[Karaoke] A Collection of Songs Whose Titles Start with 'Mo'
At karaoke, people sometimes set various rules, like singing songs by the same artist or choosing based on song titles.
One fun idea is to pick a letter from the Japanese syllabary and sing “songs that start with ___.”
In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of songs that start with “mo,” so feel free to use this as a reference for your next karaoke session.
Many of these tracks feature sentimental words like “moshi” (if) and “mou” (already/no longer), so it can be nice to think about the lyrics’ meaning or imagine the story as you sing.
Be sure to check out these “mo”-starting songs by artists who’ve been active from the Showa era through Heisei and into Reiwa.
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[Karaoke] Compilation of Songs with Titles Starting with “Mo” (411–420)
Nostalgic Cape TappiRyūsei
Ayato Saisei is an enka singer from Iwamizawa, Hokkaido, well known as a disciple of Takashi Hosokawa.
He began studying folk songs at age five and Tsugaru shamisen at seven, cultivating a strong foundation in traditional music from an early age.
At around eleven, he came under the tutelage of Takashi Hosokawa, one of Japan’s top performers, and made his debut in 2019.
His greatest appeal is, above all, his vocal technique.
Not only does his singing style resemble Hosokawa’s, but his vocal ability is of exceptionally high quality.
If you’re looking for a serious, young enka singer, be sure to check him out.
Pink sighTokunaga Hideaki
Mariko Takahashi’s classic song “Momo-iro Toiki” is hugely popular among adult women, and many women sing it at karaoke.
Hideaki Tokunaga has covered the song, giving it an even deeper, mellower feel and elevating it into a masterpiece you’ll want to listen to alone late at night.
more kyun slavesenritsu kannano
Kano Senritsu, who performs as a member of the idol groups femme fatale and Akuma no Kiss, has a diverse background and has gained popularity mainly through her activity on social media.
The song she sings, “more-kyun Dorei,” is an idol track with a somewhat wistful and thrilling atmosphere.
A version arranged with a fast-paced dance beat is being used on TikTok.
It’s a perfect song for moving your arms to match the chorus phrase or striking a signature pose.
Be sure to take in its unique message, full of various charms.
Go all out, more flashy!Tomatsu Haruka
This is the upbeat theme song for Eri Takenashi’s signature work Kannagi, a romantic comedy with the groundbreaking premise of “the heroine is a god,” directed by the much-discussed Yutaka Yamamoto at the time.
It’s sung by the popular voice actress Haruka Tomatsu, who played Nagi.
Back then, it was a transitional period when an unprecedented trend emerged: songs from hit anime began breaking into the Oricon charts, and the popularity of late-night anime steadily grew.
This track was also a hit that helped accelerate that momentum and remains enduringly popular.
Its refreshing sound is like the blazing sunshine of a summer day.
A Small Restaurant in the ForestTeshima Aoi
Set to a waltz rhythm, the gentle tale of a small restaurant deep in the forest unfolds.
With Aoi Teshima’s clear, translucent voice guiding listeners into a mysterious world, this piece aired on NHK’s “Minna no Uta” from April to May 2023 and captured many hearts.
Though the melody sounds charming at first, the lyrics conceal a deeper meaning.
There are expressions that evoke the end of life and parting from someone dear, giving the song a profoundness that allows for many personal interpretations.
Why not listen when you’re a little worn out by daily life or want to remember someone special? It is widely used in soothing short videos.
Pink TyphoonHaruna Runa
This is the opening theme for the anime Yuuna and the Haunted Hot Springs, based on a Jump manga.
It’s sung by Luna Haruna, who is also active as a fashion model, and was released in 2018 as her 12th single.
The song has an idol-pop finish and gives a very cute impression.
Its style matches Haruna’s adorable vocals perfectly.
The lyrics overflow with feelings for the person she loves.
It makes you wish you could meet someone who likes you this much.
Definitely give it a listen when you want to boost your romantic mood.
Mogami River Boat SongAsakura Saya
One of Japan’s three fastest-flowing rivers, the Mogami River runs through Yamagata Prefecture and is the subject of the folk song “Mogamigawa Funauta.” The Mogami River was indispensable to logistics in Yamagata and the song was passed down as a boatmen’s work song for transporting rice and salt.
It’s said that river ports thrived thanks to this song from the Edo period through the Taisho era.
This is a piece rooted in the Mogami River, which supported Yamagata’s economy; its lyrics mix in the Yamagata dialect and make for an entertaining listen.
It’s also known as a signature song of folk singer Saya Asakura.
Be sure to check it out!
