Future

"Future" is performed by Hiro-X and served as Opening Theme 1 for the 2001 television anime The Prince of Tennis, adapted from Tennis no Oujisama and animated by Trans Arts. Used at the start of the series, it introduced the show’s competitive tone during its original TV run in 2001.

The song is built as a brisk J-Pop opener, with a forward-driving beat, bright melodic phrasing, and a chorus that rises quickly rather than unfolding gradually. Hiro-X sings with a clear, pressing delivery that keeps the track in motion. The music was composed by UZA, with lyrics by 青木裕光.

That energetic lift matches a series centered on Ryouma Echizen’s arrival at Seishun Academy and the constant push of matches, rankings, and rivalry. Rather than sounding heavy, "Future" moves with the momentum of a weekly sports opening. It later appeared on the 2002 release THE PRINCE OF TENNIS op.The Best Hits ed.Since 2001.