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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)

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Gen Hoshino – Film (Official Video)

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It’s a song that depicts the flow of everyday life, including its darker parts, and the subtle emotional shifts that anyone can relate to.

Written at the request of director Shuichi Okita as the theme song for the film The Woodsman and the Rain, it features a gently unfolding warmth that leaves a strong impression.

It should be easy to sing if you aim for a conversational delivery.

Since the lyrics evoke the casual feel of everyday life, keeping your emotions restrained and singing without forcing it may be the key to conveying the song’s atmosphere.

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Gen Hoshino’s new song leaves a strong impression with its profound themes that question one’s existence against the backdrop of a city at night.

Used as the ending theme for the Netflix documentary “LIGHTHOUSE,” it was released in September 2023.

The track features a gentle melody and soft vocals, reflecting the influence of his parents, who ran a jazz café.

The lyrics convey doubt toward the phrase “just be yourself,” and their introspective nature resonates with listeners.

Its vocal range makes it easy to sing at karaoke, and it’s a song packed with Hoshino’s charm.

It’s perfect for anyone who feels uncertain about everyday life—so give it a try and sing it!

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[Karaoke] Gen Hoshino’s Easy-to-Sing Songs (31–40)

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Gen Hoshino – Snow Men (Official Video)

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A medium-tempo track included on the album “YELLOW DANCER.” This song, with its gently seeping sense of transience, seems perfect for those moments when you want to stay calm at karaoke.

The vocal range and pitch are average, but since the bass line and the intro start on the higher side and there’s falsetto toward the end, it might help to approach it with the idea of keeping your voice slightly higher overall.

The tempo is steady throughout, which makes it feel easier in that respect.

Its slow, stylish vibe makes it a great pick for adult listeners as well.

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In conclusion

We introduced some easy-to-sing songs by Gen Hoshino.

Did you find a song that made you think, “I could sing this!”? His songs generally don’t require a very wide vocal range, and many are widely known.

With relatively small pitch jumps, they’re approachable even if singing isn’t your strong suit.

Be sure to practice and try them at karaoke.

If a song feels hard to sing in the original key, try adjusting the key to match your vocal range.