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Songs with titles starting with “Ko” [Great for karaoke and shiritori, too!]

There are many song titles that start with “ko,” featuring familiar words like “koi” (love) and “kokoro” (heart).

The range is really broad, but even just branching out from “koi” will lead you to lots of songs!

From era-defining hit tunes and more.

Sometimes nothing comes to mind right away and you want to look some up…!

So we’ve put together a list of song titles that start with “ko,” which might come in handy at such times.

Feel free to use it not only when you’re curious about what songs begin with “ko,” but also as inspiration for shiritori or choosing songs at karaoke.

Songs with titles starting with “Ko” [Great for Karaoke & Shiritori!] (201–210)

Koi-kogaremilet×MAN WITH A MISSION

milet × MAN WITH A MISSION 'Koi Kogare' Music Video (TV anime 'Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba' Swordsmith Village Arc ending theme)
Koi-kogaremilet×MAN WITH A MISSION

Singer-songwriter milet captivates fans with striking lyrics that weave together Japanese and English.

Chosen as the ending theme for the TV anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Swordsmith Village Arc, this track also drew attention for its collaboration with MAN WITH A MISSION, the “wolf band” famed both in Japan and abroad.

Many listeners were surely moved by the lyrics, which portray a single-minded desire to protect someone dear and the resolve to face adversity.

Released on CD in May 2023, this song is packed with the strengths of both acts—its emotional sound and powerful vocals form a compelling contrast that stirs the heart.

The outcome of loveHanbaato Hanbaato

Humbert Humbert “The Outcome of Love” (Official Music Video)
The outcome of loveHanbaato Hanbaato

Humbert Humbert is a husband-and-wife duo formed in 1998.

This work, which humorously portrays the ups and downs of romance, was reportedly created with the artist fully immersing themselves as the drama’s protagonist.

The lyrics—both insightful and warm—resonate deeply, carried by harmonies only a married pair could achieve.

Released in September 2021, the song was written as the opening theme for the TV Tokyo drama “My Big Sister.” It was later included on the album “Sturdy Us.” It’s a recommended listen on nights when you’re worn out by human relationships and want to relax.

KoshienFukuyama Masaharu

An emotional song produced as the NHK High School Baseball theme in 2018.

As the Summer Koshien tournament marked its 100th edition, a theme song was adopted for NHK’s high school baseball broadcasts for the first time.

The song delivers a powerful message that encourages those chasing their dreams and serves as a cheer filled with love for one’s hometown and family.

Masaharu Fukuyama’s warm vocals teach the importance of pressing on without stifling the power of imagination.

The music video, created together with more than 300 brass band students, deepens the emotional impact even further.

For those striving toward their goals or feeling up against a wall, listening to it may give you the courage to take a step forward into tomorrow.

What is love?Ryokushokushakai

Ryokuoushoku Shakai – “What Is Love?” / Koitte
What is love?Ryokushokushakai

A number by Ryokuoushoku Shakai that vividly captures the pounding excitement when love begins.

Composed by the keyboardist peppe, the song is striking for its buoyant piano melody and an exhilarating beat that makes you want to clap along.

The lyrics portray the confusion and flutter of liking someone for the first time, and the bittersweet image of hiding your true feelings with a casual “Just kidding,” which may make you reflect on your own experiences.

After being included on the mini-album ADORE released in August 2017, the track was later chosen as the theme song for ABEMA’s dating show “Love’s Coach Is My Ex” in 2021.

It’s a song that gently gives a push to anyone carrying the sweet-and-sour ache of unrequited love.

The Husk of LoveBiyūden

Viyuden “Shell of Love” Music Video
The Husk of LoveBiyūden

Biyuuden, formed around Rika Ishikawa, formerly of Morning Musume, with members selected through auditions.

This is their memorable debut single, released in September 2004.

Under producer Tsunku♂’s concept of “a feminine aesthetic in resonance with Wa (Japanese sensibility),” lyrics were written by Reiko Yukawa and the music composed by Hatake.

The song conveys the emptiness that feels like a gaping hole in the heart after love ends, expressed through a wistful melody imbued with a traditional Japanese atmosphere.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to on nights when you want to linger in the sentiments of heartbreak.

Bouquet of WordsRinu

"[MV] Bouquet of Words / Rinu"
Bouquet of WordsRinu

Rinu, a singer also known as a member of the entertainment unit Strawberry Prince (SutoPuri).

This song, written especially by the popular creator unit HoneyWorks, opens the album “Kotonoha Wonderland,” set for release in August 2025.

It tells a story of moving forward while believing in the power of words, even while carrying loneliness and anxiety, gently comforting those struggling through difficult days.

A hopeful pop tune whose warm worldview blooms in the heart alongside its dreamy sound.

convenience store part-time jobkapi [HoneyWorks]

Convenience Store Part-Time Job / Kapi [HoneyWorks]
convenience store part-time jobkapi [HoneyWorks]

Have you ever had someone catch your eye at your part-time job and found yourself getting jittery every time they came in? This song is a love tune that vividly portrays a convenience store clerk’s crush on a regular customer, with lyrics that feel like her inner thoughts are spilling right out! It’s a collaboration between the creator unit HoneyWorks and the singer Kapi, released in September 2023.

The track was produced as part of a seven-consecutive-release project.

Kapi’s comical spoken lines and the lively guitar sound ramp up the excitement of a budding romance.

That feeling of following your crush with your eyes while on the job, the nervousness of hoping the manager doesn’t notice—anyone who’s worked a part-time job is sure to relate! Give it a listen when you want to relive the fun of a one-sided crush.