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

Bling-Bang-Bang-BornCreepy Nuts

TV anime MASHLE: Magic and Muscles Season 2 Non-Credit Opening Movie | Creepy Nuts “Bling-Bang-Bang-Born” #BBBB Dance

With their powerful beats and fierce flow that draw listeners in, Creepy Nuts’ tracks are a perfect fit for high school students.

The self-affirming lyrics and addictive sound are sure to resonate with young people living in the here and now.

Released in January 2024, this song was chosen as the opening theme for Season 2 of the popular anime “Mashle: MAGIC AND MUSCLES.” It has also gained overwhelming support on TikTok and sparked major buzz both in Japan and abroad, including reaching No.

8 on the Billboard Global 200 weekly chart.

For high schoolers working hard on entrance exams and club activities, this song will be a powerful ally that gives you the courage to believe in yourself.

IllusionMY FIRST STORY × HYDE

MY FIRST STORY × HYDE – “MUGEN” (from Anime “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba”) Official Music Video

This is a collaborative song by the rock band MY FIRST STORY and HYDE, the vocalist of L’Arc〜en〜Ciel.

It was released in May 2024 and chosen as the opening theme for the hugely popular anime Demon Slayer: Hashira Training Arc.

Featuring powerful vocals and an energetic sound, the track delivers an epic feel that perfectly matches the anime’s world.

Hiro from MY FIRST STORY commented, “I’m honored to be able to contribute to the work alongside a great senior.” The lyrics, which depict the struggles and passion of the Demon Slayer Corps, are sure to resonate with students preparing for exams.

It’s a must-listen for high school students as well.

Picaresque heroano

ano “Picaresque Hero” Music Video

Singer-songwriter ano, who draws attention on variety shows with a unique personality and showcases multifaceted talents in band activities and acting, has released this digital single in January 2026.

The track was written as the opening theme for the anime TRIGUN STARGAZE, and it also made waves for being composed by DAIDAI of Paledusk.

Its lyrics portray a journey forward while bearing contradictions and impulses that aren’t just about justice—words that will likely resonate deeply with people whose emotions defy easy categorization.

Blending a propulsive, high-speed rock sound with ano’s distinctive vocals, it’s an energetic number that powerfully pushes listeners onward.

Kill the NoiseSPYAIR

SPYAIR “Kill the Noise” Music Video (TV anime “Yuusha-kei ni Shosu” theme song)

Kill the Noise is a track that sets your heart ablaze with its exhilarating beats and powerful rock sound.

It was chosen as the theme song for the anime “Yuusha-kei ni Shosu: Chobatsu Yuusha 9004-tai Keimu Kiroku” (Punishing Brave: Disciplinary Warrior Unit 9004 Prison Records).

Brimming with fighting spirit and energy, the song voices a strong resolve: even while confronting heavy themes like sin and punishment, cut through your inner doubts and the noise around you, and move forward.

When you feel swayed by others’ opinions or want confidence in your own decisions, listen to this song to blow away the haze in your heart and take a bold new step.

The Story of Usmilet

milet 'The Story of Us' MUSIC VIDEO (TV anime 'Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End' Season 2 Ending Theme)

Written specifically as the ending theme for the second season of the TV anime “Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End,” this song is a moving number that resonates with the series’ grand world-building.

Arranged by Evan Call, who also handles the score, its cinematic blend of piano and strings highlights milet’s warm, embracing vocals.

The lyrics, themed around a long journey and memories, evoke a quiet sense of hope.

It’s recommended not only for fans of the anime but also for anyone looking to spend a calm, unhurried moment.

PERSONALjoōbachi

『PERSONAL』Official MV

“PERSONAL,” written as the ending theme for the second season of the TV anime Hell’s Paradise, is striking for being crafted with the image of a “lullaby” that envelops characters who confront a harsh fate.

Its melody and vocals, which evoke calm even amid intensity, draw you deeply into the world of the story.

Original creator Yuji Kaku has also highly praised its expressive power.

It’s a track that combines gentleness and strength, easing the tautness of everyday life.

sparkling ashRīgaru Rirī

TV Anime “Delicious in Dungeon” × Regal Lily “Sparkling Ashes” Special Collaboration Movie (Feat. Marcille & Falin)

Blending elements of pop rock with a dreamy atmosphere, this piece is a song that portrays a powerful emotional response to past memories and experiences.

Its lyrics, which hint at a longing for lost time and people, evoke deep empathy and reflection in listeners.

Released digitally in April 2024 and subsequently as a CD single in May of the same year, it also serves as the ending theme for Season 2 of the TV anime “Delicious in Dungeon,” achieving a remarkable fusion of the anime’s world and the music.

Depicting the resolve to face the past while moving toward the future, this work is sure to resonate with high school students who are uncertain about their paths.

As a song that gives you the courage to take a new step forward, we highly recommend giving it a listen.