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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.

[Anison × Rock] Compilation of Anime Songs Sung by Rock Bands (41–50)

Youth FrenzySambomaster

Seishun Kyōsōkyoku (Youth Rhapsody)

Youth Rampage Suite Sambomaster

It’s the ending theme of the popular anime Naruto, created by the popular rock band Sambomaster.

The rugged yet emotional lyrics—one of Sambomaster’s hallmarks—matched the vibe of the anime’s protagonist and drew a strong response.

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Flame (FIRE)queen bee

Queen Bee 'KaeN (FIRE)' Official MV

Flame (FIRE) Queen Bee

Weren’t you surprised by Dororo’s opening theme? According to Avu-chan from Queen Bee, they thought, “When I saw Dororo, I thought it was cute.” Queen Bee often makes distinctive, quirky songs, and having the sensibility to call an anime filled with eerie yokai “cute” is impressive, isn’t it? Rather than making the anime purely grim, it seems they crafted a song that captivates you right from the opening.

I’m in awe of the sensibility that doesn’t reduce Osamu Tezuka’s Dororo to something merely scary!

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Miracle of BondsMAN WITH A MISSION×milet

MAN WITH A MISSION × milet “Kizuna no Kiseki” Music Video

Kizuna no Kiseki MAN WITH A MISSION × milet

This is a collaboration song by MAN WITH A MISSION, who are highly acclaimed both in Japan and abroad, and milet, whose singing at the closing ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics also made waves.

Written specifically as the opening theme for the TV anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Swordsmith Village Arc, Kizuna no Kiseki became a hot topic as a track packed with the charms of both artists.

From its Japanese-inspired opening into a powerful rock sound, the arrangement alone is enough to get your adrenaline pumping.

With a catchy, fast-paced chorus that heightens anticipation for the anime, it’s a collaboration by accomplished artists that truly delivers.

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Speed and frictionamazarashi

amazarashi “Speed and Friction” | Opening theme song of “Rampo Kitan: Game of Laplace”

Speed and Friction amazarashi

It captures amazarashi’s distinctive worldview.

The melody may seem simple but is intricately crafted and highly addictive.

The lyrics, which draw you in, contain many striking words.

It’s the theme song for the anime Rampo Kitan.

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breakthroughSUPER BEAVER

SUPER BEAVER “Toppakō” MV (TV anime Haikyu!! TO THE TOP, 2nd cour opening theme)

Breakthrough SUPER BEAVER

A four-piece rock band consisting of vocalist Ryota Shibuya, guitarist Ryota Yanagisawa, bassist Kenta Uesugi, and drummer Hiroaki Fujiwara.

The band was formed when Fujiwara joined Shibuya, Uesugi, and Yanagisawa, who were senior and junior classmates in high school.

Their song “Toppa-guchi” (Breakthrough) was selected as the opening theme for the second cour of the anime Haikyu!! TO THE TOP.

They have also collaborated with other anime such as Naruto and Barakamon.

Their powerful, fast-paced sound and lyricism with a strong message fit perfectly with the world of shonen manga.

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Fictionsumika

sumika / Fiction [Music Video]

Fiction sumika

The opening theme “Fiction” from the anime Wotakoi: Love Is Hard for Otaku, which was even adapted into a live-action film in 2020.

The song is by the four-piece rock band sumika.

Besides this track, sumika is known for tying up with various anime and dramas.

It’s said that most of their songs are written by guitarist and vocalist Kenta Kataoka.

Sumika’s songs, which are also popular as wedding tunes, are generally bright and uplifting! This one makes you feel like breaking into a dance, too (lol)!

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Girl SSCANDAL

SCANDAL “Girl S” / Shoujo S – Music Video

Girl SSCANDAL

This was SCANDAL’s first anime tie-in single, released in 2009.

It was used as the opening theme for BLEACH.

Formed in Osaka, the four-piece girls’ band has built up an impressive track record and now performs worldwide.

Bassist TOMOMI wrote the lyrics.

The raw, powerful rock sound with a touch of youthful freshness is irresistible!

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