Masterpieces of poignant anime songs. Recommended popular tracks.

RIVERIshii Tatsuya

Tatsuya Ishii “RIVER” [TATSUYA ISHII CONCERT TOUR 2003 “ISHYST”]

A solo work by Tatsuya Ishii, released in 2003 as the ending theme for the third cour of Mobile Suit Gundam SEED.

Its lyrics, which sing of the resolve to face hardship, align perfectly with the struggles of characters buffeted by war, leaving a profound afterglow within the world of the series.

This dramatic ballad fuses the expressive power he honed through his activities with Kome Kome Club and a unique aesthetic sensibility informed by his art background.

In the later HD Remaster version, the song was replaced due to rights issues, prompting regret from some fans.

It’s a recommended track for those confronting difficult moments in life or wishing to linger in the afterglow of a grand narrative.

secret base ~What You Gave Me~Honma Meiko (Kayano Ai) Anjou Naruko (Toumatsu Haruka) Tsurumi Chiriko (Hayami Saori)

We Still Don’t Know the Name of the Flower We Saw That Day. ED “secret base ~What You Gave Me~” Vocal Materials by Meiko Honma, Anaru (Naruko Anjo), and Tsuruko (Chiriko Tsurumi) (CV: Ai Kayano, Haruka Tomatsu, and Saori Hayami)

A cover of ZONE’s hit song released in 2001.

It was used as the ending theme for the anime film “Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day.” The singers are Ai Kayano, Haruka Tomatsu, and Saori Hayami, who voice the characters Meiko Honma, Naruko Anjou, and Chiriko Tsurumi in the film.

The song portrays a faint childhood crush.

Even as children, experiencing a sudden farewell to a cherished love can leave deep, lasting scars.

But while wishing for the day you might meet again, for now, accept the hurt as it is.

It’s a heartbreak song that captures the delicate, bittersweet tremors of a young heart.

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Sad ConstellationIKU

Sad Constellation

With its slow tempo and clear, translucent voice, it’s very easy to listen to.

The lyrics are great and make it a song you can really relate to.

The part about a letter that will never be delivered resonates so much it brings me to tears.

I’ve been listening to it on repeat.

It’s a song I want to listen to alone.

Lupin the Third Love ThemeMizuki Ichirō

Ichirō Mizuki - Lupin the Third Love Theme (LIVE)

It’s no exaggeration to call Lupin the Third one of Japan’s national anime.

Its theme and songs have been performed by countless musicians.

This time, we’re featuring “Lupin the Third: Love Theme” by Ichiro Mizuki, a heavyweight in the anime song world.

SparkleRADWIMPS

Sparkle [original ver.] -Your Name. Music Video edition- Trailer from the new album “Ningen Kaika” First Press Limited Edition DVD

This is a song that was used as an insert track in the film “Your Name.” The first half gives a very simple and quiet impression, but as it progresses it becomes grand and powerful, which is really cool.

Pay attention to the very moving lyrics.

The Story You Don’t Knowsupercell

The Story You Don’t Know – supercell

This is the song used as the ending theme for the anime Bakemonogatari.

It’s a track by the creator unit supercell, whose popularity took off through online activity, and it was released in 2009 as their debut single.

The vocals are by the singer Yanaginagi, known as the utaite Gazelle.

It’s a bittersweet breakup song that evokes memories of a summer night spent with someone special.

The lyrics convey the regret of not being honest, making you feel a tight pang in your chest.

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AitaiKato Miria

Miliyah Kato - “Aitai”

It’s a heartrending love song about longing for someone who’s looking at somebody else.

Included on the acclaimed 2009 album “Ring,” this fan favorite became a hit with over 700,000 downloads despite not being released as a single.

It also adds deep resonance to the film “Villain” as an in-film track.

Even if I’m not your number one, even if I know I’ll get hurt, it has to be you… That desperate cry from the heart tightens the listener’s chest.

When you fall for someone, reason can’t do a thing about it.

If you’re suffering from an unrequited love, this is a song that will surely stay close to your heart.