Special Feature: Iconic Songs from Anime | Packed with Great Tracks!
Voice acting and animation are the charms of anime, but the music that supports them also makes anime even more captivating.
Everyone has some emotional attachment to an anime’s opening theme or insert song.
This time, we’ve picked out some true gems—songs that make you think, “What a great track!” among the many featured in anime.
Many of these pieces are moving, so if you want to savor the music more deeply, be sure to check out the anime as well.
Please take your time and enjoy!
Playlist
| Special Feature: Iconic Songs from Anime | Packed with Great Tracks! | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | You are not aloneDEEN |  play_arrow | A DEEN classic that resonates with the heart, a song of courage and hope |
| 2east | Yorozuya BluesHaizu Odeo |  play_arrow | A moving, blues-style melody used as an insert song in Gintama |
| 3east | Genius BakabonAidoru Fō |  play_arrow | 70s anime opening: distinctive lyrics and music |
| 4east | Until the World Ends…WANDS |  | WANDS’s famous song from Slam Dunk |
| 5east | Baka SurvivorUrufuruzu |  play_arrow | A cheering song that gives you courage and stirs your heart. |
| 6east | Good morningKeno |  play_arrow | Kenomori’s morning song, for a positive feeling |
| 7east | My First Kissanshin papa |  play_arrow | The moving ending theme song of “Kiteretsu Encyclopedia” |
| 8east | Butter-FlyWada Kōji |  play_arrow | Digimon Adventure has the virtual world as its main theme. |
| 9east | Full of dreamsSeki Yumiko |  play_arrow | A classic 90s anime song, summer memories |
| 10east | Smile BombMawatari Matsuko |  play_arrow | Iconic anime songs, unforgettable themes that touch the heart |
| 11east | The Fateful Day ~Soul vs. Soul~Kageyama Hironobu |  play_arrow | An inspiring masterpiece from Dragon Ball Z |
| 12east | In the Morning of DeterminationAqua Timez |  play_arrow | Major hits by Aqua Timez known for their heart-touching lyrics |
| 13east | Thank you!!HOME MADE kazoku |  play_arrow | BLEACH ending theme song, bright and grateful lyrics |
| 14east | One more time,One more chanceYamazaki Masayoshi |  play_arrow | Masayoshi Yamazaki’s classic song expresses a heartrending love. |
| 15east | Northern lightsHayashibara Megumi |  play_arrow | The moving theme song of Shaman King |
| 16east | Zankyo SankaAimer |  play_arrow | Demon Slayer opening theme, smash hit song |
| 17east | Willive |  play_arrow | Pokemon opening theme, a moving song sung by IVE |
| 18east | Your AdventureOkazaki Taiiku |  play_arrow | Okazaki Taiiku’s Pokémon anime theme song |
| 19east | SpiceSaucy Dog |  play_arrow | A theme song that portrays a child's heart and an adult's growth |
| 20east | Revolutionary JourneyAiNA THE END |  play_arrow | Opening theme song of an occult × youth anime |
| 21east | OtonokeCreepy Nuts |  play_arrow | An anime theme song—an iconic track brimming with an occult vibe |
| 22east | TAIDADAzutto mayonaka de ii no ni. |  play_arrow | One-of-a-kind music, a warm feeling of happiness |
| 23east | The song ChiquititaChikichiita (Oozora Naomi) |  play_arrow | Explosive fun with a cappella vocals! Heartwarming anime |
| 24east | For this planetSakushi: Kuroda Hideki / Sakkyoku: Kondou Tatsurou / Ensou: Kazami |  play_arrow | A pseudo commercial jingle with a nostalgic melody |
| 25east | Bling-Bang-Bang-BornCreepy Nuts |  play_arrow | Trending on social media: popular anime opening songs |
| 26south_east | Bling-Bang-Bang-BornCreepy Nuts | play_arrow | Trending on social media: popular anime opening songs |
| 27east | See youDREAMS COME TRUE |  play_arrow | A classic that sings of farewells and the hope of reunion |
| 28east | lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | The power to move forward with the rock of youth |
| 29south_east | lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE | play_arrow | The power to move forward with the rock of youth |
| 30east | Mysterious EyesGARNET CROW |  play_arrow | Detective Conan OP, a masterpiece that resonates with the heart |
| 31east | Spring Songikimonogakari |  play_arrow | A classic that sings of the bittersweetness and hope of spring, an anthem of encouragement and courage |
| 32east | Oh! RivalPorunogurafiti |  play_arrow | An anthem of rivals with passionate Latin rhythms |
| 33east | Love is thrill, shock, and suspenseAiuChi Rina |  play_arrow | Masterpieces of Detective Conan theme songs |
| 34east | HALONOMELON NOLEMON |  play_arrow | The hopeful insert song of the anime “GQuuuuuuX” |
| 35east | lampSakiyama Soshi |  play_arrow | Soshi Sakiyama’s Jujutsu Kaisen ending theme, a deeply moving masterpiece |
| 36east | RewriteASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION |  play_arrow | A rock song that encourages self-transformation |
| 37east | Plan ADISH// |  play_arrow | A Japanese-style rock song as an anime tie-in |
| 38east | Winding RoadMAN WITH A MISSION |  play_arrow | A passionate message forging ahead powerfully through the twists and turns |
| 39east | IllusionMY FIRST STORY × HYDE |  play_arrow | A collaboration song by MY FIRST STORY and HYDE |
| 40east | Fight! Polymersasaki isao |  play_arrow | Powerful songs from 70s hero anime |
| 41east | absolute zeronatori |  play_arrow | Fiery youth, the will to face hardship |
| 42east | unnecessary thingsKitanitatsuya ✕ Natori |  play_arrow | Expressing the suffering of parting and firm resolve through rock vocals |
| 43east | Stars swimmakaroni enpitsu |  play_arrow | The theme song of the anime “Summer Time Rendering” |
| 44east | aporiaYorushika |  play_arrow | Curiosity and thirst for knowledge likened to a balloon journey |
| 45east | Rondo – revolutionOkui Masami |  play_arrow | Masami Okui’s Song of Self-Transformation |
| 46east | GarnetOku Hanako |  play_arrow | A heartfelt song that paints memories of youth |
| 47east | Brave RaideenShimon Masato |  play_arrow | Guardian of the great sky, the song of a hero of justice |
| 48east | Beautiful WorldUtada Hikaru |  play_arrow | The moving theme song of the Evangelion Rebuild films |
| 49east | Dan Dan Kokoro HikaretekuFIELD OF VIEW |  play_arrow | A refreshing song filled with young love and courage |