‘You Say Run’ Reborn With Electric Callboy for MHA 10th — SkimNews
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- Hayashi Yuki co-wrote and released a 10th-anniversary version of 'You Say Run' featuring Electric Callboy, blending the original orchestral arrangement with the band’s EDM-pop-metalcore fusion, with a global release set for Sept. 22
- Electric Callboy performed the reworked 'You Say Run' live at the 'My Hero Academia in Concert' event in London on Sept. 20, ahead of its official streaming debut, marking a major crossover with anime music
- Toho Co., Ltd. coordinated the international collaboration, selecting Electric Callboy for their powerful vocals and melodic energy to match the anime’s high-octane tone as part of the franchise’s decade-long celebration
- Bones Film unveiled a new anniversary illustration of Izuku Midoriya performing a 'Smash,' echoing the original Season 1 soundtrack cover, to accompany the song’s release
- Horikoshi Kohei’s manga concluded in August 2024 after surpassing 100 million copies sold worldwide, capping the narrative arc as the anime enters its final season and 10th anniversary phase
- The 'My Hero Academia The Animation 10th Anniversary' project will continue through 2026, with further announcements planned via the dedicated anniversary website
Why it matters: This collaboration extends the cultural reach of a flagship anime by merging its core musical identity with an international rock act, amplifying cross-genre appeal at a pivotal moment—after the manga's conclusion and during the final anime season—potentially boosting global engagement and long-term franchise value beyond traditional anime audiences.
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