[Nostalgic] A special feature on legendary anime theme songs: revisiting those classic tracks

Do you have any anime songs that suddenly start playing in your head? The theme songs from the shows you used to watch, glued to the TV and looking forward to every week—don’t you still find yourself humming them without thinking? Those nostalgic melodies that whisked you away into the world of anime… they vividly bring back the memories and emotions of that time, don’t they? In this article, we’ll be introducing lots of “nostalgic anime songs”! Be sure to read to the end!

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[Nostalgic] A special feature on legendary anime theme songs: revisiting those classic tracks
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Moonlight FlowerJanne Da Arc		Anime opening theme song, a wistful rock ballad
2	Get OverDream		The famous song 'dream' from the anime Hikaru no Go
3	far awayASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION		A classic song by ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION
4	cloudy skyDOES		An energetic support song from the anime Gintama
5	DANZEN! Pretty Cure (We Are Pretty Cure)Gojō Mayumi		Precure’s theme song, the magical singing voice
6	~Asterisk~ORANGE RANGE		An inspiring rock number where stars and music merge
7	Monochrome KissShido		Cid’s Black Butler opening theme
8	the WORLDnaitomea		Death Note theme song, a dark and fast-paced track
9	scabChi-wata Hidenori		An inspiring song that gives courage and hope
10	Fluffy TimeHōkago Tī Taimu		A coming-of-age rock ballad from K-On!
11	DAYSFLOW		The moving opening song of “Eureka Seven”
12	Red fractionMELL	$Red fractionMELL$	Expressing their worldview through their major debut song
13	INVOKE -Invoke-T.M.Revolution		T.M.R’s Gundam SEED theme song
14	Kokoro-eroodo obu mejyaa		A youthful song of chasing dreams
15	Their core as a person is wavering.Ōtsuki Kenji to Zetsubō Shōjotachi		A thrilling song that challenges society’s common sense
16	Pokémon Symphonic Medley		A grand medley of Pokémon theme songs from across the generations
17	Mega VYūsuke		Yusuke's fiery Pokémon song, a tune brimming with a spirit of adventure
18	DIRTYnaitomea		A fiery rock song that’s the opening theme of Majin Tantei Nougami Neuro
19	Sakura KissKawabe Chieko		A song filled with the love woven into spring’s melody—one that makes the heart flutter.
20	Together with Don ChuckŌsugi Kumiko		An adorable theme song from a 1970s anime
21	Butter-FlyWada Kōji		Digimon opening theme, the song of hope and courage
22	Future ConnectionЯeal		A refreshing cheer song by ЯeaL, the Pokémon opening theme
23	Togetherakiyoshi fumie		The emotion and energy of the Pokémon anime opening songs
24	Psycho Every Day!akiyoshi fumie		The powerful theme song of the Pokémon anime
25	A hill where summer begins to showDaisuke		Refreshing, heart-stirring music of summer
26	Your AdventureOkazaki Taiiku		Okazaki Taiiku’s Pokémon anime theme song
27	ChallengerMatsumoto Rika		A powerful song by Rica Matsumoto that sings of a challenger’s spirit
28	Alola!!Matsumoto Rika/Ootani Ikue		An iconic song whose powerful vocals give you energy
29	Ready Go!Tamura Naomi		A Powerful Departure Song from the Pokémon Anime
30	Battle FrontierTakaya Akina		Courage to face difficulties with an upbeat singing voice
31	Aim to Be a Pokémon Master – 20th Anniversary –Matsumoto Rika		The Pokémon theme song’s 20th anniversary was moving.
32	I’m a popular kid.nohara shinnosuke		Shin-chan’s signature song, bursting with brightness
33	Loosey-goosey DE-O!nohara shinnosuke		A song that brings smiles with Shin-chan's rap
34	AUTUMN DREAMOmori Reiko		Anime theme song depicting the bittersweet feelings of autumn love
35	Smile BombMawatari Matsuko		Impressive songs from the anime Yu Yu Hakusho
36	Jungle P5050		A theme song that sings of seafaring adventures and the bonds of comrades
37	Crazy RainbowTakkī & Tsubasa		ONE PIECE theme song, a tour de force by Tackey & Tsubasa
38	HopeAmuro Namie		A hopeful song about the bonds with friends, sung by Namie Amuro
39	Share The WorldTōhōshinki		The theme song of One Piece is exhilarating and moving.
40	Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro		A moving theme song that portrays bonds and love
41	Take It! Sailor FukuKonata Izumi (CV: Aya Hirano), Kagami Hiiragi (CV: Emiri Kato), Tsukasa Hiiragi (CV: Kaori Fukuhara), Miyuki Takara (CV: Aya Endo)		A denpa song sung by a Lucky☆Star character
42	Tetsujin 28-goDuke Aces		Robot Tetsujin 28-go fights against evil
43	BelieveFolder5		The fiery opening theme song of the anime One Piece
44	Crimson Bow and ArrowLinked Horizon		The fiery anime song from Attack on Titan
45	My First Kissanshin papa		Soothing anime opening song
46	Cutie HoneyKōda Kumi		Android Honey Fights Evil
47	Song of Time BokanYamamoto Masayuki / Sakamoto Jidō Gasshōdan		Tatsunoko Production’s classic “Time Bokan”
48	Mazinger ZMizuki Ichirō		Mazinger Z is the monument of giant robots.
49	MelissaPorunogurafiti		The memorable opening of the anime Fullmetal Alchemist
50	dramaticBase Ball Bear		A classic that sings of youthful brilliance and fervent passion
51	riseOriga		Expressing hope for the future with a near-futuristic song
52	Broom NebulaRYTHEM		A gentle, uplifting song that stays close to the heart
53	Life is Like a BoatRie fu		An inspiring song that embraces hope and overcomes hardships
54	Shangri-Laangela		A moving story painted by majestic music
55	Cherry blossoms bloom: future, love, dreamyozuka*		Sakura and love: a heart-stirring youth song by yozuca*
56	Getchu! Love-love?!Gojō Mayumi		Precure ending theme song sings of hope and love
57	Unforgivable SinKitaide Nana		A song of courage to face the past and believe in the future
58	innocent starterMizuki Nana		An emotional song used as a TV anime theme
59	Go!!!FLOW		The powerful opening theme song of the anime Naruto
60	Fight! Polymersasaki isao		Powerful songs from 70s hero anime
61	Orphan Hachishimazaki yuri		The heartwarming theme song of Orphaned Bee Hutch
62	Song of Hakushon Daimaoshimazaki yuri		A comical tale emerging from the Demon King’s magic jar
63	The Star of the SeineKoromubia Yurikago-kai		A Girl’s Tale from the French Revolution: A Beautiful Singing Voice
64	Let’s do it with a bang! The Way of BaseballChiba Yumi, Yangu Furesshu, Koorogi ’73		A heartwarming classic that expresses a passionate love for baseball
65	Brave RaideenShimon Masato		Guardian of the great sky, the song of a hero of justice
66	Oak Wood MocOnogi Kumiko		A heartwarming, nostalgic classic for children
67	Song of Steel JeegMizuki Ichirō		The valiant spirit of robot anime theme songs
68	Gamba’s SongKawahara Hiromasa		Express courage and bonds in a 1970s anime-style cheer song
69	Fly! Grendizersasaki isao		A valiant hero theme that protects world peace
70	Dororon Enma-kunNakayama Chinatsu		A 1973 anime theme song depicting yokai
71	Babel IIMizuki Ichirō		A fiery song about a psychic boy who protects world peace
72	Dan Dan Kokoro HikaretekuFIELD OF VIEW		A refreshing song filled with young love and courage
73	HEART OF SWORD ~Before Dawn~T.M.Revolution		A timeless masterpiece of loneliness and hope that stirs the soul
74	See, spring has come.ushirogami hikaretai		A song that celebrates the arrival of spring and the exhilaration of the season
75	Come here, Perman.Miwa Katsue		Songs of friendship and energy conveyed by anime theme songs
76	Rondo – revolutionOkui Masami		Masami Okui’s Song of Self-Transformation
77	Saint Seiya Myth ~Soldier Dream~Kageyama Hironobu & BROADWAY		A monumental anime song, the fiery anthem of warriors
78	Blue waterMorikawa Miho		A classic that conveys hope and bonds with a refreshing singing voice
79	Unwavering WishTamura Naomi		A song about the courage to overcome difficulties without giving up on your dreams
80	Give me an unbalanced kissTakahashi Hiro		A beloved classic ending theme from Yu Yu Hakusho that transcends generations
81	true blueZONE		The theme song of 'Astro Boy' sung by ZONE
82	The Fateful Day ~Soul vs. Soul~Kageyama Hironobu		An inspiring masterpiece from Dragon Ball Z
83	Genesis of AquarionAKINO		Anime song “Sousei no Aquarion” is popular.
84	RewriteASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION		Impressive for Asian Kung-Fu Generation’s emotionally charged masterpiece.
85	In the Morning of DeterminationAqua Timez		A song about accepting the past and living positively
86	sailing dayBUMP OF CHICKEN		A powerful film theme song by BUMP OF CHICKEN
87	Grip!Every Little Thing		A feel-good song from the Inuyasha opening theme
88	Super-duper strongest No.1FEEL SO BAD		Cheerfully, to the theme of Hell Teacher Nūbē
89	Ojamajo Carnival!!MAHO-dō, Nakatsukasa Masami		The charm of the “Ojamajo Doremi” theme song
90	Fate of FlameTETSU		The Strange Fate of Kiriko, an ESP in a Sci‑Fi World
91	I feel kind of happy.The Oystars		The opening theme song of Flame of Recca with a memorable chorus
92	Ephemeral yet eternal sorrowUVERworld		UVERworld’s moving 00 opening theme
93	Until the World Ends…WANDS		A moving masterpiece from a coming-of-age basketball anime
94	Space Battleship Yamatosasaki isao		An epic tale of the Space Battleship Yamato saving Earth
95	Chargeman Ken!hibari jidō gasshōdan		An obscure anime gains popularity online
96	Go, Go, Hyūma!Ansanhburu Bokka		"Star of the Giants" is a milestone in baseball manga.
97	Theme of Sennin BurakuSurī Gureisesu		Pioneering anime “Sennin Buraku” aired late at night
98	Ken the Wolf Boybikutā shōnen gasshōtai		An adventure anime about a boy raised by wolves
99	March of the MeteorVōkaru Shoppu		Time Patrol Adventures from the Future
100	Magical MamboMaekawa Yoko, Hani Naitsu		Sally the Witch is a pioneer of the magical girl anime genre.
101	Pāman is there.Furuta Yoshiaki		Pāman is a hero manga by Fujiko.
102	Daichan Counting SongYoshida Yoshimi		A manga depicting the success of a country bumpkin from Aomori
103	Fight! OsperYamada Tarō		An animated adventure about the psychic boy Osper
104	Theme of Jungle EmperorHirano Tadahiko		A Tezuka manga depicting Leo’s adventures
105	For whomNarita Ken, Kōrogi ’73		Cyborg 009, nine warriors in action
106	Go! Tiger MaskNitta Hiroshi Sukūrumeitsu		Tiger Mask fights the assassins of the Tiger's Den.
107	Aim to be a Pokémon MasterMatsumoto Rika		Pokemon anime OP, a hype/energetic song
108	I am Kaibutsu-kun.Shiraishi Fuyumi Imanishi Masao Ohtake Hiroshi Kanemoto Shingo		Kaibutsu-kun causes a big commotion in the human world.
109	FutureMinagawa Junko, Hirohashi Ryou		A catchy hit song from The Prince of Tennis
110	Dororo SongFujita Toshiko		A journey of a man and a boy whose body has been taken over by a yokai
111	Mach GoGoGo 1997Hayami Kentarō		Live-action film adaptation of Speed Racer
112	Ogon Bat Counting SongSuzuki Yasushi, Koromubia Yurikago-kai		Golden Bat is a legend of a black-caped hero.
113	COLORSFLOW		The captivating songs of the anime 'Code Geass'
114	A third of pure-hearted feelingsSIAM SHADE		The famous SIAM SHADE song from Rurouni Kenshin
115	Harris’s WhirlwindGachatorianz		Sports manga “Harris no Kaze”
116	Theme of Lupin the ThirdPīto Makku Junia		Theme of Lupin the Third, a song loved throughout Japan
117	Rainbow Squadron Robinpuchibosa famirī		The Battle Between the Rainbow Squadron and Emperor Paruta
118	Somewhere today, too, there’s a Devilman.Juda Keizō		A story about Devilman fighting the Demon Tribe.
119	Aim for the Ace!Ōsugi Kumiko		The sports-themed manga Aim for the Ace!
120	Ashita no JoeBito Isao		The legend of the boxing manga Ashita no Joe
121	CHA-LA HEAD-CHA-LA~Kageyama Hironobu		Nostalgic Dragon Ball theme song
122	Obake no Q-TaroIshikawa Susumu		Obake Q-Taro is a gag manga by Fujiko Fujio.
123	I’ll Be The OneH∧L		The moving song from the anime “Hikaru no Go”
124	MOON PRIDEMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto		I like the theme song of Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon.
125	A Night for OnePorunogurafiti		Pornograffitti's 'GTO' opening song
126	Astro BoyKamitakada Shonen Gasshodan		Astro Boy’s first TV anime aired in 1963.
127	TouchIwasaki Yoshimi		Yoshimi Iwasaki’s “Touch” theme song is moving.
128	Fly! GundamIkeda Ko		A landmark robot anime depicting an interstellar war
129	A Cruel Angel’s ThesisTakahashi Yoko		The famous theme song from the anime “Eva”
130	Get WildTM NETWORK		The iconic opening theme of “City Hunter”