Songs with titles that start with “Hi.” The vast world of “Hi.”
From common words like “Hikari” (Light) and “Hero” to rarer ones like “Higurashi” and “Hiiro” (Scarlet), there are many titles that start with the “hi” sound.
What words come to mind?
In this article, we introduce popular songs and easy-to-use titles that begin with “hi.”
Our research turned up a wealth of songs—from long-beloved classics to fan-supported masterpieces.
The more we dig, the more we find…!
Feel free to use this not only when you’re wondering, “What songs start with ‘hi’?” but also as a prompt for shiritori or when choosing tracks for karaoke.
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Songs with titles that start with “Hi.” The vast world of “Hi” (161–170)
non-lie heartTani Yuuki
A poignant song by Tani Yuuki that beautifully portrays the pain and turmoil of heartbreak, where even promises sworn for eternity can crumble in an instant.
The conflicting emotions—disgust toward the person once loved and a love that still hasn’t faded—are woven together through skillful metaphors that pierce the listener’s heart.
While delicately expressing the wounds left by betrayal, the piece also conveys a strength that strives to overcome the sadness.
Included on the album “Memories,” the lyric video released in December 2021 was directed by Kosuke Matsuoka.
When you’re seeking to heal the wounds of a broken heart, this song will gently stay by your side.
contrailArai Yumi
The story of a boy drawn on a white slope reflects Yumi Arai’s inner landscape from her youth.
With a clear, crystalline voice and beautiful piano lines, she gently sings of a longing for the heavens and a parting from the earthly world.
Inspired by feelings for a classmate from her elementary school days, the piece takes flight on a fragile yet refreshing melody, brimming with the radiance of life and hope for liberation.
Released in November 1973 as the title track of the album “Hikōki Gumo,” it drew renewed attention in 2013 as the theme song for Studio Ghibli’s “The Wind Rises.” It is a gem of a song that tenderly supports those who have experienced the loss of someone dear, as well as young people standing at a crossroads in life.
Songs with titles starting with “Hi.” The vast world of “Hi” (171–180)
sunflowerMaekawa Kiyoshi
Himawari, with its strikingly wistful piano intro phrase, is a hit single released in 2002.
The lyrics and music were written by Masaharu Fukuyama, who, like Kiyoshi Maekawa, is from Nagasaki.
It was also performed at that year’s NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen, so it’s widely known and a popular choice for karaoke.
As you’ll hear, the melody development is very characteristic of Fukuyama, with no enka-style techniques, so even those who usually sing pop should be able to handle it well.
The overall key is low, so if you struggle with low notes, try adjusting the key to suit your range before singing.
Secret UFONayutan Seijin
A bittersweet love song that expresses feelings for the other person on a cosmic, romantic scale! It’s a work by Nayutan Seijin, the Vocaloid producer from outer space, released in August 2021.
The dance-rock sound, built around Nayutan Seijin’s signature four-on-the-floor rhythm, accelerates the feeling of being in love.
And KAFU’s cute vocals gently carry those bittersweet emotions.
I want to have this kind of relationship with the person I like!
Eyes Are DiamondMatsuda Seiko
This is Seiko Matsuda’s 15th single, which depicts the bittersweet feelings before the end of a romance as if in a movie.
Released in October 1983, it held the No.
1 spot on The Best Ten for eight consecutive weeks.
On the Oricon weekly singles chart, it achieved the remarkable feat of monopolizing both No.
1 and No.
2 simultaneously together with its predecessor.
The lyrics, written by Takashi Matsumoto, memorably portray the moment of heartbreak—such as a farewell in the rain and the emotions of a woman stepping out from under an umbrella.
The melody, composed by Yumi Matsutoya under the pen name Kureta Karuho, results in a captivating song that conveys strength even amid sorrow.
It’s a recommended track for those seeking empathy and solace in the image of a woman striving to overcome the pain of a broken heart.
A Place in the SunHamada Shogo
A heart-stirring ballad that portrays an illicit love affair.
Included on the album “Before the Generation of Love,” Shogo Hamada’s work gently embraces the aching feelings that slumber deep within the heart.
Since its release in March 1981, it has continued to profoundly move countless listeners.
While depicting a love in the form of an extramarital relationship, it conveys, throughout, the loneliness of hiding from prying eyes and the inner conflict of not wanting to ruin the other person’s life, giving it a depth that goes beyond a simple love song.
It is a gem of a track that quietly stands by the hearts of adults who carry the weight of family, work, and life itself.
The Subject and Absinthetsuru
This work resonates like a sharp-edged band sound slicing through the air.
Released by Tsurusan in February 2025, it features a delicate Hatsune Miku vocal and a math-rock-inspired arrangement.
Its passionately unfolding progression stirs the listener’s heart.
The lyrics follow a being that weaves music within a cyber world, tracing something elusive.
As you listen, you can experience the sensation of being swallowed by waves of sound.