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” (1–10)
Kebab DanceNEW!Hayashi Yuu
It’s an irresistibly catchy pop song that makes you want to switch off your brain and start grooving.
Crafted by Yu Hayashi, this track is a comedic number that layers surreal wordplay over a four-on-the-floor dance beat.
Centered on the theme of mixing up things that seem similar but are actually different, it prioritizes the pleasant feel of the sounds over literal meaning, creating a humor-filled world that’s truly appealing.
Originally released in May 2020, it was re-included on the March 2021 album “LOOPER POP.” Years after its release, it resurged on social media with laid-back choreography and drew major attention, even entering the viral charts in January 2026.
It’s the perfect track for a quick laugh and a mood reset, or to hype things up with friends!
crystalNEW!Nakajima Kento
It’s a rousing anthem packed with fiery energy—like the will to move forward and a sense of solidarity—that powerfully pushes listeners from behind.
It weaves together multiple themes: striving for the pinnacle of competition, the steady accumulation of daily effort, and human connection, all delivered through Kento Nakajima’s overwhelmingly expressive vocals that resonate deeply.
The song was premiered ahead of release in January 2026 and included on the album “IDOL1ST,” released in February of the same year.
It was chosen as the official support song for “TEAM JAPAN” at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
The grand melody and Nakajima’s powerful vocals fuse magnificently.
It’s a masterpiece I wholeheartedly recommend to anyone single-mindedly working toward a big goal or seeking the courage to take a first step.
Harbor of SmokeNEW!sekai denryoku
This post-rock number delicately paints a harbor scene under spreading gray clouds and the lingering unease in one’s heart.
It’s a work by Sekai Denryoku, released in February 2025, and included on the album “Looking for a Gift,” which came out in May of the same year.
The rich, guitar-driven sound that sketches an a-sentimental landscape is perfect for the rainy tsuyu season when showers fall gently.
When you want to pause for a moment and face your feelings, give this piece a listen.
Universal Love and Opposition to AggressionNEW!BRAHMAN×Fire EX.
A track that brings together two leaders of the Japanese and Taiwanese rock scenes, radiating cross-border intensity.
It was released in August 2019 as the opening track of the Taiwan-edition select album “Jian Ai Fei Gong ~ Taiwan Special Selection ~.” Within its fierce sound lies a profound message that values equality and upholds a defensive ethical stance.
The vocals—interweaving Japanese, Chinese, and English—carry a persuasive power unique to a band committed to on-the-ground authenticity.
It achieves a sense of unity that makes it hard to believe it was produced in far-flung environments.
Let’s get married.NEW!yoshida takurou
A masterpiece by Takuro Yoshida that transcends the framework of folk music, set to a light melody that portrays young people’s bright, free view of love.
Its warm world, expressing personal, everyday happiness straightforwardly without being bound by heavy circumstances, resonated with many young people at the time.
Released as a single in January 1972, it was taken from the previous year’s album “Ningen Nante” and became a historic, smash hit.
Years later, it continued to be cherished, even serving as a motif for a 2008 film bearing the same title as the song.
This work is perfect for couples dreaming of a future with their loved one.
Why not share that happy feeling by humming it together at karaoke?
Reason for absenceNEW!RiSi
This work masterfully fuses a wide range of genres—pop, techno, and dark ambient among them.
Over its refined 3 minutes and 38 seconds, it deftly portrays a drama of absence: the person who was supposed to arrive never does.
In an acoustic space where propulsive beats intersect with shaded, nuanced resonances, listeners’ imaginations are powerfully and irresistibly stirred.
Recommended for nights when you want to sink into an introspective mood, or when you’re in the mood for club sounds with a narrative edge.
The Path Where Beasts TreadNEW!Shiina Ringo, Miyamoto Hiroji
The world, densely depicting human instincts and hidden impulses, draws you in more and more the more you listen! It’s a lavish collaborative number, irresistible for its heavy orchestral sound and vocals that clash head-on with fierce individuality.
The song is by Ringo Sheena and Hiroji Miyamoto of Elephant Kashimashi.
It was chosen as the theme for Nippon TV’s news program “news zero,” released in October 2018, and later included on the album “Sandokushi.” Rather than aiming for pretty harmonies, wouldn’t it land cooler if you sing by hurling your intensity at each other? It’s a track I highly recommend to anyone who wants to set aside shyness and sing with their whole being to get the crowd going!