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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 listenercucumber roll (kappa maki)
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] A collection of anime songs performed by rock bands (1–10)

Sleep Walking OrchestraBUMP OF CHICKEN

TV anime “Delicious in Dungeon” × BUMP OF CHICKEN “Sleep Walking Orchestra” special movie

Sleep Walking OrchestraBUMP OF CHICKEN

This song paints a fantastical world that drifts between the boundaries of dreams and reality.

Released by BUMP OF CHICKEN in December 2023, it was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime “Delicious in Dungeon.” Motoo Fujiwara’s delicate lyrics blend with a beautiful melody to deliver a deeply moving experience.

The airy sound and lyrics that speak of resolve evoke a sense of hope for the future, while convincingly expressing the work’s rich fantasy atmosphere.

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IllusionMY FIRST STORY × HYDE

MY FIRST STORY × HYDE – “MUGEN” (from Anime “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba”) Official Music Video

Mugen MY FIRST STORY × HYDE

Selected as the opening theme for the TV anime Demon Slayer: Hashira Training Arc, this song was created through a collaboration between MY FIRST STORY and HYDE.

Featuring powerful vocals and an energetic sound, it perfectly matches the anime’s world.

It was unveiled in May 2024, with a digital release following the next day.

The lyrics convey the conflict between the Demon Slayer Corps and demons, as well as the inner struggles of the characters, evoking the core of the story.

It’s a recommended track not only for anime fans but also for rock enthusiasts.

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OrangeSPYAIR

SPYAIR “Orange” Music Video (Theme Song for Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle: The Movie)

Orange SPYAIR

SPYAIR’s collaboration track with the Haikyu!! series has returned as a movie theme song.

This work, imbued with the bittersweet scent of youth, features lyrics full of friendship and hope that truly resonate.

It’s the title track of the EP “Orange,” released in February 2024, and the vocals by new singer YOSUKE bring a refreshing feel.

The exhilarating sound perfectly matches lyrics that cherish limited time, brilliantly capturing the world of the film “Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle.” It’s a recommended song for those who want to look back on their youth or push forward toward the future.

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[Anisong × Rock] A Collection of Anime Songs Performed by Rock Bands (11–20)

lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs. GREEN APPLE “Lilac” Official Music Video

Lilac - Mrs. GREEN APPLE

This song delicately captures the sparkle and bittersweetness of youth.

Chosen as the opening theme for the anime “Oblivion Battery,” it has deeply resonated with listeners.

The flower language of lilacs—often symbolic of youth—overlaps with the emotions of waiting to reunite with one’s past self or someone dear, all set to Mrs.

GREEN APPLE’s characteristically refreshing melody.

Released as a digital-only single from EMI Records in April 2024, it has surpassed 300 million streams.

It also won the Grand Prize at the 66th Japan Record Awards, marking a remarkable feat of back-to-back wins for the band.

Highly recommended for anyone who wants to bask in the sweet-and-sour memories of their youth.

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Blue HabitatTatsuya Kitani

Where Our Blue Is / Tatsuya Kitani

Aono Sumika by Tatsuya Kitani

This piece, created by Tatsuya Kitani, was chosen as the opening theme for the second season of the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen, “Hidden Inventory/Premature Death.” Its refreshing, rock-infused sound is carried by Kitani’s soaring vocals.

The lyrics weave together the fragility of youth and the ache of parting with distinctive word choices, creating a perfect resonance with the anime’s worldview.

Released in July 2023, the song garnered high acclaim, reaching No.

2 on Billboard Japan’s weekly chart.

It’s a must-listen not only for anime fans but for all lovers of rock music.

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Become a flowerGreen Yellow Society

Ryokuoushoku Shakai “Become a Flower” Official Video / Ryokuoushoku Shakai – Be a Flower

Bloom into a flower with Ryokuoushoku Shakai

This song by Ryokuoushoku Shakai serves as the opening theme for the anime The Apothecary Diaries.

Released in December 2023, it blends a catchy melody with a heavy band sound.

The lyrics deftly express the protagonist Maomao’s inner beauty and unique charm, leaving a deep emotional impact on listeners.

It’s a perfect track not only for anime fans but also for anyone who values staying true to themselves.

The song showcases a new side of Ryokuoushoku Shakai—be sure to give it a listen.

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The Zero Sense10-FEET

10-FEET – The Zero Sense (Ending Theme Song of the Film 'THE FIRST SLAM DUNK')

The 0th Sense 10-FEET

10-FEET is a three-piece rock band that electrifies fans with a mixture sound incorporating a wide range of styles, including rock, punk, metal, reggae, and hip-hop.

Their 22nd single, “The First Sense,” released exclusively via streaming, was chosen as the ending theme for the animated film THE FIRST SLAM DUNK, a remake of the legendary TV anime.

The overall key isn’t that high, and the melody is laid-back against a driving arrangement, making it easy to sing.

Since the film itself became a major talking point, this anime song is sure to get everyone fired up at karaoke.

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