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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- A roundup of songs with titles that start with “bu.” Handy for shiritori or playlist-making.
- Songs with titles that start with “ba.” Useful hints for karaoke or shiritori!
- Songs that start with “Be.” Perfect for shiritori, karaoke, and playlists!
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Songs with titles that start with “Bo.” [Boku (I), Boy, Bouken (Adventure), etc.] (381–390)
You, whom I don’t knowOku Hanako
It was released in 2006 as the coupling track to Hanako Oku’s fifth single, “Chiisana Hoshi” (Little Star).
The song expresses a man’s lingering feelings for the girlfriend he broke up with, conveying the heartache he feels because they didn’t part due to hatred, leaving his feelings for her unresolved.
Bobby Sox BluesSeno Ryūichirō
Ryuichiro Senoo is a leading figure in Japan’s blues harmonica scene, renowned for his skill to the point of being nicknamed “Weeping Harp Senoo.” Messin’ Around is his debut album, released in 1976.
It’s a record packed with the appeal of the blues harp, characterized by a structure that also incorporates elements of rock and pop.
Talented musicians like Kantaro Uchida and Fusanosuke Kondo take part, adding to its musical breadth.
Still highly regarded today as a work that had a major impact on Japan’s blues scene, it’s a recommended listen not only for blues fans but also for anyone interested in the roots of Japanese popular music.
Body Rockabillyhimecarat
It’s super catchy, so I especially recommend it to anyone who wants to start getting into rockabilly! It’s a song by the band-style idol unit Himecarat, released as their second single in 2013.
The energetic sound blends a rock ’n’ roll vibe with the tones of a horn section, really getting your heart pumping.
But the lyrics—about a beloved person who isn’t by your side right now—carry a touch of melancholy.
As you listen, try thinking about who that person is for you.
oblivionUtada Hikaru feat. Kohh
This is a unique track by the legendary diva Hikaru Utada featuring KOHH, a hardcore rapper who skyrocketed in popularity at a young age.
Starting with an ambient intro, the song probes the inner self with vocals brimming with melancholy and poignancy, becoming a hit especially among art-inclined people in their twenties.
I’m gonna cry (boo-hoo).Moriya Hiroshi
Hiroshi Moriya’s signature work is a song that poignantly portrays a man’s aching feelings for his lover who moved to Tokyo.
Its distinctive phrase, such as “Naichicchi,” leaves a strong impression and captured the hearts of many.
Released in 1959, the song became a major hit after Moriya transitioned from rockabilly to kayōkyoku (Japanese popular song), selling about 380,000 copies by 1968.
It even sparked a social phenomenon, inspiring a film of the same title the following year.
Embracing the emotions of those who part from a lover yet still hold lingering feelings, this piece—when sung at karaoke—is sure to awaken someone’s memories.
We can become stronger.Anzai Karen
Karen Anzai is a singer who also works as a model and actress.
Born in Kanagawa Prefecture in 1999, she debuted in 2019 with “Sekai no Subete Teki ni Kanjite Kodoku sae Aishiteita” (“I Felt the Whole World Was My Enemy, and I Even Loved My Loneliness”).
Perhaps because she grew up exposed to a wide range of music—rock, jazz, hip-hop—her songs convey a unique, unbounded worldview that is distinctly her own.
In 2020, she was chosen to play the lead in the drama “M: Ai Subeki Hito ga Ite,” based on the life of singer Ayumi Hamasaki.
She is truly a multi-talented artist.
Songs with titles starting with “Bo”. [Boku (I), Boy, Bōken (Adventure), etc.] (391–400)
The Reason We Set Out on a JourneyAndō Yūko
In 1994, Kenji Ozawa released “The Reason We Go on a Journey,” and singer-songwriter Yuko Ando has covered it.
The performance is a lavish cover by Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra.
The back-and-forth with Skapara’s Kin-ichi Motegi is exquisite, making it an incredibly compelling listen.
It’s a highly recommended cover song you’ll want to play again and again.
