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” (391–400)
Sunflower “SUNWARD”Nakajima Miyuki
This is a moving song that celebrates the strength of sunflowers and the dignity of humanity.
Miyuki Nakajima’s powerful vocals gently embrace the profound lyrics that speak out against war and discrimination.
Included on the 1994 album “LOVE OR NOTHING,” the song uses the sunflower as a symbol of peace to challenge us to consider the fundamental value of human beings.
It was also featured on the 2020 concept best album “Koko ni Iru yo,” and its timeless appeal continues to resonate with many.
For those feeling lost in life or seeking the courage to live authentically, this is a song you should definitely listen to.
Songs with titles that start with “Hi.” The vast world of “Hi” (401–410)
To each their ownNakamura Mitsuko
Mitsuko Nakamura, from Higashi-Osaka in Osaka Prefecture, is an enka singer known for her emotionally rich vocals rooted in Kawachi ondo and rokyoku.
She debuted in 1986 with “Koi no Higo Tsubaki,” and her 1989 release “Kawachi Otoko Bushi” became a huge hit, now a karaoke standard.
She has appeared 15 times on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen, earning praise for her expressive performances of spoken-line enka and kayō rokyoku.
Raised in a poor family, Nakamura made a late-blooming debut at age 36.
Years of effort and perseverance bore fruit, and she is now a leading figure in the enka world.
Highly recommended for those who want to feel nostalgic Japan or savor the voice of an artist who helped define an era of enka.
When the red spider lilies bloomNakazawa Takuya
Released in 2017, this song by Takuya Nakazawa is a masterpiece that beautifully captures the feeling of autumn and the ache of unrequited love.
Through concrete imagery—red spider lilies, a coffee shop, and Renoir’s paintings—it paints scenes that resonate deeply with listeners.
It’s a track that fully showcases Nakazawa’s charm, highlighted by his clear voice and assured vocal technique.
The song received high acclaim, debuting at No.
1 on the Oricon Enka/Kayō charts.
With its mellow style that sits between enka and kayōkyoku, it’s also recommended for those who aren’t yet accustomed to singing straight-ahead enka.
Hikari’s DiscoNakata Yasutaka, Koshijima Toshiko (CAPSULE)
Both Yasutaka Nakata and Toshiko Koshijima of CAPSULE—known for their distinctive electric, shimmering sound—are from Kanazawa City in Ishikawa Prefecture.
Yasutaka Nakata is a famous producer who has also produced for Kyary Pamyu Pamyu and Perfume.
His partner, Toshiko Koshijima, is the vocalist of CAPSULE.
The two met in their hometown and made their major debut in 2001 with the single “Sakura.” While Nakata generally handles everything from songwriting to jacket design, there are some songs for which Koshijima wrote the lyrics.
The group’s name was originally styled in lowercase as “capsule,” but it was changed to uppercase in 2013.
Out of a longing for human companionship…Ami Nakazato
Ami Nakazato is an enka singer from Shinagawa, Tokyo.
With a photographer father and a mother who is a Japanese classical dancer, she grew up immersed in the arts from an early age.
Discovered in Harajuku in 2001, she began her career as an actress and also performed as a member of the underground idol group Chō Bakuretsu Ranman Musume.
She later set her sights on becoming a singer and made her major-label debut in 2012 with “Hitori Shikokuroji” on Nippon Crown.
Her greatest appeal lies in her beautiful vocal timbre—sensual and feminine—combined with strong singing technique that makes every song a captivating listen.
East and WestInoue Yosui
Literary and strongly message-driven, “Higashi e Nishi e” is a cynical cheer-up song also known for being covered by actor Masahiro Motoki.
Featured on Yosui Inoue’s second album, “Yosui II: Sentimental,” released in 1972, the track enjoys high recognition despite not being a single.
That makes it a crowd-pleaser at karaoke.
Its vocal range isn’t wide, so even those who aren’t confident singers can give it a try.
When you need one more push with your studies or work, sing this song and get fired up!
Christmas AloneImai Miki
A heartrending winter classic by Miki Imai, included on the album “fiesta” released in December 1988.
It stirs up a warm sense of nostalgia, and it’s a song you want to hear when Christmas comes around.
You can easily imagine it playing not only on the radio but also out in the streets or in a café.
The way it layers delicate emotions over Christmas scenes really tightens your chest.
As a song from the ’80s, it has that lovely balance of simple beauty and wistfulness—an elegant Christmas song for grown-ups.
I also recommend it as a track that keeps you company when you spend Christmas on your own.