[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!

Playlist

[2026] A roundup of popular anime songs recommended for high school students
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	ShakenabeibeAKASAKI		Anime ED song, retro pop sound
2	First Love MomentFaulieu.		Faulieu.'s anime opening song is poppy and cute.
3	upside downPorukadotto Sutingurei		A jazz-rock song by Polkadot Stingray
4	Glitch*eill		Sending out a positive message with eill’s new song
5	Vows with a flutter.HoneyWorks feat. Airi Suzuki		A pop song by HoneyWorks × Airi Suzuki
6	LuminousAina ji Endo		Aina the End releases the opening theme song for the One Piece Elbaf arc
7	MONSTERAoi Eiru		Eir Aoi’s new song “MONSTER” has been chosen as the theme song for the anime adaptation.
8	B’s revengeB Komachi Rubī (CV: Ikoma Yurie) Arima Kana (CV: Han Megumi) MEM-cho (CV: Ōkubo Rumi)		B-Komachi's defiant idol pop song
9	OneSnow Man		Snow Man's new song is now available worldwide
10	OurEVE		Eve’s song is used as the opening theme for My Hero Academia Season 6
11	Who am I?TK from RIN TO SHITE SIGURE		TK’s solo song. My Hero Academia opening theme
12	to clear up (weather)Yorushika		A song featuring Yorushika’s clear, translucent vocals
13	AIZOKing Gnu		King Gnu's new song expresses love and hatred
14	UtopiaTRUE		Theme song for an animated film, a pop song about blue love
15	Ride the windRyokushokushakai		A single that sings of anxiety and courage toward dreams
16	lulu.Mrs. GREEN APPLE		Grandly expressing time and emotion
17	Guitar, Loneliness, and the Blue Planetkessoku bando		A song that expresses the loneliness and struggles of youth
18	The crowd, our townTogenashi Togeari		A pop-rock song for young people struggling in the city
19	fatesumika		sumika’s cheer song, Dungeon Meshi opening theme
20	absolute zeronatori		WIND BREAKER’s opening theme song sings of hope and determination
21	Bling-Bang-Bang-BornCreepy Nuts		The powerful music of Creepy Nuts resonates with the hearts of young people
22	IllusionMY FIRST STORY × HYDE		The collaboration song by MY FIRST STORY and HYDE is the opening theme for Demon Slayer.
23	Deer-Colored DaysShika-bu [Kanoko Noko (CV: Pan Megumi), Koshiko Ko (CV: Fujita Saki), Koshian Ko (CV: Tanabe Rui), Bashame Meme (CV: Izumi Fuka)		Shika-bu’s music: pop and avant-garde.
24	Song Not to Forgetmakaroni enpitsu		Macaroni Enpitsu’s youth-empowering song
25	sparkling ashRīgaru Rirī		A song that portrays longing for the past and courage for the future
26	Curtain callYuuri		Yuri’s hero cheer song gives courage
27	budOmoinotake		The desire to overcome differences in values and understand each other
28	photo opportunitymei-chan		Capturing youth in a sparkly pop style
29	I can’t become a princessYuika		Yuika’s new song was released as the ending theme for an anime.
30	Ignis -Ignis-Nishikawa Takanori		Takanori Nishikawa’s new song becomes an anime theme song
31	ENDROLLKawakami Yohei		A fragility-themed song used as an insert song in a Gundam movie
32	ENDROLLKawakami Yohei [Alexandros]×SennaRin		A song collaborated on by Yohei Kawakami and SennaRin, used as an insert song in a Gundam movie
33	The Story of Usmilet		Frieren’s ending theme is moving.
34	A bouquet of astersASCA		ASCA’s new song from The Irregular at Magic High School as an in-story song
35	Growing UpMachico		An anime opening theme sung by Machico, charming with its courage and positivity
36	ReCodaTRUE		TRUE’s fight song that evokes the days of youth
37	Renaselle SerenadeMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto		Cheering song by Momoiro Clover Z, singing of hope
38	You’re the grandpa, and I’m the grandma.Koresawa		Koresawa “Hibi Ai Ai”: Portraying the love of an elderly couple
39	Fly Highatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu		Theme song of Atarashii Gakko! (ATARASHII GAKKO!)’s movie
40	Ex-Otogibanashiryo (supercell) & tsukimi yachiyo (hayami saori)		Theme song of Super Princess Kaguya: a fusion of Japanese tradition and digital
41	On the FrontlineHitorie		Hitorie's songs resonate with high school students
42	Turn It UpA-ko		Ending theme song of the anime “Darwin’s Incident”
43	Serenadenatori		Natori’s anime songs are striking.
44	Potential AI13.3g		A song that awakens true emotions amid chaos
45	phantom worldV.W.P		Anime theme song with a sense of speed and an emotional composition
46	Picaresque heroano		Anime theme song that showcases ano’s unique individuality
47	Kill the NoiseSPYAIR		Cutting through my doubts and moving forward
48	PERSONALjoōbachi		The gentle lullaby of the anime “Hell’s Paradise”
49	Song of dawnjo0ji		The ending theme of Jujutsu Kaisen is moving.
50	faint noseKitanitatsuya feat. BABYMETA		BABYMETAL’s opening theme for “Hell’s Paradise” is a powerful track.
51	BABYYOASOBI		Music from TV anime and novels adapted into music
52	Sailor, Sail Onatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu		Theme song of Atarashii Gakko! (ATARASHII GAKKO!)’s movie
53	flashVESPERBELL		The opening theme song of the anime “Assassin,” with a powerful message
54	Midnight ReflectionNOMELON NOLEMON		A grand insert song imbued with feelings for the cosmos
55	monologueOmoinotake		The ending theme song of the anime “The Apothecary Diaries”
56	Blade length: 200,000,000 centimetersMakishimamu Za Horumon		Impressive songs from Chainsaw Man
57	Dangerous Memories feat. Aoi KogaSuzuki Masayuki		A duet song by Masayuki Suzuki and Aoi Koga
58	FLOOR KILLERUmeda Saifā		The ending theme song of the anime “Gnosia”
59	OrangeSPYAIR		SPYAIR’s Haikyu theme song conveys hope and courage
60	Little BouquetAimer		Aimer’s movie theme songs are moving masterpieces that resonate with the heart.
61	ioliteEVE		New Pokémon anime opening theme, Light of Hope
62	LET’S JUST CRASHMori Calliope		Hololive MC conveys a sense of strength through an anime theme song.
63	Happy Lucky Chappyano		Rage at society embedded in an anime theme song
64	kaiju (giant monster)Sakanakushon		Electro rock that expresses the courage and will for the pursuit of knowledge
65	Loo% Who%Rin to shite Shigure		Ling Tosite Sigure’s EP “Lost God of SASORI”
66	It tickles.CHiCO with HoneyWorks		CHiCO’s youth theme expresses the feelings of first love.
67	Wanna beteddyloid		Anime theme song: legendary artist delivers a passionate performance
68	PlatformUru		A masterpiece that portrays the essence of “love” in an anime theme song
69	IBUMP OF CHICKEN		TV anime ending theme, Song of Hope
70	Connect -season 03-ClariS		A new charm of the masterpiece by ClariS
71	Happy Yummy Lucky YummyGANG PARADE		Feeling positive with an anime opening theme
72	AmadeusGalileo Galilei		An epic musical work that depicts the emotions of youth
73	Mad PulseMADKID		MADKID's powerful cheering song
74	GlideMyuk		A song of hope to overcome everyday anxieties
75	PrologueNornis		Theme song of the Nijisanji VTuber unit
76	Protect the Lightsupittsu		Anime OP theme, a song of heartache and hope
77	Blue MagicChōkyūmei		The band’s blue magic depicts hope and bittersweetness.
78	Latest episodewanuka		Adolescent love: a song of delicate feelings and courage
79	Raise your level and beat it with raw physical power.Kishida Kyoudan & THE Myoujou Rockets		Anime theme song, powerful hard rock
80	ActorIkuta Rira		Lilas Ikuta’s SPY×FAMILY Season 3 ending theme
81	Flower of the battlefieldCHiCO with HoneyWorks		A passionate rock song that embodies a soul challenging adversity
82	POP LIFEFANTASTICS from EXILE TRIBE		Anime theme song depicting the small joys of everyday life
83	Shall we stay together?HOKUTO		Anime theme song sung by Hokuto Yoshino, in harmony with nature
84	Ash[Alexandros]		The demon-like anime opening theme by [Alexandros] is powerful and grand.
85	ACTIONeill		eill’s ‘Togen Anki’ ending theme features a powerful vocal performance.
86	Better OffiScream		A contemporary electropop track
87	Adult Chick Childrenyama		An anime theme song that portrays growing pains and the search for adulthood
88	THE REVOPorunogurafiti		The final chapter’s passionate song, a tale of transformation and hope
89	Offering (sacrificial victim) -nie-Yoshino		TV anime theme song expressing feelings of loneliness and obsession
90	Eenie Meenie Lost ChildŌgami Mio		Mio’s anime theme song: gentle lyrics and world
91	Amidakuji (Japanese lottery method)chōgakusei		A powerful rock song that portrays fate and justice
92	Like GravityBONNIE PINK		A song of two people from different worlds, bound by a tie like gravity
93	I love youSuiyōbi no Campanella		A song that likens the course of love to mahjong hands
94	Chaos reaches its peakUNISON SQUARE GARDEN		Expressing the story through exhilarating, fast-paced rock
95	JANE DOEYonezu Kenshi, Utada Hikaru		Moving songs by Kenshi Yonezu and Hikaru Utada
96	CAT’S EYEAdo		Covering 80s classics with a modern twist, Ado captivates
97	Life TransmutationReoNa		A moving prayer song from the final episode of an anime
98	a prayer to the gods; relying on divine interventionsyudou		A thirst for happiness, moving forward on my own
99	KusushikiMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s new song, theme song for The Apothecary Diaries
100	sense of painamazarashi		A powerful song that portrays pain and hope
101	A hundred flowers in full bloomIkuta Rira		A song that sings of flower-like hope and gives me courage
102	UNDEADYOASOBI		YOASOBI’s new song, a cheer anthem that questions the meaning of life
103	idolYOASOBI		YOASOBI achieved great success with the Oshi no Ko opening theme
104	Beyond the timbreKitauji Karutetto		A wind band pop song that sings of youth and growth
105	Rosé (Prod. TeddyLoid)Mitsushima Hikari		A song in which Hikari Mitsushima delivers a message of hope
106	Revolutionary JourneyAiNA THE END		Opening theme song of an occult × youth anime
107	Wandering StarRUKI		RUKI delivers an inspiring song as a movie theme
108	FinistèreSuzuki Konomi		Singing of summer’s end and a resolve for the future
109	PaleduskHUGs		Paledusk’s new song, anime theme song
110	I want to become a ghost.Yuika		A moving song that portrays Yuika’s heartrending feelings of love
111	The Impossible Evolution TheoryNanawo Akari		An anthem that gives you the courage to change
112	Last lookSuda Keina		Break the norms and meet your true self
113	A world where the sun does not riseAimer		Demon Slayer theme song: the will to confront despair
114	What is justice?BAND-MAID		BAND-MAID's fiery rock resonates with anime
115	BLADEBLUE ENCOUNT		The theme song of Samurai Legend YAIBA, a track that conveys a strong will
116	snowdropConton Candy		An uplifting anthem about adolescent emotions—a song that gives you courage
117	Osomatsu-san’s Bonbashé!DA PUMP		A party tune that blows your worries away in a retro Showa-style disco
118	HelloFurui Riho		A heartwarming song that supports a new step forward
119	SUPERNOVAKANA-BOON		KANA-BOON's anime theme song expresses the power of science
120	End of DaysReoNa		A cry of courage beyond despair, a song of hope
121	OVERNIGHTTHE ORAL CIGARETTES		A powerful song that stirs the heart with rock
122	CAT CITYTHE YELLOW MONKEY		A bewitching rock track from a captivating cat anime
123	You’re crazy.WurtS		A pop track that captures the impulses and bewilderment of love
124	CALLING†Higuchi Kaede		A rock song of hope and courage, theme song for a magic-themed anime
125	Youth is eternalShōnan no Kaze feat. Atarashii Gakkō no Leaders		A youth anthem of cross-generational collaboration!
126	Your planetNOMELON NOLEMON		A bittersweet song that longs for a reunion with someone far away
127	IRIS OUTYonezu Kenshi		Chainsaw Man’s theme song, with rich emotion
128	Confirmation theoryRyokushen		Overcoming adversity and forging the future
129	MirageCreepy Nuts		The plaintive tone of the acoustic guitar stirs my heart.
130	LUCKYTOMOO		A song that portrays heartwarming encounters and the warmth of the town
131	Revolutionary Journey – On the WayAina ji Endo		A sentimental love’s course painted over a heavy-hitting beat
132	Kagome KagomeŌishi Masayoshi		Masayoshi Oishi’s theme song for Jibaku Shounen (Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun)
133	A gaze is lightKitanitatsuya		The appeal of anime theme songs and moving, emotionally stirring tracks
134	Ao and KiramekiSupira Supika		OP of the anime 'My Dress-Up Darling' Season 2, new song by Spira Spica
135	I love you soooo much!HY		HY's Okinawan rock captures the feelings of youth.
136	HALONOMELON NOLEMON		The hopeful insert song of the anime “GQuuuuuuX”
137	UrusirenUmeda Saifā		Umeda Cypher chosen for an anime ending theme
138	Even if the world were to end tomorrowASCA		ASCA's strong-willed love theme song
139	SailingBE:FIRST		Cheering song for BE:FIRST
140	She is now inside the labyrinth.HoneyWorks feat. KAF		HoneyWorks × Kaf collaboration song
141	ReawakeRLiSA		LiSA × Felix’s anime opening theme
142	ReawakeR(feat.Felix of Stray Kids)LiSA		LiSA’s new song, a collaboration with Stray Kids’ Felix
143	If it’s not a dream, then what is it?Little Glee Monster		Little Glee Monster encouragement song
144	A heart on the verge of transformingSou		Sou's singing vividly depicts complex feelings of love
145	Run, SAKAMOTOVaundy		Vaundy『SAKAMOTO DAYS』OP
146	EGOISTimase		imase's new song is being adapted into an anime
147	Unable to become an adultkujira		A theme song that warmly portrays anxious young people
148	All’s well that ends well.kocchi no kento		Vigilante opening theme song to be released in April 2025
149	In that casemakaroni enpitsu		Macaroni Empitsu’s youthful love song
150	MONTAGENakajima Kento		MONTAGE is a masterpiece of anime opening songs
151	PlazmaYonezu Kenshi		Kenshi Yonezu’s Gundam theme song
152	Ame-no-Murakumo no Tsurugi – SKYBREAKER –Nishikawa Takanori		Takanori Nishikawa passionately sings the theme song of a wuxia fantasy
153	Kinnikuman HeroEndō Masaaki		Masaaki Endoh’s soul-stirring cry: a burning hero’s anthem of justice and friendship
154	VSBLUE ENCOUNT		BLUE ENCOUNT’s fiery rock song Gintama opening
155	Shouted SerenadeLiSA		LiSA sings of hope and strong will
156	lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE		A youth anthem with a driving sense of speed and an uplifting, positive message
157	recallYagi Kairi		A song whose powerful lyrics by Kairi Yagi give you courage
158	OtonokeCreepy Nuts		Dandadan OP: Creepy Nuts fuse music and the supernatural
159	Teenage BlueEVE		Eve’s new song that sings of the bittersweetness of youth