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Pickups of theme songs and insert songs from the Mobile Suit Gundam series throughout the years!

Since its broadcast began in 1979, the music that colors the stories of the Gundam series—set against the backdrop of space—has captivated the hearts of countless anime fans.

In this article, we spotlight the opening and insert songs from the Gundam franchise that have made their mark on anison history.

We present a selection of masterpieces that brilliantly capture each work’s worldview.

Why not immerse yourself in these grand narratives, accompanied by sounds so vivid they conjure the battles right before your eyes?

Mobile Suit Gundam series: A selection of theme and insert songs through the ages (11–20)

Love LetterGACKT

This song, based on acoustic guitar and strings, is GACKT’s heartfelt expression of gratitude to his fans.

Produced in February 2005 as the title track of the album “Love Letter” and later released as a single in March 2006, it was chosen as the ending theme for the animated film Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam III: A New Translation – Love is the Pulse of the Stars.

The gentle vocals and delicate composition blend together, while the lyrics tenderly weave feelings of love for someone precious, leaving a deep impression.

It’s the perfect song for moments when you want to reflect on your feelings for those close to you—not only lovers, but also family and friends.

My WorldSPYAIR

A powerful rock number that portrays the importance of living positively, even while grappling with doubt and self-questioning! It starts from a relatable scene of leaning against a wall and reexamining one’s life, and sings of the courage to keep walking, even without an answer as to whether the chosen path is right.

Released by SPYAIR in March 2012 as their sixth single, it was used as the ending theme for Part 2 of the TV anime Mobile Suit Gundam AGE.

The lyrics, which convey the meaning of not dwelling on a single failure and loving your own world, will resonate as a perfect anthem for those standing at a crossroads in life or seeking the courage to dive into a new environment.

BEYOND THE TIME (Beyond the Möbius Universe)TM NETWORK

TM NETWORK / BEYOND THE TIME(TM NETWORK CONCERT -Incubation Period-)
BEYOND THE TIME (Beyond the Möbius Universe)TM NETWORK

A signature anime song by TM NETWORK that brilliantly captures Amuro and Char’s “light and shadow” through a grand, synth-driven sound and a futuristic worldview! Released in March 1988 as the theme song for the film Mobile Suit Gundam: Char’s Counterattack, it became a hit, peaking at No.

4 on the Oricon charts.

Born from an hour-long conversation with director Yoshiyuki Tomino, the track carries a profound message that fuses cosmic expansiveness with human emotion.

From its spacey intro to its catchy chorus, it’s a song that transports listeners to the far reaches of the universe.

AURORAAoi Eiru

Eir Aoi “AURORA” Music Video (TV Anime “Mobile Suit Gundam AGE” Opening Theme)
AURORAAoi Eiru

This is one of Eir Aoi’s signature songs, singing of hope for the future like a wandering light in space.

While depicting planets falling through gaps in torn clouds and the dawn breaking after nights drowned in tears, it portrays a strong will to face hardship.

The grand sound—combining powerful vocals with an emotionally rich melody—fits perfectly with the world of Gundam.

Released in September 2012, the song was used as the opening theme for Part 4 of Mobile Suit Gundam AGE and reached No.

22 on the Oricon weekly chart.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to when you need to fire yourself up for challenges and adventures, or when you’re ready to take a step toward a big dream.

CHANGEUVERworld

A grand rock number by UVERworld themed around change and evolution! Created as the image song for the 2010 theatrical release Mobile Suit Gundam 00: A Wakening of the Trailblazer, it was released to the world as the B-side to the single “GOLD.” Powerfully singing of personal growth and hope for the future, the track is marked by its emotional sound and exhilarating, fast-paced rhythm.

The lyrics, infused with TAKUYA∞’s wish for listeners to move forward without fearing change in themselves, are sure to gently encourage those standing at a turning point in life or embarking on a new challenge.

PRIDEHIGH and MIGHTY COLOR

This is the major debut single released in January 2005 by a six-member rock band from Okinawa, chosen as the second opening theme for Mobile Suit Gundam SEED DESTINY.

Featuring powerful dual male-female vocals and heavy guitar work, it’s a grand rock number that sings of resolve and pride on the battlefield.

It debuted at No.

2 on the Oricon charts and became one of their signature songs, earning them the New Artist Award at the 47th Japan Record Awards.

Its exhilarating sound, perfectly matched to the anime’s world, resonates as an uplifting anthem for moments when you need courage to face adversity or the strength to stand by your convictions.

Picking Up the Historic Opening and Insert Songs from the Mobile Suit Gundam Series (21–30)

RIVERIshii Tatsuya

Tatsuya Ishii “RIVER” [TATSUYA ISHII CONCERT TOUR 2003 “ISHYST”]
RIVERIshii Tatsuya

A solo work by Tatsuya Ishii, released in 2003 as the ending theme for the third cour of Mobile Suit Gundam SEED.

Its lyrics, which sing of the resolve to face hardship, align perfectly with the struggles of characters buffeted by war, leaving a profound afterglow within the world of the series.

This dramatic ballad fuses the expressive power he honed through his activities with Kome Kome Club and a unique aesthetic sensibility informed by his art background.

In the later HD Remaster version, the song was replaced due to rights issues, prompting regret from some fans.

It’s a recommended track for those confronting difficult moments in life or wishing to linger in the afterglow of a grand narrative.