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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!] (461–470)

Cotton MoodAnri

Doesn’t this timeless song, which breezily heralds the arrival of spring, bring back nostalgic memories of your youth? Released by Anri in April 1981, this piece beautifully captures the season of open blue skies with its light melody and fashionable lyrics.

The upbeat words convey a sense of freedom and the thrill of romance.

It was also used in commercials for Nivea-Kao’s cologne and for Nisshinbo, making it a tune beloved by many.

Its rhythm is so delightful that you’ll naturally want to clap along when the music starts.

How about spending a moment singing it together with fellow seniors and letting cherished memories blossom in conversation?

Songs with Titles Starting with “Ko” [Great for Karaoke & Shiritori!] (471–480)

Hello, baby.Azusa Michiyo

A gently sung piece overflowing with boundless love for a baby, Michiyo Azusa’s crystalline voice sinks deep into the heart.

Its warm melody celebrating the birth of new life harmonizes beautifully with tender lyrics that express a mother’s profound love.

Released in 1963, the song won the 5th Japan Record Award that same year.

It became a massive hit, selling over 1.2 million copies, and went on to become one of Azusa’s signature songs.

Loved across generations, this work brings a sense of calm and is cherished by many older listeners as well.

With its easy-to-sing melody and bright atmosphere, it remains a popular choice for karaoke.

Song of Steel JeegMizuki Ichirō

The 1975 robot anime theme song, woven from powerful vocals and melody, portrays an epic tale of a righteous hero battling an evil army.

With a valiant composition by Chuumei Watanabe and lyrics by Haruo Hayashi that stirringly express the protagonist’s sense of mission and responsibility, the piece is perfectly complemented by Ichirou Mizuki’s passionate singing.

Included on the album “Super Robot Spirits: Theme Song Best Collection 2,” this track has colored numerous iconic scenes of giant robots in combat.

It’s a recommended song for those who resonate with heroes of justice or are looking for an uplifting, courage-inspiring anthem.

Lovers’ CapeMizumori Kaori

Lover’s Cape: Kaori Mizumori (Yamatoji no Koi ♪ B-side)
Lovers' CapeMizumori Kaori

Kaori Mizumori’s classic “Koibito Misaki” (“Lovers’ Cape”).

This piece spotlights Shizuoka Prefecture and beautifully portrays a couple in love against the backdrop of Mt.

Fuji.

Its biggest charm is, above all, the singable vocal line.

Enka often features complex rises and falls in pitch along with demanding kobushi (melismatic ornamentation), but this song keeps both to a minimum.

Leaning more toward kayōkyoku (Japanese pop ballad) than pure enka, it’s very easy to sing for those who struggle with kobushi.

Consider adding it to your repertoire.

Port of Love and TearsKumagai Hiromi

Hiromi Kumagai “Koi-Naki Minato” Music Video
Port of Love and TearsKumagai Hiromi

An enka song that gently embraces the poignant nights of a port town.

Hiromi Kumagai’s clear, translucent voice delicately conveys the feelings of a woman bearing the pain of heartbreak.

Released in April 2025, this piece was born from an unreleased composition by the late master composer Shosuke Ichikawa, paired with lyrics by Takashi Manjo.

With Tatsuya Nango’s emotionally rich arrangement, the song’s allure is brought out even more.

Why not let your thoughts drift to the ache of lost love and the landscapes of memory?

love letterYuki Saori

One of the most iconic songs of the Showa era, it features beautiful lyrics that read like a heartfelt letter to a lover.

The feelings of longing for someone far away and the hope of meeting again truly resonate.

Released in August 1973, it won the Best Vocal Performance at that year’s Japan Record Awards.

It was also performed on NHK’s Kohaku Uta Gassen, capturing the hearts of many.

With Saori Yuki’s clear, crystalline voice, it’s a song that wraps you in gentle warmth.

When you find yourself thinking of someone special, give it a listen.

Love, since the age of the godsHatakeyama Midori

This is a song by Midori Hatakeyama that proclaims love as a universal theme unchanged since mythic times.

The lyrics weave in age-old sayings and maxims about romance, expressing its contradictions and shifting emotions.

Paired with a richly emotional melody, it likely left a strong impression on listeners of the time.

Released in June 1962, the song became a major hit, selling 1.5 million copies.

With light, humorous phrasing grounded in deep insights about love, it remains approachable and moving—even for listeners in their eighties.