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 that start with “I.” Great tracks beginning with “I” (11–20)
It’s just a burning memoryNEW!The Caretaker
Shrouded in an indefinable sense of anxiety, this work exudes an ominous atmosphere.
Created by the solo project The Caretaker, it opens the album “Everywhere at the end of time,” which was released in September 2016.
Known for spreading online through videos and drawing widespread attention, the track builds on vintage dance music, with noise and worn, scratchy timbres expressing a unique blend of terror and beauty, as if memories are decaying.
It’s recommended for those who want to immerse themselves in the eerie world lurking beneath a gentle melody, or who wish to experience a cool, out-of-the-ordinary mood.
ElevensNEW!Porisupikaderī
This is a song by Police Piccadilly that delicately portrays the anxiety and resolve behind a glittering stage.
Released in May 2025, it was implemented as a newly written track for the in-game unit MORE MORE JUMP! in the game “Project Sekai Colorful Stage! feat.
Hatsune Miku.” Themes of sincerity and inner strength resound atop a refined electropop sound.
It’s perfect BGM for quietly firming your resolve or reflecting on yourself under the June sky.
EtherNEW!Ave Mujica
A track that lets you feel as if you’re being drawn into a vast dark-fantasy world.
The lyrics are by Diggy-MO’, and the music was composed by Daisuke Hasegawa and Diggy-MO’.
Its appeal lies in a sound that is maximally grand, as if wrapped in light.
The conceptual choice of words blends brilliantly with the weighty band sound.
After its release in August 2024, it was included as a key piece closing out the mini-album “ELEMENTS.” While there are no individual tie-ins with TV or film, it plays a major role as the culmination of a five-month consecutive project.
It’s been crafted to be perfect for those moments when you want to step away from the everyday and immerse yourself in a mystical atmosphere, or when you want to heighten your emotions.
Imprisoned XIINEW!Ave Mujica
This piece is notable for its beautiful acoustic guitar resonance.
In stark contrast to the fierce sound Ave Mujica usually delivers, it’s crafted as a mid-tempo number where a lyrical melodic line and a decadent theme blend together magnificently.
The work’s quiet tension and its exquisitely aesthetic worldbuilding are, in a word, breathtaking.
It was released in March 2025 and adorned the story as an insert song in episode 10 of the TV anime “BanG Dream! Ave Mujica.” It was later included on the album “Completeness” as well as the classic “Ave Música.” It’s a highly recommended track for those who want to immerse themselves in deep emotion alone on a quiet night.
My Dear EllieNEW!Sazan Ōrusutāzu
This is the third single by Southern All Stars, a signature ballad released in March 1979.
Marking a sharp turn from their previously cheerful, high-energy image, this work showcased the band’s true prowess through its emotionally rich melody and lyrics.
The words portray the delicate fluctuations of romance—anxieties about a relationship growing cold and feelings that cannot be spoken—while Keisuke Kuwata’s tenacious vocals heighten the sense of yearning.
Long beloved as the theme song for the TBS drama “Fuzoroi no Ringo-tachi,” it has continued to be cherished across generations.
With its full-bodied sound incorporating strings and horns, it stands as an ideal model of a band ballad in the Showa-era pop scene.
The beautiful melody that sings of pure, heartfelt love still delivers a fresh thrill and moving impact even today.
Life is short, maidens, fall in love.NEW!kuriipuhaipe
Packed with CreepHyp’s primal impulse and literary sensibility, this work dates back to their indie days in 2008 and was included on their major-label debut album, “I Thought I’d Be Loved for the Rest of My Life Until I Die,” released in April 2012.
Sekai-kan Ozaki’s sharp, visceral word choices intertwine with his theatrical vocal delivery to vividly portray emotions like impatience and self-loathing.
The project also expanded into visual expression through collaborations such as a short film directed by Daigo Matsui.
With its cool alternative rock texture, it’s a perfect track for giving your Instagram profile a stylish touch.
Songs whose titles start with “I.” Masterpieces that begin with “I” (21–30)
The Dog and the Stupid CatNEW!sekando bakka
Second Backer, a rock duo that has amassed tremendous support from the younger generation through social media, released their single “Dog and Dumb Cat” in July 2025.
The song sets feelings for a loved one and the heartache of missed connections to a poppy, catchy band sound.
The lyrics, packed with a down-to-earth view of love, are sure to tug tightly at listeners’ hearts.
On TikTok, videos featuring an elbow-jab move became a hot topic and were widely shared by many influencers.
The track is also included on the EP “All the Things I Couldn’t Say.” released in August of the same year, and if you sing it gently in front of the woman you’re interested in, your clumsy yet straightforward feelings are sure to get through.
Be sure to add it to your karaoke repertoire.