What is this genre all about? Music anime generally revolves around people concerned with music in their everyday lives. In addition they often adhere to certain genre conventions, the emphasis on training and practice in preparation for competitions, characters desire for self improvement, and pursuit of a specific goal. This is not unlike the Sports category.
We present you the list of Music manga you should read right now.
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Top 20 Music manga you should read right now. [2026 List]
- 20. Kininatteru Hito ga Otoko ja Nakatta
- 19. Mangnani Cheonjae Jakgokga Hoegwihada
- 18. [Oshi no Ko]
- 17. Debut Mot Hamyeon Jungneun Byeong Geollim
- 16. Rock wa Lady no Tashinami deshite
- 15. Zombieland Saga
- 14. My Daughter Is a Musical Genius
- 13. The Artistic Genius of Music Is the Reincarnation of Paganini
- 12. Futsuu no Keionbu
- 11. Nana
- 10. Together With the Gods of Music
- 9. Bocchi the Rock!
- 8. Idol x Idol Story!
- 7. Naeirui Eutteum
- 6. Du Beon Saneun Eumakcheonjae
- 5. Mikazuki March
- 4. Suibu Yametai Hagino-san
- 3. Beck
- 2. Yeonggwangui Haeillo
- 1. Sonmaseuro Gujehaneun Mangdol Insaeng
20. Kininatteru Hito ga Otoko ja Nakatta
Kininatteru Hito ga Otoko ja Nakatta depicts the love story between a high school girl and her classmate who she mistakes as a guy outside of school. They eventually bond over their shared taste in rock music.
Note: Kininatteru Hito ga Otoko ja Nakatta began as a web comic released on the author's Twitter account since April 10, 2022, and published in print by Kadokawa since April 19, 2023.
The Guy She Was Interested in Wasn't a Guy At All is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 気になってる人が男じゃなかった, The Person She Fell For Wasn't A Boy, Ki ni Natteru Hito ga Otoko Janakatta, Kinninaru Hito ga Otoko Jyanakatta
19. Mangnani Cheonjae Jakgokga Hoegwihada
Success, fame, family… Min Hyeon-Seung, a genius composer who lost everything in an instant, was on the verge of death… He wanted to live a different life, one where he could say that all of his misfortunes were not because of karma.
"How could this happen…"
He was given another chance to live.
Mangnani Cheonjae Jakgokga Hoegwihada is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: Nhà Soạn Nhạc Thiên Tài Đã Trở Lại, Return of the Genius Composer, The Return of a Crazy Genius Composer, 天才作曲家のやり直しライフ
18. [Oshi no Ko]
![[Oshi no Ko]](https://media.kitsu.app/manga/56391/cover_image/048d161cfcba4908901a07a09a1afadc.jpg)
"In the world of showbiz, lies are weapons." Goro works as an OB-GYN in the countryside, a life far removed from the entertainment industry. Meanwhile, his favorite idol, Ai Hoshino, has begun her climb to stardom. The two meet in the "worst possible way," setting the gears of fate in motion! The amazing Aka Akasaka and Mengo Yokoyari team up to depict the world of showbiz from a completely new perspective in this shocking series!
【OSHI NO KO】 has finished publishing and it has 168 Chapters. It is also Known as: 【推しの子】, My Favorite's Child, Favorite Girl, My Idol's Child, Oshi no Ko, [Mein*Star], เกิดใหม่เป็นลูกโอชิ
17. Debut Mot Hamyeon Jungneun Byeong Geollim
After a night of drinking, aspiring civil servant Ryu Gunwoo passes out, only to awaken three years in the past in the body of a young man named Park Moondae. Before he can even assess the situation, he's given a mission: Debut or Die! Now, Moondae has one year to debut as an idol or face his doom. Luckily, he's able to snag a spot on the famous survival program "Idol Inc.", but with his skills so low and the competition so high, does Moondae stand a chance at becoming a shining star?
Debut or Die! is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: Debut or Death, If You Don't Debut, You'll Die of Sickness, デビューできないと死ぬ病気にかかってしまいました, 得了不出道就会死的病
16. Rock wa Lady no Tashinami deshite
Ririsa Suzunomiya, who is forced to live a cramped life at a girl's school where genuine ladies gather, is drawn to the sounds coming from the old school building...? The gorgeous and ladylike girls shout with beautiful sparks!
Rock is a Lady's Modesty is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: ロックは淑女〈レディ〉の嗜みでして, Rock wa Shukujo no Tashinami deshite, Rock wa Lady no Tashina Mideshite, Rock wa Shukujo no Tashinami de shite, Rock wa Lady no Tashinami de shite
15. Zombieland Saga
In the year 2008, high school girl Sakura Minamoto is abruptly killed in a traffic accident. Ten years later, Sakura, along with six "legendary" girls from various eras of Japan's history, are brought back as zombies by a man named Kotaro Tatsumi, who seeks to save the Saga prefecture by putting together an all-zombie idol group.
Zombieland Saga is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: ゾンビランドサガ, Zombie Land Saga
14. My Daughter Is a Musical Genius
I was crazy about music and dedicated my entire life to it, but I neglected my daughter. I soon started to regret that for the rest of my pathetic life. Just like that, I died, but when I opened my eyes, it was 10 years ago. This time, I vowed to be a good father. By the way, I think my daughter is a musical genius.
My Daughter Is a Musical Genius has finished publishing and it has 110 Chapters. It is also Known as: Daughter of Music Genius, My Daughter Is a Music Genius, My Daughter is a Musician
13. The Artistic Genius of Music Is the Reincarnation of Paganini
The Rebirth of Paganini, Joo-won Moon. He was once a gifted violinist, but due to an injury, he gradually distanced himself from music and lived the life of a regular high school student. “I don’t pursue music.” However, perhaps the irony of fate… Joo-won Moon accidentally transferred to the music class of an arts high school, he picked up the violin… Will Joo-won Moon be able to overcome his psychological trauma? And is there a chance for him to be reborn as a true violinist?
The Artistic Genius of Music Is the Reincarnation of Paganini is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: High School Musical Genius Is Paganini Reincarnated, El Genio Musical del Instituto es Paganini reencarnado
12. Futsuu no Keionbu
With a passion for richly textured Japanese rock, first-year high school student Chihiro Hatono steps into the world of the light music club, new guitar in tow. But what awaits her behind those doors...? A drama of unfiltered youth and musical ambition takes the stage!
Girl Meets Rock! is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: ふつうの軽音部, Futsu no Keionbu
11. Nana
Nana Komatsu is a young woman who's endured an unending string of boyfriend problems. Moving to Tokyo, she's hoping to take control of her life and put all those messy misadventures behind her. She's looking for love and she's hoping to find it in the big city.
Nana Osaki, on the other hand, is cool, confident and focused. She swaggers into town and proceeds to kick down the doors to Tokyo's underground punk scene. She's got a dream and won't give up until she becomes Japan's No. 1 rock'n'roll superstar.
This is the story of two 20-year-old women who share the same name. Even though they come from completely different backgrounds, they somehow meet and become best friends. The world of Nana is a world exploding with sex, music, fashion, gossip and all-night parties.
Nana has finished publishing and it has 84 Chapters. It is also Known as: NANA, Nana
10. Together With the Gods of Music
A producer who had no talent but wanted to be a successful singer. Death came on the day he thought it was his last chance, but the music immortals did not turn their backs on him.
"If the music immortals don't forsake you, will you really be able to do it? With the music immortals, change began."
Together With the Gods of Music is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: I Am With the Music Immortals, ゴッド・オブ・ミュージック～音楽の神々と共に～
9. Bocchi the Rock!
Gotou Hitori is a high school girl who starting learning to playing the guitar because she dreams of being in a band, but she's so shy that she hasn't made a single friend. However, her dream might come true after she meets Ijichi Nijika, a girl who plays drums and is looking for a new guitarist for her band.
Bocchi the Rock! is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: ぼっち・ざ・ろっく！, Одинокий Рокер, 愛好·扎·搖滾！, 爱好·扎·摇滚！
8. Idol x Idol Story!
Mimi Nagisa (22 years old) is a former idol. Being told she lacked the talent, she gave up on her idol dreams and now she works part-time while attending college. However, the moment she meets the up-and-coming idol Ibuki Nanakusa, her interest is rekindled, and their lives begin to intersect with each other.
Idol x Idol Story! is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: IDOL×IDOL STORY！, アイドル×アイドル ストーリー！
7. Naeirui Eutteum
As a fan of idol Ryu Seon-Jae, Im Sol was happy fangirling to her heart’s content. That is until one day, Seon-Jae is suddenly found dead. As she grieves, Sol discovers a curious pocket watch that takes her six years into the past. Before she knows it, Sol tracks down a teenage Seon-Jae, and the words “I freaking love you!” spill out. Now, he’s totally creeped out by her, but Sol must somehow win over Seon-Jae to stop history from repeating. With the clock ticking, can she save her future number one?
Tomorrow's #1 has finished publishing and it has 81 Chapters. It is also Known as: The Best of Tomorrow, Tomorrow's Best
6. Du Beon Saneun Eumakcheonjae
Even if a musician dies, he never dies. It's just covered. Singer-songwriter Kim Han-Seok, who became a legend in Korea with just a guitar... Waking up as a college student in the streaming era 30 years after his death!
Musician Genius Who Lives Twice has finished publishing and it has 75 Chapters. It is also Known as: Du Beon Saneun Eumakcheonjae
5. Mikazuki March
To escape the stress of city life, high school, and her overbearing mother, Mizuki runs away from home to spend spring break with her aunt. But her future is looming and she still has no idea what she’s interested in… until she crosses paths with Akira, a high school trumpet player who introduces her to the world of marching band! Music, movement, and the passions of youth collide in a breathtaking coming-of-age tale for fans of Sound! Euphonium and Whisper of the Heart!
Crescent Moon Marching has finished publishing and it has 42 Chapters. It is also Known as: みかづきマーチ, Mikadzuki March, Mikazuki Maachi
4. Suibu Yametai Hagino-san
Hagino and Kiritani are members of the school's brass band. Hagino-san gets angry and complains at every practice that she has no time for a boyfriend or to play games, and keeps saying every chance she gets, "Maybe I should quit the band......."
Suibu Yametai Hagino-san has finished publishing and it has 44 Chapters. It is also Known as: 吹部やめたい萩野さん, Hagino-san Wants to Quit the Wind Ensemble
3. Beck
For the first 14 years of his life, Yukio Tanaka has been one heck of a boring guy. He has no hobbies, a weak taste in music, and only a small vestige of a personality. He yearns for an exciting life, but his shy, and somewhat neurotic personality make him his own worst enemy. Little does he know that his life will be forever changed when he meets Ryusuke Minami, a wild and unpredictable 16 year-old fresh from America, who happens to be in a rock-and-roll band named after his Frankenstein-like patched dog—Beck.
BECK: Mongolian Chop Squad has finished publishing and it has 103 Chapters. It is also Known as: BECK, Beck
2. Yeonggwangui Haeillo
Halo, the greatest musician of his time, gets into a car accident on his way to the Grammy Awards. When he comes to, he finds himself in the body of a young Korean boy named Noh Hae-Il. He is left in a place where the surroundings and the times are different. After confirming that Noh Hae-Il's English name is Halo, he feels a strong sense of destiny. Halo enters Hae-Il. He demonstrates his genius even in this era.
Yeonggwangui Haeillo has finished publishing and it has 60 Chapters. It is also Known as: A Tidal Wave of Glory
1. Sonmaseuro Gujehaneun Mangdol Insaeng
I can save even the most doomed restaurant with my touch!
Im Hyeonseong, a famous chef who has even shown up in a TV show as the CEO of a food industry. He built his wealth and fame from the ground up, but meets an unjust death because of his stepmother and step-sibling. At that moment, a system window appeared in front of him. They will give him a chance to take his revenge if he succeeds in making ‘Climax’, the doomed idol group, successful by controlling Cheon Ise’s body. Will I be able to save the doom restau– I mean the doom idols with my touch? We will now begin the special quest, ‘Idol, Cheon Ise’!
Saving the Doomed Idols With My Touch is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: Save a Failed Idol's Life, 最強レシピで作ります！＃伝説のアイドル
