Mazinger ZMizuki Ichirō1rank/position

Mazinger Z (Mazinger Z)

This is a song that has been etched into the hearts of many fans as the theme for an anime that began airing in 1972.

With its powerful melody and lyrics symbolizing justice and peace, it inspires the courage to face adversity.

For the 2018 film “Mazinger Z: INFINITY,” a newly recorded version was used for the first time in 45 years, giving the piece a fresh appeal.

It’s the perfect track when you want a boost of energy while basking in a sense of nostalgia.

Goronta OndoMizuki Ichirō, Saitō Nobuko2rank/position

Goronta Ondo (With Mother) / Ichiro Mizuki, Nobuko Saito, Tokyo Broadcasting Children’s Chorus, Goronta

The ending theme used from 1976 to 1979 was “Goronta Ondo.” It was performed by Nobuko Saito, the 11th ‘Uta no Onee-san,’ and Ichiro Mizuki, who reigned as the king of anime songs and also served as the second ‘Uta no Onii-san.’ The Tokyo Broadcasting Children’s Choir also took part, and the energetic voices of the children left a strong impression.

In the middle of the song, there’s a scene where the character Goronta competes with the children, and it’s said that this was when the staging began of costumed characters actually interacting with kids.

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Babel IIMizuki Ichirō3rank/position

[Official] Babel II Episode 1: "The Messenger from Five Thousand Years Ago" <1970s Anime>

A powerful, valiant hero song of justice! This work depicts a young psychic boy living in the desert’s Tower of Babel and his three servants as they fight to protect peace on Earth.

Sung with heartfelt passion by Ichiro Mizuki and the Columbia Yurikago-kai as the opening theme for the television anime of the same name, which aired from January to September 1973.

The striking lyrics by the pen name “Toei Ni” pair perfectly with Shunsuke Kikuchi’s exhilarating, fast-paced melody.

Proclaiming hope for the future and the bonds of comrades, this piece continues to be loved as a fiery cheer song that resonates with both children and adults.

Burn! Kamen RiderMizuki Ichirō, Koorogi ’734rank/position

This is the theme song for Kamen Rider that aired in 1980.

The lyrics incorporate the setting of Sky Rider, who has the ability to fly.

As it marked the long-awaited revival of the Rider series at the time, the result is a passionate theme song that truly fires you up.

Getter Robo GoMizuki Ichirō, Mori no Ki Jidō Gasshōdan5rank/position

Getter Robo Go Opening

Getter Robo Go was originally planned as an anime remake of Mazinger Z, and traces of that remain in its characters and other elements.

From episode 14 onward, the opening theme is sung by Ichiro Mizuki, and it’s a fiery anthem characteristic of robot anime.

Combattler VMizuki Ichirō6rank/position

Chōdenji Robo Combattler V OP/ED

A story about combining robots and brave heroes, which was mainstream at the time.

Chogokin toys were hugely popular, weren’t they? Anison legend Ichiro Mizuki’s distinctive, fiery vocals made this song especially popular among boys and men.

The combination scene is a surefire highlight.

Great MazingerMizuki Ichirō7rank/position

Great Mazinger OP STEREO

The robot anime Mazinger Z evolved into Great Mazinger.

It’s a robot series that many boys dreamed of.

The wild vocals of anison icon Ichiro Mizuki made a huge impact, and many people listened so much they could sing the full chorus.