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[Karaoke] A collection of Japanese songs that start with “Mu”
There are times when, right at the moment you need to pick a song at karaoke, you find yourself thinking, “What should I sing…?” Even if you usually listen to music, when the time comes, you can’t think of any song titles.
So this time, we’ve put together a feature that’s perfect for moments like that: a showcase of Japanese songs whose titles start with the syllable “mu.” We’ve picked works from a wide range of eras, so if you go through them in order, I’m sure you’ll come across songs you recognize!
[Karaoke] Compilation of Japanese songs starting with “Mu” (1–10)
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How about a heartwarming love song with a churchy sound rooted in gospel, ringing pleasantly in your ears? It’s a track by BE:FIRST, a seven-member dance and vocal group from BMSG led by SKY-HI.
As symbolized by the repeated calling of a loved one’s name, their vocals sing of a clumsy yet straightforward love that never fails to stir the heart with every listen.
Included on the single “GRIT,” set for release in May 2025, this song was created as the theme for the Fuji TV drama “Nami Uraraka ni, Meoto Biyori.” It’s the perfect number for those moments when you want to be wrapped in kindness and be reminded of how precious your loved one truly is.
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The way the scene gradually opens up from the darkness and the gentle melody befitting the end of the day really lingers in your ears, doesn’t it? Even while carrying pain and loneliness, the worldview of the lyrics—quietly trying to make it through the night—seems to gently stay close to the hearts of those of us living today.
Released in March 2021, marking the 30th anniversary of their major debut, this piece was written as the ending theme for TBS’s news program “news23.” It was later included on the album “Himitsu Studio.” Listening alone in the stillness of late night, reflecting on the day, you might even feel a faint hope for tomorrow.
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It’s an insanely addictive EDM tune where the visuals and music fuse into one and rattle your brain.
Created by Vocaloid producer Barbapapa, it was released in December 2025.
Despite the surreal, vaguely unsettling atmosphere, before you know it you’ve surrendered your body to its distinctive beat.
It blends the hedonistic appeal of dance music with a playful sense of “dislocation,” creating a truly one-of-a-kind groove.
If you’re craving something a little offbeat and stimulating, definitely give it a listen.
Muchako’s Songmuchatanuki
This is a work released to the world by the gaming streamer Yukkuri Mucha-Tanuki.
It was released in October 2025.
It’s a character song featuring his own character, Muchako, as the protagonist, with lyrics and composition by Manmanmanzai and vocals by Hatsune Miku.
The lyrics carefully depict Muchako’s visuals and personality—even down to details like her sanpaku eyes and the absolute zone of her knee-high socks—set against the everyday routine of facing a display in a dark room.
The chorus is incredibly catchy and addictive, the kind that makes you want to hum along!
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An up-tempo four-on-the-floor number shrouded in a sense of foreboding from start to finish.
Released in December 2025, it was created as the title track for a nationwide tour of the same name.
Its steady, regimented beat is structured to heighten a feeling of impatience, while the lyrics evoke a paradoxical sense that connecting with others only deepens one’s isolation, along with imagery of self-loathing writhing from within.
The suffocating, inescapable pressure closes in from both the words and the sound.
It’s a track I’d recommend to anyone who can’t quite put into words the swirling haze churning in the depths of their heart.
The Impossible Evolution TheoryNanawo Akari
An irresistibly addictive up-tempo track with chants that stick in your ears! This song by Nanawo Akari is her 10th single, released in July 2025.
It was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime “There’s No Way I Can Be Your Girlfriend, No Way! (Wait—Maybe It Wasn’t Impossible!?)”.
The lyrics portray a shy, introverted protagonist mustering the courage to change for the person she likes—highly relatable.
The exhilarating sound pairs perfectly with Nanawo Akari’s cute, high-toned vocals! Let’s get everyone at the venue to join in with the call-and-response!
Sakura no Sora-sensei who praises you endlesslyGYARI
This song by GYARI was released in December 2018.
It features Sakurano Sora as the teacher and Tsumaki Maki as the student, portraying a story where a teacher wholeheartedly affirms a student anxious about their future and career path.
The funky bassline and brass-like synths feel great, and the comical back-and-forth is another highlight.
If you’re feeling a bit nervous before graduation, listening to this will surely lift your spirits.