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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)

flash[Alexandros]

[Alexandros] – Flash (MV) Theme Song of Mobile Suit Gundam: Hathaway's Flash

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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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slashyama

yama 'slash' Lyric Video (TV anime 'Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury' Season 2 Opening)

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Slash is a track distinguished by its striking use of strings.

Written by yama as the opening theme for the anime Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury Season 2, the song conveys the inner feelings of various characters, using key changes to express shifts in perspective.

Its structure also accelerates toward the end, building a palpable sense of climax.

Be sure to listen for how the lyrics in the first and second verses form a paired relationship, too.

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Withnaitomea

NIGHTMARE 「With」 MUSIC VIDEO

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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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PlazmaYonezu Kenshi

Kenshi Yonezu – Plazma

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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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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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