A compilation of song titles that start with “Ma”
What songs come to mind with titles that start with “Ma”?
It’s not easy to name them off the top of your head, but once you start looking, you’ll think, “Oh! That one too,” and “This one also fits.”
In this article, we’ll introduce songs whose titles begin with “Ma.”
We’ve gathered a variety of tracks, from timeless classics often sung on TV and known by people of all ages, to beloved songs released in the Showa era that have stood the test of time.
They’re also super handy for games like song-title shiritori!
Be sure to check them out.
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List of song titles starting with 'Ma' (131–140)
Midnight NightingaleTakeuchi Mariya
Beginning with birdsong and the gentle strum of a guitar echoing through the night’s silence, this piece is a ballad that blends tenderness with a touch of sorrow.
It conveys both the resolve to stay close to someone precious even in the darkest night and a warmth that seems to envelop loneliness.
Written as the theme song for the drama “Shiroi Kage,” it was released as a single in February 2001.
It is also included on the album “Bon Appetit!,” and shines with the meticulously crafted sound produced and arranged by Tatsuro Yamashita.
Give it a listen when you find yourself longing for someone’s warmth on a sleepless night, or when you want to calm your heart at the end of the day.
Mariya Takeuchi’s rich vocals are sure to gently soothe anxious feelings.
Magma rumble-rumbleChroNoiR
It’s a killer tune from ChroNoiR, bursting with boiling energy and a breakneck sense of speed.
Produced by Mikito-P, who has created numerous hit songs, it was released as an MV in November 2021.
Kanae’s sultry vocals intertwine with Kuzuha’s sharp, low register, fusing a rock band sound with electronic elements and accelerating all at once.
The lyrics portray impatience and irrepressible urges, the kind that make your temperature rise just by listening.
Placed early in the October 2022 album “UP 2 YOU,” it plays a crucial role in raising the work’s overall voltage.
The thrilling interplay of their contrasting vocal tones is perfect for boosting your mood or flipping your motivation switch when it really counts.
My LifeMr.Children
Mr.Children, the powerhouse band that has produced countless classics and continues to lead Japan’s music scene.
This track, which closes their third album “Versus” released in 1993, is a hidden gem that was later included on the best-of album “Mr.Children 1992–1995.” Despite not being a single, it has long been cherished by fans and was even performed during their 2007 stadium tour.
The lyrics, which embrace the frustrations of everyday life and the pain of heartbreak as part of one’s own journey, really hit home.
Though it never had a flashy tie-in, Sakurai’s words—portraying down-to-earth struggles—may resonate especially with grown men who’ve tasted both the sweet and the bitter.
It’s a warm, encouraging number that helps you relax your shoulders when you’re feeling down.
The curtain risesback number
It’s a grand ballad written as the theme song for the film TOKYO MER: Mobile Emergency Room – Nankai Mission.
While confronting one’s own weaknesses and inner conflicts, it sings of the resolve to head toward the people who matter most.
Shimizu Iyori’s powerful yet delicate vocals and the rich, weighty sound produced by Takeshi Kobayashi sink deeply into the heart.
Released in July 2025, the song mirrors the movie’s story and powerfully stirs listeners’ emotions.
Many will surely find courage in the image of taking a step forward despite fear and anxiety.
Why not listen to it right before a big challenge or when you need to steel yourself? It’s a masterpiece full of kindness, like a warm hand gently pushing you forward.
festivalFuji Kaze
If there’s a Fujii Kaze track that encapsulates that unique blend of buoyancy and festivity, it has to be this one.
Its timbres reminiscent of traditional Japanese instruments intertwine with a modern beat, creating a mysterious pull that draws listeners in.
The lyrics highlight the importance of letting go of attachment, unfolding a worldview that likens life to a “festival.” Released in March 2022 as a pre-single from the album LOVE ALL SERVE ALL, it didn’t have a tie-in, but the music video—shot at Rinkokaku, an Important Cultural Property in Gunma Prefecture—became a major talking point.
The melody’s contours aren’t overly dramatic, and the comfortable groove makes it quite singable for karaoke.
Give it a listen when you want to reset your mind away from daily noise, or on a night when you want to feel a sense of togetherness with friends.
Matches and PeanutsSakanakushon
This highly addictive track beautifully fuses the wistful charm of Showa-era kayōkyoku with a body-swaying disco beat.
“Match to Peanuts,” included on Sakanaction’s double album 834.194 released in June 2019, is said to have been crafted by vocalist Ichiro Yamaguchi with the sensibilities of 1970s music and old manga in mind.
Its lyrics, depicting the dampness and dryness that linger in a late-night room, combine with the repetitive rhythm to create a strange sensation that seems to seep into the listener’s senses.
While it may not have a flashy tie-in, it’s an essential track that shapes the flow of the album.
This piece is perfectly suited for those sleepless nights when you want to quietly sink into your thoughts, or when you’re in the mood for something a little uncanny.
MacBethiaSoshiyaru·Tension
A three-piece band that tore through the late-1980s scene with the heft of synthesizers and organ as their weapons, and a distinctive guitar-less lineup.
They debuted in 1989 with the album “Macbethia,” drawing attention for a sound that fused thrilling, ELP-esque keyboard work with Japanese-style lyrical melodies.
Keyboardist Nobuo Endo’s classical yet aggressive playing is breathtaking, and together with bassist Masahiko Ota’s wistful vocals, they construct a dramatic sonic world.
The two albums they left on Made in Japan Records are still hailed as masterpieces of symphonic rock.
For those who want to revel in keyboard-driven, technically masterful ensemble playing and heart-piercing melodic beauty, this band is irresistible.