Gen Hoshino's Most Moving Songs and Popular Tracks Ranking [2026]

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Gen Hoshino – Koi (Official Video)

This is a work released in October 2016 that became a massive hit as the theme song for the drama “We Married as a Job,” in which he himself appeared.

The dance that turned into a social phenomenon also became a huge topic, didn’t it? The song carries a warm message characteristic of Gen Hoshino, affirming various forms of love without being bound by convention or form.

The lyric phrase “Go beyond being husband and wife” seems to bless two people as they move past their previous steps and try to build a new relationship.

Its buoyant sound tells us that true happiness lies in the routines of everyday life.

It’s a captivating track that gently encourages those who once lost their way in love but now wish to share life with someone again.

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Comedy

Released digitally in April 2022 as the ending theme for the anime SPY×FAMILY, this track captivates with its polished sound infused with neo-soul and R&B flavors.

The bassline, organ-like tones, and the falsetto that soars in the chorus feel soothing, creating a delicate balance where fragility and warmth coexist.

The lyrics convey an affirmation of the days we walk together despite our struggles and inner conflicts, highlighting the irreplaceable value of spending ordinary moments with family and loved ones.

The song won Best Ending at the 2023 Crunchyroll Anime Awards and has been highly acclaimed both in Japan and abroad.

It’s a piece that gently accompanies quiet evenings with someone special or offers comfort when your heart feels a little tired.

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Gen Hoshino – Eureka [Official Video]

Gen Hoshino offers a heartwarming song about self-renewal and the courage to look forward.

While drawing on jazz and soul, it supports that first step into the unknown with his signature gentle melodies and deeply insightful lyrics.

Embracing the anxieties and doubts we all carry, its warm message resonates by staying close to the small joys and realizations of everyday life.

Released in January 2025, this powerful track was written as the theme song for the TBS Tuesday drama “Madoka, 26, I’m a Resident Doctor!” The music video, directed by photographer Kotori Kawashima, also highlights a relaxed, charming atmosphere with actor Taiga Nakano.

It’s an encouraging anthem that stands by anyone ready to take a new step or in need of courage to live.

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Gen Hoshino – Fushigi (Official Video)

This piece was written as the theme song for the 2021 TV drama “Dress-up Love Has Its Reasons.” In it, Gen Hoshino sings candidly about what love and romance mean to him.

It delicately portrays the pure feeling of love—the mysterious sense of being drawn to each other for no reason, and how even difficult circumstances can look full of hope when the two are together.

The melody, imbued with the tenderness and bittersweetness of soul music, along with his gentle vocals, warmly envelops the listener’s heart.

When you feel anxious about taking a new step forward, this song will surely give you a gentle push.

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Gen Hoshino – Mad Hope (feat. Louis Cole, Sam Gendel, Sam Wilkes) [Official Video]

This song was written as the theme for the Netflix talk show “LIGHTHOUSE: Two Troubled Souls, Six Months of Conversation.” It’s included on the album “Gen,” released in May 2025, and drew major attention when its music video—directed by web writer ARuFa—was released in July.

The track is characterized by a thrilling sound that seems to distill seemingly reckless hope straight into music.

It’s the kind of song that can make you feel your mental boundaries falling away.

Perfect when you want creative stimulation or need a change of pace!

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Gen Hoshino – Doraemon (Official Video)

Gen Hoshino is a male singer who has been active since 2000.

In addition to his singing career, he also works as an essayist and columnist, and his lyrical talent is evident in his songwriting.

If you listen to this song with a focus on the lyrics, it becomes a moving piece that brings tears to your eyes as you think of Doraemon and Nobita.

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Gen Hoshino – Film (Official Video)

Hoshino Gen’s second single, which captivates fans with its irresistible, gently comforting simplicity.

Created at the director’s request as the theme song for the comedy film The Woodsman and the Rain starring Koji Yakusho, the track pairs Hoshino’s natural vocals with subtly positive lyrics that, even amid struggle and sorrow, look forward with a sense that “good things might happen.” It’s a song to savor quietly in a calm space, perfect for those moments when you just want a gentle nudge forward.

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