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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 listenerkappamaki
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.

[Anison × Rock] A Compilation of Anime Songs Sung by Rock Bands (211–220)

antinomyamazarashi

amazarashi 'Antinomy' Music Video 1.1a Edition | NieR:Automata Ver1.1a Ending Theme

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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.

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Hoshino Takashi

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EndrollKamiyama Yagi

Yoh Kamiyama – End Roll [Music Video]

EndrollKamiyama Yagi

Singer-songwriter Yoh Kamiyama, who began his music career as a Vocaloid producer under the name “Yuki Acid” and made his major-label debut in 2020.

His seventh digital-only single, “Endroll,” which was selected as the ending theme for the TV anime BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War – The Separation, also drew attention for featuring members of the band Hitorie in the recording.

The hysteric rock ensemble creates a thrilling atmosphere that links with the anime’s world, doesn’t it? It’s a powerful rock tune with an aggressive arrangement that amps up the tension.

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Hoshino Takashi

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lip synckurokobu

Kurokosubi / Lip Sync -OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO- from New Album “dig saw”

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Lip Sync, selected as the ending theme for the anime RON KAMONOHASHI: Deranged Detective, was released in 2023 by the rock band Kurokoppe, known for delivering songs with a vibrant, pop-tinged worldview.

It portrays the genuine emotions that arise when standing at the threshold of new days, conveying a message to companions who are moving toward the future together.

Even amid hurt and sadness, it depicts pushing forward while believing in the hope that lies ahead.

With lyrics that capture this resolve, the rhythmic performance of the three-piece band rings out in this catchy rock number.

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ZenBAND-MAID

BAND-MAID / Zen (Official Music Video) — Opening theme song for MAPPA’s anime “Zenshu.”

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A powerful number that portrays the challenge of breaking new ground.

The song is by BAND-MAID and was released in January 2025.

It was chosen as the opening theme for MAPPA’s original TV anime “Zenshu.” Its energetic, aggressive rock sound is incredibly satisfying to listen to.

The lyrics, themed around “change,” “challenge,” and “self-discovery,” are deeply connected to the anime’s story and evoke the characters’ growth.

It’s a must-listen for anyone looking to find a new version of themselves!

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TroublemakerKANIKAPILA

KANIKAPILA “Troublemaker” Music Video - Short Ver.-

TroublemakerKANIKAPILA

“Troublemaker,” chosen as the ending theme for the globally beloved anime Naruto Shippuden, was released in 2015 by the girls’ band KANIKAPILA, known for their charming smiles.

The track delivers a passionate band sound that matches the anime’s worldview, with an up-tempo rhythm that gets your body moving.

It’s a punk-tinged song that cheers on the protagonist as they face any challenge.

Why not let their colorful choral work soothe you?

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