[Burning] A Collection of Hype, Hot Anime Songs

Get OverDream

dream / Get Over (dream party 2006 ～love & dream～)

“Get Over” means “to overcome.” It was used as the theme song for the anime Hikaru no Go, and its lyrics—perfectly suited to a protagonist who grows through the game of go—are memorable.

Since the series sparked a nationwide go boom in Japan, many people likely have fond memories of it.

far awayASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION

ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION 'Haruka Kanata'

Among the many classic songs from the anime NARUTO, this is one of the most famous.

It was used around the time of the Chunin Exams arc, and its driving melody and energetic guitar sound—almost as if expressing the impatience of young ninjas—are really cool.

Aim to be a Pokémon MasterMatsumoto Rika

Aim to be a Pokémon Master

It’s the first opening theme of the national hit anime “Pokémon.” Since it’s a song everyone knows, it always gets the crowd going at karaoke.

No matter how many times I hear it, the chorus lyrics really move me.

It’s a track that makes you feel like you can recover what’s important in your heart.

Long shotMaeshima Mayu

TV anime “Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World-” 2nd season, second cour opening theme “Long shot” MV

Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World, a story that has gained popularity for its portrayal of a boy who uses his “return by death” ability to reclaim the irreplaceable moments that truly existed and to confront a harsh fate.

Long shot is the opening theme for Season 2, sung by Mayu Maeshima.

Its lyrics are notably stylish, blending English and Japanese in a well-balanced way.

Just before the chorus, there’s a coolness with an undercurrent of chill, and in the chorus the brisk tempo really stands out.

The synthesizer tones running in the background give it a near-futuristic and wonderful feel.

Genesis of AquarionAKINO

Sousei no Aquarion (Cover)

A solo number by AKINO, who is also a member of bless4.

It was used as the opening theme for the anime “Genesis of Aquarion.” The CD sold over two million copies, and downloads surpassed three million—a massive hit.

The song keeps building with a thundering drive, and in the chorus AKINO’s high notes burst forth brilliantly! The steady four-on-the-floor beat further amps up the groove and gets your body moving!

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BUMP OF CHICKEN 'Karma'

It’s the theme song for the game and anime Tales of the Abyss.

The vocalist Motoo Fujiwara wrote and composed it in line with the story.

The melody has a fantastic sense of drive, and the lyrics carry a strong message.

Watching the anime or playing the game makes the meaning of the lyrics even clearer.

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If It Shines / Goose house

It’s the opening theme of the anime Your Lie in April.

The intro kicks off with a powerful performance that really pumps you up when you listen.

The harmonies in the chorus also feel deeply moving.

It’s a song that gives you energy and courage not just through the lyrics, but through the entire composition.