Classic and popular songs sung by actors
Many of today’s actors and TV personalities are multitalented, and we can expect them to shine in many different fields.
From insert songs used in films and dramas to independently released tracks, there are actually quite a lot of songs that actors have been involved with.
In this article, we introduce a number of classic songs released by actors.
“Oh, I’ve heard this in that drama!”
“Isn’t this the song from that variety show?”
I hope you’ll enjoy reminiscing about the stories behind these tracks.
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Great and Popular Songs Sung by Actors (41–50)
DreamyEguchi Yosuke
These days, Yosuke Eguchi has become a very suave and cool, distinguished gentleman, but he used to be active as a singer as well.
He released more than ten singles and albums.
His image of singing with long hair and a guitar was memorable.
Although he worked as both an actor and a singer, he decided he wanted to master one thing, so he focused exclusively on acting and appears to no longer be active as a singer.
Great and popular songs sung by actors (51–60)
Until it turns red!Asano Tadanobu
Tadanobu Asano has a band called “SODA!” in which he is the vocalist.
They also perform live quite actively.
Their songs have a distinctively artistic feel that’s very much Tadanobu Asano, and he’s showcasing his multifaceted talent.
I won’t let myself cry.Atsumi Kiyoshi
Kiyoshi Atsumi, known for his role as Tora-san in the ‘It’s Tough Being a Man’ series and also a comedian, released several songs.
This song was used as the theme song for the TV drama ‘Naitetamarka’ in which Atsumi appeared.
Ultraman Leomanatsu ryu
Ryu Manatsu played the protagonist, Gen Ohtori, in the fourth installment of the second Ultra Series, Ultraman Leo, and also sang the opening theme through episode 13.
He also performed the insert song “Hoshizora no Ballad,” which is likewise very popular.
We Did It (DISH// and Bonga High Did It ver.)Kubota Masataka
The ending theme of the drama “We Did It,” which Masataka Kubota appeared in, is DISH//’s song “We Did It.” Kubota himself also took part in the track, and it was released digitally as the “DISH// and Bonge High We Did It ver.” In the past, he has also released two songs as insert tracks for dramas.
He’s a very skilled and cool singer, so I’d love to hear him not just in insert songs or collaborations, but performing on his own.
No no, yo!!Suzuki Fuku
Speaking of Fuku Suzuki’s songs, “Maru Maru Mori Mori!”, which he released as a unit with Mana Ashida and which served as the theme song for the drama Marumo no Okite, was a huge hit, but he has also released solo singles under the name Fuku Suzuki.
They’re charming, childlike songs that give you a warm, cozy feeling.
Heart of glassShirota Yuu
Yu Shirota has released several singles under the name “U.” He showcases his singing in musicals and other performances, and because he has outstanding vocal ability, his songs are very natural and easy to listen to.
He also actively holds concerts and other events.