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’!
- A compilation of Vocaloid songs with titles starting with 'Da'
- Songs with titles that start with 'de'. Perfect as hints for karaoke or shiritori!
- Summary of Vocaloid songs with titles starting with 'Ta'
- Songs whose titles start with “Do” – Solo Karaoke / Song-Title Shiritori
- Songs with titles that start with “Na.” A hint for shiritori!
- A compilation of Vocaloid songs with titles that start with “Ba”
- Songs with titles starting with “To.” A selection from popular tracks across generations!
- Songs with titles that start with “Sa”: a roundup you can use for shiritori or karaoke
- Songs with titles that start with “Su.” A collection of tracks useful for shiritori.
- A roundup of songs with titles starting with “zu” (rare!)
- A roundup of songs with titles that start with “N” [There are actually more than you’d expect!!]
- A compilation of Vocaloid songs with titles that start with “Do”
- 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)
DOWN TOWN SHUFFLEBOØWY
This is a song that epitomizes BOØWY’s golden era, where a groovy bassline intertwines with Tomoyasu Hotei’s razor-sharp guitar.
Released as a single in November 1986, it was also included on the classic album BEAT EMOTION released the same year.
The lyrics evoke the boredom swirling through the city night and fleeting human dramas.
Don’t you ever feel that the ordinary day-to-day leaves you unsatisfied, craving a little excitement? In those moments, why not free your mind with this track?
A roundup of song titles that start with “Da” [Dai-○○, Diamond, etc.] (121–130)
Someone’s Winter SongSaitō Kazuyoshi
Released in 2004, this song also became well-loved as the theme for Tu-Ka Phone Kansai commercials.
The protagonist racing off by car to see the one they love right away resonates as a familiar, relatable feeling of love that everyone has experienced.
The winter scenery passing by on the drive and the sudden flashes of the lover’s expressions are portrayed so vividly, and together with the comfortable folk-rock melody, they sink deep into the heart.
It’s included on the best-of album “Utai-tai 15 SINGLES BEST 1993–2007” and remains a favorite in live performances.
A winter song brimming with lyricism, perfect for those quiet nights when you’re thinking of someone special.
Diamond Dust HokkaidaMata setsunai sekai o ikiru
This is a heartrending winter tale by Vocaloid producer Mata Setsunai Sekai wo Ikiru.
It’s included in the compilation album “Doubt Me!?” released in November 2023.
Set in a worldline where it no longer snows, it portrays the story of two people separated from each other.
Blending sci-fi elements like radio towers and communication through screens, the lyrics beautifully weave together the blank years and fragments of memory, perfectly matched by Hatsune Miku’s whispery vocals.
Recommended for when you want to look back on memories with someone important to you.
Damn I Wish I Was Your LoverSophie B. Hawkins
In addition to being a musician, Sophie B.
Hawkins is also an artist who creates painted works.
Her uniquely crafted compositions, which showcase her wide-ranging talents, are striking.
I’d like to recommend “Damn I Wish I Was Your Lover” as one of her love songs, depicting romance from a female perspective.
Rather than a typical love song, it carries the message to a man who is constrained for one reason or another: “I’ll be the one to make you happy.”
Just the way you are, even if you’re no goodShinano Ya’e
Shinano Yae is a singer-songwriter who sings searing emotions in candid, unvarnished words.
With a voice that’s both powerful and irresistibly endearing, she gives honest feelings a melody.
When you can’t stay strong, her words pierce straight and sharp into your heart.
Every track feels like talking with a close friend.
When you’re thinking “I can’t try anymore” or “I want to give up,” please give her songs a listen.
They’ll surely give you a gentle push forward!
It’s okayMarushii
An uplifting song by Marcy distinguished by its refreshing guitar sound and a melody that resonates deep in the heart.
Delivered with warm vocals, its positive message gently encourages anyone standing at a crossroads in life.
Imbued with the resolve to cherish your true self and move forward step by step, the track was released digitally in March 2023.
With exhilarating, fast-paced sounds, it drew attention as a motivational song written specifically for Pocari Sweat’s web movie “Our Now.” It’s a perfect song for you who are about to take a new step under the cheerful spring skies.
DOWN TOWNShugā Beibu
Are you familiar with Sugar Babe, the legendary band that heralded the dawn of city pop and featured Tatsuro Yamashita and Taeko Onuki? This song perfectly captures that heart‑pounding exhilaration of heading out into the city for the weekend.
Its lyrical world, which conjures up glittering urban nights, is colored by a funky clavinet, intricately interwoven guitars, and beautiful choral work.
Released as a single from their sole album, SONGS, in April 1975, the track has been loved across generations: EPO’s cover was used as the ending theme for the TV show “Oretachi Hyōkin-zoku,” and Maaya Sakamoto’s cover served as the theme song for the anime “And Yet the Town Moves.” Nearly 50 years after its release, in April 2025, it made its first-ever entry into the Oricon Weekly Singles Top 10.
It’s a timelessly radiant tune—perfect for a weekend drive or as the soundtrack to a slightly special night.