Songs with titles that start with 'Ke'
When you hear “songs with titles that start with ‘Ke’ (け),” what tracks come to mind?
It’s not always easy to think of any off the top of your head, right?
Even after doing some research, I got the impression they’re surprisingly hard to find—but I did come across some surefire hits, timeless favorites, and hidden gems.
In this article, I’ll carefully select and introduce songs whose titles start with “Ke” (け)!
Feel free to use this as a reference when you’re wondering which songs start with “Ke” (け), or as a starting point for choosing tracks at karaoke.
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Songs with titles starting with 'Ke' (241–250)
Keiko’s Dream Opens at NightFuji Keiko
Known as one of Keiko Fuji’s signature songs, this piece is a classic that made a profound impact on the Showa-era pop scene.
With a voice both heartrending and powerful, it gives voice to sorrow and despair—resonating deeply with many listeners in light of the social climate of the time.
Upon its release in April 1970, it topped the Oricon singles chart for 10 consecutive weeks.
That same year, it won the Popularity Award at the Japan Record Awards, and Fuji made her first appearance on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
The song is distinguished by lyrics that vividly portray the emotions of people living in the night city, making it a track that speaks deeply to anyone struggling with life.
experienceHenmi Mari
Mari Henmi was born in Zushi, Kanagawa Prefecture, and spent many of her early years in Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture.
She is of mixed heritage, with a Spanish-American father and a Japanese mother.
She studied ballet in childhood and reportedly dreamed of becoming a ballerina while in elementary school.
She made her singing debut in 1960 and drew attention as a sexy kayō (pop) singer with her second single, “Keiken” (Experience).
Kenzen Robo DaimidalerEndō-kai
You might be fooled by the energy and how cool the melody is, but it’s still a song sprinkled with dirty jokes.
It’s probably fine to listen to, but if you sing it, people might give you weird looks—it’s a gloriously dumb (and I mean that as a compliment!) track.
As the name “Endo-kai” suggests, Masaki Endo from JAM Project is one of the members singing it.
makeupAoki Miho
Mihoko Aoki is an enka singer who energetically performs overseas, including in Hawaii and Malaysia.
Her debut as a singer is a bit unusual.
She was a member of Hiroshi Itsuki’s fan club, and when she sang at a karaoke contest held at a fan gathering, she was reportedly scouted by Hiroshi Itsuki himself.
Her song Yume Ichirin, composed by Itsuki, became a hit, and Kesho, composed by Takao Horiuchi, was also a hit.
Just when it seemed everything was going smoothly, she was suddenly struck by an illness.
But don’t worry—nine years later, Aoki returned to the stage like a phoenix.
We simply can’t take our eyes off her ongoing success.
genealogyTakada Wataru
When you hear the word “genealogy,” you might imagine some complicated family tree, but this is a lyric that gently conveys what it means to be a parent and how precious they are.
Also, Takada-san’s singing—who was active as a folk singer—beautifully evokes the atmosphere of the era.
Rights-Bought GirlUtsu P
Vocaloid producer Utsu-P delivers rock sounds infused with loud and screamo to listeners.
Among his tracks, one that especially resonates with gloomy moods is “Purchased-Rights Girl,” produced in 2022.
Its passionate band sound, unfolding with a modern flair, leaves a strong impression.
It carries a powerful message from a woman living in a glamorous world.
It’s a number where you can fully savor Seikai’s singing—both cute and strong.
Give this energetic rock tune a listen; it wraps up feelings of loneliness and anxiety.
CageOnitsuka Chihiro
This is their third single, released in 2000.
The lyrics are striking for their portrayal of unstable emotions: the intense anxiety that strikes when you’re alone, and the way you cling to good memories from the past as if to fill a missing piece in your heart.
The up-tempo sound, featuring a light, airy piano tone, is also memorable.
In contrast to the dark mood of the lyrics, it seems to express a restless urge to escape from the present place and emotions that waver without settling.
