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Songs with titles that start with “bo.” [Boku (I), boy, adventure, etc.]

There are times when you want to find “songs that start with a certain hiragana,” like for “shiritori karaoke,” where you link songs together like the word game shiritori, “song-title shiritori,” where you restrict yourself to track titles, or even when making a playlist themed around the 50 Japanese syllables.

In this article, we’ll focus on songs that start with “bo” (ぼ) and introduce some selections!

You probably don’t usually search for music by the first hiragana of the title, but that’s exactly why it can lead you to songs you wouldn’t normally come across.

Be sure to check out this article and see if you can discover a new favorite track.

Songs with titles starting with 'Bo'. [Boku (I), Boy, Bouken (Adventure), etc.] (111–120)

My voice175R

Starting with an intro whose melody seems to dissolve a faint sense of loneliness, this is “My Voice.” It’s included on “STAND BY YOU!!,” a collaborative single with the ska-punk band SHAKALABBITS, released in 2002 when we were running through the same era together.

The shift from the A-melody, driven by a ska rhythm, to the impassioned chorus is truly stirring.

The lyrics, which record days gone by, tighten your chest.

Try listening to it while overlaying it with your own youth.

I’m leaving tonight.22/7

22/7 11th single “I’m Leaving Tonight” music video
I'm leaving tonight.22/7

22/7, the digital idol unit produced by Yasushi Akimoto, has released their 11th single, “I’m Leaving Tonight.” The song centers on the theme of sneaking out of the house late at night, portraying the inner conflicts unique to adolescence and a growing sense of optimism.

Listeners in their teens and twenties may find it especially relatable.

Be sure to check it out along with the music video, where the characters move fluidly—their expressions also convey the song’s message.

Songs with titles that start with “Bo” or “Boku/Boy/Bouken,” etc. (121–130)

Year-end party! BOU! NEN! KAI!A.B.C-Z

A.B.C-Z / Year-End Party! BOU! NEN! KAI! (YouTube Edit)
Year-end party! BOU! NEN! KAI!A.B.C-Z

A.B.C-Z is an idol group known for their strength in dance and acrobatics, with each member also active on variety shows.

Their 4th single, “Bounenkai! BOU! NEN! KAI!” was released as a double A-side along with “Shuden wo Koete ~Christmas Night~.” The lyrics, brimming with the signature humor of the songwriter Hyadain, are guaranteed to liven up any year-end party.

It’s a party tune that wraps up the year on a bright note—perfect for everyone to sing together at karaoke.

I hate myself.A:me

A:me – I Hate Myself feat. Hatsune Miku
I hate myself.A:me

Recalling a summer spent with someone I loved, and the regrets swirling in my heart.

Released in 2019, this is a work by the Vocaloid producer A:me.

It’s a fast-paced guitar rock track that makes you feel like you’re right in the middle of youth.

With this sound and the message in the lyrics, it might be a piece of Vocaloid rock that resonates most with junior high and high school students.

My Melancholy and My Moody GirlfriendAAA

AAA / “My Melancholy and Moody Girlfriend” Sand Art Video
My Melancholy and My Moody GirlfriendAAA

It was selected as the CM song for Ito-Yokado’s “kent,” and it reached No.

4 on the Oricon weekly chart.

While AAA often uses electronic instruments in their songs, this track employs orchestral elements to fully bring out the appeal of orthodox pop, resulting in a slightly wistful ballad.

We won’t fightAKB48

[MV full] We Won't Fight / AKB48 [Official]
We won't fightAKB48

A song released in May 2015 as an AKB48 single.

Its relaxed melody pairs well with an arrangement featuring acoustic guitar and strings.

The lyrics carry a strong anti-war message that resonates with those who wish for peace.

Commercially, it was a major success, topping the Oricon daily chart and achieving million-seller status on its first day.

It’s a heartwarming pop tune you’ll want to listen to when reflecting on world peace or when hoping to reconcile with someone.

Catarsis of a Nation’s DemiseALI PROJECT

ALI PROJECT “Catharsis of the Awakening of a Ruined Nation” Music Video
Catarsis of a Nation's DemiseALI PROJECT

ALI PROJECT is a group with a unique aesthetic that fuses a variety of genres, including progressive rock, baroque pop, and neoclassical.

Formed in 1985, they made their indie debut in 1988 with the album “Gensō Teien” (Illusory Garden).

While grounded in classical music, they continue to captivate many fans with their grand sound and decadent, aesthetic worldview.

Songs woven from Arika Takarano’s soprano-like vocals and Mikiya Katakura’s meticulous arrangements have been used as theme songs for numerous anime works.

Their costumes and stage productions, which incorporate elements of Gothic Lolita, are also striking, radiating a one-of-a-kind presence in both music and visuals.

They are a recommended duo for music fans who enjoy sweeping orchestral arrangements and classically inspired elements.