Songs with titles that start with “Ha.” Lots that evoke the seasons!

half of meHirai Ken

Ken Hirai "half of me" MUSIC VIDEO

It’s the theme song for Fuji TV’s Thursday drama “Twilight Meteor Shower: Midlife, Falling in Love,” a “phantom love ballad” that had been kept under wraps for about nine years since 2009, and it’s said to depict the world ten years after his signature song “even if.” In the music video, it’s striking how half the screen is composed of “blank space” like walls and doors to express the feeling of losing something precious.

Ken Hirai’s beautiful, heartrending voice resonates over the piano accompaniment.

When you sing it, if you deliver each lyric carefully, I think you can recreate that beautiful vocal quality.

Try to be mindful not to rush through it carelessly.

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Flower Oiran feat. Medusa, E.V.P & IFELANA

Flower Oiran feat. Medusa, E.V.P & IFE

With her overwhelming vocal prowess and charisma, LANA is capturing intense attention from Gen Z.

Seamlessly moving between hip-hop and R&B, her style has secured a firm place in the scene.

Among her tracks, this one is a must-listen: unveiled in Red Bull’s popular project “Red Bull RASEN,” it was released as a single in February 2025.

Inspired by the motif of an oiran (courtesan), the song features a mic relay with powerhouse rappers Medusa, E.V.P, and IFE.

Riding Koshy’s beat, the four deliver jaw-dropping verses in their own distinct styles.

It’s also included on the album “20 +,” so if you’re looking to be inspired by a strong female image, this is essential listening.

Spring Flood Op.14-11Sergei Rachmaninov

Floods of Spring Op. 14 No. 11

12 Romances, a song collection published in 1896 by Sergey Rachmaninoff, one of Russia’s representative composers.

Published in 1896, it is a work brimming with youthful passion.

The piece in question is included as No.

11 in the set.

Although originally a song, it features a fiercely surging piano part that demands extremely advanced technique, with an impact like snowmelt waters bursting through a dam.

Rather than a gentle spring, it is recommended for those who want to feel a powerful spring overflowing with vitality.

If you want to savor the dramatic moment of the transition from winter to spring, be sure to check it out.

The first person I fell in love withBoku ga mitakatta aozora

The Blue Sky I Wanted to See / “The First Person I Fell in Love With” Music Video (YouTube ver.)

This number vividly brings back the bittersweet memories of first love, carried by a breezy ska rhythm.

It’s brimming with positive energy that looks forward even while holding onto a touch of heartache.

It’s a song by Boku ga Mitakatta Aozora, included on Type-A and Type-B of the single “Sukisugite Up and down,” released in November 2024.

The release also features the theme song for the animated film Ganbatte Ikimasshoi, performed by a unit called Kumogumi; center member Eren Sugiura’s expressive performance is especially captivating.

The music video unfolds a story set at a school, offering a world where acting and dance merge.

When a fleeting moment brings back memories of an old romance, listening to this song will surely lift your spirits.

The tipping point of resonanceBoku ga mitakatta aozora

The Blue Sky I Wanted to See / “Echoes’ Tipping Point” (2025.12.28 BOKUAO Youth Farewell 2025)

A powerful dance beat that pushes through with its own will sends shivers through the heart.

It’s a song by the idol group “Boku ga Mitakatta Aozora,” known for tracks like “Thinking About the Blue Sky,” included on Type-B of their single “That Was a Fairy,” released in December 2025.

It sings of a resolve for independence, and many of you may have seen its first performance in December 2025.

Perhaps thanks to the strong-willed vocals of Hitoe Yagi, who takes the lead, it’s a song that stirs the heart more each time you listen.

The high-velocity arrangement featuring Aira from Dream Monster is irresistible, too.

It’s a perfect track for those clutch moments when you want the courage to break through your current situation.

Listen when you want to cut through doubt, and you’ll feel the strength to move forward welling up inside.

Happy Mille-feuilleHatsuboshi Gakuen

Hatsuboshi Academy “Happy Millefeuille” Official Music Video (HATSUBOSHI GAKUEN – Happy Millefeuille)

If you want to soak in that sweet Valentine’s vibe, this is the one! With a catchy, sweet-and-pop melody, it spotlights the courage to fall in love and the thrill of sugary treats.

With lyrics and arrangement by Nanahoshi Orchestra and composition by Riku Iwami, this piece delivers a sound that sets your heart racing the moment you hit play.

Released in February 2025 as part of the game “Gakuen Idolmaster” season event “Valentine Concerto,” it’s a track that shines on its own.

The CD single even includes solo versions for all 11 members, letting you savor each singer’s unique voice—another big draw.

It’s perfect BGM for when you want to share your feelings with someone special.

Listen while making sweets, and you’re sure to find a lovely dose of courage!

white lineHatsuboshi Gakuen

Hatsuboshi Academy “White Line” Official Music Video (HATSUBOSHI GAKUEN – Hakusen)

If you’re looking for a rush that makes you want to burst into a sprint and a melody you just can’t get out of your head, we recommend this track written and composed by Nayutan Seijin! It’s a hugely popular number released in May 2024 as the solo song for Ririya Katsuragi from the game “Gakuen Idolmaster.” The lyrics, which shoot straight toward the sky even while carrying anxiety, and the catchy, bouncy beat are guaranteed to have you humming along after just one listen.

Another charm point is the production that lets you feel an idol’s real growth—such as including a deliberately unpolished vocal version in the game.

It also made waves when it was released as a single CD in August 2024.

I believe it’s a song that gives courage to everyone taking their first step toward their dreams.