Moving and iconic anime songs, popular tracks

YUME WeatherShimatani Hitomi

Hitomi Shimatani / “YUME Biyori” [OFFICIAL MV FULL SIZE]

It’s the theme song from a Doraemon movie.

I was an elementary school student at the time and watched the film when it came out, and I remember bawling during the ending.

Shimatani’s gentle vocals and the wonderful lyrics really touched my heart and made me feel warm.

The lyrics are very straightforward, so I think it’s a song people of all ages, from children to the elderly, can enjoy.

I touched an angel!Hōkago Tī Taimu

Tried performing K-On!'s 'Touched by an Angel!' with the band [Gestalt Collapse] [Anime Song] [Ho-kago Tea Time]

It’s an insert song from K-On!!.

In the final episode, the upperclassmen, including Yui, dedicate it to their junior, Azusa, and it’s a very adorable graduation song that’s truly moving.

Each member has their own solo part, and it really resonates with the heart.

It’s one of those songs I want to listen to every graduation season.

And nowSeto Asami

Chihayafuru: And Now FULL

It’s the ending theme of Chihayafuru.

I can’t help but hear the two people in the lyrics as overlapping with Chihaya and Arata.

The lyrics feel like friends from our youth taking flight on their own different paths, and it really gives a strong sense of youth.

It’s a gentle, soulful song that I think sinks into the heart.

Come meet me through the secret doorTamura Yukari

No-Rin OP: Coming to Meet You Through the Secret Door / Yukari Tamura

The opening theme of No-Rin.

It’s a cute, poppy song by Yukari Tamura, evoking the image of a girl in love.

I like the upbeat feel of the chorus.

Once you hear it, it sticks in your head and boosts your mood.

The lyrics for this song are also by Aki Hata.

Sailor Star SongHanazawa Kae

Sailor Star Song

This is the opening theme of Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon.

Unlike the previous songs, it’s a bright, upbeat track.

Since the manga’s author was involved in the lyrics, it evokes the anime.

It’s a cheerful and positive song, so it’s one I want to listen to when I’m feeling down.

It’s my personal cheer-up song.

paradise lostChihara Minori

[Official Video] Minori Chihara – Paradise Lost – 茅原実里

The opening theme of Ga-Rei: Zero.

It’s sung by the voice actors.

The song is uptempo, cool, and powerful.

The lyrics are by Aki Hata, who has written many songs, so they’re especially moving.

After watching the anime, I sometimes listen to this track and it gives me goosebumps.

Even if you break tomorrowWANDS

Even if you break tomorrow Yu-Gi-Oh WANDS

Used as an ending theme for Yu-Gi-Oh!, this song is among the most popular in the series.

With its poignant lyrics and powerful vocals, it’s a highly polished track that resonates with listeners.

Even those unfamiliar with Yu-Gi-Oh! can be gently moved by it, so why not listen to it once while reading the lyrics?