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.
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Songs with titles starting with 'Hi'. The vast world of 'Hi' (231–240)
Garden of Light and Dream of FishHomecomings
Homecomings is a four-piece band that has gained popularity for lyrics that capture the real emotions of young people and a catchy musical style.
Formed by four members who belonged to a university folk song club, the band features many memorable, folk-influenced lyrics.
Among Homecomings’ works, the one I especially recommend is “Hikari no Niwa to Sakana no Yume” (“Garden of Light and Fish’s Dream”).
It’s crafted in a classic J-pop style, and since there are no particularly high vocal parts, it’s easy to sing even for those who aren’t confident singers.
The heroine is below average.HoneyWorks feat. Hiyori Suzumi (CV: Inori Minase)
The music unit HoneyWorks.
Included in their released collection of character songs is “The Heroine Is Below Average.” This track captures the fluttering heartbeat and faint stirrings of first love that high school girl Hiyori Suzumi feels when she’s confessed to.
It’s sung by Inori Minase, who also voices the character.
The lively sound and comical depictions are cute, while also conveying a sense of poignancy and pain.
It might be nice to listen while reflecting on your own romantic experiences and see what resonates.
A Lonely ChristmasJITTERIN’JINN
JITTERIN’JINN is a rock band that began activity in the 1980s and has released numerous classic songs.
They’re strongly associated with summer thanks to the memorable hit Natsu Matsuri.
In contrast, this track—released as a single in 1992—is a Christmas song with strikingly bittersweet lyrics about spending Christmas alone this year after having spent it together until last year.
At the same time, the song itself is quintessentially JITTERIN’JINN: very poppy and light on its feet.
HIDEOUTJO1
It’s a message song that stirs a fiery feeling from deep within.
A track by JO1, it was released digitally in November 2023 and chosen as the theme song for the film “OUT.” The powerful beat and emotionally resonant melody leave a strong impression.
The lyrics, infused with the desire to “live freely in our own place,” strike right at the heart.
It gives you the courage to overcome hardships and move toward your dreams.
It’s also a perfect anthem to celebrate and cheer on new adults starting their journey.
An emotional piece that lets you feel the joy of walking forward together with friends.
Into the lightJUJU
This is JUJU’s debut single “Into the Light,” released in 2004.
These days, JUJU’s songs are heard in a wide range of settings, including as theme songs for films and TV dramas.
Her evolution is remarkable day by day, and she has many songs that show different sides of her.
Her debut track is a bright song befitting a beginning.
Yet it’s not just bright—it also carries a mature sensibility that’s quintessentially JUJU.
With its upbeat, jazzy feel, it’s the kind of song that makes your body start moving before you know it.
“It looks like you could live on your own” — is that supposed to be a compliment?Juice=Juice
With its chorus serving directly as the title and leaving a strong impact, “You Think I Can Live on My Own? Is That Supposed to Be a Compliment?” This song is the 12th single released in 2019 by Hello! Project idol group Juice=Juice.
Whether one wants to be seen as a ‘weak’ woman or a ‘strong’ woman varies from person to person, but having someone else decide that for you doesn’t feel right, does it? It’s a track that feels like an outpouring of those inner feelings—whether that’s good or bad—all at once.
For women who share the same state of mind, it’ll really hit home.
HitotsuboshiKOH+
A song whose warmth envelops you, with Ko Shibasaki’s tender vocals and Masaharu Fukuyama’s gentle melody resonating in the heart.
It stands by those who have experienced parting with a loved one, conveying a resolve to find a glimmer of hope even within sorrow.
Chosen as the theme song for the film “Silent Parade,” it was released in September 2022.
While holding lost love close to your heart, this track gives you the courage to face forward and keep living.
It’s a song I hope not only those who have lost someone dear, but everyone standing at a crossroads in life, will listen to.