Listen More! A Collection of Hidden Gems in Anime Songs
In anime songs, there are insert tracks that only play in a single episode, and sometimes special ending themes too, right?
I imagine many people love those kinds of songs because they let you feel the world of the work more deeply.
So in this article, we’ll be introducing a generous selection of must-hear anime songs—undeniable masterpieces that you wouldn’t want to miss out on.
We’ll cover main themes as well, picking from a wide range of eras.
This playlist is a must-listen for anyone who only knows the theme songs from popular anime!
And for anime lovers, it might have you thinking, “Yes, this is it!”
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Listen More! A Collection of Hidden Anime Song Gems (41–50)
Rain that brings forth budsyanaginagi
This is the song used as the opening theme for the anime My Teen Romantic Comedy SNAFU Climax.
It’s performed by Nagi Yanagi, a singer who rose to popularity through her work as a vocalist.
It was released in 2020 as her 21st single.
The track’s blend of drive and clarity pairs beautifully with Yanagi’s unadorned vocals, leaving a lovely impression.
Still, the lyrics portray that helpless feeling of seeking a perfect ending even though such a thing doesn’t exist, which adds a touch of bittersweetness.
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Kokoro-eRoad of Major
It might make you reminisce about your own youth.
It’s one of the signature songs by the rock band Road of Major, released in 2004 as their major-label debut single.
It was used as the opening theme for the anime Major: 1st Season.
The passionate lyrics—about keeping your head up and moving forward even while crying or going through tough times—are really cool.
They match perfectly with the band’s energetic sound.
Give it a listen when you’re feeling down or struggling with something.
Tanjiro Kamado's SongGo Shiina featuring Nami Nakagawa
This is an insert song that played during a crucial scene in the anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba.
The composer is Go Shiina, and the vocals are by Nami Nakagawa, who is also active as a narrator and actress.
Carried by a grand musical style, the song conveys a heartrending yet powerful resolve: no matter how tragic the circumstances, we must keep living for what we need to protect.
It really pierces the heart.
It’s a masterpiece that makes you feel there’s no other music that could possibly fit that scene.
Please be sure to watch Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba.
Lovely youRAZZ MA TAZZ
RAZZ MA TAZZ’s “Suteki na Kimi” is a pop love number that seeks to bring out a girl’s charm.
Released as a single on September 21, 1995 by For Life Records, it was used as the opening theme for the NHK TV anime Azuki-chan.
Its pop lyrics celebrating the joy of falling in love and its catchy, memorable melody leave a strong impression.
For many listeners, it likely evokes a warm sense of nostalgia.
unnecessary thingsTatsuya Kitani × Natori
An emotionally moving song by Tatsuya Kitani and Natori, where powerful rock sounds intertwine with delicate vocals.
Its stirring lyrics and melody convey the resolve to let go of a loved one and the strong determination to move forward while enduring the pain.
Driven by a self-righteous sense of morality, this work is saturated with the resolve to press on even if it means releasing what must be protected, and it has been selected as the opening theme for the first cour of the TV anime Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Swordsman Romantic Story – Kyoto Uprising, airing from October 2024.
A piece that brilliantly captures the protagonist’s feelings as he remains steadfast in his beliefs despite being caught in a bind, it’s a song that powerfully pushes the backs of those who strive to follow the path they’ve chosen.
Black CatcherVickeblanka
It’s a rock track with a distinctive atmosphere, highlighted by its striking piano tones.
Created by singer-songwriter Vickeblanka from Aichi Prefecture, it was released digitally in 2020 and served as the opening theme for the anime Black Clover.
As you’d expect from a pianist, one of its charms is the blend of stylishness and coolness in its musicality.
It’s highly addictive—a cool, anime song that perfectly fits a fantasy battle series.
Please, MuscleHibiki Sakura (CV: Ai Fairouz) & Naruzo Machio (CV: Kaito Ishikawa) / Naruzo Machio (CV: Kaito Ishikawa)
I can’t get enough of the song’s consistently high energy.
It was used as the opening theme for the anime “How Heavy Are the Dumbbells You Lift?” and is sung by the voice actors who appear in it.
As the title suggests, it’s a funky piece themed around muscles.
The humor-filled music video released on YouTube also became a hot topic.
The call-and-response phrases are great, aren’t they? They make me want to shout along myself.
How about using it as your workout companion BGM?