GO! GO! MANIAC

GO! GO! MANIACHōkago Tī Taimu

The anime K-On! sparked a renewed boom of all-girl bands in Japan.

In the story, the characters form a light music club, and their band, Ho-kago Tea Time, released numerous songs that became big hits.

GO! GO! MANIAC, used as the opening theme for the second season, is a track that makes you feel great just by listening—capturing both their sparkling charm and the lively, carefree fun of their everyday lives.

The vocalist changes on some tracks, and there are songs with completely different vibes from this one, so if you’re interested, definitely check out their variety of songs!

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for all eternityKami wa saikoro o furanai

Anime World Trigger Season 2 Ending Non-Credit Version (Song: Kami wa Saikoro wo Furanai – “Miraieigo” [Eternity])

for all eternityKami wa saikoro o furanai

Eternal Future was selected as the ending theme for the second season of the sci-fi anime World Trigger, which depicts battles in another world.

The song is by the rock band Kami wa Saikoro wo Furanai.

The four-piece band from Fukuoka made their major debut in 2020 with Bubble Fireworks.

Their deep, genre-defying musicality has earned them strong support.

They have released many wonderful tracks, such as Yonagauta, which went viral on social media, so if you’re interested, be sure to check them out.

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Yu-Gi-Oh 1st OP – Voice by Cloud FULL

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A straightforward band sound and catchy vocals—quintessential rock band fare—resonate throughout.

Chosen as the opening theme for the anime Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters, the lyrics, true to Yu-Gi-Oh!, evoke a sense of gaming and a heart under pressure.

Among the many songs in the Yu-Gi-Oh! franchise, this track remains a perennial favorite.

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The Story You Don’t Knowsupercell

Bakemonogatari ED Kimi no Shiranai Monogatari nagi 1080P

The Story You Don't Knowsupercell

Since it was chosen as the theme song for the 2009 anime Bakemonogatari, “Kimi no Shiranai Monogatari” has been beloved for years as a staple anisong.

It’s distinguished by vocalist nagi’s crystal-clear voice, which pairs perfectly with lyrics that evoke a star-filled sky.

The catchy melody throughout is another draw, and the chorus—where her vocals soar—sticks in your head after just one listen.

Arranged in classic guitar-rock style, it’s no surprise many bands have covered this track.

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KANA-BOON “Massara” Music Video

The opening theme of the 2019 anime Sarazanmai.

It’s an impressive track with a cool band sound that could be called the essence of KANA-BOON, a band that has worked on many anime songs—one listen and you’ll be hooked.

With practice, you’ll be able to sing it stylishly, so definitely give it a try.

Let’s have everyone join in for the chorus!

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Murakami Shinpei

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