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.” Great for shiritori or picking karaoke songs! (401–410)
Crazy Danceryoru no honki dansu
Yoru no Honki Dance is a four-piece dance-rock band based in Kyoto.
As their name suggests, they produce many upbeat, danceable tracks.
Among them, I’d like to highlight Crazy Dancer from their first major-label album.
It’s a track with a pleasantly edgy guitar sound.
Once you hear it, you’ll surely want to check out their other songs as well.
They’re also regulars at various festivals, so I hope you’ll check out their live performances, too.
Queen of HeartsKanadeoto 69
This is a very mature Luka song with a horn section whose tone cuts right through.
It’s one of producer Kanon69’s signature works, released in 2014.
The song was written specifically for singer luz’s album “tWoluz.” The brilliant sound arrangement feels truly good to listen to and really lifts your spirits.
The lyrics, with their sultry and precarious vibe, are another part of its appeal.
Incidentally, in 2018, a version sung by the creator, Kanon69, was released.
Christmas NightOku Hanako
This is a heartbreak song set at Christmas by singer-songwriter Hanako Oku, who has created many tear-jerking breakup songs.
Released in 2018, it was used in a LINE commercial, so many people may have heard it.
It’s a ballad featuring a beautiful, familiar melody line—one of the hallmarks of her music.
The lyrics depict a man who can’t quite let go of his ex-girlfriend, yet even as he clings to his feelings, he wishes for her happiness.
His straightforward, earnest feelings are deeply moving.
wedge (kusabi)Oku Hanako
You can’t easily forget the happy days you spent with your lover, can you? “Kusabi (Wedge),” a song that gently stays close to the hearts of those who feel lonely, was released in 2015 by singer-songwriter Hanako Oku.
She has performed it since her indie days, and it has earned strong popularity among fans.
Its piano sound, resonant with majestic strings, is striking.
The poignant lyrics, which bring back memories of someone precious, are sure to bring tears.
It’s a dramatic piano ballad especially for those who feel, “I can’t help wanting to get in touch with that person…”
Collection of songs that start with “Ku.” Great for word-chain games or karaoke song picks! (411–420)
Speculative Mythologyyōsei teikoku
As their name suggests, Fairy Empire captivates listeners with a mysterious worldview that feels as if it leapt from another realm.
Since their formation in 1997, they have crafted a unique sound that weaves techno and gothic elements into metal.
The tracks on the album Metanoia, in particular, balance dynamism and delicacy, and they have not lost their luster even long after its 2010 release.
This work opened a new door for girls’ metal and won over many fans beyond genre boundaries.
It’s the perfect song for the theme.
Christmas WishAmuro Namie
A song that colors the winter season, brought to you by Namie Amuro, known as a defining songstress of the Heisei era.
Its gentle melody wrapped in the special atmosphere of Christmas and Amuro’s clear, transparent vocals truly resonate with the heart.
Released in 2016 as part of the collaboration project with 7‑Eleven, “Magical Christmas,” the track captured many hearts, even being selected as the campaign song for three consecutive years.
It’s a number you’ll want to listen to on a Christmas night spent with a lover or someone special.
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.