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” (411–420)
Heroicwanuka
Singer-songwriter Wanuka, who has been gaining attention for songs that weave Japanese elements into a variety of styles such as dance music, folk, and alternative, has released their 15th digital-only single, “Heroic.” Its exhilarating, fast-paced ensemble, featuring a catchy guitar riff, feels refreshing.
The message—valuing your true self over others’ judgments or your own complexes—will likely resonate with many in today’s era that champions diversity.
It’s a modern rock tune marked by a strikingly lyrical melody.
Woman of the Land of FireSakamoto Fuyumi
Fuyumi Sakamoto made a sudden breakthrough with her 1987 debut single “Abare Daiko,” quickly joining the ranks of popular enka singers.
She went on to release numerous hits and beloved songs with nationwide appeal, and it’s still fresh in our memories that at the 75th NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen in 2024, she performed “Noto wa Irankaine” via a live relay from Wajima City in Ishikawa Prefecture.
One of her signature songs, “Hi no Kuni no Onna,” released in 1991, is a popular track that received high acclaim, including winning the 33rd Japan Record Award.
The chorus, powered by emotive kobushi ornamentation that channels a woman’s burning passion, is a part you’ll especially want to nail with style if you sing it at karaoke.
That said, the overall difficulty is high: the melody spans a wide range and jumps intensely between pitches, so you won’t bring out the best of the song unless you handle both the low and high notes with confidence.
Also be mindful of the diction in the lyrics, and don’t forget to consciously express the protagonist’s emotions.
A Hundred Nights’ JourneySakamoto Fuyumi
Fuyumi Sakamoto has many famous songs, but among them, Hyakuyakō is known as one of her most heartrending tracks.
The piece has a very relaxed tempo and leans more toward kayōkyoku (Japanese popular song) than traditional enka.
There are none of the scale inflections typical of enka (kobushi); throughout, while there is some dynamic expression, the vocal line remains simple with relatively little dramatic fluctuation.
It may seem somewhat high at first, but the overall key is on the lower side, so as long as you set the key properly, anyone can sing it through.
The Boy of DefeatHorie Shota (PENGUIN RESEARCH)
Akita Horie, the bassist of the rock band PENGUIN RESEARCH, is from Gifu Prefecture.
PENGUIN RESEARCH is a popular band formed in 2015 with Horie at its center, known for producing many anime songs.
In addition to creating many of PENGUIN RESEARCH’s tracks, Horie is also active as a composer in his own right.
He has provided songs across genres to numerous popular artists, including singers, idols, and vocalists such as LiSA, Babyraids JAPAN, and Amatsuki.
lightly; nimbly; flutteringlyŌhara Sakurako
A single by Sakurako Ohara that you’ll want to listen to when cherry blossoms are in the air.
Released in March 2017 as the theme song for the film “Cheer☆Dance,” it reached No.
7 on the weekly Oricon chart.
The refreshing melody crafted by Seiji Kameda blends beautifully with Ohara’s clear, translucent vocals.
The lyrics gently embrace the farewells and new encounters that come with the arrival of spring, offering a soft push to those graduating.
The piano-centered arrangement is also captivating, making it a song that gives you the courage to take a new step forward.
A heartwarming number perfect for the spring season.
pupilŌhara Sakurako
Sakurako Ohara’s song “Hitomi” is perfect for expressing gratitude and encouragement to younger classmates.
It has also been selected as a support song for the High School Soccer Championship, so its lyrics—filled with the passion of youth—really resonate.
This track lets you convey the message, “I’m always cheering for your future,” to the juniors who have worked hard alongside you.
Ohara’s clear voice gently pushes those juniors as they embark on a new beginning.
It’s a powerful message song that can speak to their hearts at milestone moments like graduation or retirement.
Flame (FIRE)joōbachi
Queen Bee is a three-piece rock band that’s been turning heads with eccentric songs showcasing overwhelming vocal prowess.
Their fifth single, Kaen (Flame), was selected as the opening theme for the first cour of the TV anime Dororo.
The contrast between its dramatic song structure and addictive melody aligns perfectly with the anime’s worldview.
It’s a rock tune whose cute yet slightly mysterious arrangement grabs your heart and doesn’t let go—modern, yet somehow nostalgic.