[Masterpieces] A Special Feature on Anime Songs to Listen to in Spring! A roundup of god-tier tracks that make your heart dance

Chasing Dreams!Supesharu Wiiku (CV: Waki Azumi) Sairensu Suzuka (CV: Takano Marika) Toukai Teiou (CV: Machico) Uokka (CV: Oohashi Ayaka) Daiwa Sukaaretto (CV: Kimura Chisaki) Goorudo Shippu (CV: Ueda Hitomi) Mejiro Makkuiin (CV: Oonishi Saori)

Non-Credit Opening for the TV Anime 'Uma Musume: Pretty Derby Season 2'

It’s the opening theme of the anime Uma Musume: Pretty Derby Season 2.

The sound, which features many brass instruments starting with the fanfare at the beginning, heightens the song’s sense of speed while also reflecting the content of the work.

The lyrics are striking as well, expressing a strong determination to move toward one’s goals and feelings for someone important who stays by your side and helps you grow.

It’s a song filled with a burning passion in the heart, yet it also carries a bright and fun atmosphere.

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Thank youSun Set Swish

SunSetSwish “Thank You”

Ending theme of ‘Big Windup!’.

The single word “thank you” that I couldn’t say to the important person who taught me not to give up during my youth.

The lyrics are filled with the strong feelings I want to convey and the words I couldn’t say, which I realized only after we were apart.

Growing UpMachico

TV anime “KonoSuba: God’s Blessing on This Wonderful World! 3” Non-Credit Opening Video [KonoSuba]

Within its bright and refreshing melody, this song is filled with the genuine feelings of young people chasing their dreams.

It expresses the anxiety and fear that linger even as they hold ambition in their hearts, as well as the strength to keep looking forward and moving on.

Machico’s gentle vocals, which sing about growing together with friends while cherishing one’s individuality, resonate deeply.

The song was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime “KonoSuba: God’s Blessing on This Wonderful World! 3,” which began airing in April 2024.

It’s a track that not only enhances the anime, but also gives a supportive push to those starting a new chapter in life or striving toward their dreams.

Seven-colored ArchPokemon BW Gasshoudan

Seven-colored Arch

This song features a bright melody that evokes the breath of spring.

Performed by the Pokémon BW Choir, it was released digitally in March 2012 as the ending theme for the anime Pokémon: Best Wishes.

Its lyrics, full of hope and dreams, resonate deeply.

Under a blue sky, it depicts stepping toward the future with shining eyes, encouraging listeners to transform both joy and sorrow into strength for tomorrow and take flight.

It’s perfect for those embarking on a new chapter.

Bathed in spring sunlight, this is a track that gives a gentle push to keep moving toward your dreams.

For 4 ForeverRikka (CV: Tanaka Chiemi) Chiyo (CV: Murakami Natsumi) Sekine (CV: Sakura Ayane) Tsubasa (CV: Han Megumi)

For 4 Forever

“For 4 Forever” is the ending theme of the anime “The Little Lies We All Tell.” The anime portrays the everyday lives of four middle school girls, and the song is performed by the four voice actresses who play them: Chiemi Tanaka, Natsumi Murakami, Ayane Sakura, and Megumi Han.

Since it’s presented as being sung by the characters, the lyrics are crafted to celebrate youthful days.

The driving sound and uplifting lyrics convey the excitement that students feel when a new school term begins in spring.

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Route BLUENakajima Yuki

Route BLUE

Route BLUE is the ending theme of the anime Shikimori’s Not Just a Cutie, which portrays romance between students.

The song is by Yuki Nakashima, a multi-talented model and voice actor.

Set to an electro-style sound, its lyrics depict relatable romantic situations and bittersweet feelings.

Overall, it leaves a fresh impression that’s perfect for spring.

Be sure to pay attention to her expressive vocals, which are at times powerful and at other times delicate.

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Memento of SpringHajime Chitose

CHITOSE HAJIME Moto Chitose · Memento of Spring 2008.5.31 in Minamata City

An exotic, oriental-style anime song.

It’s a track by singer Chitose Hajime, known for the smash-hit debut single “Watatsumi no Ki,” released in 2006 as her seventh single.

It was used as the ending theme for the anime Ayakashi: Samurai Horror Tales, which is based on traditional Japanese ghost stories.

The ethereal sound pairs perfectly with the fragile message in the lyrics—“I will keep thinking of you forever”—and it brings me to tears.

Ideally, listen while gazing at a scene of cherry blossoms drifting in the wind.

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