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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A roundup of songs that start with “Ku.” Perfect for shiritori or picking songs for karaoke! (211–220)
Frustrating, but an important personGoriki Ayame
“Kuyashii kedo Daiji na Hito,” sung by Ayame Goriki, who is also active as a model and actress, is a cute summer track released in 2014.
Blending disco-flavored sounds with a glamorous melody, it’s a tsundere-style song that colors the romance of refreshing youthful days.
The lyrics poignantly depict straightforward feelings of love for someone special, and her charming vocals resonate pleasantly.
The dance—where the dance-savvy Goriki performs with a tennis racket—also became a hot topic.
It’s a summer youth song that makes your heart flutter with a faint, tender crush.
ClearSakamoto Maaya
The song that snaps me out of that end-of-summer melancholy is Maaya Sakamoto’s “CLEAR.” Released in 2018, it was used as the opening theme for the anime Cardcaptor Sakura: Clear Card.
The lyrics are by Maaya Sakamoto, with composition by Yoshiki Mizuno of Ikimonogakari.
When you’re feeling the sadness of summer’s end, it’s easy to feel hesitant about making a fresh start in the fall.
But this song sweeps away those sentimental feelings and fills the new season with excitement.
It’s an emo track in the best sense—one that turns hazy emotions into forward momentum!
close your eyesMiyamoto Hiroji
With its gentle vocals and soothing melody that stay close to the heart, this is a perfect song for late nights.
Written specifically as the ending theme for “news23,” it eases the fatigue of the day and offers hope for tomorrow.
Hiroji Miyamoto’s emotionally rich vocals and the simple yet resonant arrangement are captivating.
Released in October 2024, it marks his first original song in about three years.
It’s recommended for sleepless nights or moments when your mind won’t settle.
The tender, embracing voice is sure to bring you comfort.
Songs that start with “Ku”: a roundup. Perfect for word-chain games or picking karaoke tracks! (221–230)
Cleopatra’s DreamKobayashi Akira & Yashiro Aki
A collaborative song by Akira Kobayashi and Aki Yashiro, it centers on adult friendship and life.
The lyrics, which vividly depict time spent in a calm, intimate bar, are especially memorable.
Released in May 2012, the piece was produced for their nationwide tour, “Futari no Big Show.” Its delicate piano touch stands out, and the track blends pop and enka into a cohesive style.
It’s perfect for singing with friends at karaoke or in a snack bar.
The two singers’ voices, brimming with mature allure, are sure to resonate with listeners.
I want to have it ready by Christmas.Ozawa Natsuki
It’s the kind of song that makes you want to hum along as soon as you sense Christmas in the air.
Released in October 1987 as Natsuki Ozawa’s third single, this work is a classic of ’80s idol pop created by the popular lyricist Yasushi Akimoto and composer/arranger Koji Makaino.
Its catchy melody and synth-driven sound capture the Christmas atmosphere perfectly.
The lyrics convey a girl’s bittersweet wish to reunite with her lover and share her feelings by Christmas, reflecting the characteristically modest view of romance in the ’80s.
It’s a recommended track not only for idol fans but also for anyone interested in music from that era.
CLAP CLAPGoto Maki
Maki Goto’s first new song in about 13 years is an upbeat, danceable number themed around a powerful view of womanhood.
The lyrics, which express both outward strength and inner delicacy, are sure to resonate with listeners.
The track is included on her mini-album “prAyer,” scheduled for release on September 4, and serves as a culmination celebrating her 25th anniversary.
Released on July 31, 2024, this song symbolizes Goto’s fresh new start.
Showcasing her growth and evolution as an artist, it’s the perfect number for anyone looking to reaffirm their own self-worth.
A Goodbye on Christmas Dayyūdai
This is an original song released by Yudai, a multi-talented Vocaloid producer who also shines as a singer.
It’s a dreamy and delicate Christmas song featuring Hatsune Miku, expressing the sorrow of a girl who breaks up with her lover just before Christmas.
It also carries a subtly Japanese aesthetic.