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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 and shiritori!] (41–50)

to echo; to reverberateSuda Masaki

It’s the theme song for the film “Kimi to Sekai ga Owaru Hi ni FINAL.” Masaki Suda himself took part in producing it, and it’s an up-tempo track featuring dynamic guitar sounds, written around the theme of the protagonist Hibiki Mamiya’s “boundless love.” The overall vocal range spans two octaves from C#3 to C#5, and falsetto is also used.

Basically, it sits in a chest-voice-friendly range, with the highest note appearing just before the final chorus.

When you go into falsetto, try releasing your breath as if from above your head, thin but strong—it should suit the song’s vibe.

When I Fall in LoveZa Kuromaniyonzu

The Cro-Magnons - If I Fall in Love - guitar cover
When I Fall in LoveZa Kuromaniyonzu

Pure, fiery rock ’n’ roll that awakens the primal impulse deep in your chest.

“Koi ni Ochitara” is included on the album “MONDO ROCCIA,” released in October 2009.

Masatoshi Mashima wrote and composed the song.

With a muscular sound and phrases pared down to the bare minimum, it conveys the overflowing feelings of the very moment you fall in love.

No needless explanations—just the aching clarity of “I love you.” Perfect for when you’re in love!

This road, on and onnokoinoko

Doesn’t your heart start to race when you hear the cheerful singing of Gachapin and Mukku? Released in August 1988, this song was broadcast on “Hirake! Ponkikki” and became a classic that sparked children’s sense of adventure.

Composed and arranged by Takanori Arisawa, its march-like rhythm carries the imagination from southern islands all the way to the Arctic.

And the style—Noco Inoco’s clear vocals joined by lively back-and-forth from the familiar characters—is quintessential “Hirake! Ponkikki.” Even listening to it as an adult, you’re sure to feel uplifted, thinking, “Where shall we go next?”

CoffeeTomonari Sora

Tomonari Sora – “Coffee” [Official Video]
CoffeeTomonari Sora

Among singer-songwriter Sora Tomonari’s many beloved tracks, this is the one I recommend when you want to linger in a bittersweet afterglow.

The lyrics, which evoke the ache left in a cooled cup and the lingering warmth of time that won’t return, quietly seep into the listener’s heart.

Released as a single in November 2022, the song was produced with Shingo Sekiguchi of Ovall as arranger.

It has remained a long-loved piece, later appearing in a different version on the album “Bunmei Kaika – East West.” The music video by filmmaker Elizabeth Miyaji also drew attention.

Give it a listen on nights when you’re thinking of a lost love or when you want to spend some quiet time.

PerfumeEito

Perfume / Eito (Official Music Video)
PerfumeEito

This is the debut song by singer-songwriter Eito, which became an explosive hit through social media and video platforms.

Characterized by the sound of acoustic guitar and unadorned lyrics based on real experiences, it expresses complex feelings toward a former lover in down-to-earth words.

Released digitally in April 2019, it was later included on the album “Sukkarakan.” The song became a social phenomenon, winning a Special Award at the 35th Japan Gold Disc Awards.

The melody in the chorus uses the yo scale (pentatonic without the fourth and seventh), which may create a nostalgic familiarity and addictive quality for Japanese listeners.

The blend of contemporary lyrics with a melody that evokes traditional Japanese sensibilities gives the song an approachable charm that makes many listeners hum along without thinking.

A night like thishannya

Hannya / This Kind of Night / Official Music Video
A night like thishannya

This track carries the weight of 20 years and embodies a resolve to live in the “now,” not in past glory.

Released as a single by Hannya in June 2024, it’s also included as the closing song on the 2025 album “Last Answer.” Rejecting the status of a legend and insisting on staying in the trenches, his gritty way of life resonates alongside a hard-hitting beat.

The flow of time felt in everyday moments and the experiences he’s built up are portrayed with raw honesty, sure to stir the listener’s heart.

On a quiet night, when you want to look back on the road you’ve traveled and draw strength for tomorrow, why not face yourself with this song as your companion?

Love = Do!Tahara Toshihiko

This is the third single released in January 1981 by Toshihiko Tahara, who led the idol scene of the ’80s.

Set to a lively disco- and funk-inspired beat, the cheerful sound is highlighted by the catchy “cha-cha” shouts.

The lyrics, which capture the excitement and flutter of a budding romance, are enough to lift your spirits just by listening.

In addition to topping the Oricon weekly chart, a unique TV performance featuring backup dancers dancing with dolls delighted viewers at home.

The irresistibly catchy choreography will have your body moving—perfect for livening up a karaoke session with friends! Be sure to give this timeless classic a listen.