Naruto: Every Opening Song

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Naruto may have ended years ago, but these opening songs still play in our minds when we remember the fond memories we had watching each episode. Since the series spanned decades, it had bundles of music for you to blast in your car while studying or sing aloud like you're in a karaoke booth in Japan, albeit in horrible Japanese.

Every Naruto fan (or anime fan in general) knows when an opening is one that will be remembered forever, and we're going to go through each one to decide which will take the top spot for the best Naruto opening ranked on song as well as the impact it had during the series.

 

1.   1. ROCKS by Hound Dog, used from episodes 1 to 25 

"ROCKS" was sung by Hound Dog and was the opening for episodes 1 to 25. Although this was the 1st opening to Japanese audiences, it doesn't hold that much importance to overseas fans. While there's nothing wrong with it, nothing is outstanding about it, either. It shows Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura doing ninja moves on random ninjas.

The singer's smooth vocals are nice on the ears, but it isn't the best song to introduce a show about ninjas and action-packed scenes. Also, since most don't know about it besides those who watched it after Naruto aired, it's one of the least-watched openings.

2. Far Away (Haruka Kanata) by Asian Kung-Fu Generation, used from episodes 26 to 53

"GO" was sung by FLOW and was the opening for episodes 78 to 103. This is the opening that made "Fighting Dreamers" a slogan for the series. This opening introduces Sasuke's black outfit we only see for the chuunin exams, displays Jiraiya's perverted tendencies, and shows the Akatsuki.

      

The opening has 2 versions as well: one with Tsunade and one without her. Because of all of the information, as well as the catchy tune and chorus being mainly in English, this opening has captured the hearts of many Naruto fans and remains a beloved theme song sung to this day.

 

3. Turning Sadness Into Kindness (Kanashimi o Yasashisa ni) by little, used from episodes 54 to 77.

"Turning Sadness into Kindness" was sung little by little and was the opening for episodes 54 to 77. Mostly ignored for the high-pitched vocals of the lead singer, this opening is one of importance. The name itself is fit for a character like Naruto as well as the message it sends with each frame.


It displays Naruto, Gaara, Neji, and Hinata all in the same boat of loneliness as well as a time when Sakura and Ino used to be best friends. This is also the second opening that shows all of the teams and their leaders.

 

4. GO!!! by FLOW, used from episodes 78 to 103.

"GO" was sung by FLOW and was the opening for episodes 78 to 103. This is the opening that made "Fighting Dreamers" a slogan for the series. This opening introduces Sasuke's black outfit we only see for the chuunin exams, displays Jiraiya's perverted tendencies, and shows the Akatsuki.

The opening has 2 versions as well: one with Tsunade and one without her. Because of all of the information, as well as the catchy tune and chorus being mainly in English, this opening has captured the hearts of many Naruto fans and remains a beloved theme song sung to this day.

 

5.Rhapsody of Youth (Seishun Kyousoukyoku) by Sambomaster, used from episodes 104 to 128.

"Rhapsody of Youth" was sung by Sambomaster and was the opening for episodes 104 to 128 as well as the Sasuke Retrieval Team arc. If there was ever an opening that needed to set the mood for a final battle back in the day, this would be it. It begins with the team sent to retrieve Sasuke and keep him from turning into a runaway ninja before it's too late.

What hits hard is Sasuke's hand reaching out for his forehead protector, displaying Naruto and Sakura on both sides, before it slips from his hands and shows Orochimaru and Kabuto. It's a sad revelation that shows he's already picked his side.


6. No Boy, No Cry by Stance Punks (my personal favorite of Part I), used from episodes 129 to 153.

"No Boy, No Cry" was sung by Stance Punks and was the opening for episodes 129 to 153. This opening takes place right after Sasuke decided to leave the village and join Orochimaru. The song, which sings of a young boys' frustration with the world, and Naruto's depressed face throughout the opening set the tone for the upcoming arc: Naruto and Sasuke's fight.

The singer's raspy and deep voice mixes well with the visuals, although the red line bordering the screen was a questionable choice. Tsunade looks over the village as Hokage, and the end has Naruto jump off a cliff that overseas Konoha.

 

7. Wind and Waves Satellite (Namikaze Sateraito) by Snowkel, used from episodes 154 to 178.

"Wind and Waves Sattelite" was sung by Snowkel and was the opening for episodes 154 to 178. Here we have the Konoha 11 (or Konoha 10 because Sasuke isn't there) supporting each other in a time where they need it the most. The accent colors used for each character, especially orange for Naruto and hot pink for Sakura, compliment the opening as well as the song's beat.

 

8. Remember by FLOW, used from episodes 179 to 202.

"Swaying" was sung by Hearts Grow and was the opening for episodes 203 to 220. We're continuing this list with the last Naruto opening, a stylish one where Naruto fights against himself, Rock Lee, and various ninjas with some impressive taijutsu. Because this ending hints at Naruto leaving the village with Jiraiya to become stronger, it holds significance.


Albeit the song is a little laidback, it fits the atmosphere and mixes nicely with the visuals of the other supporting characters. Though the question remains as to why the boys are in suits, this is later called back in a Naruto Shippuden ending.

 

9. Swaying (Yurayura) by Hearts Grow, used from episodes 203 to 220.

"Swaying" was sung by Hearts Grow and was the opening for episodes 203 to 220. We're continuing this list with the last Naruto opening, a stylish one where Naruto fights against himself, Rock Lee, and various ninjas with some impressive taijutsu. Because this ending hints at Naruto leaving the village with Jiraiya to become stronger, it holds significance.


Albeit the song is a little laidback, it fits the atmosphere and mixes nicely with the visuals of the other supporting characters. Though the question remains as to why the boys are in suits, this is later called back in a Naruto Shippuden ending.