The Rising of the Shield Hero — All Theme Songs

3 Openings · 2 Endings

The Rising of the Shield Hero Opening Themes

OP 1Season 1

"RISE"

by MADKID

About the artist: MADKID is a Japanese J-pop duo known for high-energy EDM-influenced pop. RISE gave Shield Hero one of the most commercially successful anime openings of Winter 2019.
Fan reception:: A genuine mainstream hit. Topped anime opening charts for most of its run. The animation showing Naofumi rebuilding his strength from nothing resonated strongly with the underdog premise.
OP 2Season 2

"Bring Back"

by MADKID

About the artist: MADKID returned for Season 2 with a track that maintained their EDM-pop sound while acknowledging Naofumi's growth from survival mode to rebuilding.
Fan reception:: Well-received though the mixed response to Season 2's pacing affected its reception. Considered stronger than the season it accompanied.
OP 3Season 3

"Yuzurenai"

by Mazica Party

About the artist: Mazica Party is a Japanese idol group whose pop-rock opening brought a warmer, more hopeful tone to the season centred on the demi-human civil war.
Fan reception:: Appreciated for its tonal shift toward hope and cooperation after two seasons of Naofumi being targeted. Fans noted it reflected his new collaborative role.

The Rising of the Shield Hero Ending Themes

ED 1Season 1 Part 1

"Undine"

by JAPANESE BROTHERS

About the artist: JAPANESE BROTHERS provided an atmospheric, melancholic ending to contrast the anger-driven first arc. The water imagery tied to Raphtalia's character design.
Fan reception:: Praised for its restraint. After episodes of injustice and rage, the quiet ending gave viewers emotional processing space.
ED 2Season 1 Part 2

"Blue Horizon"

by LOYAL PAGE

About the artist: LOYAL PAGE is a Japanese rock band whose energetic ending matched the escalating stakes as Naofumi's party grew toward the Wave confrontation.
Fan reception:: Enjoyed for its forward momentum. The animation showing the growing party roster gave fans something to celebrate amid the serious plot developments.

The Rising of the Shield Hero Theme Song — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the The Rising of the Shield Hero opening theme song?

The first The Rising of the Shield Hero opening theme is "RISE" by MADKID, playing during Season 1. A genuine mainstream hit. Topped anime opening charts for most of its run. The animation showing Naofumi rebuilding his strength from nothing resonated strongly with the underdog premise.

Who sings "RISE" from The Rising of the Shield Hero?

"RISE" is performed by MADKID. MADKID is a Japanese J-pop duo known for high-energy EDM-influenced pop. RISE gave Shield Hero one of the most commercially successful anime openings of Winter 2019.

What episodes does "RISE" play in The Rising of the Shield Hero?

"RISE" by MADKID is the The Rising of the Shield Hero Opening 1, playing during Season 1.

Who sings "Bring Back" from The Rising of the Shield Hero?

"Bring Back" is performed by MADKID. MADKID returned for Season 2 with a track that maintained their EDM-pop sound while acknowledging Naofumi's growth from survival mode to rebuilding.

What episodes does "Bring Back" play in The Rising of the Shield Hero?

"Bring Back" by MADKID is the The Rising of the Shield Hero Opening 2, playing during Season 2.

Who sings "Yuzurenai" from The Rising of the Shield Hero?

"Yuzurenai" is performed by Mazica Party. Mazica Party is a Japanese idol group whose pop-rock opening brought a warmer, more hopeful tone to the season centred on the demi-human civil war.

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