Recommended songs by Dai Hirai you should listen to now: the spirit of Aloha felt through refreshing tracks.
Hirai Dai is a singer-songwriter known for his distinctive sound that evokes surf music and island vibes.
He’s a musician who broke through when his song “ONE LOVE ~Pacific Harmony~” was chosen as the theme for the Honolulu Festival in Hawaii.
The appeal of his music lies, of course, in its refreshing melodies and his sensual vocals!
His excellent English pronunciation has also been a hot topic and is one of the secrets behind his popularity.
In this article, we’ll carefully curate and introduce songs from his catalog that our editorial team especially recommends.
Please enjoy this playlist that lets you feel the spirit of Aloha.
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Recommended HIRAIDAI songs you should listen to now: The Aloha spirit you can feel from refreshing tracks (61–70)
I’ll be there for youHirai Dai
Hirai Dai’s masterpiece “I’ll be there for you,” which depicts parting with a loved one.
Its melody is memorable, with the feel of acoustic Western pop music.
In this piece, while the instrumentation follows orthodox pop, the vocal line is somewhat intricate.
It’s not exactly difficult, but because the flow is closer to Western music, that part may be challenging.
Specifically, there are instances where two or more vowels are sung on a single note.
To sing this smoothly, in addition to clear articulation, you’ll need to memorize the vocal lines in units of lyric phrases.
Island Queen feat. ALEXXXHirai Dai
Island Queen feat.
ALEXXX, a masterpiece by Dai Hirai, is notable for its sweet lyrics and catchy melody.
Because the song is sung in a low register throughout, it’s recommended even for those who struggle with high notes.
There’s a light falsetto in both the pre-chorus and the chorus.
In the pre-chorus, it appears only briefly, so focus more on matching the pitch than on producing a perfectly clean tone.
In the chorus, it shows up in the backing vocals, so if you’re singing it at karaoke, a good option is to let the guide vocal handle that part.
That said, neither falsetto section is particularly difficult, so give it a try.
King & QueenHirai Dai
Hirai Dai’s masterpiece “King & Queen” is notable for its crisp programmed beats.
Among his works, this one in particular has strong dance music elements.
I believe the key to this piece lies in the flow.
Because the phrasing is closer to Western music, many people may find that part challenging.
However, once you learn it, it’s not an issue, so try memorizing the flow for each lyric line and work through it.
Techniques like falsetto, long notes, and ad-libs don’t appear very frequently either, so give it a try.
Lonely Beachy StoryHirai Dai
Hirai Dai’s classic “Lonely Beachy Story” is rich with reggae elements.
The drums place accents on the third beat of each measure, and there are also accents on beats two and four in 4/4 time—features that are quintessentially reggae.
The rhythm can be a bit challenging for Japanese singers, but you should be able to sing it as long as you really feel the groove.
However, since the song uses a lot of falsetto, adjusting the key is necessary.
Because much of the falsetto sits in the lower range, raising the key to make the falsetto easier to produce is actually recommended.
Love & HappinessHirai Dai
Brimming with the spirit of Christmas, this song features Dai Hirai’s warm voice and soothing melody.
The lyrics express love and gratitude for someone special, making it a wonderful track to brighten a special night during the holiday season.
Released in November 2022 as part of a collaboration project with Starbucks, the song’s lyrics—woven with the love-filled words characteristic of Dai Hirai—deliver a heartfelt message to those of us who tend to forget gratitude amid our busy daily lives.
Use it in an Instagram Reel, and it will make your Christmas memories even more delightful.
Love & Happiness (Let’s Be a Santa)Hirai Dai
Hirai Dai’s winter song, created as part of a collaboration project with Starbucks, carries a warm message about sharing love and happiness.
Released digitally in November 2022, the track was inspired by Starbucks’ holiday season theme and is a heartwarming piece.
It features Hirai Dai’s signature, comfortable surf-music-based melody and lyrics overflowing with love.
In the hustle of everyday life where we often forget to express gratitude to those we cherish, the song conveys a wish to become a Santa Claus–like presence.
As part of the promotion, in-store broadcasts were conducted at Starbucks locations, and a special film was produced compiling customers’ “moments of joy.”
NaturallyHirai Dai
Hirai Dai is known for his bright, uplifting musical style.
Among his works, “Naturally” is an especially fresh track that’s perfect for sunny days.
Its reggae-like sense of rhythm is distinctive, and because the tempo isn’t fast, it’s very easy to sing.
However, without pronunciation that gives Japanese a more English-like sound, like Hirai Dai’s, it can be hard to make the song sound cool.
When singing, try rolling your “r” sounds more strongly, and pronouncing “a” more like the “ae” sound, among other tweaks.