[2026] A roundup of popular anime songs recommended for high school students

B’s revengeNEW!B Komachi Rubī (CV: Ikoma Yurie) Arima Kana (CV: Han Megumi) MEM-cho (CV: Ōkubo Rumi)

B’s revenge

An energetic track that goes beyond the bounds of classic idol pop! Performed by the unit B Komachi from the anime “Oshi no Ko,” this song was released digitally in advance in January 2026 and included on the character song CD released in March.

It serves as an insert song for Season 3 of the anime.

Masayoshi Oishi, who has worked on their signature songs to date, handled both the lyrics and composition.

Its powerful message, centered on themes of retrying and self-renewal, is truly moving.

It’s the perfect number for moments when you want to take on a challenge or need a push forward!

OneNEW!Snow Man

Snow Man「One」Music Video

The song “One,” included on Snow Man’s 4th album RAYS and used as the ending theme for the TV anime Blue Lock VS.

U-20 JAPAN, was the group’s first track to be released worldwide for streaming and download under the group name.

Right after it became available in October 2024, it topped various digital charts.

It’s a medium-tempo ballad that embodies fighting spirit and the pursuit of dreams, leaving a striking impression with its sense of stillness and lingering resonance.

Because the members take turns singing one by one, it’s an emotional number that’s perfect when you want to deliver a passionate message with care.

OurNEW!EVE

Bokurano – Eve Music Video

A number by singer-songwriter Eve, who has provided songs for many popular anime works! This track was chosen as the opening theme for Season 6 of the TV anime My Hero Academia.

It was released in January 2023, and in March of the same year it was issued as the title track of a CD release.

The exhilarating, fast-paced guitar sound pairs perfectly with Eve’s characteristically clear, crystalline vocals! It carries a warm message that highlights the importance of bonds and solidarity with friends, and listening to it gives you strength.

It’s the perfect song for those facing a tough challenge or wanting to move forward together while encouraging one another!

Who am I?NEW!TK from RIN TO SHITE SIGURE

TK from Ling tosite sigure 'Daregawe' Music Video (TV anime 'My Hero Academia' Season 7 opening theme song)

The sharp, tense sound and piercing high-tone vocals really hit you in the chest.

Centered on the question of whether it’s for oneself or for someone else, it portrays the conflicts held by both hero and enemy, as well as the cruelty of battle, through a multilayered structure.

It’s a work from TK, the vocalist and guitarist of the rock band Ling tosite sigure, as part of his solo project.

Released as a single in June 2024, it was chosen as the opening theme for the first cour of Season 7 of the anime My Hero Academia.

It was later included on the album Whose Blue.

This rock tune is perfect for those who want to face forward even when pushed to their limits, or who are seeking music that resonates with deep emotions.

to clear up (weather)Yorushika

Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End Non-Credit Opening (Cour 2) / Opening Theme: Yorushika — Haru

This is a perfect song for the opening theme of a TV anime set in a fantasy world.

Yorushika’s clear, transparent vocals and the lyrics that resonate deeply are especially striking.

Released in January 2024, it was chosen as the opening theme for the second cour of the TV anime Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End.

With Yorushika’s signature poetic lyrics and refreshing melody, it’s sure to speak to high school students.

The lyrics convey the importance of holding on to hope even in tough times, and will surely encourage high schoolers facing various challenges like entrance exams or club activities.

It’s also a great song to hum along to with friends and to encourage one another.

AIZONEW!King Gnu

King Gnu – AIZO

King Gnu is a rock band that blends an alternative sensibility with outstanding pop instincts, continually staying at the forefront of the music scene.

Chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3: Culling Game Part 1 and released in January 2026, this track explores themes of conflicting emotions—love and hate—as well as urban restlessness.

With an ensemble that expresses primal impulse through an acoustically engineered approach—almost like human-powered drum’n’bass—it delivers a powerful impact.

The anime’s tension aligns with the band’s aggressive edge, creating an irresistibly immersive appeal.

Its whirlwind structure makes it a definitive rock tune, highly recommended for blowing away everyday stress.

UtopiaNEW!TRUE

Utopia (Movie size)

This piece was created as a blue love song that resonates with a world set on an azure sea.

Sung by TRUE, it’s a dramatic pop song brimming with aching sadness and crystalline clarity.

Chosen as the theme song for the anime film That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime the Movie: Azure Sea of Tears, released in February 2026, it was also issued that month as the first track on the single “Azure Sea’s Shimmer.” This marks her sixth collaboration with the series, and the long-nurtured trust between them breathes beautifully within its cinematic melody.

The result evokes a yearning that feels almost within reach yet remains distant, and a prayer for a world she wants to protect.

It’s the perfect number for those who want to experience deep emotion on a big theater screen, or to surrender themselves to a quiet passion.