Memories was performed by Maki Otsuki and served as the first ending theme for the One Piece television anime, accompanying episodes in 1999 and 2000 during the East Blue saga. Its gentle tone contrasted with the adventure on screen and closed early episodes on a reflective note. Fans have kept the song in circulation through anime edits, tributes and soundboards, where this short excerpt is shared as a shorthand for nostalgia, friendship and the early days of Luffy and the Straw Hat crew.