Ranking of Gen Hoshino’s Popular Songs [2026]
Gen Hoshino is a charismatic Heisei-era creator known for his multifaceted work as a songwriter-composer, actor, and novelist.
This time, we’ll be focusing on him.
We’ve listed his most-played songs in a ranked format.
Try guessing what the results will look like!
Playlist
| Ranking of Gen Hoshino’s Popular Songs [2026] | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | loveHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s smash hit song “Koi” |
| 2 | SUNHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Makes you feel great! Gen Hoshino’s “SUN” is the best. |
| 3 | IdeaHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | The theme song of the NHK morning drama “Half, Blue.” |
| 4 | DoraemonHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Introduce the theme song of Doraemon the Movie: Nobita’s Treasure Island |
| 5 | Family SongHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | …with gentle prayers and warm gazes toward my beloved family. |
| 6 | Week EndHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Makes you want to dance to Gen Hoshino’s weekend theme song |
| 7 | mysteryHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | A song that warmly expresses an inexplicable, tender feeling of love |
| 8 | In the midst of the trivialHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | A heartwarming love song that tenderly portrays affection |
| 9 | Pop VirusHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Expressing the infectious power of music and its ability to connect people |
| 10 | Ain’t Nobody KnowHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino, a sensual adult song about a secret relationship |
| 11 | Otherworldly Mixed Grand Ball (feat. Ghost)Hoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s song that fuses ghosts and dance |
| 12 | an elderly coupleHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Although it’s only about two minutes long, it conveys a worldview that feels infinitely expansive… |
| 13 | Why Don’t You Play in Hell?Hoshino Gen |  play_arrow | A masterpiece in which Gen Hoshino sings about the hope he found in the darkness |
| 14 | Outside the dreamHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s classic song “Yume no Soto e” sings about the meaning of stepping outside. |
| 15 | compromiseHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Warmth and bonds of everyday life depicted through digital technology |
| 16 | Cherry Blossom ForestHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s spring song, harboring an undercurrent of unease |
| 17 | life-formHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | An exhilarating, fast-paced cheer song by Gen Hoshino |
| 18 | ComedyHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that celebrates family bonds and the happiness of everyday life |
| 19 | Snow MenHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s romantic winter song |
| 20 | Hello SongHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Depicting the joy of encounters and the connection with the world |
| 21 | Friend ShipHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s Heartfelt Song of Friendship |
| 22 | IHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s ballad “Watashi” expresses feelings of love and hate with raw directness. |
| 23 | Let’s dance at homeHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s song that gave people hope during the COVID-19 pandemic |
| 24 | scattered; in pieces; all over the placeHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s Heartfelt Song of Diversity |
| 25 | Crazy CrazyHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s classic song, a Crazy Cats homage piece |
| 26 | monsterHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino's “Bakemono” is a powerful song about self-transformation. |
| 27 | lighthouseHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s new song “Lighthouse” is captivating for its profound lyrics. |
| 28 | Traces of LightHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino passionately performs the film’s theme song |
| 29 | I don’t knowHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s song quietly portrays parting and loss |
| 30 | EurekaHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Theme song for the drama: Gen Hoshino’s gentle singing voice |
| 31 | filmHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | A wedding song I want to perform singing with a guitar... |
| 32 | creationHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s Mario 35th Anniversary theme song |
| 33 | StarHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino: a captivating voice that blends rich low tones and falsetto |
| 34 | sound of rainHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | A gemlike pop tune by Gen Hoshino themed around a rainy day |
| 35 | dead endHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino's movie theme song ballad |
| 36 | Dance at my place (New Year’s Eve)Hoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s song that takes a positive view of the COVID-19 pandemic |
| 37 | The Habit SongHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | A love song that’s friendly for karaoke beginners |
| 38 | a momentHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | JRA 70th Anniversary: Gen Hoshino’s moving song |
| 39 | Everyday lifeHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | A message wishing you to cherish yourself just as you are… |
| 40 | skinHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | A song with warm lyrics that overflows with Gen Hoshino’s charm |
| 41 | rice bowl; tea bowl; chawan (Japanese bowl for tea or rice)Hoshino Gen |  play_arrow | A song that warmly portrays the love and bond of a married couple |
| 42 | Same ThingHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | A song that lovingly embraces emotional contradictions |
| 43 | continuesHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Songs with deep lyrics by Gen Hoshino |
| 44 | To You Who Aren’t HereHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s moving song from the Doraemon movie |
| 45 | Public Humiliation (feat. PUNPEE)Hoshino Gen |  play_arrow | An R&B duet song by Gen Hoshino and PUNPEE |
| 46 | 2 (feat. Lee Youngji)Hoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino's collaboration song with a Korean rapper is making waves |
| 47 | Down TownHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s urban city-pop song |
| 48 | gagHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | It has a cheerful tone, but the lyrics depict everyday life and death. |
| 49 | Oh timeHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Mizuho Bank, supporting the 2024 goals |
| 50 | Scooping the Sea (House ver.)Hoshino Gen |  play_arrow | A summer seaside song with a pleasant feeling of floating |
| 51 | Work songHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | A song that supports working |
| 52 | Drinking DanceHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Popular Gen Hoshino songs you can dance to happily |
| 53 | a certain conductorHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | I find peace in a cheer song for the conductor |
| 54 | friendHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song depicting friendship and everyday life |
| 55 | futonHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | A song that delicately portrays Gen Hoshino’s everyday emotions |
| 56 | When singing a songHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s sincere message song |
| 57 | Song of a FoolHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s first solo work is a dark and captivating song |
| 58 | siblings (older brother and younger sister)Hoshino Gen |  play_arrow | A poignant love song from an older brother to the little sister who was never able to be born. |
| 59 | steamHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | A song that likens everyday life to steam |
| 60 | Original songHoshino Gen | A commercial featuring Gen Hoshino enjoying nature | |
| 61 | CubeHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino: The Thrill of the Theme Song for the Film “CUBE” |
| 62 | Mad HopeHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Netflix talk show theme song, gives creative inspiration |
| 63 | Non StopHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | The Fuji TV lifestyle information program Nonstop! … |
| 64 | StrangerHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | A hidden gem by Gen Hoshino. A delicate portrayal of loneliness, hope, and the value of encounters. |
| 65 | [Game] DoraemonHoshino Gen | ![[Game] DoraemonHoshino Gen](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Ohc-6DAVEqk/default.jpg) play_arrow | Character dance to the Doraemon song |
| 66 | Let’s Dance at Home (Potluck Mix)Hoshino Gen |  play_arrow | The song trending on social media is reborn by the band. |
| 67 | GooHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | My own place is the best. |
| 68 | ThenHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | A song about Gen Hoshino’s warm family love |
| 69 | EpisodeHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | A song by Gen Hoshino. An encouraging song where a new episode begins in the midst of suffering. |
| 70 | SapiensHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | An electronica track by Gen Hoshino with a sense of speed. |
| 71 | skirtHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Heading to work while hiding everyday pain |
| 72 | StepHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | A song where Gen Hoshino’s sophistication and nostalgia are in harmony |
| 73 | stoveHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gently portraying the sorrow of losing someone dear |
| 74 | DancerHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | A danceable pop song by Gen Hoshino |
| 75 | TourHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s song depicting travel and self-discovery |
| 76 | byte / part-time jobHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Diverse Values and Conflicts Encountered in Part-Time Work |
| 77 | swingHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s second single. A song that depicts life’s uncertainty and the importance of human relationships. |
| 78 | record noiseHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Nostalgic songs by Gen Hoshino |
| 79 | ForecastHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s unadorned worldview and attitude of acceptance |
| 80 | ostracism / being left out / exclusionHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Feeling encouraged to be myself by Gen Hoshino’s gentle songs |
| 81 | fightHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | A singer-songwriter who’s also popular as an actor… |
| 82 | salesHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | A song about the struggles of a salaried salesperson and the meaning of working. |
| 83 | seasonHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | A melancholic song by Gen Hoshino that was a movie theme song |
| 84 | futureHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Talking about Gen Hoshino’s song “Mirai.” |
| 85 | ReincarnationHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s gem of a song, depicting life and parting |
| 86 | dig a holeHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | A comical song that keeps on digging holes. A quirky and fun piece, very characteristic of Gen Hoshino. |
| 87 | The Rose and the BeastHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Introduction to the collaborative song by Ren Takada and Gen Hoshino |
| 88 | AnswerHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s new song, an introspective nighttime cityscape |
| 89 | ReadingHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song with Gen Hoshino’s gentle vocals and everyday lyrics. |
| 90 | Otherworldly Mixed Grand BallHoshino Gen feat. Obake |  play_arrow | Ghost Grand Ball, a fun Halloween song |
| 91 | All Things Must PassHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that expresses the passage of time through natural phenomena |
| 92 | Nerd StrutHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | The Appeal of Gen Hoshino’s Instrumental Music |
| 93 | I’m home.Hoshino Gen |  play_arrow | It's cool that Gen Hoshino's new song includes English. |
| 94 | Miss youHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | The chord progression is stylish, and listening to it is so... |
| 95 | nightHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | The warm tracks on Gen Hoshino’s album “Yellow Dancer” |
| 96 | Scooping the seaHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | A pleasant song by Gen Hoshino that depicts seasonal scenes |