[I Want to Get Fired Up!] A Special Feature on Anime Songs That Pump You Up
Anime songs, now even considered a music genre in their own right, enjoy immense popularity.
Many people got hooked on anime by watching shows tied to their favorite musicians—and the reverse is true as well!
From among these inseparable companions to anime, this article will introduce tracks that are sure to get you pumped up when you listen to them.
They’re all certified classics, and before you know it, you might find yourself wanting to watch the anime they’re from.
Use this list in all sorts of situations: when you’re feeling low, when you want to boost your mood, or when you’re searching for anime songs that will get the crowd going at karaoke!
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[I Want to Get Fired Up!] A Special Feature on Hype Anime Songs (71–80)
Monochrome KissShido
Lately, I feel like visual kei bands like SID have been taking on anime theme songs more often.
Mao, the vocalist, makes great use of his higher voice to sing across various genres.
He also has a lot of fans thanks to his sweet looks.
RealizeSuzuki Konomi
It’s the opening theme for season 2 of the anime Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World.
It’s sung by Konomi Suzuki, a singer who won the All-Japan Anisong Grand Prix and has since performed numerous anime theme songs.
Released in 2020 as her 18th single, it’s a hard rock number resonating with grand string sounds that seem to project the scale of the series.
And riding on top of that, Suzuki’s powerful vocals are simply irresistible.
Just be yourselfwāsuta
This is the theme song of the anime Idol Time PriPara, which depicts the story of girls aiming to become legendary idols.
It carries a positive message about cherishing the present moment.
The glittering melody makes it a very cute track.
[I Want to Get Fired Up!] A Collection of Hype Anisongs (81–90)
Saiyan BloodBejīta (Horikawa Ryō)
It’s a legendary track among fans that hurls the very soul of a solitary warrior right at you.
Ryo Horikawa’s powerful shouts fully convey the unshakable pride and blazing fighting spirit of a warrior race.
The song is included on the album “Dragon Ball Kai SONG COLLECTION,” released in November 2009.
In the anime Dragon Ball Kai, it was used as an insert song in Episode 41.
Listen to it when you’re pushing past your limits or heading into a battle you absolutely can’t lose—it’ll make strength surge up from deep within.
ChallengerMatsumoto Rika
This is the song that was used as the opening theme for the anime Pokémon Advanced Generation from April 2004 through episode 104.
Sung by Rika Matsumoto, who also voices the protagonist Ash (Satoshi), her powerful vocals perfectly herald the start of an adventure.
The lyrics convey a challenger’s spirit—never giving up no matter the hardship and pushing forward to the very end.
It’s a track brimming with positive energy that faces down the wall in front of you without fear.
Incidentally, it’s also included on the acclaimed 2023 release BEST OF BEST OF BEST 1997–2023.
If you listen to it when you’re starting something new, it’s sure to give you a push.
Battle FrontierTakaya Akina
This is a track that truly resonates, featuring Akina Takaya’s powerful vocals that opened the anime Pokémon: Advanced Generation.
It’s not just relentlessly upbeat; the lyrics convey a sense of resolve to face any hardship, carrying the oath shared with friends close to heart.
The warped guitar sound in the intro and the rhythmic phrasing that heightens the excitement of battles are especially striking! Released in July 2005, the song accompanied episodes 135 through 165 of the anime and was also tied in with the movie Lucario and the Mystery of Mew.
It vividly brings to mind intense showdowns with rivals and the protagonists charging toward their goals.
Perfect for times when you want to fire yourself up.
OtonokeCreepy Nuts
Creepy Nuts, who stormed the scene with the massive hit “Bling-Bang-Bang-Born.” Their new track was written specifically as the opening theme for the TV anime Dandadan.
It expresses the idea of music possessing people with the unique concept of a “sonic apparition,” perfectly syncing with the series’ occult worldview.
Over DJ Matsunaga’s exhilarating, fast-paced track, R-Shitei weaves lyrics that cleverly evoke famous horror works and popular manga, revealing new layers with every listen.
Given its quality, it’s no surprise it topped the Billboard Japan Hot 100 after its release in October 2024.
It’s a perfect song not only for fans of the anime but also for anyone who wants to immerse themselves in Creepy Nuts’ meticulously crafted wordplay.