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Mar 1, 2013 8:39 PM

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Somebody must've shown this one already:




Big fan of Abingdon Boys School's music. I actually skipped the new openings of Darker Than Black and just played this opening from Youtube every episode. Love it.
Mar 2, 2013 12:44 AM

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QueenOfLucifenia said:
Another's OP:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tl714VBZSfg

It sorta sounds like some of the Code Geass ending songs :D

And, of course, Higurashi Kai's:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JXF2t1oVoX4

Another has probably one of the worst openings I've ever seen, how could you like that shit?
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Currently on repeat x 1000.

Same for me, that one is just beautiful.

And as for my contribution, I'd say...this little beauty.

This show is so underrated, it's not even funny. :(
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Mar 2, 2013 5:27 AM

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Since my anime OPs are a bit subjective, I guess I'll just list my favorite EDs...

Mar 2, 2013 5:38 AM

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Usagi drop OP, always brings smile to your face :_D

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Current fav ED is Souten Kouro's.

I'm not usually one for Jpop and such....but I LOVE this song. Agree with some of the YT comments that these guys are like the Japanese version of Passion Pit.

Band is: Ogre You Asshole....and I think the song's name is 'Pinhole' (good combo of names there....)

The visuals for the ED are pretty much nothing (credits over clouds; must of had nil budget there) - so here's the PV for the song:

Mar 3, 2013 6:14 AM

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Little Busters EX opening, I heard it so much I could probably sing it by heart lol. And Yousei Teikoku gets honorable mention :>
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Mar 5, 2013 3:40 PM

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OPs

Angel Beats

Baccano - Classy as hell

Black Lagoon - OP's got attitude

Cowboy Bebop - A true classic

Spice and Wolf OP1 - So relaxing to listen to.

Steins;Gate - Cool as hell and a really catchy song


EDs
Welcome to the NHK ED1 - I dont even know but its crazy and I love it.

Spice and Wolf ED1 - Oh the Engrish
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Mar 8, 2013 12:48 AM

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Clannad's two OPs I'd say are pretty good theme songs that set the tone pretty well.
Mar 8, 2013 12:51 AM

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Opening:


Ending:
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Mar 8, 2013 1:11 AM

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Gotta agree with psycho pass ED but clannad op doesn't make my style, still I found it beautiful. I'll add Angel beats OP and also shakugan no shana 3rd season op? I mean Light my fire from KOTOKO, even though I dislike shakugan no shana I love the OP. I also like every to aru majutsu OP's, Mami Kawada has some great music. As for ED spice and wolf 2nd season ED bring me back some memories. Yousei Teikoku, Ali Project, Asriel, Kotoko, fripside, Maon Kurosaki, Itou Kanako, Kalafina AAAAAH! So much good japanese music I would stay here all day, once you catch the pleasure of listening Japanese music you wont want anything more. 12gb of j-music on my phone and still I don't feel satisfied! That's the power of the Japanese music! I feel excited now, gonna fap to calm down, have a good day.
Mar 8, 2013 1:30 AM

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These are the one I usually didn't skip when watching an episode:

Psycho pass OP 1 and ED 1. OP 2 has amazing visuals but I can't stand the vocals.

Madoka Magica OP and ED. Just great songs and they really get you in the right mood for the show.

Shiki OP1, OP2, ED2. Especially OP1 since it's very different from the usual anime OP song.

Durarara!! all OPs and EDs. Very enjoyable.

Toradora! OP 1 . It's just hilarious.

Hyouka OP 1. The production values are just amazing.
Mar 8, 2013 8:13 AM
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Kaiji 2 OP, sums up the show perfectly.

GiTS:SAC OP, just for the music.

Big O, nice tribute to Flash Gordon theme.
Apr 26, 2013 1:55 AM

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My new favorite ending is Devil Survivor 2 The Animation ED 1
Opening is hard, Even through i dropped Zetsuen no tempest i loved OP 1, I think that D-technolife Bleach opening had a badass feel to it that kept you wanting to watch the show, Eureka seven opening 3 was also really awesome, it was immersive, and the fourth one was very emotional, but to name my favorite.... CHEMISTRY- PERIOD FMAB
Apr 26, 2013 5:10 AM

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One of my favourite OPs is Lion from Macross Frontier. I haven't even seen the show yet, and I only became interested in it in the first place because of the awesome opening. Someone posted it in the 'rate the OP above you' thread one day and it convinced me to give the anime a shot!

Other OPs I love:

Jukyuu-sai from xxxHOLiC
Higurashi no Naku Koro ni from the anime of the same name.
Catch You, Catch Me from Cardcaptor Sakura
My Soul, Your Beats! from Angel Beats!
Uragiri no Yuuyake from Durarara!!
No Pain, No Game from Btooom!
Kuusou Mythology from Mirai Nikki
And about a dozen more, most of which have already been listed.
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May 27, 2013 12:18 AM

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el_putazo said:
Not the best intro but the song is pretty good


I didn't like it at first but it eventually grew on me. It's 90's grunge at its rawest.
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Incidentally, for all those who really love anime music, I've started a Best Anime Song Tournament where people can nominate and vote on the songs they like best. Right now, we're going through the nominations phase where you get to nominate the songs you want to see appear in the tournament. Here's the nominations post: https://animusictourney.wordpress.com/2013/06/10/anime-music-tourney-nominations-commence/

Just be sure to read it and get ready to make your picks!
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Jun 11, 2013 9:56 PM
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The Berserk opening. I don't think the show's very great, but stupid, off-key rock (not nu-metal or something, but actual garage rock) is a breath of fresh air among all the polished Jpop tunes you tend to find in these intros.

Azumanga Daioh conveniently pairs two of my favorites. Whimsical, tastefully silly intro, and a sweet, sleepy outro.
Jun 15, 2013 10:59 AM

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1. Ride on Shooting Star, FLCL

My first addiction to an ED

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Jun 15, 2013 11:00 AM

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LOGH OP 4, it's like a trip to Reinhard's heart

Jun 18, 2013 8:48 AM

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The OP from Shingeki no Kyojin. <3 & I didn't realize the first sentence of the OP was german at first. (:
Jun 18, 2013 9:50 AM

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Op1 from gunslinger girl "light before we land" gives me chills
Soul Eater "I Wanna be" is awesome
End for Puella Magi Madoka magica "Magia"
Spice and wolf opening and ending are really good
Ghost in the shell's "Inner Universe" is a masterpiece
Higurashi first op
Elfen lied's "lilium"
Kurushitsuji's first end "I'm Alive" should be on the radio
K-ON's "Don't say Lazy"
Jul 11, 2013 9:29 PM

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for me its gotta be steins gate, "Hacking to the Gate". its just so epic and sounds so good, and the funny part is i dont even understand what the words are.
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Tank! from Bebop stands out for me, but that's just because I watched it recently. Baccano's opener is great too.

I'm watching Samurai Champloo right now, and being a huge hip hop fan, I appreciate the opening.
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Oh right, why. Uh, Not only is it a great stand alone song, but the lyrics, the calm melancholic tone of the song, and the opening animation itself fit Spice and Wolf perfectly.
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Inferno cop Op(in german) because japanese is OVERRATED AS FUCK.
All hail INFERNO COP
Jul 11, 2013 9:44 PM
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Cowboy Bebop's Tank! (seriously, how can anyone not love that theme? ... p.s. this would be my personal favorite. Here are the runner-up or other favorites)
Second opening to Fullmetal Alchemist (because it's awesome)
First opening to FMA: Brotherhood (sets the mood)
Some of the Ranma 1/2 op (can't figure out exactly which)
The 2 OP's of Fate/Zero
Arakawa Under the Bridge 1st Season Op. Strange and trippy yet catchy.
First Song of Gundam Wing. 'cause wow, is that awesome.
... oh okay, and Azumanga Daioh's OP (that, somehow, is very catchy and unresistingly cute)
Jul 11, 2013 9:48 PM

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FMA:B 1st OP: goosebumps first time it dropped.
SnK: no explanation needed.
Angel Beats!: way better than the show.
Watamote: yeah well it was amazing.
Jul 11, 2013 9:52 PM
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2nd OP for Darker Than Black. I think it is called a hero with no name.
Death note 1st OP.
Baccano!
Cowboy Bebop.
Zetsu no Tempest 2nd OP.

In order from best to worst. Err.....not worst but it does not take the first place among the best :p
Jul 11, 2013 9:55 PM

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Technically not an official opening sequence, because the anime didn't have one.

But the first few minutes of FLCL were nothing short of amazing.

It felt nostalgic the first time I even saw it.

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And just 'cause
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Naruto Shippuden Opening 13
its the best anime opening in the world

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LvzpjSXjjT4
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Naruto Shippuden Opening 13
its the best anime opening in the world

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LvzpjSXjjT4

Not nearly as good as Shippuuden Opening 6


My favorite would probably be Evangelion's opening, the song is just damn catchy and the video goes well with it
Jul 11, 2013 10:46 PM

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Guilty Crown OP
Angel Beats OP (Gldemo ver.) and original
Clannad AS OP
Kamisama no memochou OP

They all sound good.

As of right now, hands down to, this, really, I have never heard a song to badass. Japanese Screamo, a bit of Jazz? and male and female duo.
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Black lagoon Red fraction IO drive mix

Mmm or durara's 2nd op

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Jul 11, 2013 11:01 PM

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1. Spice and Wolf (Tabi No Tochuu)
2. Monster (Grain)
3. Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood - OP 5 (Rain)

Simple explanation: They're my favourite and most befitting OPs to my favourite Anime.
Jul 11, 2013 11:08 PM

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Don't know why you guys are busting out the serious anime, Lucky Star all the way...that intro provided the utter most support through depressing life problems
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Jul 11, 2013 11:39 PM

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Break Blade's OP "Fate" for me:




Kokia's voice is so damn good.
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Flume said:
natssuu said:
GrendelB said:
Naruto Shippuden Opening 13
its the best anime opening in the world

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LvzpjSXjjT4

Not nearly as good as Shippuuden Opening 6


Every time I watch that I die a little inside, that nostalgia man...

I don't have an outright favorite but a few recent ones would be Genei wo Kakeru Taiyou, WataMote and Free!, even if the anime itself were a bit average

The Date A Live OP was pretty good too


Jinrui wa Suitai Shimashita OP, I always tend to skip openings but I just couldn't for this


Date A Live OP was good too, forgot about that OP, should check out this band cover, its almost even better than the original
Jul 12, 2013 12:07 AM

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I couldn't pick a best, but I've got three that are definitely way up there

Naruto - Opening 5
Just a classic I used to watch all the time


The Skull Man - Original Opening
Not a well known Anime, but used to love watching this opening


Eureka Seven - 3rd Opening
Not only is the song great in this opening but the video itself just brings out so much emotion that is shown between the characters that I can't help to think that it's one of the best openings I've ever seen.


I'm sure there are so many more, which I could of found a better version of the Eureka Seven one, because it's definitely in my top 5. Couldn't find a good video also for the 5th opening of Gintama
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Battlecry - Samurai Champloo

Sacred Moon - Tsukihime

My Soul Your Beats - Angel Beats

But nothing beats Higurashi no Naku Koro Ni by Eiko Shimamiya.
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Jul 12, 2013 12:17 AM

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I have a few that I like a lot:

Little Busters!


Angel Beats!


C3


Elfen Lied


To love Ru


Guilty Crown
Jul 12, 2013 12:20 AM

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Forgot Lilium, yeah.
Ooo, what a lovely tea party.
Jul 12, 2013 2:58 AM

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Oh my, I just remembered a really good OP I love
Tasogare Otome × Amnesia - Choir Jail
Jul 12, 2013 4:00 AM

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Elfen lied Both the OP and ED..
Jul 12, 2013 10:39 AM

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Ao no Exorcist
Gintama
00 Gundam

come to mind.
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Red_Keys said:
Technically not an official opening sequence, because the anime didn't have one.

But the first few minutes of FLCL were nothing short of amazing.

It felt nostalgic the first time I even saw it.



I agree. One of the most memorable scenes in anime.... I might have to go rewatch FLCL now.

OT: NOTHING beats FMA(2003) Opening 4
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Higurashi no Naku Koro Ni
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Shingeki no Kyojin
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It's not exactly my favorite, but Shingeki no Kyojin's (at least the first one) is perfect. Full-on hot-blooded rock for a hot-blooded anime.
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Shingeki no Kyojin because it's just perfect, and Mirai Nikki's. Dunno why for the latter, I just have a soft spot for it.
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