[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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[2026] Recommended Popular Anime Songs for High School Students (141–150)
ReawakeRLiSA
A collaboration between LiSA and Stray Kids’ Felix.
It brilliantly captures the world of the anime “Solo Leveling.” The track fuses powerful rock with electronic elements, gripping listeners and never letting go.
Selected as the opening theme for the anime airing from January 2025, with a CD single release in March.
Recommended not only for anime fans but also for anyone who loves energetic music.
It’s sure to be a song you’ll want to play again and again.
ReawakeR(feat.Felix of Stray Kids)LiSA
LiSA’s new song is packed with a powerful melody and a fiery message.
Selected as the opening theme for the anime “Solo Leveling Season 2 -Arise from the Shadow-,” the track was born from a collaboration with Stray Kids’ Felix.
The lyrics explore themes like rebirth and challenging destiny, perfectly matching the anime’s world.
It will be available for streaming starting January 5, 2025, with the CD single releasing on March 5.
It’s a must-listen not only for anime fans but also for anyone who loves energetic tracks!
If it’s not a dream, then what is it?Little Glee Monster
It’s a message song that gives you the power to live for tomorrow.
Released in May 2025 by Little Glee Monster, it was selected as the ending theme for the TV anime “Rock Is a Lady’s Accomplishment.” The sincere vocals that feel as if they speak directly to the listener’s heart and the lyrics that portray honest emotions leave a strong impression.
The lyrics carry a universal theme that gently supports the worries and doubts everyone faces.
When you want to reexamine your true self, this song is sure to have your back.
A heart on the verge of transformingSou
Sou’s straightforward vocals vividly portray the complexities of young love.
Released in January 2025 as the opening theme for the second cour of the TV anime “I’ve Been Assigned to the Yokai School as a Teacher!”, the track blends pop sensibilities with emotional depth, born from a collaboration with Vocaloid producer Chinozo.
Listeners will relate to the lyrics’ mix of uncertainty and anticipation in romance.
It harmonizes beautifully with the anime’s world, so enjoy them together!
Run, SAKAMOTOVaundy
This is the opening theme for the 2025 anime SAKAMOTO DAYS by Vaundy, a track that captivates with its high-energy sound and powerful vocals.
Recorded in London, the song brilliantly reflects the anime’s world.
The sharp guitar tones and heavy basslines create a sense of exhilarating speed, and together with lyrics that resonate with the story, it leaves an even stronger impression.
With strong themes of friendship and family, it’s the perfect song for a drive or whenever you want to get pumped up.
EGOISTimase
Packed with imase’s charms, “EGOIST” is set for release in January 2025 and has been selected as the ending theme for cour 2 of the TV anime Trillion Game.
“Let’s do what we believe is right, let’s move forward with ambition…” The lyrics convey a striking sense of willpower.
Paired with a glamorous, funk-based sound, it captures listeners’ hearts.
When you want to charge toward the future, this song will give you strength.
Unable to become an adultkujira
This song is striking for its vocals that gently weave a delicate, fleeting sense of longing, paired with a melody that softly wraps around the listener.
It warmly depicts a young person facing forward despite anxieties and confusion about growing up, and the loneliness and ordinariness they carry.
With Kujira’s signature subtle expressiveness, it tenderly renders true-to-life emotions.
The track was written as the theme song for the film “Senpai wa Otokonoko: Ame nochi Hare,” set for release in February 2025.
Kujira also handled both the opening and ending themes for the TV anime series “Senpai wa Otokonoko,” further enriching the world of the work.
It’s a song that gently speaks to those feeling uncertainty or doubt, offering solace while affirming the importance of living true to oneself.