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.

Playlist

More than you might expect!? A roundup of second-generation singers and musicians who inherited shining talent
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Perfect-Sense DreamerTAKA（ONE OK ROCK ）		ONE OK ROCK's vocalist, truly a musical talent.
2	A Bouquet for YouUtada Hikaru		Daughter of a musical family, taking the music world by storm with her distinctive voice
3	U.S.A.ISSA（DA BUMP）		ISSA from DA PUMP is active in music
4	JupiterHirahara Ayaka		A singer from a musical family, popular for their deep voice.
5	SoupFujihara Sakura		Sakura Fujiwara, her father is a bassist, blossoming musical talent
6	lamplightYuga		Yuga's music, the daughter of Ryo Ishibashi and Mieko.
7	If I Fall in LoveCrystal Kay		R&B singer Crystal Kay, who comes from a family of musicians
8	Melty loveIZAM（SHAZNA）		Son of a former professional baseball player, vocalist of SHAZNA
9	cherry blossomMoriyama Naotaro		Singer Moriyama, popular for catchy songs
10	Where the Lilies BloomKourya Kenji (Dragon Ash)		A musician who changed the rock scene
11	-Missing You-Hiro（MY FIRST STORY）		Hiroki Moriuchi, the vocalist of MY FIRST STORY
12	I LOVE YOUOzaki Hiroya		Yutaka Ozaki’s son, Hiroya Ozaki, is active in music.
13	lightly; nimbly; flutteringlyŌhara Sakurako		Sakurako Ohara, active as an actress and singer
14	STKyoumoto Taiga (SixTones)		Taiga Kyomoto is active as a member of SixTONES.
15	Step and a stepRIMA（NiziU）		RIMA of NiziU, daughter of Zeebra
16	Sky-Blue DaysNakagawa Shoko		The multifaceted activities of anime song singer Shoko Nakagawa
17	The way homeanderlust		anderlust is Anna Koshino's band.
18	strainHARUHI		An artist who captivates listeners with delicate music
19	At the sanatorium houseNakamura Rubii		Tenor saxophonist and multi-artist Nakamura
20	Blue sky blueKimoto Shinnosuke		Hideto Saijo’s son inherits his passion for music
21	Goodbye, see you again in the next life.Sakurai Kaito (Innā Jānī)		Kaito Sakurai, active in both music and acting
22	premonitionMizushima Rin		Yuki Saito’s daughter, Rin Mizushima, makes her debut as a singer and actress.
23	HistoriaKaneko Nobuaki (RIZE)		Nobuaki Kaneko, who is active as a musician and actor
24	Pink Spiderkenken（RIZE）		The appeal of bassist KenKen, who comes from a musical family
25	DestinyMiyūji		The son of Masahiro Kuwana and Ann Lewis is active in music.
26	Wavering WorldKuwata Hirotaka		Southern All Stars' Kuwata's son shines as vocalist in READ
27	Ruby RingTerao Akira		Jukichi Uno’s son, Akira Terao, is an actor and singer.
28	For the First Time in ForeverKanda Sayaka		Sayaka Kanda, a multitalented music creator
29	Let It Go ~Ari no mama de~Matsu Takako		Takako Matsu is active as a singer and an actress.
30	Going To The MoonWada Sho (Triceratops)		The rock band TRICERATOPS, brimming with artistic talent
31	BROTHERHama Okamoto (OKAMOTO’S)		Masatoshi Hamada’s son, the talented bassist of OKAMOTO’S
32	Be my bride.Kayama Yūzō		Yuzo Kayama, active in music and film
33	Unconditional LoveMatt Rose		Focus on the musical activities of Masumi Kuwata’s son, Matt.
34	FaKeKikuchi Fuma		Fuma Kikuchi is active, showcasing his diverse talents.
35	Into the DreamIbu Sarasa		Daughter of Yosui Inoue and Seri Ishikawa active in music and the community
36	AnimationYuki（Young Juvenile Youth）		Yuki, daughter of Yusaku Matsuda; band’s famous song
37	ONE SHOTJESSE（RIZE / THE BONEZ）		JESSE from RIZE is Char’s son.
38	BeginKitano Shīko		Takeshi Beat’s daughter, Shoko Kitano, her music activities
39	Tears Flowing EndlesslyMoriyama Ryoko		Ryoko Moriyama, with her warm singing voice, contributes to the music world.
40	Singin’ in the rainPetty Booka		Nao Moriyama is the second-generation member of Pettibouka and a singer who married Hiroaki Ogi.
41	PanoramaLUNA		The magician’s daughter, rapper LUNA’s success
42	From HereMiyazaki Kaoru		Kaoru Miyazaki from Tokyo, refreshing music
43	I WILLTakekawa Ai		Takekawa Ai’s captivating musical activities
44	Farewell, my loverSakai Masaaki		Masaaki Sakai, former member of The Spiders and a celebrity
45	This is my love… my love.Kawasaki Mayo		Kawasaki Mayo, the son of Jō Azumi, goes from idol to actor
46	Nancy of Summer ColorsHayami Yū		Popular idol Yū Hayami with a healthy tan
47	Happy☆BoogieShuri		Yutaka Mizutani’s daughter, active as an actress and singer
48	Song of LoveHenmi Emiri		The Beautiful Song of Emiri, Daughter of Saigō and Henmi
49	Romantic RoadAota Hiroko		Hiroko Aota makes her singing debut in a shōjo manga film
50	We’ll be fineRen		The emotional singing voice of Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi’s son, ReN.
51	Every Herokaho		A talented singer who devoted their life to music
52	If you are hereCornelius		Keigo Oyamada is active in music.
53	REMEMBRANCE ~Recollection~MADOKA		Croquette’s daughter MADOKA makes her singing debut
54	cobalt blueindigo blue		Rina Ashiya, indigo blue singer
55	night trainsleepydog		A classic song sung by Shofukutei Tsurube’s son
56	SUPER STARtomboy		tomboy draws attention with their debut song
57	WARNINGishida issei		Ishida Junichi’s son, Issei Ishida, is an actor.
58	The Water Is WideSakamoto Miu		Miu Sakamoto, inheriting musical talent and thriving
59	Aliensan		Anne, the beautiful actress, is also active as a singer.
60	secret baseHiroki		Hiroki Maekawa, a distinctive artist in the J-POP scene
61	Song of UluruMai		Mai Hisaishi inherits her father’s musical talent
62	Wild AgeKudō Yūki		Yuki Kudoh: Actress and daughter of a singer, winner of film awards
63	Promise 〜forever〜Sumire		Singing ability of Junichi Ishida’s daughter, Sumire
64	Ruts of the WindTARO kamayatsu		Monsieur’s son, TARO, is active as a singer.
65	When May comesShintaro Aida		Kanpei Hazama’s son, with the charm of a gentle song
66	Thank youSekine Mari		Mari Sekine’s heartwarming song “Arigatou” (“Thank You”)
67	Because of the winter roadSuruga Tarō (sleepydog)		Because of the winter roads, a masterpiece by sleepydog
68	I don’t want a name like that.IMALU		Akashiya Sanma’s daughter IMALU is active
69	riot of blossomsKimura Tetsuji		Toba Ichiro’s son, the new enka star Tetsuji Kimura
70	HONEY BUNNYYazawa Yoko		Yoko Yazawa’s high-energy performance songs
71	Iced coffeeKōki		A prodigy who shines with talent in modeling and music
72	Stardust Merry-Go-RoundMiura Yutaro		Yutaro Miura, thriving as he inherits the talents of his parents
73	SAD GIRLFurutachi Yutaro (The SALOVERS)		Yutaro Furutachi transitions to solo work and acting after his band activities
74	pure blueHanada Yūichi		Yuichi Hanada makes his singing debut, showcasing his blossoming talent.