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[Collection of Epic Songs] A compilation of cool anime songs chosen by anime fans

Accompanist / Piano InstructorYuri
Accompanist pianist × piano instructor × web writer. I began piano lessons at age four and, inspired by my piano teacher, decided to pursue music. I went on to specialized music programs in high school and university, where I discovered the appeal of accompanying instrumentalists and singers. Currently, alongside teaching piano, I work mainly in my home region of Aichi as an accompanist for flute, voice, choir, and more. Through lessons, my students often introduce me to trending songs, and my hobby is trying anything on the piano—Japanese and Western pop, commercial jingles, and beyond. Since 2021, I’ve also been active as a web writer, covering music and a variety of other genres.
Music writer / guitarist / Certified web writing practitionerTakashi Hoshino
Drawing on over 30 years of experience with guitars and bands since my high school days, I specialize in music-related articles and have handled many feature pieces to date. While my tastes lean toward genres like hard rock and heavy metal since I first picked up the guitar, I make a point of listening to a wide range of styles, both Japanese and Western, on a daily basis. I began working as a freelance writer in 2018. I hold a Web Writing Practical Certification, and in addition to writing, I’m also studying video editing. In my private life, I’m raising an elementary school child and stay active while supporting their extracurriculars, such as parkour and dance.

“Great anime comes with great anime songs.” If you’re an anime fan, you probably know exactly what I mean.

From dedicated anisong singers to musicians active in the J-pop scene, rock bands, and hip-hop units, artists across a wide range of genres have performed anime theme songs.

It’s not uncommon for landing a theme song to be the spark that leads to a big breakthrough.

This time, we’re featuring anime songs that are nothing short of cool and blazing hot.

We’ve included tracks spanning many eras, so be sure to check out every last one!

[Epic Tracks Collection] A Compilation of Cool Anime Songs Chosen by Anime Fans (71–80)

sky lanternsajou no hana

sajou no hana “Sky Lantern” (Music Video)

Sky Lantern sajou no hana

Heavenly Lantern is a song that celebrates the courage to keep moving toward your dreams.

It’s performed by sajou no hana, the rock band that Tatsuya Kitani is part of.

Written specifically for the anime Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? IV: New Arc — Labyrinth Arc, the melody reflects the series’ world and features a Celtic-inspired arrangement.

It also weaves in elements from various other genres, so give it a careful listen.

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Mr. FixerSou

Sou “Mr. Fixer” MV

Mr. Fixer Sou

It’s a stylish and cool track with a beautiful, resonant piano sound.

The singer is Sou, who rose to fame through online activity.

It was released as a digital single in 2020.

The song drew attention when it was chosen as the opening theme for the anime ID:INVADED.

While the rhythm and overall tone are light and sprightly, there’s an unmistakable dark undercurrent that matches the lyrics’ darker worldview and the anime’s story.

It’s an addictive number.

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PHOENIXBURNOUT SYNDROMES

BURNOUT SYNDROMES “PHOENIX” Music Video (TV anime Haikyu!! TO THE TOP opening theme)

PHOENIXBURNOUT SYNDROMES

It’s a fiery guitar rock song that begins with an emotional vocal.

It’s a track by the Osaka-based rock band BURNOUT SYNDROMES, released in 2020 as their fifth single.

The song was used in the anime Haikyu!! TO THE TOP.

Riding on a powerful performance, it delivers the message: push forward and aim beyond your limits.

I especially recommend it to anyone feeling down right now or discouraged after a setback.

The lyrics match the world of Haikyu!!, so listening after watching the anime might give you a different impression.

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Long shotMayu Maeshima

TV anime “Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World-” 2nd season, second cour opening theme “Long shot” MV

Long shot Mayu Maeshima

How about some mixture rock that overwhelms you with its aggressive soundscape? It’s a track by Mayu Maeshima, who also performed as the vocalist of the music unit MYTH & ROID, released as a single in 2021.

It served as the opening theme for the anime Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World Season 2.

Her passionate vocals aren’t overpowered by the sheer force of the sound, making for a very emotional result.

It really gets your heart pumping! The lyrics—“I know what I have to do”—also hit home.

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Welcome to Chaos(K)NoW_NAME

TV anime Dorohedoro non-credit opening video (K)NoW_NAME “Welcome to Chaos”

Welcome to chaos (K)NoW_NAME

It’s a sinister, powerful hard rock track that matches the work’s dark worldview.

The song was used as the opening theme for the anime Dorohedoro and was created by (K)NoW_NAME, a creative unit known for producing music for numerous anime.

It was released as a single in 2020.

Starting with an ominous intro, the song unfolds with a decadent atmosphere that evokes the world of Dorohedoro in every moment.

It’s an anime song that becomes addictive after just one listen.

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The Zero Sense10-FEET

10-FEET – The Zero Sense (Ending Theme Song of the Film 'THE FIRST SLAM DUNK')

The 0th Sense 10-FEET

You also get to hear “Dai Zero Kan” a lot on music shows and in commercials.

It’s the ending theme for the film THE FIRST SLAM DUNK.

The band 10-FEET, who created it, have said they wrote the lyrics with care so they wouldn’t spoil the story, while still fitting perfectly when played in the film.

It really does achieve both, doesn’t it? Also, although the sound is intense, the lyrics carry a hint of loneliness, which I think is another reason it’s so popular.

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UNIONOxT

OxT「UNION」 Official Video

UNIONOxT

This is a track by OxT, the digital rock duo of Masayoshi Oishi and Tom-H@ck.

It was used as the opening theme and as an insert song for the anime SSSS.GRIDMAN.

SSSS.GRIDMAN is an anime based on Tsuburaya Productions’ 1990s tokusatsu drama Denkou Choujin Gridman.

With its exhilarating, refreshing melody and vocals, and Masayoshi Oishi’s pleasing singing voice, it’s a song that truly fits as an opening theme—one that makes you feel the beginning of the story.

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