[2026] A roundup of popular anime songs recommended for high school students
Even if you’re not someone who’s super into anime in the Reiwa era, it’s pretty normal to at least keep up with the buzzy shows, right?
For high school students, anime probably takes up a big spot among the topics you chat about with classmates.
And when it comes to talking about anime, there’s one thing you can’t leave out… that’s right, anime songs!
Whether you get into anime because you like the band or artist singing the opening or ending theme—or the other way around—anime and anison (anime songs) are inseparable.
Here, we’ve rounded up the latest masterpieces and hit tracks among anison that we recommend especially for current high school students.
Enjoy!
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A grand electro-rock tune that powerfully captures the passion of those who pursue knowledge and truth.
This ambitious work portrays seekers who continue to challenge the unknown, set against a world whose atmosphere shifts monstrously and dramatically.
Resonating with the courage to press on without giving up, even in darkness, and the strong will that sustains it, the piece was released in February 2025 as the opening theme for the anime “Chi.: On the Movements of the Earth.” As Sakanaction’s first anime tie-in, this track is perfect for moments when you want to savor the joy of deepening knowledge and the fulfillment of discovering the truth.
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A one-of-a-kind three-piece rock band, Ling tosite sigure, released the EP “Lost God of SASORI” in October 2025.
This track was newly written as the ending theme for the TV anime Gnosia and is included on that EP.
The lyrics, depicting wavering trust and suspicion—and an impulse toward death—within a looping flow of time, align perfectly with the work’s labyrinthine world.
Meanwhile, the tense sound, woven from odd meters and fierce key changes, creates a unique afterglow that feels like an ending yet hints at a beginning.
With whiplash-inducing guitar riffs and technically dazzling drums, it’s an edgy rock piece that’s utterly overwhelming.
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Released in October as CHiCO with HoneyWorks’ 19th single, this track serves as the opening theme for the TV anime “Kimi to Koete Koi ni Naru.” Its lyrics, which candidly express the desire to reach out and the fluttering feelings that defy words, leave a strong impression.
The lines depicting a love that overflows beyond logic bring back the moment you first fell for someone.
It’s a highly recommended song for anyone who wants to rekindle those sweet and bittersweet memories of youth.
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Producer TeddyLoid, known for electronic music and his work on anime and game soundtracks, has created this ambitious new track as the opening theme for the TV anime “Tōjima Tanzaburō Wants to Be Kamen Rider,” airing from October 2025.
Featuring Shigeru Matsuzaki and TOPHAMHAT-KYO, the song pairs a powerful four-on-the-floor beat—channeling the fervor of a hero-struck protagonist—with razor-sharp synth leads.
In the chorus, Matsuzaki’s soaring high notes explode, sonically amplifying the series’ central theme of transformation.
A must-listen for fans of hero stories!
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Singer-songwriter Uru, who has captivated many listeners with her mysterious presence.
Written as the opening theme for the TV anime “Eikyuu no Yuugure,” this piece features a light, pop-tinged ensemble that feels wonderfully comfortable.
The lyrics—conveying a message to someone dear that the essence of “love” never changes, no matter the form—are also compelling.
Set for digital release in October 2025, it’s an upbeat track whose refreshing melody gives you a gentle push forward.
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Written as the ending theme for the TV anime My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON, this song was released in October 2025.
BUMP OF CHICKEN, whose members are all fans of MHA, crafted a track that respects the world of the series while infusing it with their own interpretation.
Within its exhilarating, fast-paced sound, hope and urgency intersect, embedding themes that mirror the protagonists’ conflicts and choices.
It’s a song that gives courage to everyone who, despite their struggles, is trying to move forward.
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That legendary song, long celebrated as a classic of anime music, has been performed by ClariS in their new three-member formation.
It’s a self-cover of the track originally released in 2011 as the opening theme for the TV anime Puella Magi Madoka Magica.
The three-part harmonies preserve the original’s clarity while adding richer color and depth.
The lyrics, which sing of promises, hope, and resolve, perfectly match the timing of the unit’s fresh start.
I highly recommend it not only to those who were once moved by this song, but also to anyone who hasn’t heard it yet.