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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)

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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UNDER THE TREESiM

SiM – UNDER THE TREE (Full Length Ver.) Anime Special Ver.

UNDER THE TREESiM

SiM is a rock band that could be called indispensable to Japan’s rock scene, known for hosting large-scale music festivals.

In 2023, they released UNDER THE TREE, a track chosen as the theme song for the anime Attack on Titan The Final Season Part 3 (Part 1).

The lyrics, which evoke Mikasa’s feelings for Eren, connect closely with the story.

It’s a track where a rock sound resonates—thrilling strings intertwine with a weighty band performance.

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Touch offUVERworld

TV anime The Promised Neverland non-credit opening

Touch offUVERworld

UVERworld, whose name means “to go beyond our own world,” continues to evolve just as their name suggests.

Their 34th single, “Touch off,” chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime The Promised Neverland, features UVERworld’s signature complex song structure and passionate saxophone tones that really elevate the energy.

The heavy, forward-driving beat and memorable choral work not only align with the anime’s worldview but also conjure up the excitement of a live performance.

It’s a loud, expansive rock tune that makes you want to raise your fist and sing along.

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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.”

Raran RhapsodyWANIMA

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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SeventeenYOASOBI

YOASOBI “Seventeen” Official Music Video

SeventeenYOASOBI

Seventeen has also drawn attention as a collaboration between YOASOBI and Miyuki Miyabe.

It’s based on The Mismatched Cards, a suspense novel featuring a 17-year-old girl as the protagonist.

The song channels that dense story through a driving, fast-paced sound.

A key change is used in the scene where the protagonist gets caught up in the incident, perhaps symbolizing her stepping into a chaotic world.

There’s also another key change just before the final chorus.

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