[Hot & Cool] Up-tempo, hype-inducing anime song

SKILLAWAKEPassCode

PassCode – SKILLAWAKE

A song by the idol group PassCode was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime “The Aristocrat’s Otherworldly Adventure: Serving Gods Who Go Too Far” Season 2.

It has been available on streaming services since October 2024 and was released as a single CD on December 18.

The track’s appeal lies in its powerful style that fuses electronic sounds with rock, and it also features distinctive vocals incorporating death growls.

The lyrics depict the protagonist stepping into an unknown world, and their pursuit of authenticity resonates with listeners.

It’s recommended not only for anime fans but also for anyone seeking energetic music.

I don’t care what happens anymore.Hoshimachi Suisei

I don’t care what happens anymore – Movie edition –

Set to a fast-paced, exhilarating digital dance sound, it delivers a message that hits straight to the heart.

It’s a track by Suisei Hoshimachi, featured as an insert song in the theatrical anime Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX -Beginning-, released in February 2025.

Perfectly matching the world of the Mobile Suit Gundam series, the song brilliantly heightens the story’s excitement.

Pay attention to the lyrics, which evoke the courage to stay true to your beliefs and the strength to face adversity.

How about giving it a listen when you want to lift your spirits?

Dan Dan Kokoro HikaretekuFIELD OF VIEW

[Duet with the original artist] DAN DAN Kokoro Hikareteku / FIELD OF VIEW’s Yuya Asaoka & CHIAKI

This song is characterized by its refreshing melody and lyrics that gradually intensify the feeling of being in love.

Captivated by the other person’s smile, it conveys a positive determination to break free from the darkness and the courage to embark on a new adventure.

Released in March 1996 by FIELD OF VIEW, the track features a powerful performance by the band and emotive vocals in perfect harmony, and it also drew attention as the opening theme for the anime Dragon Ball GT.

With heartwarming lyrics by Izumi Sakai and a memorable melodic line by Tetsurō Oda, this is a highly recommended song for those who want to relate to the feelings of being in love or look back on memories of their youth.

Saint Seiya Myth ~Soldier Dream~Kageyama Hironobu & BROADWAY

Saint Seiya Myth ~Soldier Dream~ (An Acoustic Guitar Duo’s Shady Journey!! Live ver.)

It’s a landmark anime song that unfolds a dramatic, grand-scale worldview.

Featuring Hironobu Kageyama’s powerful vocals and BROADWAY’s exhilarating, fast-paced sound, it’s an irresistibly compelling track.

The lyrics, depicting the mission and friendship of warriors who fight with their lives shining, and their hope for the future, are sure to set listeners’ hearts ablaze.

Released in May 1988, it gained popularity as the opening theme for a TV Asahi anime.

In May 2019, a male contestant who performed this song on NHK Nodo Jiman was crowned the first Reiwa-era anime song champion.

Highly recommended not only for those who enjoyed anime in their youth, but for anyone with a fiery spirit.

ZenBAND-MAID

BAND-MAID / Zen (Official Music Video) — Opening theme song for MAPPA’s anime “Zenshu.”

A powerful track that portrays the challenge of breaking new ground.

Composed by BAND-MAID and released in January 2025, it was selected as the opening theme for MAPPA’s original TV anime “Zenshu.” Its energetic, aggressive rock sound is incredibly satisfying to listen to.

The lyrics, themed around “change,” “challenge,” and “self-discovery,” are deeply connected to the anime’s story and evoke the characters’ growth.

It’s a must-listen for anyone looking to discover a new version of themselves!