Popular Western Music Anime Song Ranking [2026]

Blue HabitatKitanitatsuya96rank/position

Where Our Blue Is / Tatsuya Kitani

Tatsuya Kitani is a multi-creator known for his work as the Vocaloid producer “Konnichiwa Tanita-san” and as a support bassist for Yorushika.

This song, included as the title track of the EP “Ao no Sumika,” released in July 2023, was chosen as the opening theme for the second season of the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen, “Hidden Inventory / Premature Death,” and is a renowned piece with high recognition in the United States.

The lyrics, which skillfully express the unique radiance of youth and the sense of loss that comes with growing up, are deeply moving.

Its driving guitar-rock sound and slightly wistful melody line perfectly match the anime’s worldview.

It’s a heart-stirring number recommended for those who want to look back on precious memories of the past or immerse themselves in an emotional mood.

IRIS OUTYonezu Kenshi97rank/position

Kenshi Yonezu – IRIS OUT

This is a Kenshi Yonezu track whose overwhelmingly intense energy and driving rock sound grab listeners’ hearts in an instant and never let go.

Crafted while poring over the pages of the original manga, the song brilliantly captures the story’s world, where fierce battles and aching emotions collide.

Written as the theme for the theatrical feature “Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc,” released in September 2025, it drew worldwide attention, debuting early at events in the United States.

Following the TV anime, this work also made waves as a renewed collaboration with MAPPA.

It’s the perfect song for boosting your mood with its energetic sound or for lingering in the afterglow of the story.

KICKBACKYonezu Kenshi98rank/position

Kenshi Yonezu – KICKBACK

Kenshi Yonezu is a singer-songwriter who continues to redefine the concept of J-pop with overwhelming originality.

Released in 2022 as the opening theme for the TV anime Chainsaw Man, the song made global headlines by becoming the first-ever Japanese-language track to be certified Gold by the RIAA in 2023, and then achieving Platinum in 2025.

Its lyrics, which portray the protagonist’s yearning for a peaceful life in stark contrast with a self-destructive impulse, merge with a thrilling sound marked by relentless key changes to leave listeners awestruck.

The weighty beat—crafted with Daiki Tsuneta of King Gnu as a co-arranger—feels perfect for blowing away pent-up frustration or soundtracking a workout that pushes your body to the limit.

For the First Time in ForeverKristen Bell & Idina Menzel99rank/position

For the First Time in Forever – Frozen HD 1080p

This is a song featured as a musical number in Disney’s 2013 film Frozen.

In karaoke, it often plays together with scenes from the movie, so you can enjoy watching the protagonist, Anna, sing cheerfully.

Minions Banana SongMinions100rank/position

Despicable Me 2 | Minions Banana Song (2013) SNSD TTS

Minions are characters that appear in a popular film, first introduced in the 2010 movie “Despicable Me 3D.” Since then, many merchandise items have been released, and they have become popular characters, with many people—from children to adults—owning Minions goods.