Upbeat Anime Songs Special [Get Hyped]
It’s no longer unusual to see anime songs dominate the top spots on the music charts.
As an anime fan, I want to shout, “This is exactly the kind of culture Japan can proudly share with the world!”
What you’re about to see is a collection of upbeat, popular anime songs.
Every single one is guaranteed to get you pumped the moment you listen!
We’ve gathered so many that you’re sure to find the perfect track that hits your current vibe.
It’s also great as a reference for picking songs when you go to karaoke!
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Upbeat Anime Songs Special [Gets You Pumped] (11–20)
Tokyo Shandy RendezvousMAISONdes
MAISONdes’s “Tokyo Shandy Rendezvous” features an electronic melody that makes your body naturally start moving just by listening.
Released in 2022 as a double A-side single together with “Aiue,” the track was chosen as the ending theme for the anime Urusei Yatsura.
The song features vocals by the virtual singer KAF and by Tsumiki, who is active as a Vocaloid producer and singer-songwriter.
One of its charms is the dazzling playfulness of the lyrics.
It’s perfect for getting pumped up as background music at events or for karaoke!
Love Supreme!fhána
With lively horn tones and handclaps that make both your heart and body start dancing, fhána’s “Ai no Supreme!” is a burst of joy.
Released in 2021, this track was used as the opening theme for the anime Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid S.
The lyrics feel like an outstretched hand saying, “Don’t keep worrying about the little things—just try singing along with us!” and they fill you with energy.
No matter how down you are, if you listen to this song and clap and dance along, it’ll surely blow your troubles away!
Bursty Greedy SpiderSuzuki Konomi
Known by the nickname “Konomi,” singer Konomi Suzuki won the Grand Prix at the 5th All-Japan Anisong Grand Prix.
Her 20th single, “Bursty Greedy Spider,” used as the opening theme for the TV anime So I’m a Spider, So What?, also drew attention as her comeback work following a hiatus due to surgery for vocal cord nodules.
Her powerful vocals, which stand strong against the aggressive rock ensemble, are enough to get your adrenaline pumping just by listening.
It’s a rock tune with a straightforward arrangement that fires up the heart—perfect for an anime opening.
mixed nutsOfisharu Higedan Dism
Official HIGE DANDism, a four-piece piano pop band that now boasts the stature and popularity of a true national act.
Their seventh digital-only single, “Mixed Nuts,” written as the opening theme for the TV anime SPY×FAMILY, features lyrics that brilliantly tie in with the anime’s story.
The brisk, jazzy arrangement showcases the band’s boundless musical sensibilities.
Despite its complex ensemble, the song’s catchy, pop-friendly melody lifts your spirits—an irresistible, sing-along upper tune.
single-minded; wholehearted; devoted; earnestKing Gnu
A rock tune bursting with a ferocious sense of speed, as if overwhelming feelings for the other person are exploding.
Daiki Tsuneta’s thrilling beats interlock with Satoru Iguchi’s piercing high notes, instantly bringing listeners’ hearts to a boil.
Written as the theme song for the anime film Jujutsu Kaisen 0 and included on the single released in December 2021, this track portrays a world of resolve and impulse in love, conveying a strength that charges straight ahead without looking aside.
If you want to confess your feelings to someone on Valentine’s Day but can’t quite take that final step, listening to this song will surely give you the immense energy to cut through your hesitation and dash forward!
Umapyoi LegendUmap
“Uma Pyoi Densetsu,” chosen as the ending theme for the anime of Umamusume: Pretty Derby, which has gained popularity through games and anime.
Sung by the Umamusume—characters that personify racehorses—the song opens with a melody reminiscent of a horse-racing fanfare, a development that captivates not only anime fans but also horse racing enthusiasts.
The high-energy melody stays maxed out from start to finish, and the more you listen, the more it elevates your excitement.
It’s a highly recommended track when you want to boost your spirits and get energized!
Upbeat Anime Songs Special [Hype Boost] (21–30)
FanfareSCANDAL
This track, included on SCANDAL’s album LUMINOUS released in March 2024, was chosen as the ending theme for the anime HIGHSPEED Étoile.
The lyrics were written by TOMOMI and the music composed by MAMI.
Its exhilarating, high-speed sound, which aligns with the near-future racing world of the series, lifts the listener’s spirits.
It also strongly resonates as an anthem cheering on everyone who keeps striving toward their goals.