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[Karaoke] A roundup of easy-to-sing songs by Gen Hoshino

DancerFukkun:)Tatsuki Fukuda
Primarily active in Tokyo, I have experience as a backup dancer for artists, a music video dancer, and a commercial dancer. I continue to work as a dancer while also engaging in article production. After discovering Michael Jackson in junior high school, I began dancing in my second year of high school. Since starting dance, in addition to the J-Pop and Japanese rock I had been listening to, I began exploring Western R&B, rap, alternative music, and other tracks commonly used for dance. In elementary school, I spent three years in a choir, and because I love singing, I often go to karaoke for fun. These days, I enjoy a wide range of music, from Japanese rock and rap to K-pop.
Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICKeisuke Hane
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. After working at a music studio and in wedding sound engineering, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with various instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in middle school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on personal music activities and professional experience, produces daily articles, including song introductions, features on music festivals around Japan, and live reports. Enjoys a wide range of music, from domestic and international rock to, more recently, a broad spectrum of J-pop.

Singer-songwriter Gen Hoshino, who came into the spotlight with “Koi,” the theme song for the drama in which he appeared, “We Married as a Job!” (Nigeru wa Haji da ga Yaku ni Tatsu), has continued to release buzzworthy tracks such as “Idea,” “Doraemon,” “Uchi de Odorou,” and “Isekai Kongo Daibu Tokai” (Mixed-World Grand Dance Party).

His songs are not only popular but also often have relatively narrow vocal ranges, making many of them easy to sing at karaoke.

While it takes practice to sing with the expressive nuance that Gen Hoshino does, in this article we’ve selected karaoke-friendly songs from various angles—such as vocal range, pitch, and recognition level.

Feel free to use it as a reference.

[Karaoke] A Collection of Easy-to-Sing Songs by Gen Hoshino (21–30)

mysteryGen Hoshino

Gen Hoshino – Fushigi (Official Video)

Mysterious Hoshino Gen

Gen Hoshino’s song “Fushigi” is a work that adds new charm with a contemporary sensibility.

Released on April 27, 2021, it was featured as a drama theme song and in commercials, captivating listeners with its catchiness.

It’s also easy to sing at karaoke.

Hoshino’s warm, gentle voice is appealing, and because the vocal range isn’t too wide, it feels familiar and approachable.

It’s wonderful to sense the worldview where wistfulness and hope coexist and try expressing it through singing.

Portraying the mystery of love, this piece is recommended for those who want to savor deep emotions of romance within a pleasant melody!

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Gen Hoshino – Koi (Official Video)

Love Hoshino Gen

This is one of Gen Hoshino’s signature songs, which drew major attention after being selected as the theme song for the drama “We Married as a Job!” (Nigeru wa Haji da ga Yaku ni Tatsu).

Since it incorporates elements of soul music, I think it’s important to catch the rhythm by imagining the dance that became a hot topic.

Because there aren’t big pitch changes when singing, paying attention to line endings and dynamics is key to bringing out the song’s fun.

How much uplift and excitement toward “Koi” (Love), which is also the song’s title, you can infuse into your voice is crucial to elevating the overall quality of the performance.

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Gen Hoshino – Monster (Official Video)

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Gen Hoshino’s song “Bakemono” is a work packed with his captivating musical world.

Included on his 2013 album “Stranger,” it wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say the track symbolizes a turning point for him.

The song is characterized by lyrics that pierce the heart, powerfully expressing the pain of self-transformation and personal growth.

When singing it at karaoke, its melody sits in a range that’s comfortable for men with a typical vocal range.

As an up-tempo number, it’s recommended for those who find slow, ballad-like songs difficult to sing.

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The Habit SongGen Hoshino

Gen Hoshino – Kuse no Uta (Official Video)

Kuse no Uta by Gen Hoshino

When it comes to karaoke-friendly songs, you naturally want to look for slower tracks.

“Kuse no Uta,” included on the first album released in 2010, is a love song that draws you in with that unhurried charm.

The lyrics, which candidly express the desire to get to know someone you like, really hit home.

From the latter half of the second chorus, the melody has a slightly taut height, but the pitch still stays on the lower side.

The way it’s sung—almost like laying bare one’s inner voice—also makes it feel very approachable, don’t you think?

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ComedyGen Hoshino

Gen Hoshino – Comedy (Official Video)

Comedian Gen Hoshino

Gen Hoshino’s “Comedy,” released on April 8, 2022, also drew attention as the ending theme for the anime SPY×FAMILY.

The song beautifully balances the depth of his musical sensibilities with an intuitive touch.

Rather than leaning on music theory, its approach appeals to the senses, as if speaking directly to the listener’s heart.

It’s also recommended for karaoke because it’s relatively easy to sing.

The overall range isn’t too wide, making it a comfortable key for most male singers.

Since the chorus features a series of high notes, consider lowering the key a little if it feels tough.

The swaying rhythm, which carries an essence of Black music, is a distinctive feature, so keeping that in mind will help you capture its vibe.

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Traces of LightGen Hoshino

Gen Hoshino – Why / Traces of Light (Official Video)

Hikari no Ato by Gen Hoshino

Gen Hoshino’s single “Hikari no Ato” is a work that portrays the evolution of emotions, and it also serves as the ending theme for the film SPY×FAMILY CODE: White.

It features a sound reminiscent of Western music from the ’80s and ’90s, yet it transcends genre and showcases Hoshino’s unique character.

The secret to its singability lies in its gentle melody and relaxed tempo—you can take your time and sing while confirming each note.

There are spots that use falsetto, so some practice is needed, and the chorus sustains higher notes; if that’s challenging, try adjusting the key.

With pop sensibilities unmistakably Hoshino and philosophical lyrics, “Hikari no Ato” is a song I hope many people will sing.

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DoraemonGen Hoshino

Gen Hoshino – Doraemon (Official Video)

Doraemon Gen Hoshino

As you can tell from the title, this song was created for the work and is sprinkled with phrases inspired by the anime Doraemon.

It was written as the theme song for the film Doraemon: Nobita’s Treasure Island and was later adopted as the opening theme for the TV anime.

The soulful rhythm conveyed through the sound is striking, and when singing, it’s important to focus on crisp diction and rhythm.

Because the melody doesn’t move much in pitch, be sure to sing in a way that keeps the words from becoming muddled.

The repeated “do” is also a key feature of this song, so clear enunciation may be important as well.

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