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[I Want to Get Fired Up!] A Special Feature on Anime Songs That Pump You Up

Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICKeisuke Hane
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. After working in a music studio and handling wedding sound, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with a variety of instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in junior high school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on my own musical activities and the experience gained through my work, I produce daily articles, including various song introductions, features on music festivals around the country, and live reports. In music, I enjoy not only rock from Japan and abroad but, lately, a wide range of J-pop as well.
A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerWakachan Araki
I’ve worked in a variety of roles—regardless of pro or amateur settings—including live event PA, cameraman for video and photography, restaurant staff, and logistics center staff. I now spend my days as a part-time writer. I’ve contributed to music and manga websites with feature/review articles, and wrote the liner notes included as a bonus for 1st PLACE Inc.’s “IA SUPER BEST.” As for my music background, I started playing guitar in junior high and focused on band activities during my school years. For over 15 years since then, up to the present, I’ve continued releasing original tracks as a Vocaloid producer. My areas of expertise are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.

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!

[I Want to Get Fired Up!] A Special Feature on Hype-Anime Songs (131–140)

FAKEitSawanoHiroyuki[nZk]:Laco

SawanoHiroyuki[nZk]:Laco「FAKEit」Music Video Fate/strange Fake -Whispers of Dawn- ver.

FAKEitSawanoHiroyuki[nZk]:Laco

Hiroyuki Sawano, also known as nZk, has worked on numerous anime songs.

The unit formed by him and singer Laco is SawanoHiroyuki[nZk]:Laco.

They also garnered attention for handling the opening theme of the anime Fate/strange Fake -Whispers of Dawn-.

Their track, FAKEit, lyrically captures the worldview of the anime, where characters engage in battles.

It’s a remarkably stylish song.

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WithNightmare

NIGHTMARE 「With」 MUSIC VIDEO

With Nightmare

Nightmare is a visual-kei rock band, well known for producing numerous anime theme songs.

They wrote “With” as the opening theme for the anime The Last Summoner.

It’s a high-energy track that conveys the protagonist’s resolve to confront a cruel world.

The subtle touches—like the sampled ticking of a clock woven in at key moments—are also compelling.

Plus, the music video, which showcases the band performing in darkness, is exceptionally engaging.

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01Queen Bee

TV Anime 'Undead Unluck' Non-Credit Opening Movie / Opening Theme: QUEEN BEE '01' | Undead Unluck Noncredit Opening Movie

01 Queen Bee

“01,” chosen as the opening theme for the anime Undead Unluck, was released in 2023 by Queen Bee, a rock band drawing attention across music, dance, fashion, and more.

The song depicts the protagonists—who bear the traits of immortality and misfortune—struggling to live while confronting their own destinies.

It opens with tribal-tinged guitar and choral elements, unfolding into a fast-paced band performance.

Paired with Avu-chan’s passionate yet cool vocals, it’s a rock number that sparks anticipation for the start of new days.

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Raran RhapsodyWANIMA

WANIMA “Radiant Rhapsody” OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO — Theme song for episode 6 of the Amazon Original drama “Oshi no Ko.”

Raging Rhapsody WANIMA

A WANIMA track packed with pounding-heart urgency, sweaty palms, and unstoppable passion.

Like stars shining in the pitch-black night guiding the way, its danceable beat and exhilarating, fast-paced sound blow away the suffocating feeling of anxiety.

Included on the EP “Sorry Not Sorry,” it was also used as the theme song for episode 6 of the Amazon Original drama “Oshi no Ko.” Released on December 2, 2024, its sound deftly weaves together elements of rock, dance, and punk, giving a powerful push to your first step toward your goals.

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flash[Alexandros]

[Alexandros] – Flash (MV)

Flash [Alexandros]

This is a song by [Alexandros] that stands out for its grand worldbuilding and exhilarating sound.

The lyrics, which depict the protagonist’s growth, struggles, and resolve for the future, resonate deeply with listeners.

You can feel a strong will to overcome past traumas and fears and move forward into a new world, conveyed through powerful vocals and a memorable guitar riff.

Released in May 2021 as their 19th single, it was chosen as the theme song for the feature anime Mobile Suit Gundam: Hathaway.

The music video, filmed at Nippon Steel’s East Japan Works (Kashima area), brilliantly expresses the song’s worldview.

It’s a reassuring anthem that gently supports those trying to take a new step or move forward beyond past experiences.

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PlazmaKenshi Yonezu

Kenshi Yonezu – Plazma

Plazma Kenshi Yonezu

Kenshi Yonezu has written an original song—its swiftly shifting tension and energy being its greatest appeal—as the theme for the feature film Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX -Beginning-.

Carrying a message of “challenging beyond oneself” and “the energy to expand possibility,” its grand sound is sure to gently push forward those who feel impatient or anxious.

Released to the world alongside the film in January 2025, this work marks Yonezu’s first collaboration with the Gundam series.

It’s a track you’ll want to hear when you feel restless or when you want to believe in your own potential.

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ReawakeR (feat.Felix of Stray Kids)LiSA

LiSA『ReawakeR (feat. Felix of Stray Kids)』MUSiC CLiP

ReawakeR (feat.Felix of Stray Kids)LiSA

This ambitious work brings together LiSA, the queen of the anison world known for belting out a strong resolve to carve out one’s destiny, and a featuring collaboration with the K-pop group Stray Kids.

Skillfully fusing rock and electronic elements, it expresses a story of rebirth and growth through a sweeping sound.

The song will serve as the opening theme for the TV anime Solo Leveling Season 2 – Arise from the Shadow -, airing from January 2025, with a CD single release scheduled for March.

With a powerful melody that resonates with hearts tired from work and lyrics that inspire you to face forward, this uplifting anthem is sure to become a source of strength for everyone giving their all each day.

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