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[Kayō Star] Hiromi Go’s Best Hits & Classic Songs Collection

Pop music star Hiromi Go.

Ever since his 1972 debut with “Otoko no Ko Onna no Ko,” he’s remained at the forefront, still appearing on TV even in the Reiwa era.

In his early years, along with Goro Noguchi and Hideki Saijo, he gained popularity as one of the “New Gosanke” (the new big three).

Signature crowd-pleasers like “GOLDFINGER ’99” and “Ni-oku Yon-senman no Hitomi” are killer tunes that many people have heard at least once, regardless of generation.

While Go is strongly associated with a lively, bursting energy, his carefully delivered ballads are wonderful as well.

We’ve put together a rich feature on Go’s classic songs that captivate with their dazzling charm—please take your time and enjoy.

[Kayo Star] Hiromi Go’s Best Hits & Famous Songs (41–50)

A Lovely Cinderella ComplexGō Hiromi

Hiromi Go’s “Suteki ni Cinderella Complex,” which was featured in a Toyota Corolla commercial, is his 47th single, released in 1983.

Hiromi Go has many famous songs, but I think this one is a hidden gem among them.

So for those who remember that era, hearing it will probably make them go, “Ah, that song!” In the commercial, he even appeared playing rugby with the song in the background.

The melody is catchy and pleasant to listen to, and it really sticks with you.

It’s easy to see why it’s been loved by the public and listened to for so long.

Nishitan Clinic: Doppelgänger Doll Edition

OriginalGō Hiromi

It’s a laugh-filled commercial that reunites the female comedy trio 3ji no Heroine with Hiromi Go.

Just like the previous ad where 3ji no Heroine kept beating a tambourine non-stop, this one is also incredibly impactful—but the real charm is Hiromi Go enthusiastically belting out a mysterious song that repeats just a single word.

The melody is so catchy you can’t help but hum along.

It’s almost baffling how such an upbeat track can be built from just one word.

The doll figures linked hand and foot like a chorus line are a reliably funny touch, too! I can’t wait for the next new commercial.

Boys and girlsGō Hiromi

This was Hiromi Go’s debut song.

He later became one of the “New Big Three” alongside Hideki Saijo and Goro Noguchi, but his idol-like presence was second to none.

His debut came about when a neighborhood lady applied on his behalf for an open casting call for the 1971 film The Sound of Waves.

He didn’t get the part, but he caught the eye of Johnny Kitagawa and was scouted.

The performance where he shouts “Go! Go!” after “Kimitachi onnanoko♪” may seem like a children’s play now, but it was wildly popular at the time.

As for his singing ability? Among the New Big Three back then, he was considered the weakest.

Even so, thanks to his exceptional star quality, Go won the Best New Artist award at that year’s Japan Record Awards.

We might be able to meet.Gō Hiromi

Released in October 1975.

The somewhat enka-like feel may be because the lyrics were written by Yoko Yamaguchi, who is famous for writing songs for Hiroshi Itsuki and others.

However, since his voice is quite high, it might have been difficult to fully convey an enka-style atmosphere.

As a result, it feels like the song doesn’t really express Hiromi Go’s bright persona or his other cool image very well.

Even so, thanks to name recognition, it debuted at No.

4 on the Oricon chart.

Stay by my side just as you areGō Hiromi

Hiromi Go “Stay by Me As I Am” (at Osaka Festival Hall on 4/21)
Stay by my side just as you areGō Hiromi

Being able to meet someone who makes you feel like you could give them your everything—that’s a miracle, isn’t it? Released in 2008 as the 91st single, here is “Arinomama de Soba ni Ite” (“Stay by My Side As I Am”).

The utmost love for an irreplaceable person is packed tightly into the sound, lyrics, and vocals.

The highest notes are a bit on the high side, but since it’s a slow ballad, you should be able to sing it at ease.

If you feel the notes are too high, try supplementing with mixed voice or falsetto.

promiseGō Hiromi

Hiromi Go new song “Yakusoku (Promise)” 7/9 Osaka Festival Hall Day 1
promiseGō Hiromi

In 2022, timed with their 50th anniversary debut, the single “Jankenpon GO!!” was released, and this song “Yakusoku” was included as the B-side.

The message in the lyrics—“I want to become someone I can be proud of and go see the person I cherish”—is truly wonderful.

It gives you the courage to face tomorrow and gently warms your heart.

Try taking it on when you want to sing a moving ballad.

Even men who aren’t confident with high notes should be able to handle it.

Goodbye DAY~VINGT ANS VERSION~Gō Hiromi

When you want to soak in a moist, romantic mood, be sure to try singing this song.

“Goodbye DAY” is a track included on the 1982 album “Aishuu no Casablanca,” with the original written by singer-songwriter Takao Kisugi.

The version introduced here, “Goodbye DAY ~VINGT ANS VERSION~,” is a rearranged take included on the 1995 best-of album “THE GREATEST HITS OF HIROMI GO VOL.2 ~Ballads~.” Let your mature, heartfelt vocals resonate and move the soul.