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Gundam Hathaway Announces Ending Theme Song: Guns N’ Roses’ “Sweet Child O’ Mine”

The ending theme song for Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway: The Sorcery of Nymph Circe has been officially announced as the iconic rock anthem “Sweet Child O’ Mine” by Guns N’ Roses.


Gundam Hathaway x Guns N’ Roses

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“Sweet Child O’ Mine” is one of Guns N’ Roses’ signature songs and reached number one on the US charts. Opening with Slash’s instantly recognizable guitar riff, the song blends the raw power of hard rock with a beautifully melodic sensibility. Since its release in 1987, it has been embraced as a generational anthem that continues to resonate with listeners across decades.


Hathaway

Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway: The Sorcery of Nymph Circe ©Sotsu・Sunrise


A Timeless Anthem That Continues to Shine

In 2019, the music video for “Sweet Child O’ Mine” surpassed one billion views on YouTube, becoming the first song from the 1980s to achieve this milestone. As of 2026, the video has exceeded 2.1 billion views and continues to grow at a remarkable pace. The song remains the biggest hit in Guns N’ Roses’ history, showing no sign of losing its enduring brilliance.


Hathaway

Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway: The Sorcery of Nymph Circe ©Sotsu・Sunrise


Lyrics That Echo Hathaway’s Emotional Journey

The song’s lyrics, which convey tenderness and bittersweet emotion while depicting the complex feelings brought about by the presence of “her,” closely overlap with the emotions Hathaway experiences after meeting Gigi. This emotional resonance makes the track a fitting ending theme that aligns naturally with the story of the film.


Source : ORICON NEWS