Songs with titles starting with 'Ka'
When you hear “songs with titles that start with ‘Ka’,” what comes to mind?
It’s not always easy to think of them right away, is it?
But after doing some research, there are actually quite a lot—and many of them are hit songs that defined their eras.
I think you’ll have a great time with a mix of trending buzz tracks and timeless classics!
In this article, I’ll carefully select and introduce songs whose titles start with “Ka.”
Feel free to use this as a reference not only when you’re curious about what songs start with “Ka,” but also as a starting point for picking tracks at karaoke.
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Songs with titles starting with 'Ka' (481–490)
her boyfriendMakihara Noriyuki
The world of unrequited love that Noriyuki Makihara depicts resonates with everyone’s hearts.
The protagonist’s complex feelings after falling for a friend’s lover come through in his warm, gentle vocals.
Released in April 1993, this song reached No.
4 on the Oricon weekly chart and drew empathy from many listeners.
It’s a perfect track for anyone torn between friendship and romance.
You’ll surely be moved by the protagonist, who tries to protect a precious friendship while carrying a bittersweet love.
previous-generation modelaruku hito
A sense of being left behind by society, the anxiety of falling out of step with the times… This work gently embraces the complex feelings that everyone living today carries.
Created by Aruku Hito, it was released in February 2025 and ranked 25th in the Bocabole 2025 Winter TOP 100.
The delicate piano melodies blend with airy synths to create a fantastical world.
Miku’s voice is also soft and soothing.
It’s perfect for a quiet night, when you’re lost in thought—give it a listen.
KatsurahamaMizumori Kaori
Kaori Mizumori’s masterpiece “Katsurahama” is notable for its melody brimming with pathos.
While many of Mizumori’s heartbreak songs tend to have a bright feel, this piece maintains a wistful mood from beginning to end.
Songs of this type often feature strong dynamic contrast to fully convey emotion; however, because the tempo is slow, they remain relatively easy to sing despite the wide pitch fluctuations.
True to form, this song shares those traits, and its vocal line is crafted to be easy to sing throughout, making it approachable even for those who aren’t fond of enka.
Love Song of Kaze no BonIshikawa Sayuri
This is a classic released in 1989, in which Sayuri Ishikawa, a grand dame of enka, delivers Ryo Nakanishi’s lyrics—based on Osamu Takahashi’s novel “Kazeno-Bon Koika (The Love Song of the Owara Kaze-no-Bon)”—with a gentle, heartfelt touch.
It’s also a so-called regional song, and it was highly acclaimed, winning the 31st Japan Record Award that same year.
Although the lyrics revolve around the theme of an extramarital affair, Nakanishi’s choice of words is delicate and beautiful, and Ishikawa’s singing avoids any sense of murky melodrama—truly superb.
It’s true that a song like this demands advanced expressive ability, but the enka-style vocal ornaments and vibrato are relatively restrained, so even those who aren’t confident in such techniques should give it a try.
Overall, the key is on the higher side, but the vocal range required is relatively average; if you struggle with high notes, consider adjusting the key.
A seagull is a seagull.Naoko Ken
A masterpiece that captures the wavering feelings between love and freedom, expressed through Naoko Ken’s soaring vocals.
Through the image of a seagull, it skillfully portrays the mindset of a woman choosing an unbound way of life.
The complex emotions—seeking freedom yet feeling loneliness—resonate deeply.
Released as a single in March 1978 and also included on the album “Like a Seagull.” Highly recommended for those burdened with deep worries or standing at a crossroads in life.
As you listen to Naoko Ken’s voice, why not take a moment to reflect on your own life?
Mother’s Seaside SongFukuda Kouhei
Kouhei Fukuda’s masterpiece “Kaachan no Hama-uta” is distinguished by its subdued vocal line.
With a relaxed tempo and a predominantly minor, mournful melody, it maintains a serious atmosphere throughout.
For a Fukuda song, the pitch movement is not excessively dramatic; while the range is broad, the song rarely feels notably high.
The numerous fine melismatic ornaments require at least intermediate skill, but since it does not demand extraordinary breath capacity, it can be considered relatively easy to sing among Fukuda’s works.
Sad WhistleMisora Hibari
A signature song by Hibari Misora that colored the Showa era.
Sung as if to accompany the hearts of postwar Japanese, this piece portrays the sorrow and heartache of a lost love.
Released in October 1949 as a film’s theme song, it made a powerful impression of Hibari’s appeal as a singer.
Its iconic melody—expressing sadness while whistling—likely resonated with many people.
It is sure to strike a chord with those in their 80s who have experienced parting from someone dear.
Why not listen to this song along with your nostalgic memories?