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.
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Songs with Titles Starting with “Ko” [Great for Karaoke & Shiritori Too!] (211–220)
It’s going to spill.YU-KI
There are times when you can’t help worrying about how others see you, or when you lose confidence in yourself.
This song is a moving ballad that gently stays close to that wavering heart and affirms that it’s okay to be just the way you are.
It’s a track by YUKI, included on a double A-side single released in May 2024.
It delivers a straightforward message: let’s accept the weakness and imperfections within ourselves, and it’s okay to say you love what you love.
The structure, which unfolds from a conversational vocal into a surge of emotion, is truly breathtaking.
If you listen to it on a night when you feel you’re losing your sense of self, it will surely give you courage.
Only a single voicerokudenashi
Rokudenashi is a music project featuring Ninjin, a vocalist who first gained attention on social media, and a trending Vocaloid producer.
The track produced by MIMI, a Vocaloid producer, moves the heart with its beautiful piano melodies.
This work delicately portrays the unique hardships and loneliness of youth—struggling to put feelings into words and searching for answers as time passes.
Upon its release in December 2021, its moving world view spread across countries in Asia and received a huge response.
It’s one of their signature songs, also included on the album “Ai ni Saku Hana.” When you’re weighed down by worries you can’t tell anyone, or on nights when you’re lost in thought alone, listening to it will surely surround you with a gentle warmth that feels like someone sitting by your side.
inner voiceFutami Souichi
A milestone 10th single by Soichi Futami, released in September 2025.
The composition is by Joji Hara—better known as Saburo Kitajima—the giant of the enka world.
It’s a classic gratitude song that feels like entrusting one’s spirit to the next generation, structured in three chapters that address Mother, Friend, and Father.
From memories of lullabies heard in childhood to heartfelt thanks for the important people met in life, the song weaves gratitude with care.
His “echoing mountain-voice,” honed through folk singing, and his skillful phrasing seem to breathe warm life into every word.
It’s a song you’ll want to hear when you wish to say “thank you” to someone precious.
How old is love? / Until what age does love last?Morikawa Daisuke
Daisuke Morikawa is a singer from Kadoma City, Osaka Prefecture.
After first working as a company employee, he made his debut as a singer in 2016 with “Castle in the Sky: Takeda Castle.” One of the tracks on his double A-side single—the first release after moving to Nippon Crown—was released in September 2025.
Branded as a “modern Latin Showa kayō,” it’s a passionate, danceable number.
Its bright message—that the feeling of falling in love can’t be stopped no matter how old you are—is sung over a light, Latin rhythm.
It’s a song for when you want to lift your spirits or add a spark of excitement to everyday life.
Koisame (Love Rain)Ishihara Junko
Junko Ishihara, who captivates listeners with the assured expressiveness honed through shigin recitation, saw her 1999 release Miren-zake sell over 400,000 copies.
Now, her 48th single has been released in September 2025.
This work portrays a yearning love that deepens despite knowing it will never be rewarded, layered over a wintry scene where cold rain turns into snow.
The lyrics were written by Ishihara herself under the name Itō Fujiko, and the composition is by Kazuto Miura, the artist she has long professed to be a fan of.
Its lyrical melody, imbued with the aroma of folk kayō, gently nestles against the ache of the heart.
The limits of languageHinatazaka46
This is a track included as a coupling on the single “Onegai Bach!” released in September 2025.
Hina Kawata, who was about to graduate, served as the center.
The song contemplates the vastness of the universe while expressing the limits of putting precious feelings into words and celebrates the bonds of the heart that transcend language.
Its acoustic sound is warm and wonderful.
It’s a message song you’ll want to dedicate to someone setting off on a new journey.
CALLINGTHE NO EAR
Formed in 2002 in Kofu, Yamanashi Prefecture, THE NO EAR is a band whose sound fuses the blistering speed of fastcore with shout-along choruses that everyone can join in on.
In 2017, to mark their 15th anniversary, they released the album “…from the Dead Town.” Essentially a best-of collection of their early signature tracks, the release helped spread their name across Japan.
Known for their community-rooted activities—such as organizing the local rock festival GIANT LOOP FES.—their weekend club shows whip crowds into a frenzy.
Their music is perfect for anyone looking to experience a sense of unity through punk rock.