Ranking of Gen Hoshino’s Popular Songs [2026]

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Gen Hoshino – Into the Outside of the Dream (Official Video)

Gen Hoshino’s single “Yume no Soto e” is a track released on July 4, 2012.

With its refreshing sound and vocals, it’s exceptionally easy to sing at karaoke.

The vocal range isn’t too wide, and the melody is comfortably hummable.

The lyrics take “going outward” as their theme—going out, outputting what’s in your head, creating works—and the phrasing carries a somewhat philosophical tone.

Savor the thoughtful lyrics and catchy melody, and be sure to enjoy singing it at karaoke.

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Cherry Blossom Forest

This piece, included as the B-side of Gen Hoshino’s single “Crazy Crazy” released in June 2014, was also selected as J-WAVE’s spring campaign song.

Its charm lies in the beautiful world created by its ethereal lyrics and strings.

The lyrics gently observe nature and human life as they change with the arrival of spring.

It’s a perfect song for those who want to feel the fleetingness and beauty of life mirrored in the scattering spring cherry blossoms, or for anyone looking to soothe their heart in the gentle spring sunlight.

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Gen Hoshino – Living Being (Official Video)

With its exhilarating sound and refreshing vocals, this emotional track makes energy well up from deep within.

The song by Gen Hoshino served as the theme for the 2023 World Athletics Championships in Budapest broadcast on TBS, and was also used as the theme for the Asian Games in Hangzhou, China.

It was later included on the single “Hikari no Ato / Seimeitai.” It’s sure to give a powerful push to athletes—and to anyone taking on a challenge in their daily lives.

Listen to it before a crucial moment, and you’ll likely deliver your best performance.

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Gen Hoshino – Comedy (Official Video)

It’s a masterpiece that blends a refined sound evoking 1990s neo-soul and R&B with the warm theme of family.

Released in April 2022, it’s a song by Gen Hoshino written as the ending theme for the hugely popular TV anime SPYxFAMILY.

The track features a laid-back beat and soothing falsetto that gently loosens the listener’s heart.

It’s no surprise it continues to be loved across borders, even being performed at the Taipei show in August 2025.

The lyrics’ affirming view of everyday life carries a quiet kindness that stays with you in unguarded moments.

Its stylish, chill vibe also makes it perfect for focused study sessions or late-night desk work.

Be sure to add it to your playlist.

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Gen Hoshino – Snow Men (Official Video)

Gen Hoshino’s music wraps you in a quietly mature mood, casting a romantic spell over the winter slopes.

The lyrics delicately portray the chill of snow and the warmth of human touch, gently stirring the listener’s heart.

Featured on the album YELLOW DANCER, released in December 2015, this song was written as the theme for a Shiseido MAQuillAGE web movie.

Infused with elements of neo-soul, its sound is perfect for a restful break after energetic fun or for savoring a calm moment while gazing at the slopes at night.

It’s a sophisticated track whose allure makes you forget the cold and listen, utterly entranced.

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Gen Hoshino – Hello Song (Live from “Gratitude” 2020)

This is a cheerful song that portrays the way meeting people broadens your world and the exhilaration that comes from it.

The fact that it was used in AC Japan’s 2016 commercial “Rival wa 1964-nen” also conveys a sense of connection with the wider world.

Because there are many words, the melodic rises and falls aren’t too frequent, so try singing while firmly keeping hold of the song’s light, rhythmic groove.

If you treat the greeting phrases—the song’s central theme—with care as you sing, the sense of uplift the piece carries should come across clearly.

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Gen Hoshino – Watashi [Official Video]

This is “Watashi,” a ballad by Gen Hoshino, who is active not only as an actor but also as an artist.

It’s a track from his 2019 album “Same Thing.” The lyrics begin with somewhat provocative words that may surprise some listeners.

However, it’s a ballad that frankly expresses how love and hatred are paired emotions, allowing you to savor the unique world of Gen Hoshino’s lyrics.

In any case, his word choice—backed by true literary talent—is outstanding.

It’s a highly recommended number to listen to carefully on a night spent alone.

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