[Nostalgic & New] A Collection of Pokémon Songs That Resonate with the Heart
Let us introduce the anime theme songs from the game software Pokémon (Pocket Monsters), which debuted in 1996 and became a social phenomenon at the time.
In the summer of 2016, Pokémon also drew huge attention with the smartphone app Pokémon GO, and it has always been a favorite among children—nowadays, many adults are Pokémon fans as well.
When it comes to Pokémon, Pikachu is probably the most famous monster, but there was also a time when the magazine CoroCoro Comic ran a manga featuring Clefairy.
Please enjoy this playlist packed with both nostalgic and new tracks.
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little oneHayashi Asuka
It’s the theme song for Pokémon the Movie: Advanced Generation – Jirachi: Wish Maker.
In the lyrics, the singer refers to themselves as a “small one,” frightened by many things, but the song itself is so grand that you can hardly sense any timidity.
It really has the strong feel of a finale.
Ready Go!Tamura Naomi
This is the opening theme that marked the finale of the original series of the anime Pokémon.
Naomi Tamura’s energetic vocals instantly heighten the sense of anticipation for the grand adventure to come.
You can almost see a hopeful scene of racing across the sunlit earth and heading beyond the rainbow.
It conveys the protagonist’s pure excitement as they step toward new encounters and unseen worlds.
Released as a single in March 2002, the song was used in the anime from Episode 239 through the final episode.
It’s a track that gives you a powerful push when you want to start a new challenge or take that last step toward your dream.
Truly a perfect send-off song for setting out on a journey.
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Team Rocket ForeverRoketto-dan (Musashi, Kojirō, Nyāsu)
This is a song by Team Rocket, the popular characters from the Pokémon anime.
Despite being villains, its appeal lies in lyrics that sing of a positive attitude and indomitable spirit.
It was used as the anime’s 2nd and 5th ending themes and was released in December 1997.
The track is also included on the album “Shiroi Ashita da! Rocket-dan” (A White Tomorrow! Team Rocket).
The distinctive voices of Musashi (Jessie), Kojirō (James), and Nyarth (Meowth) leave a strong impression, making it irresistible for anime fans.
The paradoxical phrase “To protect the world from devastation” brims with their unique charm.
Conveying a determination to push forward after setbacks, this song is perfect when you want to do your best or need an energy boost.
Advance Adventuregarden
With the start of a new chapter, the title changed, and this is the first opening theme song of “Pokémon: Advanced Generation.” It’s a song made for the work that clearly focuses on the main theme of adventure while incorporating many place names and terms from the series.
The lack of complicated expressions also makes it a song that feels close to children.
Willive
This is the opening theme that plays in the new chapter “Terastal Debut” of the TV anime Pokémon.
It’s performed by the globally popular group IVE.
Wow—the positive, energetic vibe with themes of friendship and adventure is irresistible! The song conveys a strong will to move forward into the future with the bonds you share with your friends close to your heart.
Released in April 2024, this marks IVE’s first-ever anime tie-in.
The members have reportedly loved Pokémon since they were young, and that pure affection shines through in the sparkling sound and vocals.
If you listen to it when taking a new step or working toward a goal with your companions, it’ll surely give you a powerful push forward.
Later included on the mini-album “ALIVE,” it’s a perfect track for the start of an adventure!
Only One StoryZEROBASEONE
It’s the opening theme song for the TV anime Pokémon.
The performers are ZEROBASEONE, a group formed through an audition program.
The upbeat, powerful message in the lyrics seems to mirror the protagonists as they meet new companions and step into uncharted worlds, doesn’t it? It truly feels like the beginning of an adventure where they weave a story all their own—something that gets your heart racing.
It also ties in with the group’s journey of “starting from zero,” making it all the more stirring.
This track, released in October 2024, marks their first-ever anime tie-in.
It will also be included on their Japanese debut EP, “Prezent,” set for release in January 2025.
It’s a song with a comforting sound that feels like a push forward when you’re starting a new challenge.
Alola!!Matsumoto Rika/Ootani Ikue
It’s an endlessly cheerful and energetic track that evokes a sun-drenched tropical paradise.
The powerful vocals of Rika Matsumoto as the protagonist Satoshi and the adorable interjections by Ikue Otani as Pikachu are a perfect match, making it a song that instantly lifts your spirits just by listening! From the very opening lines, you’re drawn straight into the story’s world.
You can feel the boundlessly bright energy of charging full speed toward your dreams.
The song was included on a single released in April 2017 and became well-loved as the opening theme for the TV anime Pokémon Sun & Moon.
Put it on when you want to boost your mood, and you’ll be at maximum high tension in no time.