Official HIGE DANDism Popular Song Rankings [2026]

Along the twilightOfisharu Higedan Dism51rank/position

Along the twilight

An irresistible early signature track by Official HIGE DANDism that blends the bittersweet feel of dusk with a comfortable groove.

Centered on piano and infused with jazz and soul elements, it’s known for its stylish sound.

This song appears on their indie debut mini-album “Love and Peace are Within You,” released in April 2015.

Though it didn’t have any major tie-ins, it was performed during their 2020 online live show and continues to be a beloved favorite among fans.

How about singing it at karaoke on a May evening, when the scent of early summer begins to drift in—on the way back from a drive with friends or when you’re feeling a bit sentimental? If you let yourself sink into the melody, which flows like passing scenery, you’ll feel energy welling up for tomorrow.

B-Side BluesOfisharu Higedan Dism52rank/position

B-Side Blues

“B-Side Blues,” included on the 2024 album “Rejoice,” was featured in Kirin Gogo-no-Kocha commercials, the “Cool-looking Sundial” and “A Slowly Melting Afternoon” versions.

Many of you may remember these ads depicting summertime moments with Ren Meguro and Ayami Nakajo.

The lyrics, which express a resolve not only to cherish the past but also to value the present and future, are likely to strike a chord with people leading busy lives today.

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Hane Keisuke

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pending machineOfisharu Higedan Dism53rank/position

Official HIGE DANDism – Pending Machine [Official Video]

This track from the August 2021 album “Editorial” humorously depicts the exhaustion of the internet age and modern people.

Vocalist Satoshi Fujihara wrote and composed it, and the lyrics are characterized by the rhyme-heavy style typical of HIGEDAN.

The vocal range isn’t too high, so many male singers should be able to sing it in the original key.

The rhythm is light, and the frequent rhymes make the words easy to articulate once you’ve memorized them—highly recommended! It’s best to sing lightly without forcing it.

Think of it like rapping while keeping your body grooving, and project your voice accordingly.

The transition from the chorus back into the verse feels great, so nailing the timing really makes it land perfectly!

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Kubota Mami

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55Ofisharu Higedan Dism54rank/position

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Saturday’s far from over! Here’s a track that lets you soak in that feverish vibe.

It’s by the ever-popular band Official HIGE DANDism, known for their exceptional groove and pop sensibilities, and it’s included on their 2017 mini-album “Report.” While Hige Dan’s soaring ballads often steal the spotlight, their upbeat, high-energy tunes like this one are insanely cool too! It’s a bold number featuring sampled sounds from “What’s going on?” and even some rap.

The bouncing tones and rhythms will have your body swaying before you know it! Perfect for Saturday night, of course, and it’ll definitely lift your spirits on a carefree drive, too!

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KEI

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The Departure of LoveOfisharu Higedan Dism55rank/position

The Departure of Love

This is a heartbreak ballad included on the album “MAN IN THE MIRROR.” The overall vocal range spans E3 to F5, and although the higher notes appear more in the latter half and may feel high, the clear, band-driven drum sound makes it very easy to groove to.

The B section initially shifts into an odd meter, so it might make you go “huh?” at first, but if you deliver the lyrics straightforwardly, you’ll be able to ride the melodic line.

When singing, keep a lightly bouncing feel at all times—imagine you are the drummer and lock in the rhythm firmly, and you should find it easier to sing.

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Kubota Mami

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RowanOfisharu Higedan Dism56rank/position

Rowan

Official HIGE DANDism is known for their wide-ranging musicality, but some of their works lean strongly into R&B.

One example is Rowan.

It’s a ballad featuring lo-fi textures and a smooth, R&B-inspired track, included on the album Traveler.

What makes this song relatively easy to sing is that it uses hardly any advanced techniques like vocal runs.

R&B and R&B-influenced songs often feature many runs—ornamentations similar to melisma—but this track uses them sparingly, and its range is on the narrower side for the band, placing it in the easier category overall.

If you want to sing it even better, try raising the key by a semitone on purpose.

The chorus relies heavily on falsetto, so if falsetto isn’t your strong suit, increasing the key can sometimes make those parts easier to hit.

Give it a try.

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Ryo

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Official HIGE DANDism MedleyOfisharu Higedan Dism57rank/position

[Study/Work BGM] Official HIGE DANDism Mix (Re:edit) [DJ MIX]

Official HIGE DANDism, a piano pop band that had been attracting attention since their indie days by writing theme songs for Fuji TV’s Monday 9 p.m.

dramas, is also known for their second single “Pretender,” which received high praise from both professionals and amateurs and became an unprecedented mega-hit.

Many listeners are likely drawn to their immeasurable musicality—from lyrical ballads to tension-raising, fast-paced jazzy ensembles like “Mixed Nuts,” and rock tunes like “Cry Baby,” which whirls through rapid key changes.

You can feel their genre-defying depth in the medley, so be sure to give it a listen.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Choral AOfisharu Higedan Dism58rank/position

Official HIGE DANDism – Choral A [Official Video]

“Choral A,” a renowned song by Official HIGE DANDism known as the theme song for the film “Offbeat Cops,” stands out among their works, many of which are grounded in Black music and can be highly challenging.

In this piece, however, the only element reminiscent of Black music is a phrase in the interlude that evokes Stevie Wonder’s “Sir Duke”; otherwise, such influences are absent.

The vocal line feels like orthodox J-pop, so the risk of going off-pitch should be relatively low.

That said, the song spans a somewhat wide vocal range, so take care there.

Also, because there’s a key change in the interlude, be mindful not to lose your sense of rhythm at that point.

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Ryo

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ShowerOfisharu Higedan Dism59rank/position

Shower

A love song that finds happiness in everyday life, “Shower.” This track was included on Editorial, released in August 2021 as the third album.

It’s a memorable song for its realistic depiction of a relationship that has settled and matured over time.

Overall, it’s a relaxed, whisper-like song to sing, so it shouldn’t tire you out compared to other tracks.

You might unintentionally push harder in the chorus, but if you keep your throat open and let the sound resonate, you can sing it without straining.

Give it a try!

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Yoimachi Jēn

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PretenderOfisharu Higedandizumu (COVER: Hayon by fromis_9)60rank/position

fromis_9 ‘flaylist’ ‘Official HIGE DANDism – Pretender’ cover by Hayoung

You can’t talk about the late 2010s and early 2020s without mentioning the hugely popular band Official HIGE DANDism and their signature song “Pretender.” With over 600 million total streams, the track has been widely covered and loved in Korea as well.

It’s said that TXT’s Taehyun is a fan, too.

fromis_9’s Hayoung’s cover also drew attention—not only does she master Fujihara’s high notes, but her vocals have a clear, mint-like quality that beautifully captures the lingering resonance and the sound of Japanese.

It’s a song that reminds us of the power of music to transcend borders and connect people.

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KEI

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