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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 starting with “Ba.” Handy hints for karaoke and shiritori! (41–50)

Ten Thousand Cheers, A Thousand ChantsRADWIMPS

RADWIMPS, who have also showcased their talents in numerous film scores.

The piece they created here is a powerful anthem that seems to sweep away the anxieties of starting a new chapter in life.

It’s included on the album “ANTI ANTI GENERATION,” released in December 2018, and was written specifically for NHK’s “RADWIMPS 18-sai Matsuri” (18 Festival).

When it aired in October 2018, their passionate performance with 1,000 18-year-olds became a major talking point.

The lyrics, which reassure you that it’s okay to carry worries and doubts, combined with the massive choral sound, are truly breathtaking.

During the school admission season, as you dive into a new environment, listening to it when you feel your confidence waver will surely give you courage.

Feel the energy that makes you want to sing along with your friends!

Songs with titles that start with “Ba.” Useful as hints for karaoke or shiritori! (51–60)

BUTTERFLYReiko

REIKO ‘BUTTERFLY’ Music Video
BUTTERFLYReiko

How about an exquisite R&B tune for a night when you want to bask in sweet, bittersweet feelings of love? Inspired by a butterfly necklace that REIKO reportedly wore on a daily basis, this track captures the flutter of budding romance, expressed through REIKO’s uniquely groovy vocals.

After about two years of training following the audition, it was finally released in October 2023 as her long-awaited major debut single.

The talent she showcased in her pre-debut song “No More” has blossomed even further, resulting in a piece that gently nestles close to the listener’s heart.

It’s perfect for a leisurely bath or a quiet, solitary evening—give it a listen.

The musical-style direction of the music video is wonderful as well, so don’t miss that either.

rose flowerkururi

As we take on more responsibility at work and at home, aren’t there moments when our hearts suddenly feel tired? For people of our generation who feel that way, the rock band Quruli from Kyoto offers a gentle companion.

One of their signature songs is Bara no Hana.

Released as a single in January 2001, this classic was later used as an insert song for the TBS drama Orange Days.

Marked by its steady beat and ennui-tinged melody, it carries the quiet of a rainy day, with choruses colored by SUPERCAR’s Miki Furukawa.

The lyrics evoke a world where reassurance and anxiety coexist—something that resonates more deeply now that we’ve gone through so many experiences.

Give it a listen when, in the midst of everyday life, you feel the urge to go just a little farther away.

Babeliyowa

Babel / Iyowa feat. Kasane Teto (BABEL / Iyowa feat. Kasane Teto)
Babeliyowa

Grain-like sounds that seem to pile up linger in your ears.

It’s a track produced by Iyowa using Kasane Teto, released in April 2023, and its surprise upload during Niconico Chokaigi became a hot topic.

You can hear it on the album “Eiga, Hidamari, Sotsugyoshiki” (“Movies, Sunlit Spots, Graduation Ceremony”), and it’s also included in SEGA’s rhythm game “maimai.” The lyrics juxtapose the Tower of Babel from the Old Testament with scenes of modern life, creating a distinctive worldview.

The sound, where cold machine-like textures and aching poignancy coexist, is addictive.

Surrender yourself to these layers of sound, and you’ll be wrapped in a curious sense of elation.

Bye-Good-ByeBE:FIRST

BE:FIRST / Bye-Good-Bye -Music Video-
Bye-Good-ByeBE:FIRST

Turning “goodbye” into the strength to take a new step instead of ending on a negative note—BE:FIRST’s second single and title track is precisely such an upbeat song about parting.

Released digitally in advance in March 2022, it was written as the theme song for the morning drama “Sayonara no Sono Mae ni Fantastic 31 Days” within Nippon TV’s ZIP!.

The bittersweetness of letting go of the past and the resolve to move forward are portrayed over a mid-tempo melody, warming your heart a little more with every listen.

The uplifting chorus carried by a groovy track and the contrasting dynamics created by the rap parts are also captivating.

It topped the Billboard JAPAN JAPAN HOT 100 overall chart and has racked up over 200 million streams, becoming a long-running hit.

It’s a song that gently gives you a push in spring, a season of life’s turning points such as graduation, job changes, and new beginnings.

BAD LOVEHANA

HANA / BAD LOVE -Music Video-
BAD LOVEHANA

A song by HANA that portrays the complex conflict of love—wanting to forgive but being unable to.

Members JISOO and MOMOKA took part in writing the lyrics, whose down-to-earth words really resonate.

The full-throttle, powerful vocals convey the raw pain that comes precisely from a pure heart.

Released in September 2025, the track was also featured in a commercial tie-in.

Following their pre-debut track “Drop” and the smash hit “ROSE,” its edgy sound showcases the group’s evolution.

It’s perfect for times when your emotions can’t be neatly sorted into black and white, or when you just want to scream it out and feel refreshed.

The more you listen, the more it grips your heart—an energy-filled work.

Burning FlowerHANA

HANA / Burning Flower -Music Video-
Burning FlowerHANA

An uptempo track bursting with passionate beats and danceable sound, perfect for summer.

Released as a digital single in June 2025, it also made waves after a surprise performance at “VIVA LA ROCK 2025” in May of the same year.

Choreographed by the members themselves, the song captivates with its high-energy groove from the intro and an unforgettable, catchy chorus.

Its sheer coolness is electrifying.

Brimming with powerful energy that seems to sync with a visual world of night beaches and flames, it’s the perfect listen when you want to boost your mood or go all out enjoying the hot season.

It’s sure to set your heart on fire.