[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)
Share The WorldTōhōshinki
A danceable track that perfectly matches the world of the hugely popular anime ONE PIECE! Its exhilarating, summer-ready electro sound and the powerful vocals of Tohoshinki vividly color Luffy and his crew’s grand adventure.
The theme of sharing the world with your friends and pushing ever forward evokes the passionate bonds portrayed in the story.
Released as a single in April 2009, this song was used as the opening theme for the anime’s 11th season.
It became the best-selling ONE PIECE theme song to date and was also included on the greatest hits album BEST SELECTION 2010.
It’s a courage-boosting number you’ll want to play when striving toward goals with your friends or when you need to lift your spirits.
[I Want to Get Fired Up!] A Special Feature on Hype-Raising Anime Songs (121–130)
Share The WorldTōhōshinki
A danceable track that perfectly matches the world of the hugely popular anime ONE PIECE! Its exhilarating, summer-ready electro sound and the powerful vocals of Tohoshinki vividly color Luffy and his crew’s grand adventure.
The theme of sharing the world with your friends and pushing ever forward evokes the passionate bonds portrayed in the story.
Released as a single in April 2009, this song was used as the opening theme for the anime’s 11th season.
It became the best-selling ONE PIECE theme song to date and was also included on the greatest hits album BEST SELECTION 2010.
It’s a courage-boosting number you’ll want to play when striving toward goals with your friends or when you need to lift your spirits.
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.
Miracle of BondsMAN WITH A MISSION×milet
MAN WITH A MISSION, who are highly acclaimed both in Japan and abroad, and milet, whose singing at the closing ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics drew major attention.
Their song “Kizuna no Kiseki,” written as the opening theme for the TV anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Swordsmith Village Arc, became a hot topic as a track that packs in the appeal of both artists.
From a Japanese-inspired opening, the arrangement builds into a heavy rock sound that’s sure to get your energy up just by listening.
With a catchy, fast-paced chorus that heightens anticipation for the anime, it’s a collaboration by powerhouse artists.
STARSw.o.d.
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is a three-piece rock band that had made their mark in various contests and auditions since their amateur days, and made their debut in 2018.
Their first single “STARS,” selected as the opening theme for the TV anime BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War – The Separation, hooks you right away with its memorable opening guitar riff.
The hysteric rock sound and catchy melodies seem to pair perfectly with the anime’s dark themes.
It’s a powerful rock tune whose gritty vocals will get your adrenaline pumping.
Your AdventureOkazaki Taiiku
This is the theme song for the anime Pokémon Sun & Moon by singer-songwriter Taiiku Okazaki.
It was used as the opening theme starting in October 2018, and Okazaki also performed the ending theme, which drew a lot of attention.
The classic, high-energy pop tune pairs perfectly with his familiar, easy-to-listen-to vocals.
The lyrics affirm that gaining experience—even getting sunburned or dirtying your clothes—becomes part of who you are, and they give you the courage to step into the unknown.
It’s a track brimming with positive energy that powerfully cheers on those who keep chasing their dreams, even if they’re clumsy or awkward.
It’s a hugely popular anime song that will surely give you a push when you’re starting a new challenge or feeling a bit down.
Fried Rice MUSICArukara
This is a playful, love-packed number crafted by Arukara, known as the “eccentric maestro of the rock world.” Released in November 2016 as the band’s first major-label single, the song colored the story as an ending theme for the anime Dragon Ball Super.
It’s a humorous track with bilingual phrases centered on fried rice, while showcasing advanced musicianship behind the scenes, such as slap bass.
It also brims with deep respect for the Dragon Ball series, including fan-pleasing tricks like a reverse-playback gimmick reminiscent of “Detekoi Tobikiri ZENKAI Power!” A perfect killer tune to lift your spirits.