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