Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex — All Theme Songs

2 Openings · 2 Endings

Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex Opening Themes

OP 1Eps 1-26 (Stand Alone Complex)

"Inner Universe"

by Origa

About the artist: Origa performed the series' original opening theme, composed by Yoko Kanno with lyrics in Russian, English, and Latin.
Fan reception:: Widely regarded as one of the greatest anime openings ever made, closely tied to the franchise's cerebral, cyberpunk identity.
OP 2Eps 27-52 (2nd GIG)

"Rise"

by Origa

About the artist: Origa returned to perform 2nd GIG's opening theme.
Fan reception:: A fitting continuation of Origa's association with the franchise's sound.

Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex Ending Themes

ED 1Eps 1-26 (Stand Alone Complex)

"Lithium Flower"

by Scott Matthew

About the artist: Scott Matthew performed Season 1's ending theme, also composed by Yoko Kanno.
Fan reception:: A haunting, atmospheric closer that fits the show's meditations on identity and consciousness.
ED 2Eps 27-52 (2nd GIG)

"Living Inside the Shell"

by Steve Conte

About the artist: Steve Conte performed 2nd GIG's ending theme, composed by Yoko Kanno.
Fan reception:: A moody closer matching the season's darker political-thriller tone.

Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex Theme Song — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex opening theme song?

The first Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex opening theme is "Inner Universe" by Origa, playing during Eps 1-26 (Stand Alone Complex). Widely regarded as one of the greatest anime openings ever made, closely tied to the franchise's cerebral, cyberpunk identity.

Who sings "Inner Universe" from Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex?

"Inner Universe" is performed by Origa. Origa performed the series' original opening theme, composed by Yoko Kanno with lyrics in Russian, English, and Latin.

What episodes does "Inner Universe" play in Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex?

"Inner Universe" by Origa is the Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex Opening 1, playing during Eps 1-26 (Stand Alone Complex).

Who sings "Rise" from Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex?

"Rise" is performed by Origa. Origa returned to perform 2nd GIG's opening theme.

What episodes does "Rise" play in Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex?

"Rise" by Origa is the Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex Opening 2, playing during Eps 27-52 (2nd GIG).

What is the Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex ending theme song?

The first Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex ending theme is "Lithium Flower" by Scott Matthew, playing during Eps 1-26 (Stand Alone Complex). A haunting, atmospheric closer that fits the show's meditations on identity and consciousness.

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