Sorrow like snowHamada Shogo1rank/position

Sadness Like Snow (ON THE ROAD 2011 “The Last Weekend”)

Released in November 1981 as Shogo Hamada’s 14th single, this song was remade and used in February 1992 as the theme for the Fuji TV drama “Ai to Iu Na no Moto ni,” becoming a million-selling hit with over 1.7 million copies sold.

Inspired by the works of poet Hiroshi Yoshino, it overlays the deep sorrow carried in everyone’s heart with the image of snow.

Why not hold the microphone quietly at karaoke and deliver a heartfelt performance?

I am a fatherHamada Shogo2rank/position

I am a father (Music Video / ON THE ROAD 2005-2007 My First Love)

This song sings of deep love and responsibility toward family.

Written from a father’s perspective, the lyrics are filled with daily struggles and affection for his children.

Released in June 2005, it drew attention as the lead single from the album “My First Love.” The music video features actors including Saburo Tokitoh, and it sparked further buzz with the production of the short film “TWO LOVE: A Tale of Two Loves.” It’s a perfect choice for a Father’s Day gift—highly recommended for anyone who cherishes the feelings they have for their family.

Song of AugustHamada Shogo3rank/position

Shogo Hamada - Song of August (Cover).wmv

Singer-songwriter Shogo Hamada, a native of Hiroshima Prefecture, has released many songs themed around war, politics, and Japan, influenced by his father’s experience as an atomic bomb survivor.

“Song in August,” included on his 10th album J.BOY, is a track that depicts the deep scars that remain even after the war has ended.

The lyrics evoke the unbroken chain of hatred and sense of despair that persists not only during wartime but even after it is over, making us feel the unchanging reality despite the passage of time.

It is an anti-war song whose message prompts reflection, teaching us the folly of war, which, once begun, leaves a bitter legacy for the future.

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Hoshino Takashi

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A Place in the SunHamada Shogo4rank/position

A Place in the Sun

A heart-stirring ballad that portrays an illicit love affair.

Included on the album “Before the Generation of Love,” Shogo Hamada’s work gently embraces the aching feelings that slumber deep within the heart.

Since its release in March 1981, it has continued to profoundly move countless listeners.

While depicting a love in the form of an extramarital relationship, it conveys, throughout, the loneliness of hiding from prying eyes and the inner conflict of not wanting to ruin the other person’s life, giving it a depth that goes beyond a simple love song.

It is a gem of a track that quietly stands by the hearts of adults who carry the weight of family, work, and life itself.

Another SaturdayHamada Shogo5rank/position

Another Saturday (We are still on the road.)

It was released as a single on May 22, 1985, as the B-side to “LONELY – Ai to Iu Yakusokugoto,” and was later included on an album.

Considering the title and the lyrics, it’s a very heartrending song.

The tempo is relaxed, so you can sing it carefully, giving meaning to each phrase.

There are some higher notes, but as long as you use your breath properly rather than forcing it, you’ll be fine! Basically, it’s good to approach the high parts with a humming feel.

One thing to watch out for is not to strain your throat.

Engage your vocal cords, not your throat.

At first, hum gently at a volume only you can hear.

Once you get used to it, gradually focus on resonating in your head and then transition that into your singing voice.

You’ll be able to sing while staying relaxed!

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Kubota Mami

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Unrequited loveHamada Shogo6rank/position

Unrequited Love (ON THE ROAD “FILMS”)

This is a song by Shogo Hamada that sings of bittersweet feelings.

The lyrics, which depict the pain of an unattainable love, will likely resonate with many people.

First released in 1979 as the B-side to the single “Ai o Nemurasete,” it has continued to be loved by fans ever since.

If you’ve experienced heartbreak, you may find yourself empathizing with it.

The song conveys both the happiness of feeling the other person’s kindness and, at the same time, the sadness of knowing it’s out of reach.

Why not listen to it slowly while recalling a memorable love that lingers in your heart?

Midnight Flight – A Lonely Christmas EveHamada Shogo7rank/position

Midnight Flight -Lonely Christmas Eve-

A hidden gem by Shogo Hamada that portrays the loneliness of spending time alone at an airport, in stark contrast to the festive air of Christmas Eve.

It was included on the mini-album “CLUB SNOWBOUND,” released in November 1985, and was also used as an insert song in the TV anime “Ping Pong THE ANIMATION.” The protagonist, burdened by the magnitude of a lost love and unspoken feelings, is depicted dramatically over a rich, ’60s-style sound.

By deliberately giving it a glittering musical tone, the poignancy of the lyrics stands out even more.

It’s a song I recommend for winter nights when you long for connection, or when you want to quietly sink into sentimentality.

Shogo Hamada’s wistful vocals may gently keep company with a lonely heart.