[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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Crimson Bow and ArrowLinked Horizon
This is the second single by Linked Horizon, the music unit led by sound creator Revo.
Chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Attack on Titan—which became a social phenomenon and was even adapted into a live-action film—the song’s structure, beginning with goosebump-inducing choral vocals, heightens anticipation for the anime.
Its grand, martial-inspired arrangement and the tension that permeates the entire track align with the anime’s worldview, making it a number that boosts your excitement when experienced alongside the show.
The Everlasting Guilty CrownEGOIST
It’s the opening theme for the second cour of the popular anime Guilty Crown.
The driving tempo and the vocals that convey a sense of strong will are wonderful.
Even in sadness, the lyrics refuse to abandon hope, which brings back memories of the exciting climax toward the end of the anime.
Hare Hare YukaiHirano Aya, Chihara Minori, Goto Yuko
For the ending theme of The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya, the vocals are performed by the voice actors who appeared in the anime: Aya Hirano, Minori Chihara, and Yuko Goto.
The ending depicts the characters dancing to this song, and that presentation became a hot topic at the time.
Ready to RockBAND-MAID
BAND-MAID is a hard rock band that dons maid outfits and makes waves around the world.
Their striking contrast between graceful looks and ferocious performances continues to captivate fans both in Japan and abroad.
Released in April 2025, this work was selected as the opening theme for the TV anime “Rock Is a Lady’s Accomplishment.” It’s a powerful track that straightforwardly expresses inner desire and passion, perfectly matching the story of a young lady awakening to rock.
It also drew attention for the performance scenes in the anime, where the band members themselves handled the motion capture.
When you want to break through the status quo and charge forward, give their blazing performance a listen.
MethodKroi
This is a fiery rock tune by Kroi, a band drawing attention for their genre-blending, freewheeling mix of styles.
With a powerful groove, it vividly captures a thrilling atmosphere where everyday life and combat seem to intersect.
Released in July 2025 as their third single, it was chosen as the opening theme for the second cour of the TV anime SAKAMOTO DAYS.
It’s the kind of song you’ll want to play when it’s time to go all in or instantly boost your energy.
Dive into the exhilarating rush of its richly layered sounds.
Rhapsody of the Blue Skyfhána
It’s the theme song for the anime Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid, which portrays the chaotic everyday life of a human and a humanoid dragon maid.
Released in 2017 as fhána’s 10th single, it’s an upbeat, cute, and highly recommended feel-good song.
only my railgunfripSide
It’s the opening theme of the popular anime A Certain Scientific Railgun.
As the title suggests, it has a modern sound.
The fast-paced development pairs well with the high-pitched vocals.
All of this anime series’ openings are sung by fripSide, and each one is modern, futuristic, distinctive, and full of classics.