Ken Hirai's classic and popular songs
Let me introduce you to songs by singer-songwriter Ken Hirai.
His charm lies in his high, beautiful vocals and rich expressiveness.
He has many famous songs, such as Rakuen, Hitomi wo Tojite, and Ookina Furudokei, which helped ignite his popularity.
He’s apparently a huge Southern All Stars fan, and it’s said that back in his student days he even delivered a demo tape to Keisuke Kuwata’s home.
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Ken Hirai’s greatest and most popular songs (81–90)
Grandfather’s clockHirai Ken
It’s a popular American song known in Japan by the title “Ojii-san no Tokei” (Grandfather’s Clock).
In 2002, to mark the 40th anniversary of NHK introducing it to Japan, Ken Hirai released a cover that reached No.
1 on the Oricon chart.
It became a huge hit, even being selected for the Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
POP STERHirai Ken
This is Ken Hirai’s 23rd single, released as the theme song for the drama “Kiken na Aneki” starring Misaki Ito and Mirai Moriyama.
Unusually for Ken Hirai, he takes on dancing in this track.
It’s a cute, poppy song from an artist better known for his ballads.
World’s EndHirai Ken
A song included on the 2001 album “gaining through losing.” It’s a great pick for a quietly spent, solo Halloween.
Ken Hirai’s vocals gently yet passionately convey the rising feelings for a woman kept in one’s heart—that’s the charm.
Emotions so intense they could turn you into a monster; for Halloween, that’s okay, isn’t it?
Valentine KissHirai Ken
The song he’s singing in the music video for Ken Hirai’s 2009 album “Ken’s Bar II”—an album brimming with a suave, mature charm and a smooth, mellow vibe—is “Valentine Kiss.” Like “Grandfather’s Clock,” it’s a song that really showcases Hirai’s signature style.
POP STAYHirai Ken
With its upbeat tone, Ken Hirai in the music video is incredibly cute.
To mark the 10th anniversary of his debut, it’s said the song reflects his own desire to “keep joyfully continuing as a singer.” In the video, you can enjoy Ken Hirai with an afro hairstyle and see him dancing.
Beloved daysHirai Ken
A recent blockbuster hit by Ken Hirai, renowned for his overwhelming vocal prowess.
The grand lyrics that conjure beautiful imagery and his stunning vocals draw listeners in powerfully.
As the theme song for a hugely popular drama, it’s a must-hear masterpiece ballad that also links beautifully with the show.
Ken Hirai’s Masterpieces and Popular Songs (91–100)
Plus OneHirai Ken
The music video, created with a ’90s vibe in mind, conveys a retro atmosphere through Ken Hirai’s and the backup dancers’ outfits as well as the video processing.
The song has an up-tempo yet somewhat wistful feel.
It suits Ken Hirai’s distinctive voice very well.