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 start with 'I' (151–160)
I can’t say it.Gō Hiromi
A ballad you can sing with a moist, mature allure.
Released in 1994, it became a big hit.
The range itself isn’t very high; if you can firmly nail the G4 in the chorus as an accent, you’ll be in good shape.
Since it’s a relaxed song, it’s easy to rack up points with pitch accuracy, long tones, and vibrato, so you need to take solid breaths and project your voice.
The structure builds clearly from verse (A) → pre-chorus (B) → chorus.
Deliver the A section in a spoken, narrative style, gradually raise the tension in the B section toward the chorus, and then let your emotions burst in the chorus!
Impulsenejishiki
A high-velocity rock track where impatience and resolve collide.
Produced by Vocaloid creator Nejishiki, the piece premiered in December 2025.
It’s the Vocaloid version of an original song written for VTuber Aitsuki Slip, featuring VoiSona’s Kiryune on vocals.
While hurling sharp words at self-denial and the frustrations of peer pressure, it sings of a determination to ignore others’ voices and single-mindedly aim for what one truly wants.
From its cool soundscape emanates a chilling anger and an unextinguished tenacity you can practically feel.
Live, brilliantlyikimonogakari
Ikimonogakari’s “Ikite, Sansan” was written as the opening theme for the sixth season of the TV anime Kingdom, set in China’s Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods.
The song was written and composed by Yoshiki Mizuno and arranged by Masanori Shimada.
Created around the theme of celebrating the act of living earnestly, it features an impressively grand sound brimming with speed and dynamism.
It’s an anime song to listen to when you need the courage to face hardships.
Rose of thornsTogenashi Togeari
Released in December 2025, this work was written as the ending theme for the theatrical compilation film.
The lyrics, which depict the determination to move forward despite being wounded, strike deeply at the heart.
The emotional sound created by the distorted guitars and powerful rhythm section also delivers a surge of exhilaration in the chorus, as if the view suddenly opens up.
Give it a listen when you want to affirm yourself.
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.
To the most important personTonneruzu
Hurling the suffocating weight of everyday life “upward”—the 19th single released by Tunnels in September 1992 is a song that speaks for those feelings.
With lyrics by Yasushi Akimoto and composition/arrangement by Tsugutoshi Goto, it topped the Oricon weekly chart.
Delivered to living rooms as the ending theme of Fuji TV’s variety show “Tunnels no Minasan no Okage Desu,” the track features lyrics that question society’s rules and prevailing mood from a youth perspective.
Its conversational tone avoids sounding preachy, and the muscular drive of the band sound gives it a presence that transcends the realm of mere comic songs.
A timeless message song that will resonate especially with those who feel a pent-up frustration yet still want to raise their voices.
Songs whose titles start with 'I'. Masterpieces beginning with 'I' (161–170)
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.