The Tensei Terebi-kun series, which began airing in 1993—many of you probably watched it often during your elementary or middle school days, right?
Some of you who watched it as kids may now be parents yourselves, watching it together with your own children.
For fans of Tensei Terebi-kun, the songs that have been played since back then are surely nostalgic, aren’t they?
In this article, we’ll introduce lots of songs, focusing on the theme songs from the Tensei Terebi-kun series!
We’ve picked out everything from nostalgic classics to the latest tracks, so please take your time and enjoy listening.
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Theme songs from 'Tensai TV-kun': A roundup of popular tracks (1–10)
Hello, helloterebi senshi 2020 (sakushi/sakkyoku: n-buna)
This song was broadcast as the opening theme for the 2020 and 2021 seasons of “Tensai TV-kun hello.” The lyrics and composition were handled by n-buna, a Vocaloid producer and the guitarist/composer for Yorushika.
The firmly driven percussion and the fast-paced piano tones leave a striking impression.
The lyrics, which seem to sing of hope for the future, express children’s potential and also evoke the program’s SDGs-themed initiatives.
Vertical! Horizontal! Diagonal! The power of everyone!terebi senshi 2017 (sakushi sakkyoku: Mizuno Yoshiki)
This song was used as the ending theme for the new series Tenkai TV-kun YOU starting in 2017, and it aired from the 2017 through 2019 seasons.
Yoshiki Mizuno, the leader and guitarist of Ikimono-gakari, was in charge of composing the track.
The lineup of singers changed depending on the year, but the song remained the ending theme throughout Tenkai TV-kun YOU.
Although it features a digital sound, its structure evokes a touch of traditional Japanese flavor, and the lyrics incorporate brush-style calligraphy, aligning with the show’s storyline to make it a particularly intriguing piece.
DAIJOUBU!Nishikawa Takanori
This song was broadcast in 2018 as an insert track.
The lyrics and composition were handled by Yoshiki Mizuno, the guitarist of Ikimono-gakari, and the vocals were performed by the 2018 TV Warriors and Takanori Nishikawa, who appeared as the training robot Marvelous Nishikawa.
It’s a positive song that seems to embody the character of Marvelous Nishikawa, encouraging people who are troubled and whisking them away on an adventure.
Thanks to his signature powerful vocals that make the lyrics clearly audible, the song’s message comes across directly.
Love Songterebi senshi 2011 (sakushi • sakkyoku: Kiyosaku)
This song was used as the ending theme for the 2011 season of “Dai! Tensai Terebi-kun,” which had been revamped into a new series.
It’s performed by the Terebi Senshi who appeared in 2011, and a major highlight is that Kiyosaku from MONGOL800 handled both the lyrics and composition.
The lyrics, which seem to depict boys and girls heading toward a bright future, are striking, and when paired with the straightforward rock sound characteristic of MONGOL800, the track strongly evokes the spirit of youth.
Let’s go by time machinesukanchi
This is the song that was used as the opening theme for “Tensai Terebi-kun” from the 1993 to 1995 seasons.
It was performed by the rock band Scanch, formed around ROLLY.
It’s refreshing and fast-paced, and the keyboard tones that come in at key moments give it a near-futuristic feel that seems to express the show’s world.
The inclusion of the program’s title in the lyrics also conveys a sense of respect for the show.
It’s an uplifting track that feels like it’s telling you something fun is about to begin.
Definitely! The Futureterebi senshi 2006 (sakushi: Out of Box, sakkyoku: Sasanuma Tadashi)
This is a song that was aired as the opening theme for Tenkai Terebikun MAX in the 2006 season.
The show’s 2006 concept involved traveling aboard a spaceship called “Yugedale” in search of a new frontier, and the music evokes the feeling of setting off on an adventure.
The sound grows more powerful toward the chorus, and the lyrics are memorable for expressing hope for the future.
Another highlight is the clearly defined vocal parts, which let you experience the unique qualities of each Terebi Senshi’s voice.
See you tomorrowterebi senshi 2021 (sakushi sakkyoku: n-buna)
This is a song that was aired in 2021 as the ending theme for “Tensai TV-kun hello.” Like the other ending theme, “Hello Hello,” the lyrics and composition were done by n-buna, the guitarist and composer of Yorushika.
The lyrics are striking in how they overlay the swiftly passing time of dusk with the limited period of childhood.
Precisely because time is limited, the song conveys both a poignant determination and a forward-looking spirit to live each moment to the fullest.