Dragon Ball Super Outro 2
Okay, let's talk about Dragon Ball Super. Specifically, the second outro. You know the one. The one that plays after all the epic battles and universe-saving moments. It’s got that… vibe. That sort of bittersweet, slightly melancholic, but also kind of hopeful vibe. And I’m here to tell you, with absolutely no shame, that I kind of love it. Like, a lot. I know, I know, it’s not the high-octane, shout-along anthem some folks might prefer. But there’s something about it, isn’t there?
It’s like this little musical hug at the end of a crazy episode. You’ve just seen Goku go Super Saiyan Blue (again, probably). Maybe he’s just blasted some planet-destroying villain into stardust. Your adrenaline is pumping. You’re ready for another banger, something to make you pump your fist and yell “Kamehameha!” But then… this song kicks in. And it’s not that. It’s… softer. Gentler. It’s like the show is gently patting you on the head and saying, “Good job, you survived another week of universe-ending threats.”
I think the song is called “Hakanai Yuuki” or something like that. Don’t quote me on the spelling. The important thing is the feeling it evokes. It’s got this lovely melody. It’s sung by a certain artist . And it just… washes over you. It’s not trying to be overly aggressive. It’s not trying to make you want to break furniture. It’s just… there. Being nice.
And honestly, after an episode where the fate of existence hangs in the balance, sometimes that’s exactly what you need. You’ve been stressed out. You’ve been worried about Vegeta. You’ve been questioning if Beerus was going to destroy everything because he didn’t like his lunch. So when that outro starts, it’s like a little oasis of calm. A tiny, musical vacation from all the planet-shattering drama.
Think about it. You’re sitting there, maybe munching on some snacks. The credits are rolling. And instead of some aggressive rock anthem, you get this gentle, flowing tune. It’s like the show is saying, “Okay, everyone take a breath. It was a wild ride, but we made it.” And that’s just… comforting. It’s like a warm blanket for your ears.
I can see why some people might find it a bit… understated. They want that energy! They want to feel the power! And I get that. I’m a huge fan of the high-energy openings and outros too. But there’s a time and a place. And for the outro? I think this gentle approach really works. It allows you to reflect on what just happened. You can think about the sacrifices made. The friendships tested. The sheer, unadulterated power on display.
And the visuals that go with it! Oh, the visuals! They’re not just random scenes thrown together. They often show the characters in more reflective moments. You see them training, yes, but you also see them interacting. You see moments of peace. You see them looking out at the stars, perhaps contemplating their place in the universe. It’s a nice change of pace from seeing them just punch each other really, really hard.
It’s also kind of brave, if you think about it. In a genre often defined by loud, bombastic music, to go for something a little more nuanced is a choice. It’s a statement. It’s like the show is saying, “We can be epic, but we can also be thoughtful.” And I appreciate that. I really do.
So, yeah. I’m going to go out on a limb here. My unpopular opinion is that Dragon Ball Super’s second outro is actually pretty great. It’s a perfect way to wind down after a chaotic episode. It’s a gentle reminder that even in a universe filled with gods and monsters, there are still moments of beauty and quiet. And sometimes, that’s the most powerful thing of all.
It's like the show is gently patting you on the head and saying, “Good job, you survived another week of universe-ending threats.”
Next time you’re watching Super, and that song comes on, try not to groan. Try to lean into it. Let the melody carry you. Appreciate the calm after the storm. You might just find yourself smiling. And hey, if anyone asks why you’re humming a slightly sad but hopeful tune, you can just tell them you’re remembering all the times Goku and his friends saved the world. And maybe, just maybe, you’ll convince them too.