More than you might expect!? A roundup of second-generation singers and musicians who inherited shining talent
When you watch TV, you often see second-generation celebrities—people with famous parents—getting a lot of attention, right?
Having grown up with celebrity parents from a young age, many of them are thriving by making the most of the talent they’ve inherited.
There are actually quite a lot of these second-generation stars in the music industry, too!
Some have singers or musicians as parents, of course, but there are also second-generation musicians whose parents are actors or actresses.
In this article, we’ll be introducing a range of second-generation singers and musicians who have celebrity parents.
Enjoy their talent-filled performances, honed since childhood.
- Male singers with great voices: a collection of cool, seductive vocals
- Cool Japanese female vocal
- Masterpieces by male artists known for their captivating high notes. Recommended popular songs.
- A roundup of enka singers who have been active since childhood
- Funny songs recommended for kids: Japanese music that will make you laugh without even trying when you listen.
- [Enka] Songs that are easy to sing even for those who are tone-deaf [Female singers edition]
- “All About Youth” Popular Cover Song
- Perfect for karaoke song choices too! Hype tracks recommended for Gen Z.
- Revival hits driven by social media! Classic Showa-era songs popular with Gen Z
- Classic and popular songs sung by actors
- [Emotional Song] A classic wishing for a child’s growth — a love song dedicated to my child
- Gen Z listeners, take note! Great songs that color the J-pop scene
- Easy-to-sing songs recommended for teenage boys with low voices | Songs you can sing even during voice change!
Surprisingly many!? A roundup of second-generation singers and musicians who inherited brilliant talent (71–80)
Iced coffeeKōki
Born as the second daughter of Takuya Kimura and Shizuka Kudo, Kōki began her modeling career in 2018 and has an impressive track record, including becoming Bulgari’s first and youngest ambassador in Japan.
At the same time, her talent as a composer has blossomed.
She contributed songs to her mother Shizuka Kudo’s album “Rin,” showcasing her abilities.
Centered on J-pop, she creates music across a wide range of genres, including pop and ballads.
With her multifaceted activities in music, modeling, and acting, she’s someone you won’t want to take your eyes off in the future!
Stardust Merry-Go-RoundMiura Yutaro
Yutaro Miura is a multi-talented performer born to actor Tomokazu Miura and idol Momoe Yamaguchi.
Although he went on hiatus in 2010, he had been active as the vocalist of the rock band Perky SALT.
Later, under the name Yutaro Miura, he pursued acting while also performing over 300 solo live shows a year.
Having strongly inherited the talents of his mother, singer Momoe Yamaguchi, and his father, actor Tomokazu Miura, we can look forward to his future success!
SAD GIRLFurutachi Yutaro (The SALOVERS)
There are probably some younger people who don’t know about Yutaro Furutachi’s band days, even though he’s been making remarkable strides as a solo artist and actor.
While still a student at Keio Senior High School, he formed the band The SALOVERS with his classmates, made a major-label debut in 2012, and then went on an indefinite hiatus in 2015.
As mentioned, Furutachi later launched a solo career and broadened his activities into acting.
His surname may ring a bell: he is the son of Ichiro Furutachi, a household name in Japan known for his distinctive delivery as an announcer and host.
Having such a great father has reportedly been a complex for him, and when he appeared on the TV show “Downtown Now” in June 2019, he spoke candidly about the struggles of being a second-generation talent.
pure blueHanada Yūichi
Yuichi Hanada, whose father is Koji Takanohana and mother is Keiko Kono—both very prominent figures—has drawn much attention, from debuting as a shoemaker to, most recently, making his singing debut in 2020.
His debut single is Junsei.
Blessed with many talents, his singing is also very appealing.
Children of celebrities are often said to be riding on their parents’ coattails no matter what they do, but I hope he won’t be swayed by those voices and will quickly discover and fully blossom with his own true talent.
In conclusion
We introduced a wide range of artists who have parents that are second-generation singers or musicians.
From those who debuted in their teens to those active across diverse genres like enka and bands, it was a lineup full of talent.
It’s moving to see them inherit their parents’ gifts while forging their own paths.
If an artist caught your eye, be sure to take your time and listen closely to their singing!