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.
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Songs with titles starting with “bo.” [Boku (I), Boy, Bōken (Adventure), etc.] (301–310)
My QuestGōruden Bonbā
A song that, in many ways, is truly one of a kind: it’s Golden Bomber’s 10th single and was used as the first ending theme for the TV anime Yu-Gi-Oh! ZEXAL.
As the title suggests, the lyrics earnestly and stylishly portray a boy who’s more absorbed in games than in his studies—something that resonates not only with kids but also with adults.
With its unmistakably visual kei melody and vocal phrasing, this track is Golden Bomber at their best.
Me and FlowersSakanakushon
When it comes to karaoke, many people find high-key songs difficult.
You can’t reach those high notes, and as a result your rhythm falls apart.
However, Sakanaction’s “Boku to Hana” has a relatively low key, so I think it’s very easy to sing.
The lyrics don’t have many words either, so you can focus on staying in tune as you sing.
One thing to watch out for is that there aren’t many places to breathe during the chorus.
Since you often hold a single syllable for a long time, the key is to take solid breaths whenever you have the chance.
BOHBO No.5Sazan Ōrusutāzu
This song by Southern All Stars is a playful track packed with erotic wordplay and social satire.
It features rhythmic lyrics and a groovy sound that’s sure to lift your spirits.
Released in July 2005, it was also used in a Toyota commercial.
If you’re singing it at karaoke, it’s perfect for moments when you want to get everyone pumped up.
Hop on the upbeat rhythm, sing and dance your heart out, and have fun—your mood is guaranteed to soar!
YearningSazan Ōrusutāzu
A masterpiece by Southern All Stars that portrays a poignant love and the pain of parting.
Set to a nostalgic melody, Keisuke Kuwata’s delicate words and the band’s wistful sound resonate deeply.
The lyrics and imagery are beautiful no matter which lines you take.
Included on the album “Yoni Manyo no Hana ga Saku Nari,” released in September 1992, it topped the Oricon Weekly Ranking for four consecutive weeks.
In the Reiwa era, many may have heard it as a UNIQLO commercial song.
It’s a ballad you’ll want to listen to when healing from heartbreak or trying to move past a farewell with someone important.
Bon-giri Love SongSazan Ōrusutāzu
A single packed with a fresh musical experience that colors the Japanese summer.
Released in July 2023, this work drew attention as the first installment commemorating Southern All Stars’ 45th anniversary.
With its fantastical sound and lyrics, it captivates listeners.
The lyrics, themed around Bon Odori, depict the bustle of summer festivals, romance, and lively gathering places.
The distinctive worldview that fuses Japanese tradition with Western culture is brimming with the unique charm of Southern All Stars.
It’s a song that makes you want to dance together and have fun, feeling the lively Bon Odori nights of summer and the romances that blossom there.
My little worrySatomitsu & Za Toiretzu
It’s a song about a boy who feels embarrassed to use a stall at school.
The lyrics are unique, with rhymes and homophones.
The pop chord progression, guitar tones, and gentle vocals make it really pleasant to listen to.
BO Chille (riot)Za Kuromaniyonzu
The 19th single, “Bo-doh Child (BO CHILE),” released in November 2020.
Over a snappy snare, Hiroto Kōmoto unleashes a long blues harp solo.
From an intro so satisfying you wish it could go on forever, it bursts into lyrics, melody, and beats worthy of the bold title.
Kōmoto’s performance—aggressive and punk to a degree unbelievable for someone who was 57 at the time of release—commands admiration.
It’s an energetic track by The Cro-Magnons that, in the best sense, refuses to “evolve.”
