The summer 2023 season has been a great time for anime fans worldwide. With new and returning shows bringing premium content for fans to delve into, there has been no shortage of excitement among anime fans. With various new shows come various new ending songs. These songs keep fans glued to their screens long after the credits of the show have rolled off.
With the vast amount of shows that summer 2023 has brought, fans may find it overwhelming to check out every single ending song. From catchy pop tunes to slow songs that mesmerize fans, which ones deserve to be called the best?
8 "Reversal" (Undead Murder Girl Farce)
The ending song,'Reversal,' by Anna captures the historical and fantasy elements of the Undead Murder Girl Farce anime series perfectly. The anime series features the adventures of a vampire who has her head decapitated by an unknown assailant. As a vampire, she survives with her head alone but employs the cage-user detective to apprehend the assailant.
The black-and-white visuals of the ending song of the anime have an antique feel that sets the tone for the historical late 19th to early 20th century the series portrays. The visuals of 'Reversal' also show some of the adventures the detective goes on as he solves the murder case.
7 "FAKEit" (Fate Strange Fake)
The Fate franchise is renowned for its great animation and fantastic fight scenes. However, the franchise has also proven to have great closing songs, as seen with the Fate Strange Fake anime movie. While the movie depicts a false holy grail war, the ending song connects the theme of the series while appealing to fans.
SawanoHiroyukinZk feat. Laco performed the song ‘FAKEit’, which serves as the Fate Strange Fake finale. Beautiful instrumentals start the tune before the lovely vocals take center stage and deliver the entire song. The song also has a memorable chorus that fans may easily get into.
6 "Twilight Little Star" (Masamune Kun's No Revenge R)
Masamune Kun's no revenge R brings with Masamune and Aki’s new adventures a new closing song. The calm and mid-tempo beat of the ending song, 'Twilight Little Star,' has proved endearing to fans. Moreover, the song's lyrics portray how Masamune and Aki navigate their pent-up feelings, which highlights the romantic theme of the show.
As fans enjoy Masamune and Aki’s new adventure where they encounter a French otaku in need of their help, they also enjoy 'Twilight Little Star.' Amidst the troubles the duo has found themselves caught up in, the song has proven itself befitting of the show.
5 "Here I Stand" (Black Clover: Sword Of The Wizard King)
Ex-wizard king Conrad Leto, Julius Novachrono’s predecessor, was once a beloved and revered protector of the Clover Kingdom. However, Conrad sought the destruction of the Clover Kingdom, and Julius was forced to seal him away. Now in the present, Conrad is back with three other ex-wizard kings to destroy the Clover Kingdom and remake the world as he sees fit.
The boy band Treasure’s song 'Here I Stand,' serves as the ending song of the anime movie. Fans are treated to a catchy beat and endearing chorus that captures the theme of the show as the K-pop song concludes the show.
4 "Happiness Of The Dead" (Zom 100: Bucket List Of The Dead)
Zom 100, the new anime series with a unique take on the zombie apocalypse theme, has fans eager to explore what it offers. The show portrays the life of Akira, a salaryman who suddenly finds that the world has been overrun by zombies. However, rather than being scared, Akira finds himself excited as he makes a bucket list of the things he wants to accomplish before his death.
Zom 100's ending song is just as skillfully portrayed as the story. Titled 'Happiness of the Dead,' Zom 100's ending song was performed by Shiyui, and it portrays great vocals with a fast tempo and a catchy chorus.
3 "Aim" (Reign Of The Seven Spell Blades)
The new Reign of the Seven Spell Blades anime series based on the light novel of the same name depicts the tales of Oliver Horn, a young man who aspires to become a spell blade. With themes of magic, action, and adventure, fans have quickly become intrigued by it.
The closing song of the anime will undoubtedly be popular with fans. The song 'Aim' (ft. Shachi Tsumugi) by Kujira Yumemi is one that greatly expresses the theme of the series. The song starts slow but gradually builds up. The visuals of the song are equally good and capture the spirit of the anime well.
2 ‘‘Luck Life’’ (Bungou Stray Dogs Season 5)
As the members of the Armed Detective Agency work to clear their names from the terrorists they have been labeled as Bungou Stray Dogs' fifth season kicks in with a lot of intense moments right off the bat. As fans shift from one intense moment to another, 'Luck Life,' the ending song of the show, serves as a suitable outdo.
'Luck Life' was sung by Kiseki, and the song starts slow before growing into a more intense and rhythmic tempo. As an ending song, 'Luck Life' fits the show well, as it fits the theme and visuals of the show as a whole.
1 "Edge" (Rurouni Kenshin)
Rurouni Kenshin is a classic Shonen series that portrays themes of loss, death, and redemption. The protagonist of the series, Himura Kenshin, was once a Hitokiri—a manslayer. However, after the death of his loved one, he seeks redemption.
With the reanimation of the series comes a fresh new ending song. The new ending song, 'Edge,' was performed by Reol, a young and prominent Japanese singer and songwriter. In the visuals of the song, fans get to see Kenshin's dark past, his loved ones, and his determination to forge a better future for himself and those around him without taking a life.