A roundup of songs that start with “ku.” Perfect for shiritori or picking karaoke tracks!
When you’re playing shiritori with song titles or doing shiritori karaoke, there are times when you just can’t think of the next song, right?
この記事では、「く（ku）」で始まる曲をたくさん紹介します。そんな瞬間に思い出せるようにしておきましょう。
There are lots of words that start with “ku,” like “kuro” (black), “kurisumasu” (Christmas), “cry,” and “kuchi” (mouth), and many of them are commonly used in song titles.
I’ve picked out a variety of tracks, so feel free to use this as a reference when choosing your next song!
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Songs that start with “Ku”: a roundup. Perfect for word-chain games and karaoke song selection! (61–70)
biting my lipyoshida takurou
Released as a single in 1982, this song was written specifically as the theme for the film Detective Story, starring Tetsuya Takeda.
Its lyrics, written entirely in the Hiroshima dialect, mirror the protagonist—awkward yet striving earnestly—and stir the listener’s heart.
The emotions expressed in unadorned words carry a unique warmth and melancholy that standard Japanese can’t quite capture.
The vocals, which swallow frustration and love while gazing straight ahead with quiet strength, are quintessentially Takuro Yoshida.
It’s a deeply moving masterpiece you’ll want to listen to when you stand at a crossroads in life or are grappling with feelings too complex to put into words.
CROSS ROADMr.Children
An early masterpiece whose lyrics—interweaving the ache of a love’s end and lingering attachment—resonate deeply atop Sakurai’s pop-tinged melodies.
Released in November 1993 as the band’s fourth single, it reached living rooms nationwide as the theme song for the NTV drama “Dōsōkai” (Class Reunion).
Despite its initial chart position, it became a long-running hit, earning the band their first million-seller and later appearing on the album “Atomic Heart,” making it a landmark work.
The song likens life’s turning points and moments of doubt to a crossroads, and many listeners likely find their memories from that time returning with each listen.
Its beautiful melody and the harmony of the band’s sound are superb—one of those tracks you want to sink into when you’re feeling a bit sentimental.
whistlingMr.Children
With unadorned words and a warm melody that resonate in your heart, this is a supreme love song filled with Mr.Children’s tenderness.
Released as a single in January 2000, it’s also regarded as an important work that marked the band’s entry into the 2000s.
Remarkably, it topped the Oricon charts despite having no tie-ins with TV dramas or commercials.
It was later included on the acclaimed album “Q,” and the song enjoys overwhelming fan support—ranking first in a fan club poll for “songs you want to hear live.” It’s perfect for moments when you want to savor the beauty of everyday life rather than flashy spectacles, or for calm situations like walking hand in hand with someone dear.
So please take your time and listen while picturing the scenes painted by the lyrics!
Crazy F-R-E-S-H BeatSnow Man
Snow Man captivates with their dazzling performances.
Among the tracks on their debut single “D.D.
/ Imitation Rain,” released in January 2020, this coupling song has earned overwhelming popularity.
Choreographed by member Hikaru Iwamoto, it’s a cool number that fuses an addictive beat with intricate dance moves.
The piece was also showcased in the film “Takizawa Kabuki ZERO 2020 The Movie.” The dance video on YouTube surpassed 100 million views in September 2024 and continues to be loved over time.
Watching the video alongside the song lets you appreciate the power of their physical expression on a deeper level.
It’s a track that will boost your spirits—perfect for lifting your mood or gearing up to take on a new challenge.
Critical♡PrettyiLiFE!
The irresistibly cute melody and high-tempo beat that makes your body move match perfectly, don’t they? This track, which lifts your mood just by listening, is a piece entirely written, composed, and arranged by Medansy.
Released as a digital single in May 2025, it first debuted at live shows and quickly became a hot topic.
It’s an upper-tune packed with “critically” destructive cuteness, full of tricks guaranteed to fire up the crowd.
Many listeners will feel their hearts flutter at the lyrics’ lighthearted portrayal of being in love.
This song distills iLiFE!’s signature energy into a single track, making it perfect for when you need a boost or a morning pick-me-up.
It’s an ultra-happy pop song that lets you reaffirm your love for your oshi.
Christmas ringAKB48
In contrast to the dazzling cityscape, this is a grown-up Christmas song suffused with a touch of wistfulness.
Performed as a unit song in the AKB48 theater show “Koko Kara da,” which opened in December 2024, it was finally released as the long-awaited studio version on the December 2025 album “Koko Kara da Performance Album (Studio Recordings Collection).” Rather than a lively party tune, this piece delicately portrays the memories and feelings of love that resurface in quiet moments against the backdrop of city neon and fir trees.
The scenes Yasushi Akimoto paints highlight the loneliness that intensifies precisely because of the festive season.
It’s a perfect listen for a silent night when you want to be alone with your thoughts, or when you wish to reflect on cherished memories.
crossroadYUI
This is a song by YUI, included as the B-side to the single “LIFE” released in November 2005.
Centered around acoustic guitar, its warm sound and delicate lyrics—capturing everyday scenes—strike a deep chord.
The structure is superb, shifting from simple imagery like sunlit spots and splashes of water to the wavering of a heart that can’t quite smile, carefully portraying the resolve to keep moving forward even without clear answers.
The single “LIFE” served as the ending theme for the TV Tokyo anime BLEACH, reaching a peak of No.
9 on the Oricon weekly chart and significantly boosting YUI’s profile.
In November 2008, it was also included on MY SHORT STORIES, an album compiling B-sides, where it received renewed recognition.
It’s a perfect song for graduates standing at life’s crossroads, or for anyone ready to take a step forward despite their doubts.