A roundup of songs with titles starting with 'Da' (Dai-〇〇, Diamond, etc.)
When you think of songs that start with “da,” what words come to mind?
You might think, “It’s a voiced hiragana syllable, so there probably aren’t many…,” but there are actually plenty: words like “Dai— (Big/Great —),” “Diamond,” “Dare (Who),” and “Datte (Because/Even if),” among others.
What’s more, these are exactly the kinds of words that often appear in song titles.
In this article, we’ll introduce a wide range of songs with titles that start with “da,” including the examples above and many more.
Use it as a handy resource for ‘shiritori karaoke’ or ‘song title shiritori’!
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- Songs with titles that start with “Chi.” Useful as hints for word-chain games!
Collection of Song Titles That Start with “Da” [Dai-◯◯, Diamond, etc.] (111–120)
Dynamic RyukyuIkuma Akira
This soul-stirring track by Akira Ikuma masterfully fuses Okinawa’s traditional performing art Eisa with a funky groove.
The lyrics, penned by Daiichi Hirata, open with a prayer to the sea and sky, inspiring listeners and powerfully celebrating people’s dreams and bonds.
With sanshin and drums resounding, the sound makes you feel as if you’re swept up in the frenzy of a festival.
Released in August 2009, the song became familiar as the theme for Orion Beer commercials and gained attention when it was used to cheer on high school baseball teams.
Since then, it has become a staple anthem in the world of sports.
It’s sure to give a fiery push to anyone striving toward their goals.
Dang Dang is on my mind.Nakamura Yuma
This is a beloved classic that served for many years as the opening theme of the anime Oishinbo, which helped drive Japan’s gourmet boom.
Composed by city pop maestro Tetsuji Hayashi, the track is a stylish piece woven from shimmering synthesizer tones and an easy, pleasant beat.
Released by Yuma Nakamura in June 1989, its B-side, LINE, was also used as the anime’s ending theme.
The lyrics, depicting a slightly mature romance set against the city at night, are captivating.
That sweet yet aching feeling of being unable to stop thinking about someone resonates deeply, amplified by Nakamura’s crystal-clear, transparent vocals.
more than anyoneBE:FIRST
Written specifically as the theme song for the film, this piece is a ballad with a profound message that portrays the ache of wanting to touch but being unable to.
It deeply links to the story of a protagonist suffering from mysophobia, torn between love and inner conflict, and the lyrics—about someone who gives you a reason to live even as you carry pain—truly resonate.
Released in February 2025 as part of the single “Spacecraft / Sailing,” it features an emotional sound that fuses R&B and ballad elements, with an arrangement that builds gradually from a quiet intro into the chorus—something that also lends itself well to guitar-and-vocal performances.
With BE:FIRST member RYOKI starring in the film and co-writing the lyrics with SKY-HI, you can feel the depth of emotion poured into the song.
It’s the perfect number for conveying your feelings to someone special through music.
DAHLIAX JAPAN
It’s a song that truly epitomizes X JAPAN at their best, fusing speed metal with a majestic symphonic sound.
Released in February 1996, it topped the Oricon charts and later served as an advance single from the band’s final studio masterpiece, DAHLIA.
The world depicted by Yoshiki’s lyrics evokes tragedy hidden behind splendor and the anguished cries of a soul torn by inescapable fate.
As thunderous drums collide with delicate piano melodies, Toshi’s heartrending yet powerful high vocals resound with overwhelming impact.
Listen to it on a night when you feel crushed by uncontrollable emotions, and its passionate sound will stay close to your heart.
Daisuke and Ken’s Shopping CarolHongū Daisuke (Kiuchi Reiko) & Ichijōji Ken (Park Romi)
This is a duet song by the characters included on the Christmas-themed album Digimon Adventure 02 Christmas Fantasy from the anime Digimon Adventure 02.
Released in November 2000, the track showcases a charming back-and-forth between the characters voiced by Reiko Kiuchi and Romi Park.
It kicks off with a powerful rock feel while weaving in Christmas-like bells and harmonies, making it consistently engaging to listen to.
Through scenes of shopping, the lyrics convey the joy of spending time together and feelings for one another, capturing the excitement of the holiday season.
It’s a recommended number not only for anime fans but also for anyone who wants to savor the nostalgic atmosphere of the 2000s.
Dark SidePHAIDIA
With a searing vocal presence and a heavy, resonant sound, the music draws listeners in an instant into a dark and beautiful world.
Representing the early days of Japan’s gothic rock scene, PHAIDIA delivers a work that distills the allure of their initial period.
This track appears on the acclaimed 1985 release In The Dark.
Even as it portrays despair and inner darkness, you can feel an irresistible, decadent beauty residing within.
The fact that it was recorded in a Tokyo studio in May 1985 seems to convey the heat of the underground scene at the time.
Put it on at night when you want to forget the everyday and immerse yourself in a beautifully mysterious world, and its decadent splendor will surely resonate in your heart.
A deserted seaTo wa e mo wa
A quietly sung piece set on an autumn seashore, reflecting on a lost love and facing one’s own future.
Released in November 1970 as a single by Towa Tei et Moi, it features lyrics by poet Yoko Yamaguchi and music by Noriyoshi Naitō.
The words—resolved not to grieve anymore because promises were made to the sea, the sand, and the sky—gently resonate in the heart.
On the same day, chanson singer Fubuki Koshiji also released a version, and on the Oricon charts the Towa et Moi version reached No.
16.
Its portrayal of someone striving to look ahead despite setbacks and loneliness is something many will relate to.
It’s a song that tenderly stays by your side—one you’ll want to listen to while gazing at the autumn sea.