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

Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICHane Keisuke
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 writerAraki Jakkan
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-Inducing Anime Songs (141–150)

Withnaitomea

NIGHTMARE 「With」 MUSIC VIDEO

Withnaitomea

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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Become a flowerRyokushokushakai

Ryokuoushoku Shakai “Become a Flower” Official Video / Ryokuoushoku Shakai – Be a Flower

Become a flowerRyokushokushakai

Ryokuoushoku Shakai’s new song was chosen as the opening theme for the anime “The Apothecary Diaries.” The intro, which begins with powerful drums and razor-sharp synth riffs, feels like a true signal that the story is about to unfold.

While reflecting the anime’s worldview, the lyrics also carry the band’s distinctive message.

Released early in October 2023, the track captivated many listeners with its addictive, catchy melody and clear, airy vocals.

Centered on themes of self-love and inner beauty, the lyrics offer an encouraging message that resonates with the listener’s heart.

It’s the perfect song for lifting your spirits or taking a moment to reflect on yourself.

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Flying DeityAyase×R-shitei

Flying Deity

Flying DeityAyase×R-shitei

Hiten, a digital single chosen as the opening theme for the newly remade 2023 TV anime Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Swordsman Romantic Story.

Created by R-Shitei—known from Creepy Nuts and Umeda Cipher—and Ayase, active as a Vocaloid producer and a member of YOASOBI, the track’s breakneck call-and-response creates a thrilling ensemble that really amps you up.

The lyrics, which link to the anime’s story, evoke a universal theme: even in doubt, you can only keep moving forward.

It’s a track that lingers with the striking contrast between aggressive rap and lyrical melody.

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[I Want to Get Fired Up!] A Special Feature on Hype Anime Songs (151–160)

Flying DeityAyase × R-Shitei

Ayase × R-Shitei “Hiten” Official Music Video

Flying Deity Ayase × R-Shitei

The opening theme song for the anime Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Swordsman Romantic Story, born from a collaboration between R-Shitei and Ayase of YOASOBI.

Its message—living in the present so that you can even come to love the wounds you’ve suffered—powerfully resonates, portraying a protagonist who keeps fighting head-on despite regret, setbacks, and countless obstacles.

No matter how many times you fall, stand up and take flight toward greater heights.

With that strong will embedded in it, be sure to listen, sing along, and charge up to your next step!

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RAISE INSIGHTWANDS

WANDS「RAISE INSIGHT」MV

RAISE INSIGHTWANDS

The nationally beloved anime Detective Conan.

The song chosen as its opening theme is RAISE INSIGHT.

It’s a track by the rock band WANDS.

The lyrics liken painful experiences and sad pasts to rain, and as the skies eventually clear, they evoke a sense of a brilliant future ahead.

The driving, fast-paced guitar sound matches the anime’s atmosphere perfectly.

As you listen, pay attention to the phrases that evoke a sense of story.

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The BeastWagakki Band

Wagakki Band / The Beast MV (Anime “Baki Hanma” Wildman War Arc Opening Theme)

The BeastWagakki Band

Wagakki Band, known for their style that fuses Japanese and Western elements, created “The Beast” as the opening theme for the anime Baki Hanma: The Wildman War.

While the band has released many songs with a cool vibe up to now, this track matches the anime’s tough image with an intense sound.

At the same time, it retains a sense of sorrow and fragility—that’s a key point.

If you like cool, powerful songs, definitely give it a listen.

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VIVID VICEWho-ya Extended

Who-ya Extended “VIVID VICE” Music Video TV anime ‘Jujutsu Kaisen’ OP theme

VIVID VICEWho-ya Extended

Who-ya Extended is a creators’ unit known for producing many anime songs.

They also handled the opening theme for the second cour of the anime Jujutsu Kaisen, titled “VIVID VICE.” While it’s a rock song, the vocals aren’t overly intense and have an airy quality.

This approach reflects their desire to express the anime’s world and the characters’ growth.

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In conclusion

We’ve just introduced a bunch of high-energy anime songs—did you find any new favorites? There were all kinds, from tracks that boost your spirits just by listening to them, to classic karaoke anthems guaranteed to get the crowd hyped! We picked songs both old and new, so it might be fun to check out the anime that feature the tracks you liked.