[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 (191–200)
absolute zeronatori
A song that stirs the heart with a youthful drama painted in a fast-paced rock sound.
It bursts with the passion of young people who, together with their cherished friends, face hardships and strive to carve out a future from scratch.
Riding energetic guitar riffs and rhythmic drums, Natori’s impassioned vocals resound powerfully.
Chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime WIND BREAKER, which began airing in April 2024, the track enriches the world of the story.
It’s a supportive anthem that gently encourages anyone who keeps their burning resolve close to their heart and tries to keep moving forward.
antinomyamazarashi
A two-piece rock band, amazarashi, has been drawing attention with a message-driven worldview themed around “How many songs do I want to listen to while looking at the lyrics right now?” Their 8th single, Antinomy, written as the ending theme for the TV anime NieR:Automata Ver1.1a, features an ensemble with depth and a floating feel that truly stirs the heart.
The lyrics, depicting a reality that doesn’t go the way we hope, resonate with the anime and likely strike a chord with many listeners.
With a plaintive vocal and melody, it’s an emotional, lyrical rock tune.
prayHakubi
The song crafted by the Kyoto-based rock band Hakubi is a captivating track where power and delicacy coexist.
It portrays the inner world of a protagonist who keeps moving forward despite facing failure and hardship, giving listeners courage and hope.
It is used as the ending theme for the TV anime “Until I, Who Became the Strongest With the Failure Frame [Status Abnormality Skill], Trample Everything.” Showcasing Hakubi’s musicality to the fullest, this work can be considered a significant piece in their career.
It’s recommended for times when you want the courage to face difficulties or when you need to rouse yourself.
NarakaHalo at yojōhan
For Halo at Yojohan, who made their major debut in 2018, their first anime tie-in was Naraku, released in 2020.
It was chosen as the theme song for the anime Radiant.
Halo at Yojohan is known for their impressionistic flowing, pleasant melodic lines.
This song combines a brisk sense of speed with a refreshing feel that fits perfectly as an anime opening.
Among guitar rock bands with captivating vocals, it’s especially recommended for those who love a straightforward, cool sound!
[Anisong × Rock] A compilation of anime songs performed by rock bands (201–210)
Azaleanano.RIPE
nano.RIPE is a rock band known for creating numerous anime theme songs.
Their 2018 release Azalea was used as the opening theme for the anime citrus.
The song is themed around a flower that blooms in May, unfolding a bittersweet yet warm story that seems to embody the flower’s language, “the joy of love.” Its passionate band performance, enhanced with classical arrangements, conveys both fervor and hope.
It’s a rock number that evokes the love story of two people overcoming every hardship.
Why not listen while picturing the beautiful azalea, with its overlapping petals?
trajectoryrakkuraifu
The ending theme song for Season 5 of the anime Bungo Stray Dogs.
It’s a powerful up-tempo track from the band that has handled the ending themes since Season 1’s “Namae wo Yobu yo.” Packed with elements from the series’ history, it’s a song that deepens the love of both Luck Life fans and anime fans alike.
From the intro onward, the beautiful tone of the electric guitar leaves a strong impression.
Along with Luck Life’s signature band ensemble, this emotional number lets you feel the path walked and the undeniable proof it’s left behind.
AlchemillaRīgaru Rirī
Regal Lily is a rock band that delivers poetic songs that conjure vivid scenes for listeners.
Their music, carried by a wistful yet powerful voice, leaves a strong impression.
Alchemilla, chosen as the theme song for the anime 86 -Eighty Six-, which depicts battles between manned and unmanned machines, is a melancholic rock ballad.
The ethereal band sound pairs perfectly with the anime, a sci-fi work that portrays real-world social issues.
Be sure to experience the artistic, shoegaze-tinged sound for yourself.