Sono Chi no Sadame was released as the first opening theme for the JoJo's Bizarre Adventure anime in 2012, performed by Hiroaki Tominaga. It accompanied the Phantom Blood and Battle Tendency arcs, setting the tone for the series with its dramatic rock sound and references to the Joestar bloodline. As JoJo clips spread on YouTube, TikTok and in meme edits, the opening became a shorthand for epic, destined moments. Fans still use the short title line to signal that something important, absurd or heroic is about to happen.