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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Summary of song titles starting with 'Ma' (231–240)
Crimson SunMisora Hibari
This work, which evokes both the passion of a blazing sun and the transience of a passing summer, left a striking impression as a new facet of Hibari Misora, the queen of the kayō music world.
In its lyrical world, a love that flares up against the backdrop of midsummer seas is skillfully depicted alongside a poignant premonition that it will one day come to an end.
Originally included as a track on the album “Song Is My Life: Celebrating 20 Years of Hibari Misora’s Career,” the piece received such an overwhelming response that it was released as a single in May 1967.
Its innovative sound, backed by Jackie Yoshikawa and the Blue Comets, drew major attention and went on to sell over 1.4 million copies.
As a song emblematic of summertime in the Shōwa era, why not give it a listen during a seaside drive or when you’re in the mood to bask in slightly more grown-up summer memories?
A Midsummer NightHatsukoi no Arashi
On quiet summer nights, some of us may suddenly be swept up in a tightening, sentimental ache.
Perfectly suited to that mood is a gem of a ballad by Hatsukoi no Arashi.
The song, written by vocalist Tatsuro Nishiyama, portrays a protagonist left behind on a midsummer night, a heart swaying between dream and waking, and the fleetingness of a hazy love—striking a deep chord in the listener.
Evoking Neil Young, the rock sound intertwines delicately with beautiful strings, while Nishiyama’s emotive vocals heighten the poignancy to stunning effect.
Released as a single in July 2002, it was also included on the August album “Dedicated to First Love.” Completed with heartfelt care by the band and staff after Nishiyama’s untimely passing, the recording is remembered for a session with more than ten string players where tears would not stop.
Highly recommended for anyone who wants to sink into summer’s quieter side or savor the bittersweet memories of a love that has passed.
A list of song titles that start with “Ma” (241–250)
Gigantic in MidsummerCody Rī (Ri)
A pop-rock number with a refreshing sound that rushes through like wind weaving between city skyscrapers, paired with a somehow bittersweet melody that lingers—this track appears on Cody・Lee(李)’s album “Saigo no Hatsukoi,” released in June 2024.
The song vividly captures both the passion of staying true to your feelings without blaming anything else, and the fleeting, almost anxious melancholy unique to summer that passes in a flash.
Its pure wish—to savor those special moments for just the two of you—resonates deeply.
In August 2024, the band was featured on FM802, so you may well have heard it on the radio.
It feels perfect for a long drive under endlessly blue skies, or for a summer evening when you want to bask in a slightly sentimental mood.
This summer, it just might make the moments you share with someone special all the more unforgettable.
MermaidSMAP
A song by SMAP featuring a dreamy, enchanting melody line.
The poignant lyrics evoke the feeling of listening to a tale of unrequited love with a mermaid as the protagonist, gently wrapping around the listener’s heart.
You can almost see the glittering surface of the water and hear the quiet sound of waves, and some may find that bittersweet summer memories suddenly resurface.
The track reached many ears as the theme song for the 2007 World Aquatics Championships in Melbourne, and it was first included on the album “super.modern.artistic.performance,” released in September 2008.
It’s the perfect piece for a night when you want to step away from the summer bustle and quietly lose yourself in thought.
Lovers in Marine BlueKojima Misan
It’s a track with a breezy, invigorating sound—light rhythms and interwoven guitars that feel like a sea breeze.
With Mishio Kojima’s fresh, crystalline vocals, the song vividly conjures a bittersweet yet slightly wistful scene: a girl dashing barefoot along a shimmering late-summer beach, reflected in the listener’s heart.
This captivating piece—lyrics by Yoshihiko Ando, music by Kazuhito Murata, and arrangement by Ichizo Seo, all emblematic of city pop—was included on her second album “MICHILLE,” released in September 1986.
The album’s “100 no Heart ga ‘I love you’” also served as a TV program ending theme.
Whether on a summer drive or during a slightly sentimental dusk, it’s sure to set the stage for a wonderful moment.
Midnight Fire FestivalHirayoshi Takeshu
This is a solo piano piece by the passionate Japanese composer Tokiyuki Hirayoshi, evoking scenes of blazing flames.
Its dynamic, intense sonorities and meticulously crafted articulation are beautifully balanced, depicting sparks of fire soaring into the night sky.
The unique irregular meters create a compelling sense of motion, while rhythm patterns reminiscent of Spanish dance elevate the listener’s spirit.
Selected as a required piece for the 2024 PTNA Piano Competition, it is increasingly recognized as a work that supports technical development for piano learners.
Though cast in a minor key, it conveys a vigorous energy without darkness, offering a refreshing exhilaration—like a dance of the heart—when heard on a hot summer night.
Midsummer day!Nogizaka 46
This is a song by the idol group Nogizaka46.
It was released in 2025 as a track on their 39th single.
Chosen as the “Nogizaka46 Meiji Jingu Stadium Performance 10th Memorial Song,” it’s an up-tempo summer tune.
Its bouncy rhythm and liberating melody line feel great, making you want to take off running as soon as you hear it.
The lyrics express feelings for a loved one encountered by chance on a midsummer day, and that sweet-and-sour worldview is part of its charm.
It’s a bright piece that also spotlights the expressive performance of center member Haruka Kaki.