[Collection of Epic Songs] A compilation of cool anime songs chosen by anime fans
“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!
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- [I Want to Get Fired Up!] A Special Feature on Anime Songs That Pump You Up
- [Latest & Greatest] A Special Feature on Anime Songs Recommended for Teens
- [Nostalgic & Latest] A Special Feature on Anime Songs Recommended for People in Their 20s
- Recommended anime songs for people in their 50s. Classic and popular anime theme songs.
- Get Fired Up! Anime Songs for Men – Classics and New Hits
- A Special Feature on Easy-to-Sing Anime Songs for Karaoke [100+ Songs]
- Popular anime songs you often hear on YouTube Shorts
[Epic Tracks Assembled] A Collection of Cool Anime Songs Chosen by Anime Fans (111–120)
STAND UP TO THE VICTORY ~To the Victory~Kawazoe Tomohisa
This is the opening theme for Mobile Suit Victory Gundam, the fourth installment in the hugely popular Mobile Suit Gundam series.
It was released in 1993 as the first single by musician Tomohisa Kawazoe from Miyazaki Prefecture.
Hearing it will surely bring back memories for those who watched it when it aired.
The brisk rhythm and sharp performance are wonderful—a stirring masterpiece.
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It’s a stirring message song that urges you to push forward, even if recklessly, and it really fires you up.
The track is by the elusive, enigmatic artist Hatena and was released in 2021.
It was chosen as the opening theme for the anime Dr.
STONE, based on the Jump manga.
A transparent, stylish rock number with an impressive repeating guitar riff, it embodies both coolness and passion.
Perfect for sparking the motivation to chase your goals.
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This song’s irresistibly catchy guitar riff will get stuck in your head.
It was used as the opening theme for the anime In/Spectre.
It’s a track from the five-piece rock band Uso to Chameleon’s 2020 album JUGEM.
The bouncy rhythm and vocalist Cham(.△)’s soaring voice are simply addictive.
The song packs a concentrated dose of catchiness that makes you want to sway your body and bang your head.
Be sure to enjoy it alongside In/Spectre.
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Mephisto has been drawing attention as the ending theme for the anime Oshi no Ko.
The track is by the rock band Queen Bee and is said to express the darker aspects of the work.
Its scream-like, intense vocals and deep, heavy sound are sure to shake listeners to the core.
Also, pay attention to the lyrics that link with the story and the elements that serve as a counterpart to the opening theme, Idol.
Listening while watching the ending sequence will likely help you understand the lyrics even more.
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The song that’s been spreading by word of mouth as a real tearjerker is “Kizuato.” It’s a track by Centimillimental, the solo project of next-generation artist Atsushi, and it was selected as the opening theme for the anime Given.
The anime portrays human loneliness and sorrow through the lens of romance, and the lyrics capture that delicately.
Even if you don’t know the anime, you’ll surely find it relatable.
Give it a listen and pay attention to the catchy chorus phrases.
misfitKusunoki Tomori
It’s an anime song that blends coolness and style.
It’s sung by Tomori Kusunoki, who’s also a popular voice actress, and is included on the EP of the same name released in 2020.
It serves as the ending theme for the anime “The Misfit of Demon King Academy: History’s Strongest Demon King Reincarnates and Goes to School with His Descendants,” in which she also appears.
It feels like it packs in every element—beauty, coolness, passion, and more.
The build-up right before the chorus is irresistible, so if you haven’t heard it yet, definitely give it a listen.
A faint layer of ice over a warm heartHayashibara Megumi
A mature musical style and vocals.
You can fully savor a distinctly feminine coolness.
This is “Usurai Shinju” sung by the popular voice actress Megumi Hayashibara, who has appeared in numerous famous works.
It was released in 2016 as her 41st single and was used as the opening theme for the anime Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju.
Some of you may have guessed from the song’s atmosphere, but it was produced by the singer-songwriter Ringo Sheena.