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 whose titles start with “I.” Masterpieces that begin with “I” (91–100)
I can’t sayRyokushokushakai
Ryuokushaka, affectionately known as “Ryokushaka,” is a band beloved by a wide audience for their emotionally rich sound that fits seamlessly into everyday life.
Written specifically as an insert song for ABEMA’s romance show Today, I Fell in Love: Summer Break 2024 in July 2024, this track unfolds dramatically, building heat from a quiet piano intro.
Many listeners will likely relate to the lyrics, which delicately capture the fear of confessing your feelings and risking a friendship.
If you pour those aching, unrequited emotions into the mic and sing them out, the weight on your heart is sure to lift.
IKAROSKing Gnu
IKAROS by King Gnu, a song driven by an indie-style melody that sparked a boom from 2022 to 2023.
While its very relaxed tempo and expansive falsetto and mixed voice are striking, the truly challenging aspect of this piece actually lies in the low notes.
The highest note is hi C#—not extraordinarily high—but partway through the song, low-note phrases suddenly appear.
The lowest note there is low C#, which is quite difficult even for the average male singer, so it’s fair to say this song ranks at S-class difficulty.
INAZMANOMELON NOLEMON
It’s a signature song by the unit with lyrics and composition by Tsumiki and vocals by Miki Maria, released as a single on August 13, 2021.
It features a sharp, edgy rock sound and lyrics themed around lightning-like impact, and it’s also a fan favorite at live shows.
I love the rock vibe and lyrics of “INAZMA,” and I often sing it at karaoke! Because the tempo is fast, if you’re not used to the song you might struggle with breath timing and feel like you’re getting left behind, and the many onomatopoeic lines can trip up your tongue.
It’s best to get comfortable with the tempo before trying it at karaoke! Also, since it goes quite high, singing with a bit of extra energy helps your voice carry better—highly recommended!
Invisible SensationUNISON SQUARE GARDEN
A quintessentially challenging song by UNISON SQUARE GARDEN, characterized by a wide vocal range and a sense of speed.
The overall range spans F3 to C5, fitting the typical UNISON range.
Since it’s an anime opening, it starts right from the chorus and maintains a high level of intensity throughout.
When singing it, rhythm and breath management are the most important points.
Also, because there are fast passages and sections with lots of words even in the chorus, the trick is to avoid enunciating too sharply.
If you struggle with high notes, focus on diaphragmatic breathing and core engagement; you should gradually be able to hit higher notes.
It requires repeated practice, so don’t get discouraged and keep at it!
It will clear up someday.Amerika min’yō kenkyūkai
A piece by Haniwa from the American Folk Song Research Society, released in November 2025.
It’s a work where spoken narration by Soyogi Bon and Kasa Tanaka from VoiSona Talk coexists with vocals by Chifuyu Hanakuma.
Over a track with hints of electronica, it weaves delicate emotions that gaze up at a sky not yet clear, believing in the light that will one day arrive.
From its multilayered vocal resonances, you can feel a certain warmth within solitude.
Perfect for when you want to immerse yourself deeply in a musical world.
A lifetime’s worth of love lettersUsotsuki
Usotsuki, who deliver down-to-earth music as a “royal-road uta-mono band,” included this song as the title track on their mini album “Isshobun no Love Letter,” released in July 2016.
If love has an expiration date, then you can fall in love over and over and tell your feelings each time.
Written with that reversal of perspective, this message of a lifelong vow makes it a perfect song for special moments like proposals and weddings.
The music video features actor Ikkei Watanabe and became a hot topic for its moving, drama-style story.
It’s a warm, heart-stirring love song that reminds you of the happiness of meeting someone special and growing old together.
excuseSha ran Q
One of Sharam Q’s biggest hit singles and a signature song.
Its lyrics portray the miscommunication and lingering feelings in romance with both humor and poignancy, resonating strongly with young people at the time.
Singing Sharam Q at karaoke inevitably gets everyone hyped! Tsunku’s distinctive slightly nasal tone really sets the mood.
If you’re not used to a nasal delivery, it can throw off your pitch, so I recommend not overthinking it and projecting your voice firmly.
Especially in the chorus, singing out strongly adds contrast and makes the song sound cooler overall!