[2026] Classic and Recommended Popular Anime Songs with Cool Guitar

InsightWHITE ASH

WHITE ASH – Insight (Short ver.) ［OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO］

“Insight” is a song by the Japanese rock band WHITE ASH, known for their highly distinctive lyrics, and serves as the opening theme for the Tatsunoko Production TV anime “GATCHAMAN CROWDS insight,” an ambitious work that revives Gatchaman for the modern era.

Both the track and the opening visuals are stylish and mesh extremely well with the series, which is a major part of their appeal.

Music of the Celestial Sphere (Sora)Ave Mujica

Ave Mujica – Celestial Música (Official Music Video)

A grand symphonic sound unfolds.

Ave Mujica’s song “Tenkyū (Sora) no Música” was featured as an insert song in the final episode of the TV anime “BanG Dream! Ave Mujica,” which aired in April 2025.

Its dynamic composition and beautiful vocal work are deeply moving, making you feel as if you’ve stepped into a myth.

The majestic lyrics, depicting eternity and the flow of time, are another highlight.

Be sure to experience this richly layered music with your own ears.

ZenBAND-MAID

BAND-MAID / Zen (Official Music Video) — Opening theme song for MAPPA’s anime “Zenshu.”

A powerful track that portrays the challenge of breaking new ground.

Composed by BAND-MAID and released in January 2025, it was selected as the opening theme for MAPPA’s original TV anime “Zenshu.” Its energetic, aggressive rock sound is incredibly satisfying to listen to.

The lyrics, themed around “change,” “challenge,” and “self-discovery,” are deeply connected to the anime’s story and evoke the characters’ growth.

It’s a must-listen for anyone looking to discover a new version of themselves!

Ride On Shooting Starthe pillows

Ride on shooting star／the pillows

“Ride On Shooting Star” is the ending theme song for the original video animation (OVA) “FLCL” and the 17th single by the rock band the pillows.

Although “FLCL” features a large number of insert songs, these were essentially all produced by the pillows as well, resulting in a very compelling group of tracks that add depth to FLCL’s unique world.

OVERNIGHTTHE ORAL CIGARETTES

THE ORAL CIGARETTES “OVERNIGHT” Music Video (TV anime “Togen Anki” opening theme)

This is a song by THE ORAL CIGARETTES whose dynamic rock sound stirs a heart that’s come to a standstill! Released in July 2025, it was also chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime “Togen Anki.” The track is packed to the brim with the protagonist’s inner turmoil and resolve.

You can almost hear vocalist Takuya Yamanaka shouting, “Don’t end your life with nothing but regrets!” When you want to change yourself but can’t quite take that final step, this song is sure to give you a push forward.

PaleduskHUGs

Paledusk / HUGs (Official Music Video)

A soul-stirring track from the metalcore band Paledusk.

Imbued with a fierce resolve to overcome life’s absurdities and despair and turn them into strength, this piece was created as the opening theme for the TV anime Gachiakuta and will begin streaming in July 2025.

Its sound—where ferocious shouts intertwine with beautiful clean passages—perfectly embodies the protagonist searching for light in a chaotic world.

If you’re up against a towering wall, this music might just give you the courage to push through.

In that casemakaroni enpitsu

Macaroni Empitsu "Saraba" Music Video

It’s a striking song where wistfulness and passion blend together.

Created by Macaroni Enpitsu, it was released in January 2025 and chosen as the opening theme for the second cour of the TV anime “Ao no Hako.” The youthful lyrics, vividly expressing powerful feelings about love, resonate deeply.

Its emotional guitar sound is another highlight, gripping your heart.

I think it’s a song that empathizes with those struggling in love and gives them the courage to move forward.