Songs whose titles start with 'I'. Masterpieces that begin with 'I'.
I’m going to introduce songs with titles that start with “i” (the Japanese syllable pronounced ee)!
When you think of “i,” words like ichigo (strawberry), iruka (dolphin), and iro (color) come to mind, so it’s not a particularly tricky letter even in shiritori, right?
But what about when it comes to song titles?
Actually, there are plenty of songs whose titles start with “i”!
In this article, I’ve gathered a variety of Japanese songs—both old and new—whose titles begin with “i.”
You might even find some you listen to regularly.
Feel free to use this as a reference when playing song-title shiritori and the like!
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Songs with titles starting with 'I': Masterpieces that begin with 'I' (81–90)
Naughty Sun (Reiwa ver.)ORANGE RANGE
ORANGE RANGE is a rock band based in Okinawa known for numerous hits like Shanghai Honey and Hana.
This self-remake reimagines their 17th single, originally released in July 2007, through a Reiwa-era lens, updating the sound while preserving the summer exhilaration and pop sensibility.
The original became a massive hit as the opening theme for the TV drama Hanazakari no Kimitachi e ~Ikemen Paradise~, reaching No.
3 on the Oricon weekly chart and becoming a staple summer anthem.
With call-and-response vocals by the three singers and a catchy melody, it’s guaranteed to get everyone fired up when sung together at karaoke.
It’s a perfect uptempo track for moments when you want a sense of unity across the whole venue, like at school festivals or wedding after-parties.
Always keep your dreamsHashi Yukio, Yoshinaga Sayuri
When it comes to duet songs that colored the youth of the Showa era, many people probably think of “Itsudemo Yume wo” sung by Yukio Hashi and Sayuri Yoshinaga.
Released in 1962, this song carries a positive message: keep a dream in your heart no matter what.
Its gently conversational melody warms the heart even in the cold season.
The song won the Japan Record Award the same year, and the following year it was chosen as the entrance march for the National High School Baseball Championship.
It was memorably featured in the 2013 NHK morning drama Amachan, and it continues to be loved across generations.
At New Year’s parties, if a man and woman pair up to sing it as a duet, smiles naturally spread.
Add some handclaps and sing it with hope for the year ahead.
E1evat0rShikufoni
This is a track released in December 2025 by the 2.5D talent group, Ciqufony.
The lyrics were written by member Hima72, who uses distinctive word choices to portray wavering self-identity and psychological instability.
Heavy, claustrophobic sound design fuses with vocals that feel like an emotional outburst, making you feel, true to the title, as if you’re trapped in an elevator.
Immerse yourself in its dark world.
Someday Merry ChristmasB’z
A signature Christmas ballad by B’z that beautifully portrays a bittersweet love story.
The overall vocal range is E3–A4, which is relatively calm for B’z and makes it easier to sing.
To score high at karaoke, the key points are dynamic contrast from the quiet verse into the chorus and stable control of the high notes.
When the chorus hits, the full band sound kicks in and the tempo tends to feel like it’s rushing, so it’s important to sing carefully.
There’s a brief pitch lift in the final chorus that’s crucial—don’t overthink it; just lightly match the pitch bar! Using your hand to gently flick upward as you sing may help you hit it cleanly.
I’m frustrated!jin
This is the perfect party tune for anyone who wants to blow away their mental haze with music! Composed by Jin and released in December 2024, it delivers a cathartic theme of unleashing all the pent-up frustration of everyday life over a poppy, catchy sound.
Plus, the way Kasane Teto’s vocals belt out anger is incredibly addictive.
Give it a listen when you want to vent your daily stress!
Reincarnate nownakiso
You might find yourself overwhelmed by a world that’s both cute and unsettling.
This piece by Vocaloid producer Nakiso was released in August 2025.
It’s a story of maddening love, depicted through the theme of reincarnation.
Before you know it, you’re drawn into the fear lurking beneath its poppy vibe.
The stylish animated music video is another highlight.
It’s a uniquely atmospheric track I’d recommend when you’re craving an out-of-the-ordinary thrill.
Songs whose titles start with “I.” Masterpieces that begin with “I” (91–100)
Song of LifeSakushi: Miyabi / Sakkyoku: Muramatsu Takatsugu
A heartwarming ballad themed around gratitude for being alive and the preciousness of life.
Miyabi—Mariya Takeuchi—penned gentle, conversational lyrics that touch our hearts, reminding us how precious those ordinary moments spent with family and friends truly are.
Released as a single by Mana Kana in February 2009, the song was composed by Takatsugu Muramatsu and became beloved as an insert song in the NHK morning drama “Dandan.” In January 2012, Takeuchi recorded a self-cover, which was also used as the theme song for the NHK docudrama “Pioneers.” Its message, carried by a beautiful melody, is perfect for graduation ceremonies to express gratitude to parents and teachers who raised us.
Through choral singing, it becomes a moving piece that helps children feel the value of their own lives.