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 beginning with “I” (1–10)
mischiefNEW!Reiko
Singer-songwriter REIKO captivates with a voice that seems to melt into the bittersweet winter air and a groove steeped in R&B sensibilities.
Released in November 2023 as a holiday gift, this digital single is an exquisitely heartrending medium-tempo ballad that portrays a heart swaying between lingering feelings for a past love and faint hope.
Co-written with producer Matt Cab and others, the track is also included on her first EP, “Debut,” released in December 2024, and showcases her delicate vocal work.
The lyrics convey a palpable pain that’s more than just sweet, making it a song you’ll want to savor on a quiet, solitary night.
A Tagalog version has also been released along with a music video, so take this opportunity to give it a listen.
I don’t need it.NEW!Sakanakushon
This is the first digital single in about a year, released on February 11, 2026.
It was written as the theme song for the drama “Kochira Yobi Jieieiho?!” directed by Koji Kato, and produced with a modern approach different from the previous work “Kaiju.” When singing “Iranai,” the key point is the high notes in the chorus after delivering the verse (A-melo) in a calm, matter-of-fact manner.
If you’re aiming for a perfect 100 in scoring, it’s okay to be slightly off pitch, but ideally you want nearly 100% pitch accuracy.
In the chorus, the melody jumps quickly up to around B4, so picture the note before you sing and hit it without hesitation.
If you nail the very first chorus note, you’ll likely stay stable from there.
dead endNEW!Hoshino Gen
The title “Ikidomari,” written in hiragana, contains multiple nuances and meanings—such as “dead end,” “held breath,” and “life coming to a halt”—and is said to express unfixed emotions and sensations.
It’s the theme song for the film “Hiraba no Tsuki,” released for streaming on November 14, 2025.
With Gen Hoshino’s vocals resonating over a piano accompaniment, it evokes a clean, quiet atmosphere.
The track itself is fairly short at 2 minutes and 47 seconds, and since it’s a gentle ballad, it seems generally easy to sing and the pitch should be easy to hit.
Because the accompaniment is subdued, keeping time might be tricky, but if you firmly mark the rhythm with your hands as you sing, you should be fine!
Songs that start with “I.” Great tracks beginning with “I” (11–20)
If We Were Cousins feat. MomNEW!satō moka
Satomoka’s track carries a bittersweet warmth that seems to melt into the crisp winter air.
Featured on her 2021 album “WOOLLY,” this song was co-created with singer-songwriter Mom, who appears as a guest.
The lyrics capture a complex feeling: if only they were family rather than lovers, their relationship wouldn’t have to change.
It’s striking how the fear of ruining what they have—and thus being unable to take the next step—is sung from both male and female perspectives.
The tune is aching yet heartwarming, evoking a gentleness like warming frozen hands on a ski lift.
If you’re heading to the slopes with someone who’s more than a friend but not quite a lover, why not listen to this song and see if it brings you closer?
single-minded; wholehearted; devoted; earnestKing Gnu
A rock tune bursting with a ferocious sense of speed, as if overwhelming feelings for the other person are exploding.
Daiki Tsuneta’s thrilling beats interlock with Satoru Iguchi’s piercing high notes, instantly bringing listeners’ hearts to a boil.
Written as the theme song for the anime film Jujutsu Kaisen 0 and included on the single released in December 2021, this track portrays a world of resolve and impulse in love, conveying a strength that charges straight ahead without looking aside.
If you want to confess your feelings to someone on Valentine’s Day but can’t quite take that final step, listening to this song will surely give you the immense energy to cut through your hesitation and dash forward!
Yes-manNEW!Niru Kajitsu
This is a super cool piece of VocaRock with stylish shading and a dry groove! It’s by Vocaloid producer Nirukajitsu, known for tracks like “Traffic Jam,” and it was released in June 2020.
The duet by v flower and Hatsune Miku pierces right into emotions steeped in conformity and self-preservation—it’s absolutely gripping! Co-arranged with Nanashi Hachiya, this track is also included on the July 2020 album “SHIMNEY,” where it’s received very high praise from Vocaloid fans.
The venom laced into the lyrics and the explosive power of the repeated chorus lines are incredible! You’ll find yourself wanting to move your body as you listen.
When you’re a bit worn out by the atmosphere of society, why not immerse yourself in this irony-soaked world?
somedayNEW!yuzu
When the weather turns chilly, there’s a heartwarming winter ballad I can’t help but crave.
The sound of the acoustic guitar intertwines with beautiful strings, evoking a quiet warmth like gently falling snow.
The lyrics, which honor the preciousness of simply having someone you love by your side and convey a strong resolve to protect them no matter what, resonate deeply with listeners.
Released as a single in January 1999 and also included on the classic album YUZIEN, this piece was lovingly nurtured since their street-performing days and was also Yuzu’s first release in the maxi-single format.
It’s perfect for quietly immersing yourself on a long winter’s night, or for pouring your heart into it at karaoke!