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Masterpieces with titles that start with 'A'

When you hear “songs with titles that start with A,” what songs come to mind?

If you can’t think of many, it turns out there are actually tons—words like “ai” (love) that often appear in lyrics and other universal terms lead to many songs when you do some research!

It seems there are quite a few ballads, too.

In this article, we’ve carefully selected and introduced songs whose titles start with A.

From timeless favorites to tracks by up-and-coming artists, you’ll find plenty of masterpieces.

Be sure to discover your own favorite “A” song!

Masterpieces with titles starting with “A” (221–230)

anemoneNovelbright

Novelbright – Anemone [Official Music Video]
anemoneNovelbright

A wistful winter ballad about a “fleeting love,” with lyrics by vocalist Yudai Takenaka and music composed by Takenaka and guitarist Sojiro Oki.

The music video features actor Rio Teramoto and tells a story portraying regret, lingering attachment, and intense obsession.

Although the song reaches high notes, this track, Anemone, is a ballad with a relaxed tempo that can be sung in falsetto, making it approachable even for those who struggle with high tones.

It’s quite challenging to sing through without proper breath control, so practice lip rolls and humming to train yourself to exhale unconsciously.

Once your breathing becomes smoother, your voice will come out more easily and your pitch will stabilize, so definitely give it a try!

Love and romanceNovelbright

Novelbright – Love and Romance [Official Music Video]
Love and romanceNovelbright

When you think of someone you love, the usual scenery looks different… This is a Novelbright song perfect for moments like that.

Included on the album “Assort,” released in May 2022, it has earned widespread support as the lead track.

It features a pleasant rhythm woven by acoustic guitar and electronic drums, with Yudai Takenaka’s clear, translucent vocals resonating deeply.

Many listeners will relate to the lyrics, which express a love too great to be fully conveyed in words.

When the music video was released in April 2022, actress Nagisa Sekimizu appeared, drawing attention.

Whether you’re nursing a crush or spending time with a partner, listen while thinking of someone precious to you.

Blue Spring Etude feat. Haruko Nagaya (Ryokuoushoku Shakai)TOKYO SKA PARADISE ORCHESTRA

Etude of the Blue Spring feat. Haruko Nagaya (Ryokuoushoku Shakai) / Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra
Blue Spring Etude feat. Haruko Nagaya (Ryokuoushoku Shakai)TOKYO SKA PARADISE ORCHESTRA

TOKYO SKA PARADISE ORCHESTRA is a ska band that keeps firing up festivals around the world.

Their track Aoi Haru no Étude feat.

Haruko Nagaya (Ryokuoushoku Shakai), featuring Haruko Nagaya of Ryokuoushoku Shakai as a guest, is included as the lead track on their mini-album JUNK or GEM, released in March 2023.

Created as the final installment of their “Brass Trilogy,” the song drew attention for Nagaya’s participation not only on vocals but also on trombone.

The fusion of lyrics that liken a faint first love to an “étude” and Skapara’s signature celebratory horn sound is enough to lift your spirits just by listening.

Why not enjoy a drive, feeling the spring breeze, accompanied by melodies that are both wistful and exhilaratingly fast-paced?

Blue Springback number

back number – Aoi Haru (full)
Blue Springback number

This rock tune rides on a driving beat that captures the youthful impulse to struggle toward becoming someone.

Even while suffering from the gap between ideals and reality, its stance of overcoming walls by dancing in your own way has resonated widely on TikTok.

Released as a single in November 2012, it was written as the theme song for the drama “High School Entrance Exam” starring Masami Nagasawa.

It’s also included on the acclaimed album “blues” and is known as back number’s first self-produced work.

If you listen to it when you feel anxious about a new life starting in spring or when you want to spur yourself on, it’s sure to become a powerful ally.

In the blue springtonun

tonun – In the Blue Spring (Lyrics)
In the blue springtonun

A comforting beat and a sweet, smoky voice melt into the gentle air of spring.

Singer-songwriter tonun’s Aoi Haru ni, released in March 2021, is a mellow track that portrays the faint feelings of first love and the sparkle of new encounters in the cherry blossom season.

Back in 2021, it ranked high on iTunes’ R&B chart, captivating many listeners not only in Japan but overseas as well.

The lyrics, which hold unspoken feelings close to the chest, overlap with the anxieties and hopes of a new chapter in life and are sure to resonate.

It’s perfect for a springtime stroll—just let yourself sink into its laid-back groove.

I AM YOUR SINGERSazan Ōrusutāzu

Southern All Stars – I AM YOUR SINGER [Official Music Video]
I AM YOUR SINGERSazan Ōrusutāzu

A monumental work by Southern All Stars that, on the major milestone of their 30th anniversary, boldly proclaims deep gratitude to fans and hope for the future.

It features a celebratory melody infused with electronic sounds, wrapping you in an uplifting exhilaration that makes your heart dance just by listening.

Released as a single in August 2008, many will remember it playing on TV as the song for au’s “LISMO” commercial at the time.

It also came during a period just before their hiatus, and the song resonates deeply as a heartfelt “thank you” from the members to their listeners.

When you find yourself in a position of responsibility at work or at home and feel a moment of loneliness, listening to it will surely encourage you with the same passion of that era, reminding you that you’re not alone.

Be sure to check it out.

Masterpieces with Titles Starting with “A” (231–240)

I love youNakajima Mika

Mika Nakashima “Aishiteru (I Love You)” MUSIC VIDEO Shorts ver.
I love youNakajima Mika

A beautifully heartbreaking ballad that straightforwardly embraces the universal theme of love.

It is known as the sixth single released in January 2003 by Mika Nakashima, a singer with overwhelming expressive power.

At the time of its release, the song was chosen as the main theme for her first nationwide tour, gently stirring the hearts of the many fans who gathered at the venues.

Her clear, expansive vocals paint the lyrical world—where certainty and wavering toward the other intersect—in a way that is both aching and dramatic.

Why not quietly lend an ear to this gem of a love-filled standard number?