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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!

[Legendary Tracks Assembled] A Collection of Cool Anime Songs Chosen by Anime Fans (161–170)

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yama 'slash' Lyric Video (TV anime 'Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury' Season 2 Opening)

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Slash is a track distinguished by its striking use of strings.

Written by yama as the opening theme for the anime Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury Season 2, the song conveys the inner feelings of various characters, using key changes to express shifts in perspective.

Its structure also accelerates toward the end, building a palpable sense of climax.

Be sure to listen for how the lyrics in the first and second verses form a paired relationship, too.

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NEVER SAY GOODBYE feat. Mummy-DAli

ALI – NEVER SAY GOODBYE feat. Mummy-D

NEVER SAY GOODBYE feat. Mummy-DAli

ALI has become an indispensable presence when talking about anisong.

After all, they have been awarded Best Opening and Best Ending for anime songs by Crunchyroll in the United States.

Their track created with Mummy-D, “NEVER SAY GOODBYE feat.

Mummy-D,” serves as the opening theme for season 4 of the anime Golden Kamuy, and it delivers a raw, gritty vibe.

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Ecstatic LabyrinthMasaaki Endo

Opening sequence of the TV anime “Sakugan”

Ecstatic Labyrinth Masaki Endoh

It’s a very anime-song-like anisong with a hardboiled vibe.

This track is by the popular singer Masaaki Endoh, known as the “Young Lion of the Anisong World,” and it was released as a single in 2021.

It was chosen as the opening theme for the anime SAKUGAN.

The sound, infused with elements of funk music, has a mature edge and is insanely cool! Endoh’s powerful vocals really hit home, too.

It’s a fiery number that gives you the courage to keep looking forward and moving ahead.

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Back to backAliA

Back to back

SENAKA AWASE AliA

This is an anime song with a heart-pounding, fast-paced rock sound! Performed by AliA and released in July 2024, it was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime “Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World Season 2.” The band’s hybrid musicality—featuring a lineup that includes violin and keyboards—really stands out.

Its dramatic sound pairs perfectly with powerful lyrics about moving forward toward the tomorrow you believe in.

If you’re about to take a new step, definitely give this track a listen.

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LOVE ROCKETSThe Birthday

The Birthday – LOVE ROCKETS [MV] (Opening theme song of the film “THE FIRST SLAM DUNK”)

LOVE ROCKETSThe Birthday

The film THE FIRST SLAM DUNK, which made waves by rebooting the legendary sports anime, made especially effective use of its theme song, LOVE ROCKETS.

The track was created by the rock band The Birthday, and its fierce, hard-hitting sound amplified the drama.

It was also striking how the song seemed to carry different messages depending on the scene in which it played.

If you haven’t seen it yet, be sure to check out the movie.

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All’s well that ends well.Kent on this side

All’s well that ends well / MV of Kento Kocchi

All’s well that ends well—this one’s ours.

A song selected as the opening theme for the anime “Vigilante: My Hero Academia Illegals,” released in April 2025.

The arrangement is by GRP, and the powerful vocals pair perfectly with the heavy, layered sound.

The lyrics convey an appealing message: “I’m going to pursue my goal in my own way.” This fiery track is perfect for those moments when you want to charge up your energy!

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Evil Angel and Righteous DemonThe Collectors

The Collectors / Evil Angel and Righteous Devil

The evil angel and the righteous demon: The Collectors

A power rock tune by THE COLLECTORS that makes you think deeply about what justice really is.

Released in December 2016, it was used as an ending theme for Dragon Ball Super.

From the passionate intro riff, the hard-hitting guitar rock pulls you in all at once.

The song’s standout feature is its philosophical theme: using angels and demons as metaphors to express that good and evil are two sides of the same coin.

When you want to reflect on the path you believe in, it’s sure to resonate with your heart.

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