[Nostalgic] Classic and Popular Anime Songs Recommended for People in Their 30s

WILD CHALLENGERJINDOU

WILD CHALLENGER [Bobobo-bo Bo-bobo OP full]

The anime Bobobo-bo Bo-bobo, based on a Jump manga, became a hot topic for its utterly over-the-top worldview.

Its Season 1 opening theme is “WILD CHALLENGER,” performed by the nu-metal/mixture rock band JINDOU and released in 2004.

The razor-sharp sound arrangement has an infectious energy that makes you want to jump around! Because it’s such a bold, gag-filled anime, a high-powered track like this is a perfect fit!

A Cruel Angel's ThesisYoko Takahashi

“Cruel Angel’s Thesis” MUSIC VIDEO (HD ver.) / Zankoku na Tenshi no Te-ze “The Cruel Angel’s Thesis”

Even people who haven’t seen the work have probably heard it somewhere—“A Cruel Angel’s Thesis” is that famous.

It became a huge hit as the opening theme for the anime Neon Genesis Evangelion.

With its dramatic progression, cryptic lyrics that hint at the series’ worldview, and a chorus phrase that repeats again and again, it’s a curious song that makes your heart race while stirring a sense of unease.

It grabs hold of that chuunibyo-like mindset lurking in everyone.

My heart is pounding.↑THE HIGH-LOWS↓

Mune Ga Dokidoki

Detective anime Detective Conan has continued to gain popularity over many years.

New merchandise and episodes keep being produced one after another, and its popularity shows no signs of waning.

Its openings and endings have also featured numerous classic songs.

When you think of Conan’s music, which artists and which tracks come to mind? The very first opening theme, marking a milestone, was The High-Lows’ Mune ga Dokidoki, a straight-ahead rock tune.

Looking back now, it might seem like a slightly unexpected choice!

CONFUSED MEMORIESYūko Tsuburaya

Tsuburaya Yuuko-CONFUSED MEMORIES(FULL)(Kindaichi Case Files OP 1)

There must be some of you who were glued to the TV, piecing together the mystery.

This is the song used as the opening theme for the anime The Kindaichi Case Files.

It’s sung by Yuko Tsuburaya, a singer who also thrived as an idol.

It was released in 1997.

The sound production by music producer Tetsuya Komuro is, as expected, seriously cool! The stylish, cool vibe and her crystal-clear, stunning vocals are a perfect match—truly outstanding.

Full of dreamsYumiko Seki

OP1 – Full of Dreams

The first opening number of the anime Chibi Maruko-chan.

Many of you probably remember the opening visuals that start with a view of Mitsuya, the mom-and-pop candy shop that appears in Maruko’s world.

In addition to being used on TV, the song was also chosen as the ending theme for the film released in 1990.

It’s a truly dream-filled song that adds a sparkling splash of color to the Showa-era world where Maruko lives.

With love, with sorrow, and with strength in my heartRyoko Shinohara

Longing, Sadness, and Strength of Heart – Ryoko Shinohara with T. Komuro (Lyrics Included, Full)

When you think of Ryoko Shinohara, this is the song that comes to mind: “Itoshisa to Setsunasa to Kokorozuyosa to.” Produced by Tetsuya Komuro, who was at the height of his popularity at the time, it drew a lot of attention and became a huge hit as an insert song in the film Street Fighter II: The Movie.

The dramatic melody of the chorus sticks in your head after just one listen.

I’ll be the oneHΛL

I’ll be the one

The opening theme of the anime “Hikaru no Go.” HΛL, who handled the track, is a group that composes, arranges, and sound-produces music for artists.

“Hikaru no Go” is an anime centered on the board game Go, and it sparked a Go boom among elementary and middle school students.

Some even went on to become professional players! It’s a song that gives a strong push to those who are ready to take on battles on the Go board.