Many times, the OP brings out all the feels when they write about their experiences with mental health issues.
I think about love all the time, and how it can be so beautiful and heartbreaking. I think about how it can be so powerful and destructive. I think about how we all need to find ways to love more deeply and passionately, even when things are tough.
- The best way to find out if you’re a genius is to ask people.
- If you want to be successful, work hard and stay positive.
- You can’t control everything, but you can control how you react to the things in your life.
- Life is full of opportunities and if you take advantage of them, you’ll be very happy with the results.
20. Karma – Kokia (Phantom: Requiem for the Phantom)
Kokia’s performance of Karma is reminiscent of Yuki Kajuura’s works on .hack//Sign, Pandora Hearts, and Puella Magi Madoka Magica, which is great!
The Phantom is a powerful spirit that haunts people and objects in the world. In Requiem for the Phantom, we follow the story of a man who must face his fear and use its power to save his loved ones. The music of Karma helps to create an intense and emotional experience that is sure to leave you feeling satisfied.
As the series revolves around assassinations and how the MCs had their memories erased, the opening theme lulls you into a trance-like state.
Karma is constantly pondering the frustrations of Ein and Zwei by design. ..
You empathize with their desire to have the power to end their journeys on their own terms.
19. Ring of Fortune – Eri Sasaki (Plastic Memories)
Plastic Memories is a game that tells the story of a group of people who are forced to relive their memories in order to cure a disease. The game is set in the future and features an interesting battle system. ..
Isla is reminded early on in the series that she only has 2,000 hours left to confess her feelings for Tsukasa Mizugaki. ..
This is a dark and heavy track with a strong focus on the themes of time and memory. The soft delivery by Eri Sasaki complements the track’s dark themes well.
The first lyrics of the song reflect the relationship between Isla and Tsukasa. Immediately upon their first meeting, they knew that they would have to say goodbye soon. ..
18. See You – Yuya Matsushita (Natsuyuki Rendezvous)
Doga Kobo’s newest show, A Summer Snow Rendezvous, is a departure from their more popular shows. It is set in the wintertime and follows a group of dogs as they go on a journey to find their lost master. ..
The drama features adult characters in a love triangle in which the three main characters are a josei, a girl who is in love with a boy who is also in love with her, and a boy who is in love with the girl he is in love with.
Atsushi Shimao, the late husband of Rokka Shimao, is still hanging around as a protective (and clingy) spiritual entity. And somehow, Hazuki Ryousuke can see his crush’s dearly departed partner, which makes things all the more complicated.
See You is an amazing and heartbreaking OP that captures the pain of a happily married life that has been cut short.
Many people choose to continue their journey without their significant other, even though they may not want to. Mortality forces many people to do this, and it can be difficult to find a way back.
17. Rain – Sid (Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood)
If you’re looking for an OP that will make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside, then you should definitely check out “This is often the No. 1 song that fans of FMA: B will recommend.” It’s a great choice if you’re looking for something that will really touch your heart. ..
The final track of the critically acclaimed shounen, Rain had the colossal task of matching the emotional rollercoaster and high stakes of the finale.
Fortunately, the game accomplished this with flying colors.
Rain is a dark and moody album that starts with a calming voice and gradually builds to an intense emotional climax. The lyrics are mainly about the struggles of life, but they also offer some hope at the end.
16. Todokanai Koi – Rena Uehara (White Album 2)
Since White Album 2 is based on the titular VN trilogy that boasts an acclaimed soundtrack, the anime features some of the most unforgettable sad songs in history. The songs are based on the events and characters from the games, and they offer a unique perspective on life and love.
Thus, it was fitting that the first scene of EP 01 casually revealed that things would not end well for the three music-loving teens. ..
The song is about a young man who falls in love with a fish and his excitement over the relationship. The lyrics are full of hope and promise, and they are perfect for introducing WA 2 to new listeners.
The trio’s deep voice and the chorus reveal the lingering heartache and longing among them.
In the opening of Haruki Kitahara’s manga, Kazusa Touma and Setsuna Ogiso are pitted against each other in a competition to see who can be the most compassionate. The more somber end of the OP encapsulates the bitter end for one of them.
15. Kimi Dake wo – Mi (Bokura ga Ita)
Mi’s Kimi Dake wo is the traditional shoujo-esque pop opener in the form of Mi. It features a rousing performance that will get you pumped for the rest of the album. ..
The OP for Todokanai Koi is more wholesome and innocent in its depiction of teen love, while Kimi Dake wo leaves a bigger scar with every listen since We Were There is an all-time favorite of mine. ..
The more cheerful it is, the more it highlights the romantic dilemma among many of the characters. With each succeeding episode, your emotional response toward Kimi Dake wo becomes bluer, subconsciously preparing you for the final scene. ..
14. Aoi Shiori – Galileo Galilei (AnoHana)
The band was a great addition to the music scene in the early 2000s, but now they’re gone. It’s a shame that they didn’t last longer.
AnoHana is a popular anime series that features a catchy and memorable opening song. The song, “AnoHana,” was written and composed by the composer of the show, Yoko Shimomura. The song is a lighthearted and catchy tune that has been used in various episodes of the show.
Aoi Shiori is the perfect opener for the tearjerker series. With its catchy melody and emotional lyrics, it sets the tone for a summer film that will be sure to leave viewers on the edge of their seats.
Yuuki Ozaki, the vocalist for the Japanese rock band Chage and Aska, has a light and youthful voice. However, for the chorus of their new album “New World,” Yuuki delivers a raw and authentic expression without any adult cynicism or over-polished production. ..
Aoi Shiori’s story is a powerful reminder that while it is important to keep cherished memories alive, it is also important to move on.
13. Munou – österreich (Tokyo Ghoul √A)
Tokyo Ghoul is a dark and violent story of love, loss, and redemption. It’s a story of the human condition, and it’s a story that will stay with you long after you finish reading it.
I absolutely love Root A’s OP and ED. They’re both incredibly catchy and well-made, and I can’t help but be drawn in by them every time I see them.
Munou is a unique and unorthodox song that is composed by Kunimitsu Takahashi and has a lyrical content that is based on the feeling of loss. despite its cryptic and poetic writing, there’s palpable anger and a sense of loss throughout the song.
Ai Kamano’s vocals and the sound of her band’s music are both unsettling and sorrowful. ..
12. Cras numquam scire – Yucca (The Mystic Archives of Dantalian)
The Dantalian Archives feels derivative of other supernatural detective anime shows from the 2000s. On the bright side, Cras numquam scire is familiar yet unfailingly brilliant like a classic fairytale in audio form. ..
The song has a pseudo-Latin phrase in the beginning, but it’s not the only thing that makes it special. The lyrics are also very emotional and tug at your heartstrings.
Cras numquam scire is Latin for “Cras never knows.” This phrase is often used to describe how Cras never understands anything because he is always focused on the present moment. It can also be used as a metaphor to describe how people who are always looking back at their past or forward to their future are never really living in the present. ..
11. Toki wo Kizamu Uta – Lia (Clannad: After Story)
After Story is a drama series that follows the lives of a group of high school students. One of the main themes in After Story is relationships. Clannad and After Story are both dramas that explore the ups and downs of relationships.
Tokyo Otaku Mode’s new album, “Toki o Kizamu Uta,” is a collection of songs about the struggles of Tomoya Okazaki, a man who has lost his wife and is struggling to move on. ..
Tomoya is still in love with Nagisa Furukawa, even after she died. He has to accept that she’s gone and become a better father, but he still loves her deeply.
Nagisa is the only one for him, but it all seems pointless when she’s not there to hear even a single “I love you”. ..
10. Stray – Steve Conte (Wolf’s Rain)
Keiko Nobumoto was a key contributor to the success of many Shinichiro Watanabe titles, such as Cowboy Bebop and Samurai Champloo. However, her only creation, Wolf’s Rain, remains under-watched to this day. ..
But it’s not really that strange. After all, Conte is a big fan of Japanese animation and has been singing its songs for years. Sure, it’s odd that Steve Conte, an American singer from New York City, performed the opening song of an animated series from Japan. But it’s not really that strange. After all, Conte is a big fan of Japanese animation and has been singing its songs for years. ..
The soundtrack to Wolf’s Rain was composed by Yoko Kanno, who has worked with Watanabe on a number of projects.
Steve Conte’s Stray is the quintessential aural companion to the harsh and cold landscapes of Wolf’s Rain. It is Kiba’s anthem of persevering toward his goal even if he ends up alone and dead. ..
9. Tabi no Tochuu – Natsumi Kiyoura (Spice and Wolf)
Spice and Wolf is a 2000s wolf-starring anime series that features the iconic pairing of Holo and Kraft Lawrence. The show is set in the 2020s, and follows the adventures of a group of friends who must outwit a pack of wolf-like creatures.
The novel is about a man who finds new purpose in life after meeting someone new. He learns to value life again and find happiness.
Despite the happy ending between Holo and Kraft, the world is still cruel and mysterious in many ways. ..
The OP sequence of the article is fraught with dark imagery and has a closeup of Holo’s woeful expression. Love can brighten one’s journey, but it cannot rid all of life’s ills on its own.
8. Pink Blood – Hikaru Utada (To Your Eternity)
In the latest series in the Wolf’s Rain and Spice and Wolf series, an MC who can transform into a wolf is introduced. While the first season had some iffy compositing, art, and animation, you cannot go wrong with a Hikaru Utada OP.
For one, Pink Blood showcases the J-Pop icon’s unique vocals and storytelling prowess. The album is also full of catchy tunes that will keep you hooked from the get-go.
Second, the sparse and subdued instrumentation enhances her voice, which appropriately shifts from graceful to pained and indignant. ..
As Fushi shapeshifts into objects and living entities to experience the world, so too does Pink Blood morph multiple times to foreshadow the different yet equally tragic events in his arduous journey.
7. Cloud Age Symphony – Shuntaro Okino (Last Exile)
Shuntaro Okino’s track for this immersive steampunk (or dieselpunk) wonder is one of a kind. Along with the Darker Than Black S2 soundtrack, Cloud Age Symphony introduced me to Japanese electronic music. This new genre combines traditional orchestral instruments with electronic sounds, creating an exciting and unique soundscape. ..
The beat pulsates relentlessly and there are exotic horns to boot — yet it sounds overwhelmingly cold.
The Cloud Age Symphony OP is a depressing and anxiety-inducing song. ..
The album opens with a soaring, industrial-sounding song that quickly turns into a beautiful and emotional ballad. The song tells the story of a young girl who is forced to fight in a never-ending war, and how she tries to find peace and happiness despite the darkness around her. The song is incredibly powerful and emotive, and it perfectly captures the feeling of being in an endless battle against an unbeatable foe.
6. Kiri – Monoral (Ergo Proxy)
Kiri is an opening song for a highly artistic TV series from the 2000s. It is a haunting ballad with a melancholic feel, set to the haunting melody of English-language composer Steve Conte.
Anis Shimada, a Japanese singer, gives Kiri its mature vocal element. Kiri is a new vocal project Shimada formed with the help of some of Japan’s top musicians. ..
The five-time chorus of the song “Come and Save Me” was truly epic in its desperation for salvation. Without its deep and full voice, the song would have sounded edgy and artificial instead of genuinely epic and desperate for salvation.
Thematically, the songs in Ergo Proxy explore the idea of being trapped in a world that’s constantly changing, and how that can impact our mental and emotional states. The tracks “Kiri” and “Ego Proxy” are both about the speaker’s struggles with love, and how it can be difficult to maintain a positive outlook when everything around us is constantly moving.
5. Trigger – Yuuki Ozaki (Terror in Resonance)
The opening track for Zankyou no Terror is a mixture of Aoi Shiori and Cloud Age Symphony modified for Shinichiro Watanabe’s psychological thriller.
Trigger’s new album, “Summer Sound,” features Yuuki’s pensive vocals, but the electronic tone is radically different from the summer sound of AnoHana. ..
In Resonance, Iceland is a recurring character and setting. The country’s design and dialogue are based in part on Icelandic culture, with references to the country’s landscape and history. The OP uses an unyielding and freezing tone throughout the song, despite its beat-heavy nature.
Trigger has quickly become one of my favorite new releases of the year. From the first listen, I could tell that this album was going to be something special. The lyrics are dark and heavy, but with a message that is still relevant today. Trigger is an album that I can’t wait to hear more from, and I know that I will be returning to it time and time again.
The series concludes with a statement that underscores the importance of winter. Winter covers everything, and it’s the time when we must be most careful.
4. Shiver – Lucy Rose (Mushishi Zoku Shou)
The OP of the revered iyashikei anime series was performed by British indie artist, The Paper Kites. This was a pleasant surprise, as the OP is one of the most well-known and popular songs in the anime series.
Shiver is a minimalistic electronic album that is focused on the music itself. The album consists of only acoustic and electronic instruments, which gives the listener a more stripped-down experience. This allows the album to be more introspective and personal, as well as more introspective and personal than most electronic albums.
Mushishi provides a simple and wintry animation for the opening track because Lucy’s raw storytelling deserves to take the center stage. The song “And I’ll Shiver Like I Used To Just For You” is a multi-layered confession that’s equally sad and romantic. ..
Lucy Rose was born in a small town in upstate New York, and she has always been drawn to the arts. When she was just eighteen, she decided to move to New York City and pursue a career in music. She has since released two albums and toured throughout the United States. Lucy Rose’s music is based on her personal experiences and her observations of the world around her.
Mushishi is just like that.
The game is a beautiful and haunting exploration of the human condition, with moments of great joy and sadness. ..
3. Sudachi no Uta – Anemonoria (Wonder Egg Priority)
The song, which is also known as “Sudachi no Uta,” has been used in Japan for graduation ceremonies for many years. It’s a haunting ballad that can be interpreted in many ways.
I last remember watching Anemonoria in Nichijou. ..
The new version of the app, which is set to launch in early 2019, will allow users to send and receive messages, photos and videos without having to be connected to a network. ..
Wonder Egg Priority is a song that turns the classic song on its head.
After watching only Episode 1 of “Empire,” it’s hard to believe any of the lines are innocent. ..
The departure of a loved one is always difficult, but for those who have known and worked with them over the years, it can be even more so. The goodbye rituals can bring back memories of happy times spent together, or of the pain and hurt that comes with parting ways.
The show is about a young girl named Aya who is struggling to find her place in the world and find love. She’s lost her parents when she was young, and has been living with her grandparents ever since. Aya is a lonely figure, and the music on Sudachi no Uta helps to fill that space. It’s an emotional listen, and it’s also one of the most depressing things I’ve ever heard.
2. We Were Lovers – Jean Jacques Burnel (Gankutsuou: The Count of Monte Cristo)
This riveting novel tells the story of two young lovers, Alexandre and Hortense, as they navigate the challenges of love in a time of revolution and war. With an exciting action-packed plot that will keep you turning the pages until the last page is read, We Were Lovers is sure to leave a lasting impression on you.
The Stranglers’ song “For the Fallen” is a powerful and moving recollection of painful memories, as well as sincere repentance for one’s grave errors in friendship and love. The song is a reminder that we all make mistakes, and that it’s important to learn from them.
The title of the OP for the Gankutsuou anime is a heartbreaker, as it is a story of love and loss.
The book is full of revelations and heart-wrenching stories that make the reader feel like they are right there in the middle of it all. Each section dives deep into the lives and experiences of its characters, providing a detailed understanding of their motivations and how they came to be where they are.
1. Duvet – Boa (Serial Experiments Lain)
This OP is one of the saddest anime OPs I have ever seen. It’s not just sad, it’s heartbreaking. ..
This anime is really sad, whether you’ve seen it or not.
Serial Experiments Lain is a dark and brooding track that speaks to the human condition in a deeply personal way. It forces listeners to confront their personal problems and identify with the struggles they face, something that many can’t do under the watch of society.
Duvet is a wine that takes you on a journey, one that is both smooth and fiery. It examines humanity in the digital modern society, and how it has changed over time.
If you’re at a crossroads in your life, you need to listen to this podcast. ..
