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Songs with titles that start with “ba.” Useful hints for karaoke or shiritori!

Have you ever tried “shiritori karaoke,” where you connect songs by singing titles in a shiritori style?

Even if you’re told to find “a song that starts with O,” it doesn’t always come to mind right away—so it often becomes a chance to sing songs you don’t usually pick.

So in this article, I’ll introduce songs that start with “ba” to give you some hints for shiritori karaoke!

When it comes to words that start with “ba,” there are lots that sound like they could be in song titles, such as “Bye-bye,” “Bara (rose),” and “Butterfly.”

I hope this article helps you have a great time.

And besides shiritori karaoke, feel free to use it for song-title shiritori as well.

Songs with titles that start with “Ba.” Handy hints for karaoke or shiritori! (431–440)

Valentine SongHirai Dai

Dai Hirai / Valentine Song (Lyric Video)
Valentine SongHirai Dai

“This year’s Valentine’s Day is going to be happy and absolutely the best!” That’s exactly the feeling this perfect Valentine’s song gives you.

From the moment you start making chocolates while thinking of that special someone or picking out a present, you could say Valentine’s Day has already begun! Once you hear Dai Hirai’s sweet voice and warm sound, you’ll find yourself eagerly awaiting Valentine’s Day, thinking, “I’ll definitely confess successfully,” or “I’ll spend the happiest time with him.” Let’s welcome this once-a-year special day with excitement as we listen to “Valentine Song.”

Bus StopTaira Koji

Released in September 1972 and ranking high on the Oricon charts, this song has remained beloved over the years, even being re-recorded in 1982 as a jingle for a Meiji Seika commercial.

It portrays the complex emotions of a woman who must accept parting from the one she loves—gracefully stepping back while secretly wishing not to let go—a sentiment that has moved many listeners.

It’s a profoundly expressive piece that can only be conveyed through the rich life experience of those in their seventies.

Be sure to take your time and sing it with feeling at karaoke.

Bake-neko AlleyRen

Bakeneko Alley – Ren feat. Seikai
Bake-neko AlleyRen

A Japanese-style Vocaloid song with a bewitching yet glamorous atmosphere.

Composed by Ren and released in February 2024, this piece features Hoshikai’s striking vocals and lyrics that revolve around human worldly desires and cravings.

It unfolds a fantastical worldview reminiscent of a one-night revel in the underworld.

The unique sound—fusing traditional Japanese elements with electronica—is truly captivating.

Be sure to listen closely and take it all in.

BatonTokunaga Hideaki

HIDEAKI TOKUNAGA “Baton” Music Video
BatonTokunaga Hideaki

Even among those fighting illness, there are many who feel uncomfortable or dislike being cheered on or told to “hang in there.” In times like that, I want you to listen to Hideaki Tokunaga’s song “Baton.” People are often forced into a positive mindset, but that can leave the heart completely exhausted.

This song features Tokunaga’s gentle voice that seems to speak to the depths of your heart, giving you the feeling that someone is softly rubbing your back—it’s a song that can move you to tears.

Released in 2017, it is Tokunaga’s 54th single.

Late Autumn Main LineTokodai Fumiya

Fumiya Tokodai “Late Autumn Main Line” MUSIC VIDEO
Late Autumn Main LineTokodai Fumiya

Banshū Honsen by Fumiya Tokodai, an enka singer from Hokkaido, carries a calm tone that somehow evokes nostalgia.

Released as a single in March 2024, this eagerly anticipated track marks his first challenge singing a “woman’s song” in the enka tradition.

Set in the season of the first snowfall, the lyrics weave the contemplative heart of a woman, imbued with a plaintive mood that makes you feel winter’s approach.

The shifting seasons and lingering regrets—the world envisioned by lyricist Madoka-no and composer Chiaki Oka comes through clearly.

The contrast with the coupling track, Shindō, is also intriguing.

His voice, singing of a woman’s troubled heart in love, is sure to resonate with listeners.

BatonAshita Komichi (CV: Murakami Manatsu)

TV anime “Akebi’s Sailor Uniform” non-credit ending animation / Ending theme “Baton” by Komichi Akebi (CV: Manatsu Murakami)
BatonAshita Komichi (CV: Murakami Manatsu)

Baton, with its refreshing acoustic guitar tones, is a song used as the ending theme for the TV anime Akebi’s Sailor Uniform.

It’s sung by Manatsu Murakami, the voice actress who plays the protagonist, Komichi Akebi.

Her clear, transparent vocals perfectly match the song’s cute and breezy atmosphere.

With lyrics that capture ordinary scenes—like the walk home or a classroom after school—the song turns memories of school life into sparkling treasures.

Songs with titles that start with “Ba.” Great for karaoke or shiritori hints! (441–450)

scattered; in pieces; all over the placeHoshino Gen

A song by Gen Hoshino featuring the warmth of an acoustic guitar and his gentle vocals.

Its message—affirming individual differences while seeking coexistence—really resonates.

Included on the album “Baka no Uta,” released in June 2010, it drew attention as Hoshino’s solo debut.

It’s a popular track that is sometimes performed live.

Recommended for those who value diversity or are struggling with relationships.

At the 2024 Kōhaku Uta Gassen, he performed it with partially revised lyrics, moving viewers deeply.

The melody flows unhurriedly, the range isn’t too high, and it’s an easy song to sing.