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.
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Songs with titles starting with “Fu.” The unique and wide world of “Fu” (451–460)
Hometown is in the heart.Tsukahara Teppei
Tetsuhei Tsukahara, known as an enka singer from Hitoyoshi City in Kumamoto Prefecture, made his major debut in September 2008 with “Otoko no Kinjitō” (A Man’s Monument).
While upholding the traditional enka style, he captivates many fans with songs infused with contemporary sensibilities.
In 1999, he received a Special Award at the Japan Studio Karaoke Grand Prix national competition and won the championship at NHK’s Nodo Jiman Kumamoto contest the same year.
Released in January 2012, “Ore no Furusato” (My Hometown) is a gem that passionately sings of his roots and has left a deep impression on the people of Kumamoto.
Also known as a baseball enthusiast, Tsukahara formed the band “Ebisu Honjin” in 2024 and has been active in various endeavors, including performing the fight song for a professional baseball team in Kumamoto.
He is highly recommended for anyone who wants to be captivated by a voice overflowing with love for his hometown.
Wind HarborŌkawa Eisaku
Since his debut in 1969, Eisaku Ōkawa—the grand master of the enka world—has continued to work energetically even into the Reiwa era.
Beginning with his massive hit Sazanka no Yado, many of you surely have Ōkawa’s masterpieces in your karaoke repertoire.
This time, we’re introducing Kazemina-to, a Heisei-era classic that Ōkawa released in 2007.
Though Ōkawa can deliver any style of enka with overwhelming vocal skill, Kazemina-to is a gem whose overall sound carries a refreshing lightness while exuding an inescapable melancholy—a remarkable warmth and depth that really hits home.
The melody spans a fairly wide range, and performing the classic enka-style kobushi (ornamental bends) without overexertion is no easy task.
I recommend repeatedly listening to the original track and studying details such as where Ōkawa takes his breaths.
FlowerNara shimai
A refreshing, up-tempo rhythm and beautiful harmonies make this track especially memorable.
Its bright, heart-blooming vibe will naturally lift the spirits of anyone who listens.
Released in July 2022, the song was also featured in a commercial for a company based in Akita Prefecture, the hometown of the Nara Sisters, as part of their community-rooted activities.
The music video on YouTube leaves a strong impression with the sisters singing amid lush, natural scenery.
Brimming with positive energy, this piece is perfect when you need a change of pace or a boost.
The Nara Sisters’ YouTube channel also features popular duet covers.
Fist LoveUtada Hikaru
This piece is known as the title track from Hikaru Utada’s debut album.
It’s an R&B-flavored ballad whose poignant lyrics and beautiful melody resonate deeply.
The lyrics delicately portray memories of first love and the pain of parting, striking a chord with many listeners.
It was included on the album First Love, released in March 1999, and was issued as a single in April of the same year.
The song also gained attention as the theme for the TBS drama Majo no Joken (Maki’s Condition/Forbidden Love).
It remains a popular choice for reel video BGM and is a highly recommended track.
Two are oneKobayashi Sachiko
Sachiko Kobayashi, who scored back-to-back hits with “Omoide-zake” and “Tomarigi,” released another single in 1980 that also became a hit: the classic “Futari wa Hitori.” As the title and major-key sound suggest, it’s a “happy enka” song whose charm lies in Kobayashi’s lovingly delivered vocals, singing simple yet beautiful Japanese lyrics.
Although it’s enka, it also has a kayōkyoku flavor, the vibrato is relatively restrained, and it’s approachable even for beginners to the genre.
Be sure to articulate each word clearly, and try singing in a relaxed manner without pushing too hard.
Songs with titles starting with “Fu.” The unique and wide world of “Fu” (461–470)
Adonis (Amur adonis)Kobayashi Sachiko
Fukujusō, with lyrics by Tetsurō Hoshino—who also provided classics like Yuki Tsubaki and Nakase Yagatte Kono Yarō—was released in 1989 as a single by Sachiko Kobayashi and performed that same year on Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
Many people likely still remember Kobayashi appearing in a sumptuous costume themed “Tennyo of the 21st Century.” The song has the atmosphere of a classic, wistful enka number, so anyone who has grasped the basic techniques of enka should be able to sing it without trouble.
True to the genre, the melody frequently moves between low and high notes; especially for beginners, it’s a good idea to create clear contrasts in your delivery as you sing.
Winter-withered ViolaYamauchi Keisuke
With renowned lyricist Goro Matsui on board, Winter-Withered Viola was released in 2011 as the second song commemorating Keisuke Yamauchi’s 10th debut anniversary.
Richly infused with the flavor of Showa-era kayōkyoku, it’s a celebrated masterpiece praised as a new frontier for Yamauchi, who brilliantly conveys lyrics that depict—like a scene from a film—the figure of a man exuding a certain melancholy despite his selfishness.
Built in a pop-style structure known as “two-and-a-half,” it carries a grand atmosphere with refined strings that might seem challenging to sing, yet the melody itself is easy to remember, and anyone familiar with kayōkyoku should be able to manage it well.
For the highlight long notes, practice singing dynamically while being mindful of your breathing points so you don’t run out of breath.