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 Songs with Titles Starting with 'Da' [Dai-○○, Diamond, etc.] (181–190)
A Letter I Can’t SendV6
At the end of summer, do you ever find yourself suddenly revisited by bittersweet memories of your youth? Released in August 2001, this V6 song is a gem of a ballad that perfectly accompanies that sentimental mood.
The pain of the protagonist—burdened by unspoken feelings and powerless to do anything—is vividly portrayed through Yoshihiko Inohara’s sensual vocals and the wistful melody.
Created as the theme song for the drama Neverland, starring Ken Miyake, the track reached No.
1 on the Oricon charts.
It’s a song that gently embraces the hearts of those who feel frustrated by their inability to express their true feelings.
Dancing☆Samuraimathru
A signature track by mathru that boldly fuses a Japanese aesthetic with a dance beat.
Gakupo Kamui’s powerful, resonant vocals blend perfectly with the humor-filled world of the song.
Its highly addictive melody that sticks in your head after a single listen and its edgy word choices are just some of its many charms.
Released as a video in July 2008, it quickly gained popularity and became one of the works that shaped the early days of the Vocaloid scene.
Many listeners will likely be reminded of that era when they hear it.
Dancing All Nightmonta & burazāzu
Their husky, soulful vocals will send shivers down your spine! Monta & Brothers is a legendary band that took Japan by storm in the 1980s, led by frontman Yoshinori Monta.
Their sound, rooted in rock and R&B while embracing the catchiness of kayōkyoku (Japanese pop), is seriously cool.
Their 1980 smash hit “Dancing All Night” won the Gold Prize at the 22nd Japan Record Awards and earned them a spot on that year’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
Their duet with Junko Ohashi, “Natsu Onna Sonia,” also made waves as a cosmetics commercial song, showcasing their wide-ranging impact.
If you want to feel the fiery vocals and tight band groove that embody Japan’s funky soul, this is a band you absolutely must hear!
In time for the danceOmoide Yarō A Chīmu
A soul band that brings a laid-back groove to funk up your everyday life! Omoide Yaro A Team was formed in 2009 by a group of art school friends.
Centered on soul and funk while weaving in a variety of genres, they steadily built a following and released their first album, “WEEKEND SOUL BAND,” in 2015.
In 2019, they gained widespread recognition after creating the opening theme for a popular TV drama.
They also make their shows welcoming for everyone by incorporating sign language interpreters—another part of their appeal.
Their warm, feel-good music naturally gets your heart and body moving, making it perfect for anyone looking for a gentle soundtrack to accompany everyday life.
But IGesu no Kiwami Otome.
The music of Gesu no Kiwami Otome brims with surging passion and a deep belief in music itself.
This track was included on the single “Do a Grotesque Kiss on Me / Asobi,” released in August 2014.
While the A-side is well known as a TV drama theme song, this song has recently gained popularity as the soundtrack for dance videos on TikTok.
If you listen to it while you’re immersed in something, its emotional sense of speed will surely give you strength.
The choreography uses simple hand movements, so it’s easy to try.
In time for the danceKoizumi Kyoko & Nakai Kiichi
How about some heartwarming sweet soul that helps you face forward no matter the day? It’s a duet song by Kyoko Koizumi and Kiichi Nakai—their first together in 11 years.
It was chosen as the ending theme for the Fuji TV drama “Zoku Zoku Saigo kara Nibanme no Koi” (The Second to Last Love: Continued, Continued).
The original is by Omoide Yarō A Team, and the urban arrangement adorned with brass and strings feels so good.
The gentle back-and-forth of their vocals and the lyrical world that says hope isn’t lost even after a terrible day are wonderful, too.
It’s the quintessential grown-up duet—wrapped in a comforting sense of assurance.
Perfect for two people who want to enjoy warm harmonies.
Song of the Greater East Asia Decisive Battlekaigun gungakutai
This is a passionate brass band piece reminiscent of a wartime national anime.
The powerful performance by the Navy Band is arranged in a march style that combines dignity and grandeur.
The work was released simultaneously by Nippon Columbia and Victor Records in March 1942, and a promotional film was also produced.
The film features top-tier actors, including kabuki performers Ennosuke Ichikawa, Yaōzō Ichikawa, and Danshirō Ichikawa, and even includes choreographed dance scenes.
Numerous wind band arrangements exist, making it well-suited for performances by choirs and brass bands.
It’s a must-listen for those who want to experience a commanding wind ensemble sound that evokes a sense of national history.