Chainsaw Man — All Theme Songs

1 Openings · 4 Endings

Chainsaw Man Opening Themes

OP 1All 12 eps (Season 1)

"KICK BACK"

by Kenshi Yonezu

About the artist: Kenshi Yonezu is Japan's best-selling current solo artist, known for hits including Lemon and Peace Sign. His Chainsaw Man opening marked a new peak in his anime involvement — MAPPA secured the biggest pop star in Japan for a single opening.
Fan reception:: One of the most-streamed anime openings of 2022. Debuted at #1 on Japanese charts. Kenshi Yonezu's fingerprints are all over the track's ironic cheerfulness underneath nihilistic lyrics — perfectly matching Denji's character.

Chainsaw Man Ending Themes

ED 1Eps 1–2

"Chainsaw Blood"

by Vaundy

About the artist: Vaundy is one of Japan's most successful young musicians across multiple genres. Each episode of Chainsaw Man received a unique ending by a different artist — an unprecedented decision for weekly TV anime.
Fan reception:: The 'every episode gets its own ED' format became one of the most talked-about anime production decisions of 2022. Chainsaw Blood was the first reveal and set the bar.
ED 4Ep 4

"full song full life"

by Zutomayo

About the artist: Zutomayo is a Japanese alternative pop duo known for experimental production. Their episode ending was considered one of the season's best musical moments.
Fan reception:: Frequently cited in fan rankings of the best Chainsaw Man endings. The abstract visual style matched the psychological horror content of the episode.
ED 10Ep 10

"In the Back Room"

by Syudou

About the artist: Syudou is a Japanese singer-songwriter known for dark, introspective pop. Their ending accompanied one of the most emotionally devastating episodes in the season.
Fan reception:: One of the highest-rated Chainsaw Man endings for its emotional accuracy. The lyrical themes of loss mapped directly onto the episode's events in a way fans found overwhelming.
ED 12Ep 12 (finale)

"Violence of the Flame"

by Cö shu Nie

About the artist: Cö shu Nie closed Chainsaw Man's first season with their trademark intense rock — a fitting choice for an episode that reset the status quo entirely.
Fan reception:: Considered one of the best season finale endings in recent memory. The visual callbacks to the opening while using a completely different emotional register gave the finale its full impact.

Chainsaw Man Theme Song — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Chainsaw Man opening theme song?

The first Chainsaw Man opening theme is "KICK BACK" by Kenshi Yonezu, playing during All 12 eps (Season 1). One of the most-streamed anime openings of 2022. Debuted at #1 on Japanese charts. Kenshi Yonezu's fingerprints are all over the track's ironic cheerfulness underneath nihilistic lyrics — perfectly matching Denji's character.

Who sings "KICK BACK" from Chainsaw Man?

"KICK BACK" is performed by Kenshi Yonezu. Kenshi Yonezu is Japan's best-selling current solo artist, known for hits including Lemon and Peace Sign. His Chainsaw Man opening marked a new peak in his anime involvement — MAPPA secured the biggest pop star in Japan for a single opening.

What episodes does "KICK BACK" play in Chainsaw Man?

"KICK BACK" by Kenshi Yonezu is the Chainsaw Man Opening 1, playing during All 12 eps (Season 1).

What is the Chainsaw Man ending theme song?

The first Chainsaw Man ending theme is "Chainsaw Blood" by Vaundy, playing during Eps 1–2. The 'every episode gets its own ED' format became one of the most talked-about anime production decisions of 2022. Chainsaw Blood was the first reveal and set the bar.

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