Ranking of Gen Hoshino’s Popular Songs [2026]

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Gen Hoshino – Film (Official Video)

If there’s one wedding song you’ll want to sing while playing the guitar, it’s this one.

Released in 2012, it was written as the theme song for the film “The Woodsman and the Rain.” Hoshino’s gentle voice carries lyrics that reflect the joys and sorrows of life, leaving a strong impression.

Just listening to it warms the heart and builds anticipation for a new chapter.

If it’s played at a wedding or reception, the venue will surely be filled with emotion.

It’s a song I’d love everyone who wishes to walk into the same future with someone special to sing.

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Gen Hoshino – Creation (Official Video)

This is the song that adds a playful spark to your brand-new life that’s about to begin.

Released by Gen Hoshino in February 2021 and later included on the single “Fushigi/Sōzō,” it was written as the 35th anniversary theme song for Nintendo’s Super Mario Bros.

The lyrics, packed with the joy and impulse of creation, and the unique sounds reminiscent of a game console booting up, leave a strong impression.

Surrender yourself to its exhilarating, fast-paced beat, and any anxiety about the unknown might just blow away.

It’s sure to give new students—who want to throw themselves wholeheartedly into both study and play—the courage to create a new version of themselves.

Let its creative energy inspire you, and greet the bright morning of your entrance ceremony.

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Gen Hoshino – Star [Official Video]

When people think of Gen Hoshino, many likely imagine a somewhat lower vocal tone.

While his low register is certainly one of his charms, his falsetto is also a major draw.

His falsetto has more spread than that of typical vocalists and is notably pleasant to the ear.

In his new song “Star,” he uses a slightly lower falsetto with that expansive quality.

If you struggle with head voice, trying to imitate the falsetto in this track could be a good approach.

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Gen Hoshino – Raindrop Sounds (Live at Saitama Super Arena 2017)

A gem of a pop tune by Gen Hoshino that delicately captures the feelings of a rainy day.

With a minimal yet meticulously crafted arrangement, the harmonies woven by piano, percussion, and refined guitar tones beautifully portray the moist, subdued scenery of rain.

Included on the October 2016 single “Koi,” this track captivates with an introspective tone distinct from the title song.

It’s a piece you’ll want to listen to quietly by the window during the rainy season, as you listen to the sound of the rain.

It will gently keep you company even when you’re feeling down.

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Gen Hoshino – Dead End [Official Video]

The title “Ikidomari,” written in hiragana, contains multiple nuances and meanings—such as “dead end,” “held breath,” and “life coming to a halt”—and is said to express unfixed emotions and sensations.

It’s the theme song for the film “Hiraba no Tsuki,” released for streaming on November 14, 2025.

With Gen Hoshino’s vocals resonating over a piano accompaniment, it evokes a clean, quiet atmosphere.

The track itself is fairly short at 2 minutes and 47 seconds, and since it’s a gentle ballad, it seems generally easy to sing and the pitch should be easy to hit.

Because the accompaniment is subdued, keeping time might be tricky, but if you firmly mark the rhythm with your hands as you sing, you should be fine!

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Let's Dance at My Place (New Year's Eve)

This song drew attention as a message tune that reframes the self-restrained lifestyle brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic in a positive light.

With a melody and lyrics brimming with Hoshino Gen’s signature playfulness, it warmly accompanies those feeling loneliness or a sense of stagnation.

After being released on social media in April 2020, a special version featuring newly added second-verse lyrics was performed on the December 31 broadcast of the 71st NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.

As the New Year arrives, if everyone sings and dances together, it’s sure to make for a wonderful countdown.

Wrapped in Hoshino Gen’s gentle vocals, why not carry hope for the year ahead in your heart?

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Gen Hoshino – Kuse no Uta (Official Video)

When it comes to karaoke-friendly songs, you naturally want to look for slower tracks.

“Kuse no Uta,” included on the first album released in 2010, is a love song that draws you in with that unhurried charm.

The lyrics, which candidly express the desire to get to know someone you like, really hit home.

From the latter half of the second chorus, the melody has a slightly taut height, but the pitch still stays on the lower side.

The way it’s sung—almost like laying bare one’s inner voice—also makes it feel very approachable, don’t you think?

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KEI

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Keep running toward the future. | JRA Official

Created to mark the 70th anniversary of the JRA, this is a song specially written by Gen Hoshino as the theme for the brand’s TV commercial.

First unveiled to the public in January 2024 alongside the commercial footage, the track brilliantly captures the myriad emotions condensed into the brief span of a race.

It brims with the exhilaration of the moment when the feelings of horses, jockeys, and spectators intersect.

Transcending the bounds of a tie-in, the piece evolves into a pop song with universal appeal, giving musical form to the sense of history being passed into the future.

It’s a song that will resonate not only with horse racing fans, but with anyone who keeps running toward something.

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Gen Hoshino – Everyday (Official Video)

Nichi-jou is a cozy acoustic number with a message encouraging you to cherish your true self.

It was included on the second album, Episode, released in 2011.

Its buoyant rhythm feels like walking forward, and it’s a song that can energize you not only when you listen but also when you sing.

Typical of their early tracks, the limited pitch range and a tempo that isn’t too slow make it easy to sing, and approachable even for those who aren’t confident singers.

If you’re looking for a song you can sing while relaxed, give it a try!

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This song is characterized by its gentle melody and warm lyrics.

Released in August 2017, it was featured in a Kao Biore U Body Wash commercial.

The lyrics, themed around everyday connections and warmth, resonate with various relationships, such as between parents and children or romantic partners.

Gen Hoshino has said he was influenced by 2000s neo-soul during production.

With a karaoke-friendly vocal range, it’s a track packed with Hoshino’s charm.

It’s a great song to listen to when you want to reflect on memories with family or loved ones.