[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 Selection of Hype Anisongs (1–10)
Sakura MitsutsukiSPYAIR
This is the opening theme of Gintama.
SPYAIR is a rock band, and this is their second tie-in with Gintama.
The bassist, MOMIKEN, commented that the song “incorporates SPYAIR’s signature catchiness with a focus on encounters and farewells.”
TOMORROWBiSH
How about a rock tune that blends coolness and cuteness? It’s a track by BiSH, the “punk band without instruments,” included on their 2020 album LETTERS.
It served as the opening theme for season 3 of the anime Kingdom.
The lyrics are fired up with the message: even if you hit a wall, you keep moving toward the future.
The song features a thrilling, fast-paced mixture rock sound, and the powerful guitar riffs are insanely cool.
GO!!!FLOW
If you’re from that generation, you might still be singing it at karaoke today.
This song became a hit after being featured as the opening theme for the anime Naruto, based on the Jump manga.
It’s one of the signature tracks by the rock band FLOW, released in 2004.
It’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser at their concerts.
With its powerful message of “Go forward just as you believe,” it’s an encouraging anthem and a classic that stands out in anime music history.
[I Want to Get Fired Up!] Anisong Special to Boost Your Hype (11–20)
Kaikai KitanEVE
A digital-only single and the fourth major release by singer-songwriter Eve, who has been active primarily on the internet as a vocalist and Vocaloid producer.
The track was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen.
Having read the original manga beforehand, Eve crafted the song to capture the work’s imagery.
Despite its complexity, the catchy melody is easy for children to remember, and together with the anime’s atmosphere, it creates an exhilarating track that lifts the listener’s spirits.
Ready toKagemori Michiru (CV: Morohoshi Sumire)
This song was chosen as the opening theme for the anime “BNA: Brand New Animal.” It’s sung by Sumire Morohoshi, the voice actress who played the protagonist, Michiru Kagemori.
First off, the intro is fantastic! It radiates a charm that makes you want to sing along and clap your hands.
With its upbeat rhythm, crisp vocal delivery, and snappy melody line, it’s packed with elements that get you hooked.
The lyrics carry a powerful message—forge your own path—which is really encouraging.
It might lift your spirits and energize you when you’re feeling down.
D-tecnoLifeUVERworld
It’s the debut single by UVERworld, released in 2005, and it was used as the theme song for the anime BLEACH! With UVERworld’s signature loud guitar sound, TAKUYA∞’s fresh yet cool vocals, and an electro-infused programmed beat ringing throughout, this track is quintessential UVERworld.
If you watched BLEACH in real time back then, there’s a good chance this song left a strong impression on you.
And if you sing it at karaoke with people from the same generation, it’s guaranteed to get everyone hyped!
Q-vismWho-ya Extended
A stylish anisong that blends chic flair with searing intensity.
It’s the opening theme for the anime PSYCHO-PASS 3, a track by the creator unit Who-ya Extended.
Released in 2019 as their debut single, it feels as if the song has crammed the suspense-laden story straight into its core—there’s no word for it but cool.
And Who-ya’s sweet vocals match the track’s mood perfectly, giving it a charm you can listen to on repeat.