Autumn anime songs: iconic tracks for the deepening fall

Beyond a thousand nightsAqua Timez

Aqua Timez 'Beyond a Thousand Nights' Music Video (Theme song of the movie 'BLEACH: Memories of Nobody')

This song was chosen as the theme for the anime Bleach: Memories of Nobody.

It’s one of the signature tracks by the rock band Aqua Timez and was released in 2006 as their second single.

It’s a pure love song that sings, “Among all the truths I found in the life I’ve walked, there is just one: I love you—and I want to tell you that.” The overwhelming sincerity of the feelings for the other person will loosen your tear ducts.

It feels perfectly suited to autumn, a season that, oddly enough, deepens our sense of loneliness.

RAGE OF DUSTSPYAIR

SPYAIR 『RAGE OF DUST』(Short Ver.)

It’s the theme song for the anime Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans.

The heavy guitar riffs, the driving drum rhythms, and the piercing vocals are really cool.

It was released in 2016 as the 19th single by the rock band SPYAIR.

TempestMamoru Miyano

Mamoru Miyano “Tempest” MUSIC VIDEO (Short Ver.)

This is the opening theme of the TV anime Uta no Prince-sama: Maji LOVE Legend Star.

It’s a cool four-on-the-floor electronic track.

Mamoru Miyano, who sings it, also appears in the anime as the voice of Tokiya Ichinose.

It’s an anime song that fans of his won’t want to miss.

Even if the moon cannot be seen tonightPorno Graffitti

Porno Graffitti 'Even If the Moon Can't Be Seen Tonight' (ROYAL STRAIGHT FLUSH 2009) / 'Koyoi, Tsuki ga Miezutomo (Live Ver.)'

Porno Graffitti’s “Even If the Moon Can’t Be Seen Tonight,” the theme song for the animated film Bleach: Fade to Black, I Call Your Name, portrays the aching feelings of longing for someone who isn’t by your side.

The film’s title, “Fade to Black,” carries the meaning of disappearing into darkness, which can be seen as linking with the worldview of the song.

a hair's breadthUru

[Official] Uru “KAMI HITOE (A Fine Line)” TV Anime “Hell’s Paradise” Ending Theme

Uru, who is known for her crystal-clear vocals, has been active using that as her signature.

She wrote “Kaminotori” as the ending theme for the anime Hell’s Paradise.

The lyrics convey the idea that even when people’s emotional states appear similar, they are actually different.

This profound message and the Japanese aesthetic mesh beautifully with the anime’s worldview.

It’s a gentle ballad, so why not give it a listen during your relaxation time?

Scorching SwitchSparrowgahara Junior High School Table Tennis Club

(Old ver) [Scorching Ping Pong Girls OP] Scorching Switch

This is the theme song of the anime Scorching Ping Pong Girls, which tells the story of junior high school girls passionate about table tennis.

It’s sung by the voice actors who play the main characters.

The sparkling melody is really cute, and the bass sounds great!

Morning comesAimer

Aimer “Asa ga Kuru” Music Video (TV anime Demon Slayer: Entertainment District Arc ending theme)

As the air gradually turns colder, a song like this might be just right.

It’s a track by the singer Aimer, known for hits like “Kataomoi” and “Chouchou Musubi,” released in 2022.

It was used as the ending theme for the anime Demon Slayer.

This Japanese-style piece colors a band sound with beautiful string tones.

You’ll likely find yourself absorbed by its deep soundscape, immersive world, and Aimer’s captivating vocals.