[2026] Recommended Anisongs for Middle Schoolers: Theme Songs and Insert Songs from Popular Anime

SKETCHAkiyama Kiiro

Singer-songwriter Kiro Akiyama wrote “SKETCH” as the ending theme for season 6 of the anime My Hero Academia.

Centered around piano tones with a city-pop vibe, the song’s lyrics liken communication to showing each other sketchbooks, expressing the frustration of things not going smoothly.

As you listen, pay attention to the conclusion the song’s protagonist reaches.

It’s sure to leave you with a warm feeling.

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Serenadenatori

natori – Serenade

Propelled into the spotlight by 2022’s “Overdose,” singer-songwriter natori has been rapidly climbing the music scene with a unique sensibility.

This track, written as the ending theme for Season 3 of the anime Oshi no Ko airing from January 2026, was released as a single in February of the same year.

Its worldbuilding—imbued with the wish that the character Aqua can sleep peacefully—deeply intertwines with the story’s light and shadow.

An emotional dance tune where dynamism and wistfulness coexist.

Shouted SerenadeLiSA

LiSA “Shouted Serenade” × TV anime “The Irregular at Magic High School” Season 3 Collaboration Movie

Produced as the opening theme for Season 3 of the anime “The Irregular at Magic High School,” this song is characterized by its powerful message and energetic melody.

LiSA’s vocals vividly express the courage to face difficulties and hope for the future.

Released in April 2024, this marks LiSA’s second contribution to the series.

It’s a perfect track for junior high school students, sure to give you a boost as you take on various challenges such as exams and club activities.

We also recommend listening with friends to encourage one another.

Ignis -Ignis-Nishikawa Takanori

Takanori Nishikawa – Ignis | Official Music Video (TV Anime “Fire Force” Season 3, Cour 2 Opening Theme)

Takanori Nishikawa, who continues to captivate fans with his overwhelming vocal prowess and performance, returns with this track, released as his 8th single in February 2026 and chosen as the opening theme for the second cour of the TV anime Fire Force: Season 3.

The exhilarating, fast-paced beat crafted by TeddyLoid collides with Nishikawa’s powerful vocals to create a sound that feels hot enough to set listeners’ hearts ablaze.

It’s uniquely Nishikawa to express such searing tension and passion—perfect for the story’s final act.

A highly recommended song for moments when you need to fire yourself up or summon your resolve.

Dangerous Memories feat. Aoi KogaSuzuki Masayuki

Dangerous Memory

A duet by Masayuki Suzuki and voice actress Aoi Koga, released digitally in December 2025.

It serves as the opening theme for the special anime “Kaguya-sama: Love Is War – Steps to Adulthood.” This is the fifth main theme in the series following 2019’s “Love Dramatic feat.

Rikka Ihara,” with lyrics and composition by Yoshiki Mizuno and arrangement by Akimitsu Homma.

The sweet yet perilous back-and-forth set to a danceable sound is Suzuki’s true forte.

It’s a must-listen not only for anime fans but also for anyone who loves mature love songs.

Fly Highatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu

“Baki Hanma vs. Kengan Ashura” Opening Sequence – Netflix

A song by Atarashii Gakko! created as the opening theme for the hugely popular anime “Baki Hanma VS Kengan Ashura.” Included on the album “AG! Calling,” it was released in June 2024.

The impactful lyric “a stage the world envies” resonates with a message about the importance of living true to yourself.

It’s a track that gives you the courage to pursue your own ideals without being swayed by others’ opinions.

An energizing encouragement song we especially recommend to junior high school students striving toward their dreams.

Midnight ReflectionNOMELON NOLEMON

NOMELON NOLEMON / Midnight Reflection Official Music Video

Created by NOMELON NOLEMON, this piece was written as an insert song for the theatrical advance version Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX -Beginning-, premiering in January 2025.

With spaceflight as its concept, the lyrics strikingly depict the vast cosmos and feelings for a cherished person.

Rooted in electropop, the sound conveys a sense of speed while leaving a gently nostalgic afterglow.

Miki Maria’s soft vocals enticingly draw the epic scale of the track into a more intimate, human warmth.

It’s a song that will resonate deeply when you’re alone at night, lost in thought, or holding someone in your heart.