Uplifting anime songs: a collection of masterpieces that blow away the blues
Do you have any anime you love so much you want to rewatch them over and over?
When you fall for a series, the music becomes a lifelong treasure, doesn’t it?Before you know it, just hearing the intro of a song can naturally fire you up.
So this time, we’re featuring anime songs that give you strength when you’re feeling down or struggling.
We’ve got not only fiery, high-energy tracks but also refreshing tunes and laid-back ones.Plus, we’ve put together a wide selection—from recent titles to nostalgic classics.
See if you can find the song that best fits your mood right now—stick with us to the end!
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Uplifting anime songs: A collection of masterpieces that blow away the blues (21–30)
fatesumika
It’s a pop tune with a sparkling melody that makes your heart dance, evoking the beginning of an adventure! Created by sumika, a band from Kawasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture, it was released in May 2024 as the lead track on their EP “Unmei e.p.” Chosen as the opening theme for Season 2 of the TV anime “Delicious in Dungeon,” it brought vivid color to the story.
Even if you’re neither a hero nor a sage, the song’s affirming message gently embraces listeners: find your own role and enjoy life.
Overflowing with positive energy that seeks to savor even the unknown, this track is perfect for those moments when you need the courage to take a new step forward.
Crimson Lotus FlowerLiSA
How about the rock number that was chosen as the opening theme for the anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and became a huge hit? It’s a song by LiSA, a popular singer from Gifu Prefecture who has performed many anime tracks, released in 2019 as her 15th single.
Its energetic sound and passionate vocals are a perfect match, and listening to it sets your heart ablaze.
Perhaps inspired by Demon Slayer, it also carries a distinctly Japanese flair.
It’s a masterpiece that will blow away the darkness inside you.
Anime songs that lift your spirits: A collection of masterpieces to blow away the blues (31–40)
Sky-Blue DaysNakagawa Shoko
It’s the opening theme of the anime Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann, sung by Shoko Nakagawa, a celebrity who loves anime, games, and manga.
It was released in 2007 as her third single.
You can feel an overwhelming burst of energy in both the sound and her vocals.
The lyrics’ determination—to believe in yourself and move forward toward tomorrow—is really cool, too.
For example, listening to it before an important match might fire you up.
Please, MuscleSakura Hibiki (CV: Fairuzu Ai) & Machio Naruzou (CV: Ishikawa Kaito)
It’s an irresistibly uplifting, fun song.
It’s the opening theme of the anime “How Heavy Are the Dumbbells You Lift?” performed by Ai Fairouz and Kaito Ishikawa, who voice the characters.
The groove is so good it makes you want to jump as you listen.
The call-and-response parts are full of humor and really entertaining.
It’s a hit at karaoke, too.
If you do your strength training with this song as your BGM, it might toughen both your mind and body.
Give it a try!
Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN
Maybe it’s the light, funky rhythm, but I keep hitting repeat.
It’s a song by the rock band UNISON SQUARE GARDEN, released in 2015 as their 10th single.
Its selection as the ending theme for the anime Blood Blockade Battlefront became a hot topic.
Combined with the ending sequence where the characters dance, it gained major popularity.
The razor-sharp performance and vocalist Kosuke Saito’s high-tone voice are irresistible.
If you want to boost your energy, give it a listen!
IGNITEAoi Eiru
It’s an upbeat rock number that sings, “Don’t lose to any absurdity—keep moving toward the future!” It’s performed by Eir Aoi, an anisong singer from Hokkaido.
Released in 2014 as her seventh single, it was used as the opening theme for the anime Sword Art Online II.
Her vocals, which combine clarity and power, are truly stirring.
Listening to it makes you feel there’s no time to dwell on mistakes—you’ve got to do what you want to do.
I want to shout that I love you.BAAD
This is the opening theme of the anime SLAM DUNK, based on the manga by Takehiko Inoue.
For those who got into basketball after watching the series, it’s sure to feel nostalgic.
As the title suggests, the lyrics convey a straightforward feeling of love.