[Stars, Fireflies, etc.] A collection of songs whose titles start with “Ho” (ほ)
When it comes to words that start with “ho,” things like “hoshi” (star), “hotaru” (firefly), and “howaito” (white) are easy ones to think of, right?
So, what songs are there with titles that start with “ho”?
In this article, we’ll introduce songs whose titles begin with “ho”!
We’ve gathered a variety of tracks, including theme songs from hugely popular animated films, songs that drew attention for their costumes, and long-beloved classics.
Whether it’s a song you’ve listened to often or one you haven’t heard much before, take this opportunity to check them out!
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[Stars, Fireflies, etc.] A roundup of songs with titles starting with “Ho” (171–180)
HOPEAI
AI’s powerful singing voice and deeply moving lyrics are beloved by a wide audience.
Her song “HOPE” is a track full of AI’s signature style—one that stays close to those feeling down and gives them courage.
She wrote it in 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic, to offer hope to a world weighed down by anxiety and sadness.
It’s the kind of song that will gently reach those battling illness and serve as a talisman that helps them face forward.
Before the stars disappearAKB48 U-20 senbatsu
A gem of a song by the AKB48 U-20 selection that interweaves the fleeting and bittersweet nature of youth.
It beautifully captures the delicate emotions of a young couple who, for a brief moment just before dawn, experience a fateful encounter.
Amid a quiet yet tense atmosphere, the two believe in miracles and reaffirm their love.
Natural elements like the moon and stars are skillfully employed to create a fantastical and beautiful worldview, which is part of the song’s allure.
Released on March 13, 2024, this track appears as the common coupling song across all versions of AKB48’s 63rd single, “Color-Contact Wink.” A chance meeting, and the thrill of feeling it might be destiny—this is a song recommended for anyone who has ever felt the flutter of such a sweet, bittersweet premonition of love.
hot coffeeAYANE
AYANE is a singer-songwriter who mainly works on social media platforms like TikTok.
Beloved for songs that resonate with young people’s emotions, her 2022 release “hot coffee” is a love song that poignantly portrays lingering feelings for someone even after a breakup.
Set to a rhythmic, rap-influenced beat, her conversational vocal style unfolds, creating a unique world that intertwines the bitterness of warm coffee with the complexities of romance.
Why not give this urbane, winter-time heartbreak song a listen?
On the night when the stars disappearedAimer
A song by Aimer, a female singer whose emotional, husky voice has earned high acclaim in Japan and abroad.
It’s included on her 5th single, RE:I AM EP, and was also featured in 2022 as the title track of the compilation album “Hoshi no Kieta Yoru ni” (On the Night the Stars Disappeared).
The transparent, airy ensemble and heartrending melody that evoke the title have a soothing quality that makes you want to keep listening.
With lyrics that seem to stand by you through everyday worries and stress, it’s a dreamy ballad that gently heals the heart.
On the Night the Stars Vanished -rit. ver.-Aimer
The title track from Aimer’s first coupling-collection album, “In the Night the Stars Vanished,” captivates with her husky voice that blends fragility and strength.
The version “In the Night the Stars Vanished -rit.
ver.-,” included on the second disc of this two-disc album, was chosen as the theme song for Episode 3 of the anime “Yoru no Kuni” (The Night Country).
The gentle, unhurried rhythm and tone—shifting from her usually powerful vocals—evoke the grandeur and mystery of the night sky.
It’s a song that makes you want to look up at the stars on uneasy nights—a masterpiece that quietly stays by your side when you feel alone.
[Stars, Fireflies, etc.] A collection of songs whose titles start with “Ho” (181–190)
Rainbow of RetributionAngelo
Angelo is a visual kei band known for popular songs such as “Memory of Light” and “El Dorado.” The band’s drummer, TAKEO, was born in Kawasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture, and raised in Koriyama, Fukushima Prefecture.
He joined PIERROT—the band that also included Angelo members Kirito and KOHTA—in 1994 and made his entertainment industry debut with the single “Clear Sky.” After PIERROT disbanded in 2006, he formed Angelo and made his re-debut with the single “REBORN.” Known for his distinctive, unconventional performances using electronic drums and his suave, dandy talk style during live MC segments, he has gained popularity as a uniquely charismatic figure.
When You’re GoneAvril Lavigne
This work, captivating with its poignant, heart-stirring melody and lyrics, is a power ballad that portrays a parting from a loved one.
The lyrics, which make one keenly feel the importance of what has been lost, resonate with many listeners.
It is included on Canadian artist Avril Lavigne’s third album, The Best Damn Thing, released in June 2007.
The music video depicts breakups among couples from various generations, beautifully expressing the song’s world.
As a song that stands by those who have experienced heartbreak or separation from someone dear, it is sure to be a source of comfort.