[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 (111–120)
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It’s the opening theme of the TV anime Erased (Boku dake ga Inai Machi).
The broadcast version is different, but the original song has an unusual structure, with an intro that lasts over a minute and a half.
When it comes to ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION’s anime songs, powerful, shout-driven tracks like “Rewrite” and “Haruka Kanata” are famous.
In contrast, this song is more about delivering the lyrics clearly rather than sheer energy, making it a wonderful piece in its own right.
Bling-Bang-Bang-BornCreepy Nuts
A powerful track by Creepy Nuts that vividly portrays the story of a protagonist who fights with brute strength in a world where magic is the norm! With an addictive, hard-hitting chorus rhythm and a Jersey club sound that showcases turntable techniques, it’s an irresistibly compelling song.
Written as the opening theme for the second season of the anime Mashle: Magic and Muscles—Divine Visionary Candidate Exam Arc, which began airing in January 2024, this ambitious piece was crafted by R-Shitei and DJ Matsunaga over the course of about nine months.
The “BBBB Dance” went viral on social media worldwide, and the song topped the iTunes Hip-Hop charts in more than 10 countries, including Taiwan and the Czech Republic.
It’s also perfect for keeping your motivation up when you’re working toward goals, whether in sports, studying, or anything else.
Oh! RivalPorno Graffitti
This track stands out with its passionate Latin rhythms woven by Spanish guitar and accordion.
It portrays a tense, spark-sparking relationship between rivals who recognize each other as truly one-of-a-kind.
Even as they accept a fate that will never allow them to converge, their strong will to face each other head-on shakes the listener to the core.
The song was written as the theme for the film Detective Conan: Sunflowers of Inferno and released in April 2015 as their 42nd single.
It was later included on PornoGraffitti’s acclaimed album RHINOCEROS.
Don’t you feel a surge of passion welling up from deep within when you listen to it while competing with a cherished rival or in moments when you want to overcome yourself?
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This is the opening theme of the anime Dorohedoro, known for its dark worldview.
The track is by the creative unit (K)NoW_NAME and was released in 2020 as their ninth single.
Incidentally, they also produced the show’s overall music.
It’s a hard rock number brimming with an eerie vibe that perfectly matches the story, and its distinctive sound arrangement is the kind you can’t escape once you’re hooked.
Also, the break right after the chorus is incredibly cool—be sure to pay attention to it.
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This is a King Gnu song characterized by a sound that conveys intense passion and energy.
It portrays pure, powerful love that deeply moves listeners.
Released in December 2021 as the theme song for the film Jujutsu Kaisen 0, it received high acclaim across many music charts.
In December 2022, it ranked first in the Oricon Yearly Combined Singles Ranking for the 55th Annual Rankings.
The lyrics express a resolve to devote everything to a loved one and a determination to overcome suffering.
It’s a recommended track when you want to reaffirm your feelings for someone important or need the courage to face difficulties.
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A rock number with a beautiful string timbre and a driving sense of speed.
Released in 2020 as the debut single under H-el-ical//, the solo project of singer Hikaru//.
It was used as the opening theme for the anime “Gleipnir.” The way the arrangement keeps building toward the chorus is exhilarating—and the sense of openness in that chorus is incredible! Hikaru//’s mature vocals match the overall tone perfectly, making it truly wonderful.
Say My NameHEY-SMITH
Say My Name, released in 2023 by HEY-SMITH, a punk band from Osaka Prefecture, was featured as the ending theme for the Tenjiku Arc of the anime Tokyo Revengers.
It delivers a vibrant rock sound built on passionate punk and melodic hardcore, intertwined with a horn section.
The lyrics, which resonate with the story depicting characters’ emotions as they move between past and future, are also noteworthy.
It’s a fast-paced track that sings of a heroic figure who keeps fighting for their dear friends and for themselves.