Looking back at Chainsaw Man’s theme and insert songs: from buzzworthy tracks to hidden gems
From the very first episode’s opening, Chainsaw Man has taken social media by storm and captivated a passionate fanbase.
Its theme songs and insert tracks, which vividly color the series’ world, have drawn attention as music that brings out the work’s appeal to the fullest.
The many songs that match its distinctive mood and worldview leave a lasting impression as the story unfolds.
To savor the series’ charm even more deeply, let’s dive into the world of Chainsaw Man from a musical perspective.
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Looking back at Chainsaw Man's theme and insert songs: from buzzworthy tracks to hidden gems (1–10)
JANE DOEKenshi Yonezu, Hikaru Utada
An ending theme for the theatrical anime film Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc, whose poetic lyricism and translucent vocals by Kenshi Yonezu and Hikaru Utada resonate deeply in the heart.
Written and composed by Yonezu, with Utada on vocals, the song paints a world where pain and memory, ephemerality and longing intertwine.
Released as the double A-side single IRIS OUT / JANE DOE in September 2025.
Yaffle also joined the arrangement, resulting in a melancholic yet airy sound.
Recommended for those who want to stay close to Chainsaw Man’s intricate story and the emotions of its characters.
Blade length: 200,000,000 centimetersMaximum the Hormone
Featured as the ending theme and an insert song for episode 3 of Chainsaw Man, this track delivers an intense, tightly packed experience—despite its brief length of roughly 90 seconds—where ferocious shouts collide with exhilarating melodies.
Released as a digital single in October 2022, it was later reused as an insert song in a new version, including previously unreleased sections, for the theatrical film Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc, which premiered in September 2025.
Why not lend an ear to their uniquely blended sound, marked by a striking contrast between stillness and motion?
KICK BACKKenshi Yonezu
Written by Kenshi Yonezu as the opening theme for Chainsaw Man, this track was released in November 2022.
Daiki Tsuneta of King Gnu participated as a co-arranger, and the fusion of drum’n’bass and electronic elements ties in with the work’s intense action scenes.
The arrangement’s dizzying series of key changes musically expresses the protagonist Denji’s chaotic desires and inner conflicts.
It’s a rock tune recommended for moments when you want to boost your mood or raise your motivation with its exhilarating, fast-paced beat.
Looking back at Chainsaw Man’s theme and insert songs: from headline-grabbing tracks to hidden gems (11–20)
DOGLANDPEOPLE 1
The ending theme for Chainsaw Man Episode 10 produced by PEOPLE 1 is this song, released in December 2022.
As the band’s 13th release, it received high acclaim, including reaching No.
1 on Billboard Japan’s Heatseekers Songs.
The track blends a dark, decadent worldview with a sense of everyday life and the possibility of happiness.
Member Deu commented, “Within the vessel of Chainsaw Man, I was able to fully express my underground spirit.” Featuring twin vocals by Ito and Deu woven with an electronic sound, the piece was born from deep love and understanding of the original work.
It’s recommended for those who resonate with the anime’s distinctive atmosphere or want to experience a melodious yet dark soundscape.
In the Backroomssyudou
This song is striking for its dark atmosphere, where feelings of entrapment and inner conflict swirl.
Created by syudou, it was selected as the ending theme for Episode 5 of Chainsaw Man in November 2022.
Inspired by the internet urban legend “The Backrooms,” it portrays the protagonist’s exposed emotions in an inescapable space.
This aligns closely with Episode 5’s plot, where Denji and the others are trapped in a hotel, resulting in a highly compatible pairing with the series.
The track is also included on the 2023 album Rokotsu.
Give it a careful listen when you want to confront inner turmoil.
first deathTK from Ling tosite sigure
This is the ending theme for episode 8 of Chainsaw Man by TK, characterized by a composition where a sense of speed and tension intersect.
Released digitally in November 2022 and on CD in December of the same year, the track leaves a strong impression with its aggressive sound that incorporates elements of progressive rock.
The story about TK repeatedly rewatching the series to grasp its world during production also conveys his deep respect for the anime.
The sensibilities honed through his band work with Ling tosite sigure naturally meld into the piece.
With its chaotic developments and meticulous structure, this high-energy rock number is stirring and impactful.
tablet (pill)TOOBOE
A song by TOOBOE that was featured in episode 4 of an anime that drew attention for its innovative weekly-changing ending themes.
It’s the title track of the EP “Jōzai” released in November 2022.
The sound design blends raw intensity—interwoven with shouts and noise—with a perfectly balanced catchiness.
The music video by the visual unit “Gitaisuru Meta” is an experimental piece that juxtaposes extremity and comedy, using a tale of love and hate as its motif.
The track is also included on the album “Stupid dog” and is regarded as one of TOOBOE’s signature works.
Highly recommended for those who want to immerse themselves in the world of the piece.