Samurai Champloo — All Theme Songs

1 Openings · 1 Endings

Samurai Champloo Opening Themes

OP 1Eps 1–26

"Battlecry"

by Shing02 & Nujabes

About the artist: Producer Nujabes and rapper Shing02 defined the show's genre-blending identity, fusing Edo-period samurai visuals with a lo-fi hip-hop soundtrack.
Fan reception:: Considered one of the most influential anime openings ever, credited with introducing a generation of Western listeners to lo-fi hip-hop and Nujabes' work specifically.

Samurai Champloo Ending Themes

ED 1Eps 1–26

"Shiki no Uta"

by Minmi

About the artist: Minmi, a Japanese hip-hop and reggae vocalist, closed each episode with a warm, soulful track that balanced the show's stylistic chaos.
Fan reception:: A fan-favorite ending praised for its understated warmth, contrasting with the show's violent, high-energy episodes.

Samurai Champloo Theme Song — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Samurai Champloo opening theme song?

The first Samurai Champloo opening theme is "Battlecry" by Shing02 & Nujabes, playing during Eps 1–26. Considered one of the most influential anime openings ever, credited with introducing a generation of Western listeners to lo-fi hip-hop and Nujabes' work specifically.

Who sings "Battlecry" from Samurai Champloo?

"Battlecry" is performed by Shing02 & Nujabes. Producer Nujabes and rapper Shing02 defined the show's genre-blending identity, fusing Edo-period samurai visuals with a lo-fi hip-hop soundtrack.

What episodes does "Battlecry" play in Samurai Champloo?

"Battlecry" by Shing02 & Nujabes is the Samurai Champloo Opening 1, playing during Eps 1–26.

What is the Samurai Champloo ending theme song?

The first Samurai Champloo ending theme is "Shiki no Uta" by Minmi, playing during Eps 1–26. A fan-favorite ending praised for its understated warmth, contrasting with the show's violent, high-energy episodes.

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