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Guren no Yumiya


"Guren no Yumiya" is the opening theme song for the anime series "Shingeki no Kyojin" (Attack on Titan), composed by Hiroyuki Sawano with lyrics by Rie and performed by Linked Horizon. Released in 2013, the song features a powerful and intense rock sound, with epic orchestration and dramatic vocals that capture the themes of bravery, defiance, and the struggle for survival depicted in the series. The lyrics are sung predominantly in Japanese, with occasional German phrases, and reflect the perspective of the protagonists as they face the onslaught of the Titans. "Guren no Yumiya" became immensely popular among fans of "Attack on Titan" for its adrenaline-pumping energy and iconic status as the opening theme for the first season of the anime.