Summary of Dragon Ball theme songs and insert songs [Anime Songs]

The Ultimate Holy WarKushida Akira

Ultimate Holy War (Battle)

This is a soul-stirring track that makes you want to shout, “Now this is the ultimate battle BGM!” The powerful vocals of Akira Kushida, a legend in the anisong world, draw listeners into a fierce battle whose outcome not even the gods know.

The protagonist’s resolve to break through the wall called their own limits and aim even higher fuses perfectly with the weighty sound, setting your heart ablaze.

Released in 2018, this piece was used as an insert song for the Universe Survival Saga in the TV anime Dragon Ball Super.

It’s the perfect song to listen to when you’re facing a showdown you absolutely cannot lose!

We Were AngelsKageyama Hironobu

We Were Angels

Hironobu Kageyama, who performed the opening theme for Dragon Ball Z, finally took on the ending theme from episode 200 onward with “Bokutachi wa Tenshi Datta.” It has such a refreshing vibe that you feel invigorated after listening.

Just a Freezing Elegy ~ The Theme of FREEZERDēmon Kakka

Just a Freezing Elegy (Elegy) - The Theme of Frieza - MAD

A track where a massive orchestra and a steel-like high-tone voice fuse magnificently.

Originally included on the 2009 album “Dragon Ball Kai SONG COLLECTION,” it was used as an insert song during Frieza’s introduction scene in the anime Dragon Ball Kai.

Throughout the piece, it evokes the absolute terror brought by the Emperor of the Universe, as well as the unfathomable loneliness of one who stands at the top.

The lyrics paint a breathtaking world where all love and life are frozen, and only a cold elegy resounds.

Its solemn yet dark resonance perfectly captures the character’s ruthless, tyrannical charisma.

FMakishimamu Za Horumon

[Resurrection 'F'] Frieza tried hitting the 'F'

This is an insert song from the film Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection “F.” It was originally an unofficial track created with the character Frieza in mind, but later Akira Toriyama, the original creator, recognized it and even drew inspiration from the song for the movie—an interesting backstory.

It’s an incredibly energetic, extremely powerful piece of music.

LAGRIMAONEPIXCEL

ONEPIXCEL / LAGRIMA (TV Anime “Dragon Ball Super” January 2018 Cour Ending Theme) (FULL VER.)

A masterpiece whose wistful melody, carried by a cool electro sound, lingers in the heart.

Released in March 2018 as the major-label debut single of the vocal and dance unit ONEPIXCEL, it was used as the ending theme for the anime Dragon Ball Super.

As the Spanish title meaning “tears” suggests, the song conveys a strong will to turn sorrow into strength and step forward into the future.

Many listeners were likely moved by the resolve to face forward even while knowing the pain of loss.

pale pinkLACCO TOWER

LACCO TOWER “Usukurenai” MV

LACCO TOWER’s “Usumomoiro” (“Pale Pink”) is a rock number where springtime scenery and bittersweet emotions blend with delicate nuance.

It served as an ending theme for Dragon Ball Super.

Keisuke Matsukawa’s emotive vocals ride a melody that is gentle yet powerful, resonating deeply.

The grand sound evokes nostalgia for changing seasons and days gone by.

It’s an anime song that will put you in an emotional mood.

A 70-centimeter square windowsillROTTENGRAFFTY

ROTTENGRAFFTY – “70cm Square Windowside” Music Video

An emotional track whose intensity explodes right from the intro.

This song, by the Kyoto rock band ROTTENGRAFFTY, serves as the ending theme for the anime Dragon Ball Super.

It portrays loneliness and unresolved inner conflict.

The theme centers on the helpless feeling you get while gazing out a small window, perfectly linking heated sound with sentimental emotion.

Listen to it on a contemplative night, and it will surely sink deep into your heart.