[Anison × Rock] A compilation of anime songs performed by rock bands
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.
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[Anison × Rock] Compilation of Anime Songs Sung by Rock Bands (161–170)
ReimeiSaYuri × MY FIRST STORY
A collaboration song by 2.5D parallel singer-songwriter Sayuri and the rock band MY FIRST STORY! It was selected as the opening theme for Golden Kamuy.
With a cool rock sound and Sayuri’s distinctive vocals, it’s a captivating track.
Put this song on when you want to nail a cool moment!
RPGSEKAI NO OWARI
Released on May 1, 2013, it was used as the theme song for Crayon Shin-chan: Very Tasty! B-class Gourmet Survival!!.
It’s a fantastical song themed around friendship, bonds, and adventure.
Being chosen as the theme song for a Crayon Shin-chan movie, which is popular with children, boosted its recognition, and they grew into a popular band supported by a wide range of generations.
[Anisong × Rock] A Collection of Anime Songs Performed by Rock Bands (171–180)
Without putting it into wordsSIX LOUNGE
A new track has arrived from SIX LOUNGE, a Japanese rock band known for powerful guitars and soul-stirring grooves! You’ll be moved by lyrics that capture bonds that transcend words and a determination to change fate.
Chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War – Conflict Arc, the song was released digitally in October 2024.
It’s packed with emotions—tough fronts and inner fragility, the struggle between loneliness and self-expression, and more.
It’s a must-listen not only for rock fans but also for anyone seeking a fiery message.
It’s sure to become a song etched into a page of your youth.
GO!!!FLOW
FLOW is a five-member rock band that gained popularity in the 2000s.
Their bright and exhilarating musical style is striking, and GO!!! showcases the appeal of FLOW particularly well.
The song was used as the fourth opening theme for the popular anime NARUTO and became a hit.
Although it’s uptempo, the vocal range is relatively narrow—mid1 G# to mid2 G#—so it’s easy to sing.
It’s a big crowd-pleaser among Naruto fans, so consider adding it to your repertoire.
faceAve Mujica
A majestic rock number with wave after wave of heavy sound.
Featured as an insert song in the final episode of the TV anime “BanG Dream! Ave Mujica,” it was released under the name Ave Mujica in April 2025.
Its grand soundscape masterfully weaves gothic metal and progressive elements, paired with lyrics that powerfully capture the struggle of facing oneself.
The tense sonic image will set your heart ablaze—an insanely cool anime song!
CantabileNovelbright
Novelbright is a five-member rock band that has gained popularity for its straightforward rock sound and clear, high-toned vocals.
Their 14th digital single, “Cantabile,” written as the opening theme for the TV anime Blue Orchestra, blends the timbre of strings with a rock ensemble to create depth in the track.
The arrangement conveys a sense of grandeur while maintaining a driving pace, making it a perfect fit for the anime’s worldview.
It’s a soulful rock tune whose powerful message inspires courage.
O2ORANGE RANGE
As the first opening theme for the anime Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion R2, a powerful track was born that weaves mixture rock into a J-pop foundation.
Even among ORANGE RANGE’s works, YAMATO’s striking high-range vocals stand out, and the contrast with RYO’s low vocals gives the piece a sense of breaking new ground.
With a message layered over the chemical formula for oxygen and themes that synchronize with the protagonist’s rebellion and pursuit of freedom, the song reached No.
3 on the Oricon Weekly Chart after its release in May 2008.
It was included on the albums PANIC FANCY and ALL the SINGLES, and has continued to be loved through diverse arrangements, including covers in games such as THE iDOLM@STER and World Dai Star.
In karaoke, its energetic progression and memorable chorus make it a song that greatly lifts the singer’s spirits.