[Stars, Fireflies, etc.] A collection of songs whose titles start with “Ho” (ほ)
When it comes to words that start with “ho,” things like “hoshi” (star), “hotaru” (firefly), and “howaito” (white) are easy ones to think of, right?
So, what songs are there with titles that start with “ho”?
In this article, we’ll introduce songs whose titles begin with “ho”!
We’ve gathered a variety of tracks, including theme songs from hugely popular animated films, songs that drew attention for their costumes, and long-beloved classics.
Whether it’s a song you’ve listened to often or one you haven’t heard much before, take this opportunity to check them out!
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[Stars, Fireflies, etc.] A collection of songs whose titles start with 'Ho' (31–40)
Honky-Tonky CrazyBOØWY
This is BOØWY’s landmark first major-label single, released in June 1985, by the band that dominated the music scene of the ’80s.
The moment you hear the brisk shuffle beat and Tomoyasu Hotei’s razor-sharp guitar cutting, your body starts keeping time before you can think—an impulsive rock track through and through.
Kyosuke Himuro’s shouts amplify the fleeting rush felt by young people tearing through the city night.
Released following the album “BOØWY,” this single featured ““16”” on the B-side, showcasing the band’s multifaceted character.
When you want to break free from a constricting everyday life, why not surrender yourself to this sound? Its pure energy will set your heart free.
There’s often talk about whether BOØWY counts as visual-kei; while opinions vary, I included them here because I believe they exerted no small influence.
A Whole New World (from “Aladdin”)Alan Menken
This moving ballad, loved by many, is a work by composer Alan Menken, renowned for numerous Disney film scores.
It’s a romantic piece that evokes the image of traveling through the night sky on a magic carpet.
Celebrating the freedom and hope of stepping into an unknown world, the song may free your mind from the task at hand and lead you into a realm of fresh ideas.
A signature song from the 1992 film Aladdin, it can be heard on the soundtrack album Aladdin: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack.
Its universal appeal is underscored by winning Best Original Song at the 65th Academy Awards in March 1993.
The grand, beautiful piano tones will sweep away everyday distractions and support you as you focus deeply during creative time.
Horse Ridingthe HIATUS
Opening with a majestic acoustic guitar tone, this piece is a sweeping epic that feels as if it’s racing through the great currents of history.
The earnest wish to “break the cycle of repeated conflict and protect peaceful days” comes through vividly in both the music and the visuals.
Released in July 2013 by the HIATUS, this track is the title song of an EP that reached No.
10 on the Oricon charts.
The addition of new member Ichiyo Izawa enriches the sound with the timbre of piano.
Even as your heart aches at the world’s injustice, this song is sure to kindle a strong light within you as you take a step toward tomorrow.
At HomeMiyuki Nakajima
This is a work by Miyuki Nakajima that portrays the resolve to sever ties with the place one ought to return to and to live in the place one stands now.
Watching the last train bound for her hometown depart, the protagonist deliberately chooses not to go back—an image that overlaps with the loneliness and determination of someone breaking away from their past life to walk a new path alone.
The piece was included on the acclaimed 1977 June release “A-RI-GA-TO-U” and is also widely known as the B-side to the smash single “Wakare Uta.” It has been cherished as a song that colors the world of dramas crafted by So Kuramoto as well.
The warm folk sound seems to gently envelop both the loneliness that follows a major decision and the strength to keep looking forward despite it.
HORIZONUA
UA’s debut single is like gently shining a light on the voice deep within one’s heart.
The airy sound crafted by Hiroshi Fujiwara and Hirofumi Asamoto melds with her one-of-a-kind vocals—both wistful and untamed—to create a singular sonic world.
Released in June 1995, this track marked the first time UA wrote her own lyrics and became a milestone that declared her resolve as a singer.
Although it never entered the charts, it sent shockwaves through the scene; producer Kiyoshi Matsuo later said it “changed the course of music.” It’s the perfect song for moments when you’re starting something new or need the strength to believe in yourself.
[Stars, Fireflies, etc.] A Compilation of Songs Whose Titles Start with “Ho” (41–50)
Stardust VenusAimer
This is a song by Aimer that overlays unforgettable memories of love onto the stars in the night sky and sings of heartache.
The lingering attachment to a precious person who has been lost and the increasingly idealized memories are delicately depicted through a fragile yet resolute voice.
Released as a single in August 2012, it is also included on the acclaimed album “Sleepless Nights.” As the theme song for the drama “Will Such a Luxury as Love Fall Upon Me?”, it enriched the story’s worldview.
The piano-and-strings sound this work possesses is sure to resonate deeply with listeners’ sentimental hearts.
If you listen on a quiet night when you want to be alone with your memories, it will surely wrap your heart in gentle warmth.
What We Got ~A Miracle Is You~King&Prince
A warm, friendship-themed pop song created as the theme for Disney’s global project “Mickey & Friends: In Real Life.” Performed by King & Prince, it was released in May 2025.
The soft, translucent vocals and catchy pop sound are pleasant to the ear, bringing smiles and positive energy to listeners.
When you’re spending time with someone special, this song just might warm your heart.