Songs with titles that start with “Hi.” The vast world of “Hi.”
From common words like “Hikari” (Light) and “Hero” to rarer ones like “Higurashi” and “Hiiro” (Scarlet), there are many titles that start with the “hi” sound.
What words come to mind?
In this article, we introduce popular songs and easy-to-use titles that begin with “hi.”
Our research turned up a wealth of songs—from long-beloved classics to fan-supported masterpieces.
The more we dig, the more we find…!
Feel free to use this not only when you’re wondering, “What songs start with ‘hi’?” but also as a prompt for shiritori or when choosing tracks for karaoke.
- Summary of Vocaloid songs with titles starting with 'Hi' (ひ)
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Songs with titles that start with 'Hi' (ひ). The vast world of 'Hi' (191–200)
secretBIGMAMA
BIGMAMA’s song “Himitsu” (Secret) portrays deep love and sorrow for a beloved person who has passed away.
It expresses candid emotions sung to someone with whom the singer shared a bond so intimate that they could confide things to no one else.
Masato Kanai’s clear, translucent vocals, resonating alongside the beautiful, enveloping tones of the violin, carry these feelings across.
The song overflows with the resolve to overcome the pain of partings that everyone faces in life.
Please listen with thoughts of remembrance for someone you can no longer meet.
Let there be lightBURNOUT SYNDROMES
For middle school students embarking on a new chapter, BURNOUT SYNDROMES’ “Hikari Are” is truly a song that gives you a push forward.
Released in 2016, it was featured as the opening theme for the anime Haikyu!! and is packed with the dynamism of youth and the spirit of challenge.
With its exhilarating rock sound, the track showcases BURNOUT SYNDROMES’ distinctive, energetic appeal that fires up listeners.
Especially for middle schoolers, who face a daily life full of change, the encouragement woven into this song is sure to give them the strength to face their anxieties.
HiDE the BLUEBiSH
Released as a double A-side with “Life is beautiful,” the major-label 4th single “HiDE the BLUE” was chosen as the ending theme for the TV anime 3D Kanojo: Real Girl.
Its lyrics, which evoke the feeling of an unrequited crush in one’s youth, make your heart tremble alongside a driving beat with a striking bassline.
With no large melodic leaps and a not-too-high key, it’s likely comfortable to sing at karaoke.
A refreshing ensemble that lifts your spirits, this rock tune is sure to strike a chord with listeners.
HEROESBrian the Sun
An entrance ceremony that opens the door to a new world.
In that moment when excitement and anxiety intersect, Brian the Sun’s “HEROES” gives a powerful push.
Released on June 1, 2016, it also became well-loved as the ending theme for My Hero Academia.
Its driving sound lightens uneasy hearts, and its lyrics—urging you to believe in yourself and move forward—turn dark feelings into a positive outlook.
On the new stage called school, you want to chase your dreams without losing your sense of self.
It’s the perfect song for new students!
Songs with titles that start with “Hi.” The vast world of “Hi” (201–210)
Where the light isCHiCO
CHiCO, also known as the singer of the collaboration unit CHiCO with HoneyWorks—a creative collective affectionately nicknamed “Haniwa”—released this song, “Hikari no Arika” (Where the Light Is), in July 2023 as the first single of her solo career.
It’s a motivational anthem that gives you the strength to face forward—highly recommended for anyone feeling discouraged or up against a wall.
You’ll be blown away by CHiCO’s dynamic vocals, which shift seamlessly between gentle, conversational warmth and powerful intensity.
Hikari Proof TheoryCHiCO with HoneyWorks
This song became a hot topic when it was selected as the ending theme for the anime Gintama: Silver Soul Arc.
It’s a track by singer CHiCO and the creator unit HoneyWorks, released in 2018 as their ninth single.
With a distinctly Japanese flair blended into a rock sound, it’s a very cool piece—the tempo alone is enough to get you pumped up.
The lyrics’ message about living life earnestly is also quite emotional.
It’s the perfect anime song for switching your mood.
Heroine Training ProjectCHiCO with HoneyWorks
This is a very cute song about meeting your destined prince.
With a new season comes the desire for a new romance! To fall in love as if it were fate! Aren’t there many women who feel that way? The heroine of this song also starts out disliking the spotlight and thinking, “There’s no way I could be the heroine…” But then she meets someone who makes her think, This is fate! and she begins to want to become more beautiful and gain the confidence to confess her feelings.
If you have a wonderful encounter in a new environment, be sure to listen to this song to boost your spirits.