MADKID is a Japanese dance and vocal unit formed in 2014 and signed to Nippon Columbia. The group features KENTO.i, LIN, SHIN, YOU-TA, and YUKI, and built its identity around two bilingual rappers and three vocalists. Their sound blends J-pop, hip-hop, dance music, and electronic production, creating tracks that move between sharp rap verses, melodic hooks, and high-energy choruses.
Since its debut, MADKID has developed a flexible style that works both for original releases and for anime theme songs. That versatility has made the group a familiar name in anison, especially for action series and opening themes that benefit from driving rhythms and strong vocal contrast. In 2025, MADKID further strengthened that connection by performing the opening theme "Resolution" for The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 4 and being tapped for the opening song of Digimon BEATBREAK.
As a performance-focused group, MADKID stands out for the interplay between rap delivery, harmony, and choreography. The band’s catalog reflects a modern J-pop foundation shaped by hip-hop energy and anime song culture, which has helped it reach listeners looking for anime openings, MADKID songs, and Japanese rap-pop with a polished edge.
