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!
- Vocaloid songs that start with "ku"
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- Songs with titles that start with 'Ke'
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A roundup of songs that start with 'Ku.' Perfect for shiritori or picking karaoke tracks! (161–170)
Above the cloudsKokoro no Suke
This piece is highly popular as a song that celebrates a deep bond with friends.
It’s a track Shinnosuke created around the theme of friendship with his longtime partner and producer, portraying a rival relationship that pushes both to grow.
The song is included on the EP “PURPLE,” released in August 2021, and it held the No.
1 spot on the Billboard JAPAN charts for four consecutive weeks.
It’s perfect for singing with friends at karaoke—why not crank it up and reaffirm that fiery friendship together?
jellyfishchakura
Formed in 2022, Chakra is a young four-piece gaining attention with their energetic guitar rock.
The song that put their name on the map, “Kurage,” is relatively approachable for band beginners and is sure to shine live.
For guitar, focus on locking in together on the simple backing riff and nailing the countermelody-style phrase that appears in the chorus.
The bass features relatively busy lines; it may be challenging for beginners, but it’s great practice.
For drums, keep it simple while adding clear dynamics to bring out shifts in the song’s character.
Kurohime Monogatariozawa akiko
It’s a narrative enka that lets you experience it as if you were watching a film.
Akiko Ozawa’s “Kurohime Monogatari” is a single released in June 2025, inspired by the folklore of her hometown Nagano, the Legend of Kurohime.
The progression from a quiet, storytelling tone to a dramatic climax truly captivates the listener’s heart.
If you’d like to explore enka rich in storytelling or feel the beauty of Japan’s traditions, I highly recommend giving it a listen.
airportTeresa Ten
With lyrics by Michio Yamagami and music by Kimihisa Inomata, this classic song—released by Teresa Teng in July 1974—marked the beginning of her brilliant career in Japan.
Its poignant scene of a farewell set in an airport and the feelings the protagonist keeps hidden in her heart deeply move listeners.
The song earned the New Artist Award at the 16th Japan Record Awards and became widely beloved on radio and cable broadcasts.
Its gentle, moody kayōkyoku style is perfect for older adults who want to savor the world of the song at karaoke.
Moreover, as a timeless classic loved across generations, it’s a wonderful choice to enjoy together with family and people of all ages.
Little Boat on the Ocean from the Suite ‘Mirrors’Maurice Ravel
How about a cool piece by Maurice Ravel that you’ll want to listen to on a hot day? It’s the third piece from the piano suite Miroirs, published in Paris in 1906 and dedicated to the painter Paul Sordes.
You can picture a small boat gently drifting across a vast sea, and just listening to it feels cleansing for the soul.
The work’s charm lies in its depiction of water through shimmering arpeggios.
They evoke the glinting, rippling surface under light and the deep ocean’s calm, with an expressive range that hardly seems possible from a single piano.
The meter changes 36 times over 140 measures, deftly capturing the ceaseless motion of the waves.
If you’d like to cool off with beautiful sonorities, or if you’re a fan of Impressionist music, you’ll surely enjoy it.
It might also be nice to listen to it alongside the other pieces in the Miroirs suite.
In the midst of the trivialHoshino Gen
A heartwarming song that gently portrays the love hidden in everyday, ordinary moments.
Its lyrics express love through the five senses, and a pleasant melody infused with jazz elements blends seamlessly to create a tender world that anyone can relate to.
Described by Gen Hoshino as “the first love song I wrote head-on,” the track was released as a single in March 2011 and is also included on the album Episode.
It reached No.
17 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and stayed on the charts for 24 weeks, gaining widespread popularity.
Singing softly about the subtleties of human relationships—exchanges between lovers and reconciliation after hurting one another—this is a recommended song for anyone who wants to cherish time with someone special.
Let’s hide and kiss in the car.Mr.Children
This hidden gem of a song is a masterpiece included on the 1992 album “Kind of Love.” Among Mr.Children’s early works, it’s a fan favorite: a simple acoustic guitar arpeggio rings throughout the entire track, and its delicate tone beautifully conveys the secret feelings of young lovers.
With lyrics and composition by Kazutoshi Sakurai, the song is a jewel-like ballad that portrays the frustration of a love that hasn’t quite grown up, and the poignant emotions of two people avoiding prying eyes as they reaffirm their love.
The way the arpeggio pattern evolves as the song progresses adds a rich expressiveness that leaves a lasting impression.
It remains beloved by many fans as a hidden classic that resonates deep in the heart—perfect for a drive with your partner or for listening alone on a quiet night.