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 that start with “I.” Classic tracks beginning with “I” (101–110)
Hated by life.25 ji, naitokōdo de. × Hatsune Miku
The earnest message that pierces the heart and the beautiful piano melody are striking.
It’s a piece written and composed by Kanzaki Iori, with Niigo’s cover version implemented in 2020.
The double-standard feelings of thinking you yourself have no value, yet wishing dearly for someone important to keep living—these resonate with the song’s narrative and profound themes, and surely moved many listeners.
If you savor each word as you sing, you’ll be able to fully immerse yourself in the world of the song.
Imaginary Reloadjin
This track is the second song on the third album Mekakucity Reload, released in November 2018.
Described by Jin as having “the highest offensive power to date,” it features a strikingly fast-paced band ensemble that unfolds at breakneck speed.
Riding a beat peppered with slap bass and brass-like phrases, the lyrics champion a stance of laughing off everyday failures and forging ahead.
It’s an energetic rock tune that unleashes moratorium emotions wavering between reality and ideal.
Still in YokohamaKadamatsu Miyuki
Miyuki Kadomatsu is an enka singer from Odawara, Kanagawa Prefecture.
She discovered enka at the age of two after seeing Saburo Kitajima’s show, and at sixteen she passed the audition program “Uta Sta!!,” becoming a disciple of Ryunosuke Fuji.
After a long apprenticeship of about ten years, she achieved her long-awaited major debut in 2019 with the single “Michinoku Bōkyō Uta.” Her greatest appeal is, above all, her powerful, expansive voice.
The rich, robust mid-to-low register—unexpected from her petite frame—and her soaring, sky-piercing high notes are truly breathtaking.
If you want to enjoy authentic enka infused with a modern sensibility, be sure to check her out.
Earbuds and a chorus of cicadasOrangestar
This is a summer classic that became a breakthrough for Orangestar, released on Niconico in July 2014.
IA’s clear, translucent vocals and an arrangement that weaves in ambient sounds like cicadas and wind chimes leave a strong impression.
Through imagery of summer sunlight and heat haze, the lyrics portray a resolve to move forward rather than run from pain and regret.
It’s the perfect song for those moments when you feel the bittersweetness of summer.
IN THE MOONLIGHTShelly
On a night bathed in moonlight, spending a secret moment for just the two of us… I can’t help but long for such a romantic situation.
This is a track by Shelly, a band based in Kokura, Kitakyushu, included on their third maxi single released in April 2020.
The slap bass over a comfortable shuffle beat and a sound that carries the fiery spirit of Mentai rock are irresistible.
And the bold, take-charge approach in vocalist Kyoji Akiyama’s singing—trying to color the other person in his own hues—makes my heart skip a beat.
Songs whose titles start with “I”. Masterpieces that begin with “I” (111–120)
1 minute 1 secondGarakuta
This track distills the essence of Garakuta, a rock band from Nagoya.
As the title suggests, it runs for about one minute—a burst of impulsive energy.
The lyrics convey feelings for someone they love, vividly capturing the urgency of romance.
Paired with an unpretentious sound arrangement, it’s truly stirring.
It appears as the first track on the EP “I Hope It Reaches You,” released in May 2023.
Perfect for when you want a quick boost of excitement!
Ready, set, go!Project Lumina
A great song for anyone who wants to try fast-paced Vocaloid guitar rock is Project Lumina’s “Issē no!” The guitar part is mainly strumming and easy to learn, and the bass and drums provide solid stability.
It also ranked high (20th) in the Winter 2025 VocaColle, and the music video—which depicts the protagonist taking off running in sync with the song’s build—drew a lot of attention.
The scenes of facing a loved one’s sorrow combined with a sound that stirs courage create an energetic impression.
It’s a Vocaloid rock number that lets you convey growing intensity and emotion through sound while expressing the friendship and passion among bandmates.
