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 choosing songs at karaoke! (231–240)
CROSS THE SKYEGG BRAIN
A three-piece rock band that announced an indefinite hiatus in 2015 but reignited fan excitement with their comeback.
Frontman JOEY, a Japanese–American, delivers emotional vocals, complemented by a commanding bassline and a tight beat from a highly skilled drummer who also plays in other bands.
Together, their distinct personalities and techniques forge an exhilarating punk sound.
Despite the simple, tight arrangements, the rich, full-bodied sound makes you forget they’re only a trio—some listeners might even be reminded of Western rock.
A cool melodic hardcore band whose future activities are highly anticipated.
Close to youELAIZA
Elaiza Ikeda, who debuted as a model in 2009 and also made her mark as an actress in the 2011 film High School Debut, began pursuing music in earnest under the artist name ELAIZA in September 2021.
The song we’re introducing today is her milestone debut single, Close to you, released on September 6, 2021.
ELAIZA, whose father is Japanese and whose mother is half Filipino and half Spanish, showcases a vocal style in this track that reflects her background, delivering a performance with a groove that, in a sense, feels distinctly non-Japanese.
Her solid lower register and the brief flashes of falsetto in the high notes are both wonderful, but it’s that effortlessly pleasing sense of groove—something many Japanese singers find hard to achieve—that really stands out.
Be sure to listen with that in mind.
I’m confident there’s a lot here that singers reading this article can learn from and draw inspiration from!
A roundup of songs that start with “Ku.” Perfect for shiritori or choosing tracks for karaoke! (241–250)
Kurogane Bullet TimeEtori
An energetic electronic rock track with catchy chiptune-style bleeps.
It’s a piece by Vocaloid producer Etori, released in May 2023.
You’ll be overwhelmed by the continuous flow of the composition and its dense soundscape.
The startling break sections and Miku’s crisp, articulate vocals add extra flavor.
The aggressive melodic lines also pair brilliantly with the gun-themed lyrics and worldbuilding.
If you’re looking for a cool Vocaloid track, give it a listen.
Close My EyesFAT PROP
FAT PROP is a rock band that features a prominent piano sound.
The band was formed by students in a university music club in Kagoshima and hails from Kagoshima.
Before their debut, their 2006 single “Blue Beach,” released exclusively at Tower Records Kagoshima, became a hit, topping the store’s overall chart for four consecutive weeks.
They made their major debut in 2008 with the mini-album “CHANGE THE FUTURE.” Their piano sound, which stands out without being overshadowed by the rock instrumentation, is particularly striking.
Crack Fuck SteadyFREE KICK
Free Kick is a band that began activities in Tomakomai, Hokkaido in 2000, centered around HIDEKI on guitar and vocals.
While steadily continuing their work amid several lineup changes, they drew major attention in 2012 by performing at HEY-SMITH’s “HAJIKETE MAZARE FESTIVAL.” Their songs are notable for atmospheric shifts and evolving structures, packing powerful, resonant low end and the light, agile tones of horns into those developments.
Even in the brisk, short tracks characteristic of ska, they incorporate various hooks and tricks to keep listeners engaged—that’s a big part of the band’s appeal.
Longing beyond the cloudsFantasticYouth
The melody line, the tone of the song, the vocals—everything hits home.
It’s a track by the musical unit FantasticYouth, released in 2021 as their first single.
It serves as the ending theme for Season 3 of the anime World Trigger.
Centered around the sound of the piano, the acoustic band arrangement gives a very nostalgic impression.
The more you listen, the more its flavor deepens—that’s the kind of charm it has.
The lyrics, which reflect on one’s own place in the world, are emotionally resonant.
It’s perfect for listening to while watching the evening sky.
kissfayray
Fayray’s “Kuchizuke” portrays the aching, painful state of putting on a brave face after a heartbreaking breakup.
Released in 2004, the song was chosen as the theme for the drama “Ai no Solea.” The lyrics convey a palpable sense of someone who can’t forget their ex and acts tough, yet is deeply hurting and wounded inside.
It’s a song I’d recommend to anyone trying to get over a breakup by staying strong, while secretly wishing someone would understand what they’re going through.