Cute Anime Song Special: From the 1970s to Today!

Gutsy FrogSusumu Ishikawa

Dokonjo Gaeru OP full

This is the theme song of the anime “The Gutsy Frog,” which depicts the everyday life of Hiroshi, a somewhat airheaded but strong middle schooler, and Pyonkichi, a frog that got stuck to his shirt.

The lyrics of this song let you imagine Pyonkichi—no ordinary frog—living expressively inside the shirt.

It sounds really tough, but when you picture him getting angry or thrashing about inside the shirt, it somehow comes across as cute.

The frog croaks in the song are adorable too, so give it a listen.

Innovative☆Metamur-fo~ze!Aimi Tanaka

TV anime 'Himouto! Umaru-chan' Non-credit OP video: 'Kakushin-teki☆Metamaruphōze! (Kakushin-teki☆Metamorphose!)'

Himouto! Umaru-chan is a gag manga that portrays the daily life of the protagonist, Umaru—who, like Dekisugi-kun, can handle anything effortlessly but is extremely lazy at home—and her older brother, Taihei.

The series features numerous parodies of subcultures, which drew attention and led to an anime adaptation in 2015.

The anime was a major hit, partly thanks to its casting of idol voice actors.

Kakushin-teki☆Metamaruphōze! is the theme song, delivering a lively and cute vibe.

Pretty Cake MagicKaede+Cheek Fairy

Mirmo de Pon! OP [full] Pretty Cake Magic – Kaede Minami, Mai Nakahara with lyrics subtitles

An anime that mixes romantic comedy and fantasy, Mirmo de Pon! The original work by Hiromu Shinozuka was hugely popular in Ciao.

It’s aimed at girls, but unlike typical series, although it features fairies, those fairies are notably contrarian.

That quirky twist might be one of the reasons it became a hit.

Among the songs from Mirmo de Pon! that I especially recommend is Pretty Cake Magic.

From the very first spoken lines, it’s irresistibly cute.

Genius BakabonIdol Four

“Genius Bakabon” anime theme song OP track high quality audio

It’s the theme song from the gag anime “Tensai Bakabon.” No matter what happens, it tells you, “That’s just fine,” with laid-back lyrics and call-and-response lines, plus cute little comedic sound effects sprinkled throughout the track.

For those who watched the anime, it’s surely a nostalgic tune.

It’s bright and makes you chuckle without thinking, but many people say that when they listen to it during tough times, it oddly resonates and brings them to tears.

It feels good to have every version of yourself and your actions affirmed, doesn’t it?

It moves, it movesInori Minase, Yurika Kubo

Girls' Last Tour OP 'Ugoku, Ugoku' / Chito (CV: Inori Minase), Yuuri (CV: Yurika Kubo)

This is the opening theme of Girls’ Last Tour, a work that depicts two girls traveling through a world where civilization has collapsed.

The near-futuristic tones of the music evoke the advanced civilization the protagonists encounter on their journey.

Despite being a story about traveling through a ruined world, it isn’t pessimistic; the laid-back, cute vocals of the two lead actresses convey a sense that they’re enjoying themselves in a forward-looking way.

The lyrics also communicate their easygoing, positive approach to the world’s mysteries.

Another striking element is the use of mondegreens in the lyrics, which seems to emphasize a lightness of language and a charming atmosphere.

I'll give you romanceUshio Hashimoto

Dragon Ball Ending: Romantic Ageru yo Full Romantic Ageru 4K

The Dragon Ball classic “Romantic Ageru Yo.” Nowadays, Dragon Ball is considered the quintessential battle manga.

However, the pre-Z series—often called the original or “unmarked” Dragon Ball—while it did have battle elements, was more of an adventure story.

This song fits that adventure theme, carrying a message like, “If you’re a man, have courage and go on an adventure, okay?” You can take it as an adventure song, but it can also be seen as a cute classic about mutual affection, where the girl is waiting for the boy to confess his feelings.

My First KissReassured Dad

My First Kiss Chu – Anshin Papa

A classic known as the epitome of cute anime songs, “Hajimete no Chuu.” Even if you don’t know Kiteretsu Daihyakka, many of you have probably heard this song, right? By the way, did you know that “Hajimete no Chuu” was actually sung by a man? The pitch is shifted to process the voice, and it ends up sounding irresistibly cute.

Modern karaoke machines offer effects like that, so why not try singing it when you want to liven things up with a cute song?