Male Singer-Songwriters’ Anime Songs: Popular Tracks Ranking [2026]

road movieTakahashi Yuu50rank/position

Yu Takahashi – “Road Movie” MV short ver.

Takahashi Yu’s song, which beautifully portrays life’s journey, is a perfect choice for weddings and receptions.

This work thoughtfully weaves together the many moments of life—encounters and farewells, hardships and joys—leaving a deep resonance in the listener’s heart.

Released in April 2017, the song was also used as the theme for the animated film Crayon Shin-chan: Invasion!! Alien Shiriri.

Takahashi’s warm vocals and the message that cherishes human connections make it a fitting piece to celebrate the start of a couple’s new life.

It’s a song that offers hope and courage to two people beginning a new chapter.

UN-APEXTK from RIN TO SHITE SIGURE51rank/position

TK from Ling tosite sigure “UN-APEX” Music Video (Solo Leveling Season 2 -Arise from the Shadow- Ending Theme)

This track fuses the piercing intensity of razor-sharp sonic edges with delicate emotional expression.

Its distinctive guitar sound and complex rhythmic structure deftly portray a psyche that grows colder even as it heats up.

Showcasing the experimental approach unique to TK’s solo project, this piece was selected as the ending theme for Solo Leveling Season 2 – Arise from the Shadow.

It’s a song I recommend when you want to confront the emotions hidden deep within your heart, or when you feel ready to push past your limits and grow.

first deathTK from RIN TO SHITE SIGURE52rank/position

TK from Ling tosite sigure 'first death' Music Video (TV anime Chainsaw Man Episode 8 ending theme)

This is the ending theme for episode 8 of Chainsaw Man by TK, characterized by a composition where a sense of speed and tension intersect.

Released digitally in November 2022 and on CD in December of the same year, the track leaves a strong impression with its aggressive sound that incorporates elements of progressive rock.

The story about TK repeatedly rewatching the series to grasp its world during production also conveys his deep respect for the anime.

The sensibilities honed through his band work with Ling tosite sigure naturally meld into the piece.

With its chaotic developments and meticulous structure, this high-energy rock number is stirring and impactful.

Finishing Blow (feat. Cory Wong)Vaundy53rank/position

Finishing Blow feat. Cory Wong (TV Anime 'SPY×FAMILY' Season 2 Ending Theme) / Vaundy: MUSIC VIDEO

Singer-songwriter Vaundy, who handles everything himself from songwriting and composition to video direction, radiates multifaceted appeal.

Featuring Cory Wong as a guest, this track beautifully balances a brisk, funk-derived cutting guitar with a wistful melody.

While portraying the inner conflict of a character wavering within their family, it carries a warmth that cuts through doubt and affirms.

Released in October 2023, the song is also included on the album “replica.” It was selected as the ending theme for the TV anime SPY×FAMILY Season 2.

With an arrangement that evokes a cinematic sense of depth, it’s a perfect pop tune for those who want to listen quietly alone on a night drive.

Kagome KagomeŌishi Masayoshi54rank/position

MasaYoshi Oishi – Kagome Kagome [Official Video]

As the opening theme for the latter half of the TV anime “Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun 2,” which began airing in July 2025, this song—entirely written, composed, arranged, and performed by Masayoshi Oishi—bears the title of a nursery rhyme while ultimately shaping up into a mysterious yet pop-infused anime track.

Its lyrics, sprinkled with motifs like the Seven Wonders and ambiguous human relationships, mesh exquisitely with the yokai-tinged atmosphere of the original work, leaving a striking impression with expressions that carry a hint of darkness beneath a lively rhythm.

The music video’s dreamlike staging, featuring dancers wearing fox masks, has also become a hot topic.

Created by a proven talent who won both the Lyricist and Composer awards at the 2019 Heisei Anisong Awards, this piece is sure to electrify any event with its unique vibe if performed as entertainment.

It’s recommended not only for anime fans but also for anyone looking to make an impact with a slightly unconventional song choice!

Hyadain’s Jōjō YūjōHyadain55rank/position

I tried making a music video for Hyadain's Jōjō Yūjō.

It’s an incredibly high-energy, upbeat tune.

Created by the musician Hyadain, who is also active as a TV personality, it was released in 2011 as his second single.

It served as the opening theme for the anime “Nichijou.” Many of you probably remember it along with the colorful opening visuals.

Thanks to its constantly shifting style, cheerful melody, and lively vocals, it never gets boring to listen to.

The female vocal parts are actually Hyadain’s voice processed.

So, if a single male singer performs all parts, it could really hype up the crowd.

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Araki Jakkan

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Knock OutOkazaki Taiiku56rank/position

Okazaki Taiiku “Knock Out” Music Video

Since his debut, singer-songwriter Taiiku Okazaki has gained popularity for his one-of-a-kind perspective and musical style.

His 15th digital single “Knock Out,” chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Mashle: MAGIC AND MUSCLES, is a track whose heavy metal sound and driving beat will get your adrenaline pumping.

Its catchy melody, carried by a powerful ensemble, also ties in with the world of the series.

Blending Okazaki’s signature comedic lyrics with a cool sound, it’s an uplifting tune that heightens anticipation for the anime.

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Hoshino Takashi

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