Songs that start with “Be.” Perfect for shiritori, karaoke, and playlists!
There are actually lots of song titles that start with “Be,” often using English words like “Baby,” “Very,” and “Best.” In this article, we’ll introduce a bunch of songs with titles that begin with “Be.” Use it to find favorites for whatever you need—song-title shiritori, “shiritori karaoke” where you chain songs like in the word game, or making playlists themed around the Japanese syllabary.
Searching for songs by “titles that start with a certain syllable”—something we don’t usually think about—might lead you to music you’ve never encountered before.
Be sure to use this article as a guide to discover some new favorite tracks.
- A compilation of Vocaloid songs with titles that start with “Be”
- Songs whose titles start with “He.” Useful for shiritori or karaoke.
- Songs with titles that start with “Pe” (page, paper, paint, etc.)
- Compilation of Vocaloid songs with titles starting with 'Bi'
- A collection of Vocaloid songs with titles starting with “Pe”
- Songs with titles that start with “ba.” Useful hints for karaoke or shiritori!
- A roundup of Vocaloid songs with titles that start with “Ke”
- A compilation of Vocaloid songs with titles starting with “He”
- Songs with titles starting with 'bi' (such as Believe and Beautiful)
- A roundup of songs with titles that start with “bu.” Handy for shiritori or playlist-making.
- Songs that start with 'Vu'. For shiritori, karaoke, and playlist selection.
- A compilation of Vocaloid songs with titles that start with “Ba”
- Songs with titles that start with “bo.” [Boku (I), boy, adventure, etc.]
Songs that start with “Be”. Perfect for word-chain games, karaoke, and playlists! (31–40)
Baby StepsSwagcky
Singer-songwriter Swagcky’s work has a gentle power that makes you think fondly of a dear friend.
Released in June 2025, this song is a heartwarming anthem of support for a best friend struggling with worries.
In his warm baritone, he sings as if speaking directly to you, affirming the value of taking a step forward at your own pace, without forcing yourself.
This track is quintessential Swagcky—the kind of number that has grown its following from social media, like “Furidashi,” whose demo surpassed 4.6 million plays in 2023.
The comfortably crafted sound by GAL D also shines as laid-back R&B.
Put it on during a solo night drive, and you’ll feel the tightness in your chest gently loosen.
Bedroom DiscoRAM RIDER
This is a track that wraps you in a mysterious exhilaration, as if your own room transforms into a dance floor.
Its electro sound and wistful melody blend together beautifully.
Produced by Japanese music producer RAM RIDER, it was released in September 2005 as his second major single.
The theme is a summer memory: dreaming of the dance floor from an air-conditioned room.
The lyrics’ worldview, where a sense of confinement intersects with liberation, sparks the listener’s imagination.
It was also featured in a Glico Pocky commercial and later included on the acclaimed album “PORTABLE DISCO.” It’s perfect for when you want to immerse yourself in music alone, or for a late-summer drive.
crimsonX JAPAN
Shifting abruptly from quiet guitar arpeggios to an intense metal sound, its dramatic structure evokes the feeling of listening to classical music.
As X JAPAN’s first single after their major-label debut, it can be seen as a work that strongly reflects the deep sorrow and inner conflict within YOSHIKI.
The protagonist’s despair—torn apart by lost love and steeped in the hues of passion and tragedy—comes through with painful clarity.
Released in September 1989 and included on the landmark album BLUE BLOOD, the song was also featured in an NTT DoCoMo commercial and won the Best New Artist award at the Japan Cable Radio Awards the same year.
This is a historic, soul-stirring masterpiece for those who want to unleash the emotions buried deep within and seek catharsis through the power of music.
BestieBAND-MAID
A BAND-MAID song born from a collaboration with Incubus guitarist Mike Einziger, celebrating a bond that transcends borders.
The lyrics—written entirely in English—carry a sense of kindness and warmth toward an irreplaceable best friend.
Its emotional melody, shining through the heavy rock sound, feels like a message of gratitude and trust for companions who’ve shared many years together.
Released in April 2024 and included on the album “Epic Narratives,” the track also received an emotional first live performance with the co-writer himself on stage at Tokyo Garden Theater in May of the same year.
Listen while thinking of a dear friend, and you may find yourself rediscovering just how much they mean to you.
Baby MineTakeuchi Mariya
Familiar as the Japanese end song for the live-action Disney film “Dumbo”! Supervised in translation by Mariya Takeuchi herself, this heartwarming ballad resonates deeply.
The song’s universal themes of maternal love and “shining just as you are” are expressed with the gentle nuances of the Japanese language.
Released in March 2019, it is also known for featuring her husband, Tatsuro Yamashita, on backing vocals, whose collaboration further enhances the warmth of the work.
The track was included on the album “Precious Days.” It’s the kind of song that will gently support you when you want to calm your heart on a weary night or spend time thinking of someone dear.
Songs that start with “Be.” Perfect for shiritori, karaoke, and playlists! (41–50)
Velvet Poemback number
There is a gemlike ballad by back number—known for lyrics and melodies that shake the heart—created as the theme song for the film Akira and Akira.
Shimizu Iyori’s voice, singing like a prayer and wishing that his laid-bare self could be seen as something beautiful, sinks deep into the chest.
The piece quietly yet powerfully seems to cheer on those who, despite their anguish and inner conflicts, keep moving toward their goals.
This moving song was released in August 2022 and was later included on the acclaimed album Humor.
Premiering alongside the film, it became beloved by many, debuting at No.
2 on the Billboard Japan Download Songs chart—a sign that its impact has resonated widely.
It’s the perfect song for moments when you’re wavering over a major life decision or need a gentle word of encouragement.
It will surely echo deep within your heart and give you the strength to take a step toward tomorrow.
BABERetoro Mai Gāru!!
Retro My Girl!! is an Osaka-based act known for its retro-pop sound.
Their melodies conjure up bittersweet romance and everyday scenes, making it a great opportunity to showcase vocalist Kana’s expressive delivery.
This single, released in February 2025, is irresistibly catchy.
It’s a must-try for those seeking a cool yet easy-to-play song by a female-fronted band.
In the ensemble, be mindful of volume balance across parts: let the rhythm section’s bouncy groove provide a steady foundation, and keep the guitar’s backing light, brisk, and a bit rough around the edges to tighten up the band’s overall sound.