[2026] A Collection of Cool Western-Style Anime Songs

Japan’s world-renowned masterpiece anime are defined not only by their stories, but also by the crucial roles played by their opening and ending themes.

Sometimes the synergy with an anime becomes the springboard that propels a band or artist to fame, and just as often a great song elevates the anime’s worldview even further.

Among this rich and multifaceted anison culture, this time we’re highlighting the rare cases where Western songs were used—specifically, a roundup of especially cool Western tracks featured in anime.

Whether you’re a fan of Western music or an anime enthusiast, check out this article to see what Western songs have been used in Japanese anime!