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.” Great for shiritori or choosing karaoke songs! (441–450)
CR EIZYUmetora
An exhilarating track woven from razor-sharp lyrics and danceable beats.
Composed by Umetora and released in June 2024, it’s an original piece written for “Hatsune Miku: Colorful Stage!” (Project SEKAI) and created for the in-game unit Vivid BAD SQUAD.
The lavish vocal lineup—Luka Megurine, Hatsune Miku, GUMI, IA, and Rin Kagamine—is a major highlight.
The lyrics portray emotions swaying between the self and reality, drawing you irresistibly into its world.
Why not immerse yourself in the song’s universe while you play?
Screw the PTANashimoto P
An energetic rock number that belts out defiance against adulthood over jagged guitar riffs.
Composed by Nashimoto-P and released in July 2010.
The song features many provocative lines, resonating with listeners by voicing the frustrations and struggles of youth.
It’s sure to strike a chord with anyone who feels constrained by school or society, across generations.
Singing it at karaoke might help clear away those pent-up feelings.
One of the classic masterpieces of Vocaloid rock.
Collection of songs that start with “Ku.” Perfect for shiritori or picking songs for karaoke! (451–460)
Black petalsMizuhara Hiroshi
Hiroshi Mizuhara’s “Kuroi Hanabira” (Black Petals) is a classic breakup song, sung in a sweet, low register.
Its lyrics, depicting the pain and loneliness of love, are enough to make your heart tighten.
Released in 1959, it won the very first Japan Record Award.
Remarkably, Mizuhara remains the only artist to have won the grand prize in his debut year.
He also appeared on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen for three consecutive years, dominating the era.
It’s a song sure to resonate with anyone who’s been hurt in love.
Along with nostalgic memories, it may prompt you to look back on how you felt back then.
Overture to the opera “The Marriage of Figaro” / Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestraokizawa nodoka
Nodoka Okisawa is attracting attention as a rising star in the world of classical music.
A native of Aomori Prefecture, she graduated at the top of her class from Tokyo University of the Arts before studying in Germany to further hone her craft.
Beginning with her historic win as the first woman to take first prize at the Tokyo International Music Competition in 2018, she went on to win the Besançon International Conductors’ Competition the following year.
She has showcased her talent by conducting leading orchestras in Japan and abroad, including the NHK Symphony Orchestra and the Munich Symphony Orchestra.
In 2022, she broadened her activities by conducting the opera The Marriage of Figaro at the Seiji Ozawa Matsumoto Festival.
Okisawa’s conducting combines delicacy with boldness, captivating audiences.
If you’re interested in classical music, why not attend a concert under her baton at least once?
ChristmasKawamura Ryuuichi
A signature ballad by Ryuichi Kawamura, known for its simple, beautiful melody and heartrending lyrics themed around the emotions of winter.
Released in November 1997 during the early phase of his solo career, this work has been cherished by many listeners as a winter staple.
It’s a pop ballad that highlights Kawamura’s powerful yet emotive vocals, with restrained piano accompaniment and grand orchestration that evoke the feeling of a quiet winter night.
The romantic lyrics portray special Christmas moments, expressing the joy of time spent with a loved one.
They depict buying gifts, making plans to go to the seaside, and the excitement stirred by a weather forecast that hints at possible snow.
It’s a song you’ll want to play on Christmas night with someone special.
Whale songKumaki Anri
This song, “Song of the Whale,” with its gentle, faintly fragile melody that evokes the deep sea and feels like it washes your heart clean.
It’s included on singer-songwriter Anri Kumaki’s 2011 mini-album “and…Life.” Whether there’s a reason or not, there are times when we’re suddenly overwhelmed by loneliness, feeling helpless and anxious.
Listening to this song at such times will make you cry—probably sob.
Cry your heart out, and then let this song become nourishment for your soul.
Christmassaruganseki
When you think of winter in the ’90s, many of you probably remember this song.
Its lyrics, depicting the tender yet bittersweet feelings of lovers, really resonate.
You can almost picture the couple, excited to get up early on Christmas morning and head to the sea.
Released in November 1997, this track is one of the key songs in Saruganseki’s discography.
It’s also included on the album “Magure,” and Ryuichi Kawamura’s production drew a lot of attention.
It’s a warm, comforting piece you’ll want to listen to while cuddling up with your partner in the cold season.