Get Fired Up! Anime Songs for Men – Classics and New Hits
Anime is a culture that has continued to expand with the times.
Back in the day, labels like “hero stories,” “magical girl,” or “mecha” were enough to explain what kind of show it was, but now words alone just aren’t enough.
That’s how big a scene it has become.
In this article, we’re doing a special feature on anime songs recommended for men.
From nostalgic, heart-pounding tracks to relatively recent releases,
it’s a lineup packed with masterpieces.
It may undermine the premise a bit to say this, but although we’re calling them “recommended for men,” there are surely songs here that will resonate with women too.
Please take your time and enjoy it to the end.
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Let’s Get Fired Up! Recommended Anime Songs for Men [Classics & New Hits] (91–100)
Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN
A song that sings about the contradictions of modern society and the joys and pains of everyday life was released by UNISON SQUARE GARDEN in May 2015.
It portrays people living in a chaotic world with catchy, pop melodies and striking lyrics.
Packed with deeper themes—such as the discomfort hidden in daily life, the power of music, and the balance between individuality and society—the song’s worldview contrasts appealingly with its up-tempo sound.
Written as the ending theme for the TV anime Blood Blockade Battlefront, it gained popularity alongside the ending visuals featuring the characters dancing.
It has become a cross-generational favorite, ranking high in JOYSOUND’s decade-based karaoke rankings in 2018.
Plan ADISH//
This song blends elements of traditional Japanese aesthetics with rock, celebrating both the courage to face adversity and the importance of knowing when to run.
Its dramatic progression and powerful melody stand out, conveying that retreat can sometimes be a strategic choice for self-preservation.
Released by DISH// in September 2024, it was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime The Elusive Samurai, garnering attention for its seamless synergy with the show’s world.
Whether you should push forward or take a step back, this uplifting anthem offers a supportive nudge at life’s crossroads and has resonated deeply with many listeners.
Ai Just On My LoveSha ran Q
“Sorcerous Stabber Orphen,” alongside “Slayers,” was one of the two flagship series of the classic Dragon Magazine, and it stood out from other fantasy works with its distinctive style, including a more modern setting.
This song doesn’t feel very fantasy-like either.
By the way, the original novels and the anime differ quite a bit in content.
Mysterious AdventureTakahashi Hiroki
It’s the theme song of Dragon Ball, one of Japan’s most iconic anime.
A lot of people probably know just the intro and the chorus.
It’s incredibly exciting, so be sure to listen to the full track.
Once you hear it, you’ll want to watch the anime.
It’s a legendary masterpiece in the anime song world that hasn’t lost its shine even today.
Not even defeated by sudden showersNICO Touches the Walls
This is the 13th single by the four-piece rock band NICO Touches the Walls, who, to much regret, ended their activities in 2019, 15 years after their formation.
In addition to being chosen as an opening theme for the TV anime Naruto Shippuden, it was also used as the ending theme for the music program Rock Kyoudai.
With the transparent tone of its clean guitar riding on a sense of speed and the powerful vocals, fans of the anime will likely feel a surge of energy that brings the visuals vividly back to life.
unnecessary thingsKitanitatsuya ✕ Natori
An emotionally moving song by Tatsuya Kitani and Natori, where powerful rock sounds intertwine with delicate vocals.
Its stirring lyrics and melody convey the resolve to let go of a loved one and the strong determination to move forward while enduring the pain.
Driven by a self-righteous sense of morality, this work is saturated with the resolve to press on even if it means releasing what must be protected, and it has been selected as the opening theme for the first cour of the TV anime Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Swordsman Romantic Story – Kyoto Uprising, airing from October 2024.
A piece that brilliantly captures the protagonist’s feelings as he remains steadfast in his beliefs despite being caught in a bind, it’s a song that powerfully pushes the backs of those who strive to follow the path they’ve chosen.
The world that was transparentHata Motohiro
This is a heartwarming song crafted by Motohiro Hata as the opening theme for the anime Naruto Shippuden.
Released in August 2010, its sweeping message—reflecting on what has been lost and the resolve to move forward after parting—ties in with the story.
The pop-rock melody, centered on acoustic guitar, is layered with powerful vocals that harmonize beautifully with the anime’s world.
This work is Hata’s 10th single, released in three editions: First Press Limited, Limited Period, and Regular, and it reached No.
13 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.
It’s a song that resonates deeply with those who have experienced parting from someone important or are trying to face events from their past.