Songs whose titles start with “He.” Useful for shiritori or karaoke.
What songs come to mind that start with the Japanese syllable “he” (へ)?
In this article, we will introduce songs whose titles begin with “He” (へ).
Many titles that start with “He” (へ) feature words like “HEY,” “peace,” or “HEAVEN.”
We’ve gathered a variety of tracks—from upbeat, high-energy numbers to moving ballads and songs with thought-provoking lyrics.
Feel free to use this list for a song-title shiritori game or for a karaoke session limited to songs that start with “He” (へ)!
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Songs whose titles start with “ヘ”. For shiritori or karaoke reference (251–260)
HeadlightHashiri Yusuke
Sang by Yusuke Hashiri, this piece was included in the October 2024 album Original & Cover Collection.
It’s a cover of a song originally performed by Kenji Niinuma, beautifully blending lyrics by Yuu Aku with Hiroshi Tokuhisa’s deeply moving melody.
Hashiri’s powerful yet gentle voice lights the path of life like a headlight, kindling a ray of hope in listeners’ hearts.
It’s perfect for a long-distance drive—or for times when you’ve lost your way in life.
Hey Hey Heychōtokkyū
When you want to listen to something bright and energizing, try “Hey Hey Hey” by the dance-vocal group Bullet Train (Choutokkyuu)! It has a funky vibe that makes you want to start dancing.
Just listening to it will lift your spirits, so give it a try when you’re feeling unmotivated or tired!
HELL OR HEAVEN (Hell or Heaven)Gō Hiromi
Released in July 1978, Hiromi Go’s song is a classic born in the heart of the disco boom.
It was used as an insert song for the TBS drama “Mu Ichizoku” and became a major hit, especially among young people.
Marked by dynamic vocals and an up-tempo disco beat, it whipped dance floors of the era into a frenzy.
It’s also an important track in Go’s career and has long been a staple at his live shows.
The piece comically portrays an extreme choice—“hell or heaven”—lightly capturing life’s options and moments of decision.
Young music fans, be sure to check it out!
A Song That Wants to ChangeAbe Mao
This is the 16th single by singer-songwriter Mao Abe, who drew attention after winning the “YAMAHA TEENS’ MUSIC FESTIVAL 2006 Oita Tournament” and made her major debut in 2008.
The song was used as the opening theme for the music program “musicるTV,” and its fast-paced rock sound really amps up the energy.
The overall vocal range isn’t very wide, so it’s relatively easy to sing; in the chorus in particular, focusing on projecting your voice forward helps keep the melody from sounding flat.
As a straightforward rock number, it’s an upbeat tune that’s especially fun to play together as a band.
Hello AloneYukinoshita Yukino (CV: Hayami Saori) Yuigahama Yui (CV: Touyama Nao)
This is the ending theme of the anime commonly abbreviated as Oregairu, My Youth Romantic Comedy Is Wrong, As I Expected.
It’s a duet by the heroines Yukino Yukinoshita and Yui Yuigahama, and the song has a sparkling vibe that perfectly suits a rom-com theme.
A notable feature is how each singer’s voice reflects her character’s individuality, conveying the atmosphere of the series.
It’s a refreshing track that evokes the image of racing through the fleeting time of youth with everything you’ve got.
A snake’s tailTakahashi Tomoko
Adorable children’s songs with animal themes spark kids’ curiosity and lead to learning.
This piece centers on a simple question: Where does a snake’s tail begin? A zookeeper explains that the area where the poop comes out is the start of the tail.
Through the song, children can enjoy learning about animal body structures.
Tomoko Takahashi arranged this work—written by Kazuko Nakajima and composed by Hidehiko Maeda—and performs it with gentle vocals and piano.
How about singing it together with your child and thinking about snakes?
Hey Hey BluesTakada Wataru
Wataru Takada is known as one of the figures who helped create the Kansai folk music boom.
While his main genre is folk, he’s also adept at blues and bluegrass.
Among his works, Hey Hey Blues is a particularly popular blues classic.
The performance on this track is very bluesy, but the vocal line is quite simple, making it very easy to sing for those who aren’t confident singers.
Though it’s straightforward, it still has moments that build and get exciting—definitely give it a listen.
