Songs with titles starting with “E” [Great for karaoke and shiritori, too!]
When you hear “songs with titles that start with E,” what tracks come to mind?
It’s not always easy to think of them right away, is it?
After doing some research, I found many signature songs by artists and timeless classics beloved by fans for years.
From words like “eternity” and “smile” to memorable English phrases, there’s a wide range to explore!
In this article, I’ll carefully select and introduce songs with titles that start with E.
Feel free to use this as a reference not only when you’re wondering, “What songs start with E?” but also as a starting point for shiritori or picking songs for karaoke.
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Songs with titles starting with “E” [Great for karaoke & shiritori!] (431–440)
Et ceteraŌba Kumiko
Drawing from her experience overcoming panic disorder, singer Kumiko Ōba now also works as a psychological counselor.
Her EP Etcetera, released on June 5, 1978, lifts your spirits with its striking guitar riff intro and an ensemble featuring a brass section.
The lyrics evoke the feeling of being unable to take that first step toward someone you like, hinting that a graduation ceremony might become an even more special day.
It’s a catchy pop tune whose funky arrangement still sounds fresh today.
Esashi: Oiwake, Town of WindŌkawa Eisaku
Eisaku Okawa is an enka singer born in 1948.
His career began with his 1969 debut, “Men-nai Chidori,” and he went on to produce numerous hits, including his signature song “Sazanka no Yado.” “Esashi · Oiwake · Kaze no Machi” is one of Okawa’s hallmark works, themed around Oiwake in Hokkaido.
The song delicately yet powerfully conveys the poignant emotions of mourning a lost love, resonating deeply with listeners.
Written and composed by Minoru Endo, the piece is distinguished by lyrics that reflect the region’s unique sentiment.
Combined with Okawa’s warm, rich vocals, it continues to captivate many fans.
This song touches the heart in any situation and is recommended not only for enka enthusiasts but for anyone interested in Japan’s landscape and history.
EgoistŌnuma Paseri
For those who love dark worldbuilding, I especially recommend “Egoist.” This piece was released by Paseri Onuma in 2018.
The first thing that catches your ear is a low voice whispering the title phrase.
Then, in a sharp turn, the singing shifts to a rhythmic, high-pitched delivery.
In the latter half, a death growl cues a key change, and low-register vocals begin.
This brilliant structure is likely one reason it’s so widely praised.
If you also look up the meanings of the words that appear, you’ll be able to immerse yourself even more deeply in its world.
A BOYOhtaki Yuko
In July 1979, the debut single released by a young Yuko Otaki stood out for its synth-pop style that fused electronic and pop elements.
The lyrics were written by Tokiko Miura, with composition and arrangement by Tsugutoshi Goto, firmly capturing the trend of the time when synth-pop was on the rise.
The song’s lyrics depict pure youthful romance, impressively expressing a gentle longing from a woman’s perspective who nostalgically reflects on a past love—wondering, “What if we had met in our boyhood days?” The track is also included on the simultaneously released album Million Kiss, which showcases a refined pop sound.
Toward an eternal dreamDaikoku Maki
Maki Ohguro’s ninth single, “Eien no Yume ni Mukatte,” which debuted at No.
1 and also peaked at No.
1 on the Oricon charts, is an energetic song that portrays a fiery spirit of pursuing one’s dreams.
Just listening to the striking roughly 1-minute-20-second intro draws you right into the world of the song.
If you let yourself dive in while that adrenaline-boosting intro plays, you might find that, despite its high difficulty, you can actually ride the momentum and sing it surprisingly well.
Try singing it with the mindset of using your energy and excitement to make up for the technical challenges!
END THEMETenmon
“END THEME,” which plays over the end credits.
A majestic piece performed entirely on piano.
Filled with gentleness, beauty, wistfulness, and sorrow, it’s the perfect track to conclude the film 5 Centimeters per Second.
Two people who, due to a certain turn of events, have been separated.
Though they still think of each other somewhere in their hearts, the song captures the emotional shifts of growing up as days pass without meeting.
It’s a piece that lets you sink into the film’s story and your own feelings as you watch the end credits roll.
Songs with Titles Starting with “E” [Great for Karaoke & Shiritori!] (441–450)
Sleeping in EchigoKobayashi Sachiko
This song, Sleeping in Echigo, created by the renowned duo Rei Nakanishi and Takashi Toshimi, is a single released by Sachiko Kobayashi in 2014.
With its grand strings, dramatic sound, and standout combination of Kobayashi’s beautiful vocals and melody, it’s a masterpiece that demands expressive power more than technique—so, to be honest, it’s difficult to sing it as masterfully as Kobayashi does.
That said, the song’s structure itself is simple, and the characteristic enka-style kobushi and vibrato are kept restrained, making it a relatively approachable piece for those who are just starting to sing enka.
