Naruto — All Theme Songs

3 Openings · 2 Endings

Naruto Opening Themes

OP 1Eps 1–25

"ROCKS"

by Hound Dog

About the artist: Hound Dog is a veteran Japanese rock band whose raw energy defined Naruto's identity as a gritty action series from episode one.
Fan reception:: Still considered one of the greatest anime openings ever made. The riff is immediately recognisable worldwide.
OP 2Eps 26–53

"haruka kanata"

by Asian Kung-Fu Generation

About the artist: Asian Kung-Fu Generation is one of Japan's most acclaimed indie rock bands, known for their association with multiple anime including Bleach and Fullmetal Alchemist.
Fan reception:: Considered a top-five anime opening by many fans. The band went on to be associated with multiple classic series.
OP 4Eps 54–77

"GO!!!"

by FLOW

About the artist: FLOW is a J-rock band who also produced DAYS for Eureka Seven. GO!!! became one of the most iconic Naruto openings for accompanying the Chunin Exams arc.
Fan reception:: Massive fan favourite. The opening animation featuring Team 7 running is one of the most iconic sequences in the series.

Naruto Ending Themes

ED 1Eps 1–25

"Wind"

by Akeboshi

About the artist: Akeboshi is a Japanese acoustic artist whose gentle folk style provided a perfect contrast to the energetic action of each episode.
Fan reception:: One of anime's most beloved endings for its meditative quality. Often cited as the defining ending song of the Naruto era.
ED 5Eps 94–105

"Ima Made Nando Mo"

by Many Times Before

About the artist: A quieter folk-influenced track that accompanied the emotional climax of the Sasuke Retrieval arc.
Fan reception:: The ending most associated with the series' most emotionally devastating stretch of episodes.

Naruto Theme Song — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Naruto opening theme song?

The first Naruto opening theme is "ROCKS" by Hound Dog, playing during Eps 1–25. Still considered one of the greatest anime openings ever made. The riff is immediately recognisable worldwide.

Who sings "ROCKS" from Naruto?

"ROCKS" is performed by Hound Dog. Hound Dog is a veteran Japanese rock band whose raw energy defined Naruto's identity as a gritty action series from episode one.

What episodes does "ROCKS" play in Naruto?

"ROCKS" by Hound Dog is the Naruto Opening 1, playing during Eps 1–25.

Who sings "haruka kanata" from Naruto?

"haruka kanata" is performed by Asian Kung-Fu Generation. Asian Kung-Fu Generation is one of Japan's most acclaimed indie rock bands, known for their association with multiple anime including Bleach and Fullmetal Alchemist.

What episodes does "haruka kanata" play in Naruto?

"haruka kanata" by Asian Kung-Fu Generation is the Naruto Opening 2, playing during Eps 26–53.

Who sings "GO!!!" from Naruto?

"GO!!!" is performed by FLOW. FLOW is a J-rock band who also produced DAYS for Eureka Seven. GO!!! became one of the most iconic Naruto openings for accompanying the Chunin Exams arc.

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