[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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[Anisong × Rock] A Collection of Anime Songs Performed by Rock Bands (11–20)
Become a flowerRyokushokushakai
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.
fatesumika
This song has been gaining attention as a rock-leaning anime track.
Created by sumika, it was selected as the opening theme for the second season of the TV anime “Delicious in Dungeon” and released in April 2024.
The lyrics, which wish for destiny as the title suggests, are striking and convey a strong yearning for the future.
Its sound, blending pop rock and indie pop, matches the anime’s worldview and has captivated many fans.
The piece centers on themes of fate in life, prayers for the future, and an unwavering spirit, making it a track that inspires courage in its listeners.
Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI
With its exhilarating guitar riffs and pleasantly catchy chorus melody, this track showcases the distinctive qualities of SEKAI NO OWARI.
It was chosen as the opening theme for Season 25 of the anime ONE PIECE, which began airing in September 2023.
It brilliantly captures the world of ONE PIECE and, with its energetic sound, inspires listeners.
Harmonizing with the anime’s scenes, it leaves a very strong impression.
It’s a track sure to captivate fans and music lovers alike, and its melody will resonate not only with anime fans but with a wide audience.
The Zero Sense10-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.
LOVE & JUSTICETakanashi Yasuharu × FLOW
Selected as the opening theme for the anime “Kinnikuman: Perfect Origin Saga,” this track is a collaboration between Yasuharu Takanashi and FLOW.
Centered on the themes of friendship, justice, and love, it brilliantly captures the world of Kinnikuman.
Blending FLOW’s rock sound with Takanashi’s dramatic score, the song delivers an energetic and powerful finish.
It’s a must-listen not only for Kinnikuman fans but also for anyone who loves intense friendship-driven dramas and fierce battle scenes.
Blue BookmarkGalileo Galilei
Although they once ceased their activities, the four-piece rock band Galileo Galilei announced a restart under a new lineup in 2022.
Their fourth single, Aoi Shiori, written as the opening theme for the TV anime Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day, also served as the theme song for the live-action drama adaptation, drawing significant attention.
From its catchy kalimba phrase to its refreshing yet floating melodies and ensemble, the song leaves a strong impression.
For fans of the anime, it’s an immortal classic that instantly brings back iconic scenes just by listening.
[Anisong × Rock] A Collection of Anime Songs Performed by Rock Bands (21–30)
Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN
UNISON SQUARE GARDEN’s “Sugar Song and Bitter Step” was the ending theme for Season 1 of the anime Blood Blockade Battlefront.
Perhaps because the song fit so perfectly, they were chosen to handle the opening theme for Season 2.
True to UNISON SQUARE GARDEN’s style, it’s a catchy, upbeat number, and the ending visuals are cute, making it a track that matches the music perfectly.
