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HKT48’s classic and popular songs

HKT48 is an AKB sister group based in Hakata, Fukuoka, which includes Rino Sashihara—who placed first in the AKB General Election for three consecutive years (as of 2017).

It is characterized by having many homegrown local members and by implementing a trainee (kenkyuusei) system.

We have gathered HKT48’s signature and popular songs.

HKT48’s classic and popular songs (11–20)

Put the bucket on your head!HKT48

[MV full] HKT48 17th Single “Put on a Bucket!” / HKT48 [Official]
Put the bucket on your head!HKT48

A powerful song that sings of the feelings for loved ones and the courage to protect yourself.

Released in December 2023 as the 17th single from HKT48, an idol group based in Fukuoka.

The lyrics, which express the determination to face adversity with a bucket on one’s head, are like a remedy for the misfortunes and difficult situations everyone experiences.

The “Bucket Dance” showcased in the music video is also striking and is sure to lift your spirits just by watching! With Itsuki Ishibashi and Kurumi Takemoto serving as double centers and 6th-generation members joining for the first time, this work—Miku Tanaka’s final single—feels like a new step forward for HKT48.

Short-Sleeved AngelHKT48

[MV full] HKT48 19th Single “Short-Sleeved Angel” / HKT48 [Official]
Short-Sleeved AngelHKT48

A pure, refreshing song that feels like dashing through the dazzling summer sun.

Released in July 2025 as HKT48’s 19th single, this track sets sweet and slightly bittersweet feelings of love—where a crush’s casual gestures look almost angelic—to a light, buoyant melody.

Listen under the summer blue sky, and your romantic mood is sure to soar! Take this song along and make some wonderful memories.

Bambi in UniformHKT48

[LIVE] Uniform Bambi (AKB48 Group Emergency General Meeting ~Let’s Settle This in Black and White!~ HKT48 Solo Concert) / HKT48 [Official]
Bambi in UniformHKT48

When I’m in front of my crush, I freeze up with nerves—just like a newborn fawn.

This HKT48 song passionately captures that sweet and tangy feeling of first love.

Set to a breezy pop sound, the story of a uniform-clad protagonist with timid yet devoted feelings makes listeners’ hearts flutter.

Included on their 2013 debut single “Suki! Suki! Skip!,” the track has remained a fan favorite and was also featured on the milestone album “092.” Perfect for rekindling the frustration of unrequited love and the bittersweet memories of youth, this song might gently give you the courage to take that step if you’ve been struggling to express your feelings.

Let’s go to HawaiiHKT48

[MV] Let's Go to Hawaii [Team KIV] (Short ver.) / HKT48 [Official]
Let's go to HawaiiHKT48

It’s a vacation song by HKT.

It sings about the excitement and thrill of heading off on a trip, and even listeners find themselves swept up in the fun, holiday mood.

Their cute, energetic vocals never fail to lift your spirits whenever you listen.

Because I like you.HKT48

[Full HD] HKT48 I Like You (2014.01.01 New Year’s Day Performance)
Because I like you.HKT48

HKT48 sings the Hakata dialect version of AKB48’s “Kimi no Koto ga Suki Dakara.” Many men seem to find it really appealing when women sing in dialect, and even if you don’t fully understand the words, you can still enjoy the vibe.

By the way, NMB48 sings the Osaka dialect version titled “Kimi no Koto ga Suki Yanen.”

To the one in 7.4 billion: YouHKT48

【Full MV】To You, One in 7.4 Billion / HKT48 [Official]
To the one in 7.4 billion: YouHKT48

This is the 7th single, released in April 2016.

It’s a wedding song with lyrics overflowing with happiness that really touch the heart.

The cute vocals and easy-to-listen-to melody make it quintessentially idol-like.

The tempo isn’t too fast, making it perfect as a wedding song—highly recommended for use at weddings and similar occasions!

HKT48’s iconic and popular songs (21–30)

The kiss is too far away.HKT48

[MV] The Kiss Is Way Too Far [Diamond Girls] (Short ver.) / HKT48 [Official]
The kiss is too far away.HKT48

This song is included on HKT48’s 9th single, TYPE C.

Despite its bittersweet title, the track itself is a super poppy and cute idol song.

The music video, with the girls gathering at home for a party, really makes your heart flutter, doesn’t it? It’s a song that can cheer you up, don’t you think?