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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 (11–20)

Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI

SEKAI NO OWARI “Highest Altitude” ONE PIECE Lyric MV

SEKAI NO OWARI at the highest point

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.

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SPECIALZKing Gnu

King Gnu – SPECIALZ | OP theme “Jujutsu Kaisen S2: Shibuya Incident”

SPECIALZKing Gnu

This song, created by the rock band King Gnu, was chosen as the opening theme for Season 2 of the anime Jujutsu Kaisen, the Shibuya Incident arc.

The performance carries a slightly eerie atmosphere, punctuated by the sharp, powerful vocals of Iguchi and Tsuneta.

The lyrics weave a message of “never giving up until the end” with distinctive word choices, making it a uniquely original and uplifting anthem unlike those of other artists.

Pay attention as well to the phrases that seem to tie into the anime’s storyline, and be sure to read the lyrics as you listen.

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fatesumika

sumika / Fate [Music Video]

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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.

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Frenzy Hey Kids!!THE ORAL CIGARETTES

Noragami ARAGOTO OP theme THE ORAL CIGARETTES “Kyouran Hey Kids!!” Music Video

Frenzy Hey Kids!! THE ORAL CIGARETTES

“Kyouran Hey Kids!!” by THE ORAL CIGARETTES, the opening theme of Noragami ARAGOTO (2015), is a track distinguished by its meticulously crafted, even innovative, melodic lines.

The anxiety-stirring guitar riff is incredibly memorable and addictive, making you replay it over and over.

It’s a must-listen rock anime song.

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Blue BookmarkGalileo Galilei

Galileo Galilei - Aoi Shiori (Blue Bookmark)

Blue Bookmark Galileo 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.

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LOVE & JUSTICEYasuharu Takanashi × FLOW

Kinnikuman: Perfect Origin Arc Creditless OP | Yasuharu Takanashi × FLOW “LOVE & JUSTICE”

LOVE & JUSTICE Yasuharu Takanashi × 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.

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[Anisong × Rock] A Collection of Anime Songs Performed by Rock Bands (21–30)

Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN

UNISON SQUARE GARDEN “Sugar Song and Bitter Step” Short Ver.

Sugar Song and Bitter Step by UNISON 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.

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