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Songs with titles starting with 'Fu': a unique and wide-ranging world of 'Fu'

From everyday words like “futari” (two of us) and “fuyu” (winter) to many katakana terms like “photo–” and “brother–,” there are plenty of titles that start with the sound fu.

What words come to mind? This article introduces popular songs and easy-to-use titles that begin with fu.

There’s a wide range to choose from, and it’s fairly easy to find unique titles too—so it might be fun to memorize them! Feel free to use this as a reference not only when you’re curious about songs that start with fu, but also as a prompt for picking songs, such as in karaoke shiritori where you connect titles by the last character.

Songs with titles starting with “Fu.” The unique and wide world of “Fu” (441–450)

A Night for Just the Two of Usmakaroni enpitsu

A song depicting the end of a bittersweet love has arrived from Macaroni Enpitsu.

Set to a gentle melody, the lyrics convey the sorrow of a couple’s last night together.

Included on the album “season,” this track features Hattori’s vocals that truly resonate with the heart.

The wish of “forever the two of us” is repeated, expressing a desire to prolong the farewell.

Against the quiet of the night, it portrays the collapse of a world shared by just the two, a story many with romantic experience can relate to.

It’s also an easy song to try at karaoke, so give it a shot!

When I turn around, it’s YokohamaMarushia

Marcia, a third-generation Japanese Brazilian who debuted in Japan, made a spectacular entrance in January 1989 with her single “Furimukeba Yokohama,” which became a major hit, selling over 150,000 copies.

With her powerful voice and glamorous appearance, she quickly drew attention and swept numerous newcomer awards that year, including Best New Artist at the Japan Record Awards.

The following year, she made her first appearance on the NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen, achieving the remarkable feat of performing via a live satellite broadcast from São Paulo.

Beyond her singing career, she has been active as an actress and TV personality, and has received high praise for her work in musicals as well.

She is a recommended artist not only for fans of Japanese kayōkyoku and enka, but also for those interested in cultural exchange between Brazil and Japan.

powder snowRemioromen

A masterpiece that delicately portrays the poignancy of winter.

Though you should be looking up at the same sky nearby, there’s a loneliness in hearts that don’t connect, and yet a pure desire to keep thinking of the other person tightens the chest.

Released in November 2005 and used as an insert song for the Fuji TV drama “1 Litre of Tears,” the piece reached No.

2 on the Oricon charts.

It was also included on the album “HORIZON” and the best-of album “Remio Best,” and was performed at the 60th NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen in 2009.

With lyrics that express a love as beautiful and fleeting as falling snow, and a melody that resonates in the heart, it will gently awaken the bittersweet memories of love that surely everyone has experienced.

Married Couple BoatMikasa Yūko

Yuko Mikasa is known as an enka singer and rōkyoku storyteller from Ehime Prefecture.

She made her debut in 1977, and in 1979 she had a major breakthrough with her “Husband and Wife Trilogy.” Her signature songs have sold a cumulative million copies and even reached No.

25 on the Oricon weekly chart.

In recognition of these achievements, she received the Long Seller Award at the 24th Japan Record Awards.

Mikasa’s appeal lies in her powerful yet delicate voice and the vocal expressiveness forged by her life experiences.

Stories such as how she married before her debut and kept the fact that she had three children under wraps, as well as the strength she showed in overcoming the tragedy of losing her husband in an accident, have endeared her to fans.

Even while battling depression and hepatitis, she has continued to take the stage for rōkyoku performances—her passion shows no sign of fading.

She is recommended not only for enka fans but for anyone seeking songs imbued with the depth of life.

FANTASYNakahara Meiko

A song that portrays rebirth and new beginnings.

Released in 1982, it is included on the album “Cinderella Until 2 O’Clock – FRIDAY MAGIC.” Written and composed by Meiko Nakahara herself, the track was arranged by Hiroshi Shinkawa.

True to Nakahara’s reputation for musical versatility, it’s a pioneering piece that harnesses the accessibility of kayōkyoku while incorporating elements from various genres such as disco, Latin, and synth-pop.

This work is a song that helps you overcome heartbreak and gives you the courage to step into a new romance.

It’s a perfect track for those struggling with love or anyone ready to move forward.

married coupleNakamura Mitsuko

Mitsuko Nakamura “Fuufu” Music Video
married coupleNakamura Mitsuko

Mitsuko Nakamura’s famous song “Fūfu” portrays the love between a married couple.

Its lyrics depict the pure love of partners who have been together for many years, and the piece is characterized by a heartwarming melodic line that matches this theme.

The kobushi ornamentation that appears in the song incorporates a slight Kawachi-ondo flavor, so it uses the hiccup-like technique of flipping the voice.

It’s similar to the style of kobushi used by Sachiko Kobayashi.

Although this piece employs that technique, there are very few instances of kobushi involving pitch changes of more than two notes, so the overall level of difficulty can be considered low.

Francesca’s BellFutaba Akiko

A legendary song that has left its mark on postwar Japanese music history, its gently resonant chimes sink deep into the heart.

Akiko Futaba’s rich vocal expression breathes life into this tragic love story.

Released in June 1948, the piece features lyrics by Kazuo Kikuta and music by Yuji Koseki.

In March 1949, Shochiku produced a film of the same name, which further boosted its popularity.

For those in their eighties, it may be a tune etched in the heart along with fond memories.

With its leisurely tempo, you might enjoy humming along.