Taro Hakase’s Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

Born To SmileHakasé Tarō15rank/position

Taro Hakase – Born To Smile

Among Taro Hakase’s original compositions, this piece stands out for its especially bright image.

With a melody that evokes the fiddle of Irish music, it was released in 2007.

What sets Hakase apart from other violinists is that, starting with his popular “Jounetsu Tairiku,” he doesn’t confine himself to classical music but creates pieces with a wide range of imagery, along with his distinctive, appealing personality and entertaining talk.

Many fans may find themselves drawn not only to his performances but to him as a whole.

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Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

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Harvest HomeHakasé Tarō16rank/position

Harvest Home — HAKASE Taro (Taro Hakase)

It opens with a tick-tick-tick-tick rhythm, a cheerful tone setting a bright beginning.

It doesn’t just end in a clamor; it’s sung tenderly with a beautiful vibrato.

Just when you think the rhythm is steady, the mood shifts mid-song with a piano solo that brings in jazz—definitely a spot to watch.

Loving LifeHakasé Tarō17rank/position

Taro Hakase – Loving Life

It’s a song that makes you think, “Since life is given to everyone, why not enjoy it?” The melody unfolds in HAKASE’s signature D major, shifting from a blue mood to a bright yellow cheerfulness.

Like this piece that ends on a triumphant, soaring note, I want to live each day with strength.

Swingin’ BachHakasé Tarō18rank/position

Swingin’ Bach

It’s such a wonderful, amazing piece that it makes me think there’s nothing this person can’t do.

The breathing is in sync, and even just watching, the music feels really good.

It’s thrilling.

The light, lively, and joyful sound is delightful.

I’d love to listen to it while having a drink.

WITH ONE WISHHakasé Tarō19rank/position

Taro Hakase WITH ONE WISH [OFFICIAL]

This is the song chosen for Nichi-Iko Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.’s commercial “Challenge to the World.” It’s the title track from their 15th album, released in 2012.

After the Great East Japan Earthquake, Nichi-Iko asked Taro Hakase to create a song to support recovery, and this piece was born from that request.

Its emotional tone, which conveys hope for the future, is striking.

Listening to it feels like strength welling up from deep within.

Highly recommended when you need the power to face tomorrow or when you want to lift up someone important to you.

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Araki Jakkan

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Symphonic Poem: HopeHakasé Tarō20rank/position

FF12 ED Taro Hakase Symphonic Poem 'Hope' Full ver.

This symphonic poem, Hope, is in five movements.

In stark contrast to the dark, heavy atmosphere of the first movement, which lasts 59 seconds, the second movement sees Hakase’s familiar brightness pop up unexpectedly.

The third movement, the core of the work, is the highlight.

The piece begins lightly with punchy string accompaniment and harp arpeggios.

The second theme features Mr.

Hakase as soloist.

Its sprightly, Csárdás-like melody is delightful to hear.

The fourth movement opens with a calm accompaniment that feels like the entrance to heaven, then gradually powers up as the entire orchestra heads toward the central theme of Hope.

Like a keen-eyed bird traveling the world choosing its next landing place from the sky, or a bird about to set off into the heavens, beating its wings with vigor, those seeking their own hopes gather—and with that, the piece draws to a grand close.

Symphonic Poem “Hope” Fifth Movement: Lord of Hope ~ RefrainHakasé Tarō21rank/position

Symphonic Poem “Hope” Fifth Movement: Lord of Hope ~ Refrain

This piece by Taro Hakase was created as part of a five-movement suite with a grand narrative.

Centered on an emotionally rich violin performance, the music highlights the theme of hope and moves listeners.

It features a fusion of classical and pop styles, with an epic quality reminiscent of film and video game scores.

Included on the album Symphonic Poem “Hope,” released in March 2006, it was also used in the promotion of the video game Final Fantasy XII.

It’s a perfect track for award ceremonies or as background music for moving scenes.