the HIATUS Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

Insomniathe HIATUS8rank/position

the HIATUS – Insomnia (Sunset on the Rails 2024.08.18)

This is a project launched by Takeshi Hosomi after ELLEGARDEN went on hiatus.

Their first live performance took place at PUNKSPRING 2009 at Makuhari Messe.

The songs blend beautiful melodies with avant-garde sounds.

The official website describes it as “a project of music, art, and creators.”

Bittersweet / Hatching Mayfliesthe HIATUS9rank/position

the HIATUS – Bittersweet / Hatching Mayflies（Music Video）

the HIATUS’s 2nd EP “Hatching Mayflies” features an MV that feels like a scene from a novel, and it pairs beautifully with the clear high-pitched vocals, making it all the more captivating.

I’ve heard that “Hatching Mayflies” means “mayflies hatching,” and this track expresses a sense of ephemerality.

Ghost In The Rainthe HIATUS10rank/position

Ghost In The Rain / the HIATUS

This is a track included on the 1st album, “Trash We’d Love.” The song is about a “shut-in crushed by despair,” and its content is meant to give hope to “him.” Whenever I listen to the HIATUS, I often think that the person who serves as the motif for their songs might, perhaps, be Takeshi Hosomi himself.

On Your Way Homethe HIATUS11rank/position

On Your Way Home / the HIATUS Acoustic Solo (cover)

Starting with smooth, gentle vocals, this song maintains a refreshing feel throughout.

It’s a track brimming with Takeshi Hosomi’s warmth, offering a soothing listening experience.

The choral work is also beautiful and compelling.

The lyrics, so characteristic of Hosomi, are another highlight to watch for.

Shimmerthe HIATUS12rank/position

[Tried Performing] Shimmer (Acoustic Ver.) / the HIATUS

This is a song included on the HIATUS’s 3rd album, “A World Of Pandemonium.” It has a calm melody with beautiful piano tones.

The lyrics are also very beautiful, as if to match the lovely melody, and it gave me the impression of not forgetting something that sparkles.

“Shimmer” also means to shine faintly, so I think it’s a perfect title.

Superblockthe HIATUS13rank/position

the HIATUS – Superblock（Music Video）

This is a track included on the 3rd album, “A World Of Pandemonium.” The pop-style music video is adorable! The song itself is really cool, and it’s a standout that showcases Takeshi Hosomi of the HIATUS in a way you couldn’t hear during his ELLEGARDEN days.

The Ivythe HIATUS14rank/position

The Ivy / the HIATUS

This is a track included on the 2nd album, “ANORMALY.” Takeshi Hosomi’s compositions are mostly in English, and this one is composed entirely of English lyrics as well.

The title “The ivy” means “tsuta” (ivy) in Japanese.

The song weaves in words that evoke the image of someone with a hint of sadness.

It’s a very intriguing piece in terms of how it relates to its title.