[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!
- A compilation of Vocaloid songs with titles starting with 'Mu'
- Even karaoke beginners can relax! Easy-to-sing songs for men
- A lineup of classic hits! Karaoke songs recommended for the yutori generation
- A roundup of songs with titles that start with “Me” (Melody, Merikuri, and more)
- A compilation of Vocaloid songs with titles that start with “Me”
- A roundup of songs with titles that start with “N” [There are actually more than you’d expect!!]
- A compilation of song titles that start with “Ma”
- A collection of songs with titles that start with “Mi.” Useful for shiritori and karaoke.
- [Karaoke] A Collection of Songs Whose Titles Start with 'Mo'
- Compilation of Vocaloid songs with titles starting with “Mi”
- A compilation of Vocaloid songs with titles that start with 'Mo'
- A roundup of songs that start with “U.” Perfect for shiritori or picking tracks at karaoke!
- Songs with titles that start with a number. Useful for karaoke or playlist selection.
[Karaoke] Compilation of Japanese Songs Starting with “Mu” (71–80)
Speckled BirdSABER TIGER
SABER TIGER is a heavyweight heavy metal band hailing from the northern land and based in Sapporo, active since 1981.
Formed around Akihito Kinoshita, they made their major-label debut in 1997 with Tokuma Japan Communications.
Their debut album Project One featured an all-star lineup, including Ron Keel (ex-Steeler) and Munetaka Higuchi of Loudness.
Later, with vocalist Takenori Shimoyama onboard, they released albums such as Paragraph 3 and Brain Drain, achieving commercial success.
They have earned high praise from the Western metal scene as well, releasing the album Obscure Diversity in 2018 via the overseas label Sliptrick Records.
Their massive sound—blending power metal and progressive elements—is highly recommended for music fans seeking authentic metal.
IgnoreIkuta Erika
Erika Ikuta is known as an artist with a clear, beautiful singing voice and solid technique.
She debuted in 2011 as a first-generation member of Nogizaka46 and, alongside her idol activities, also thrived as a musical theater actress.
After graduating from Nogizaka46 in 2021, she transitioned to a solo career.
In 2024, she released her first EP, “capriccioso,” establishing a unique world that fuses her classical roots with pop music.
Having studied piano since childhood, she boasts numerous accolades, including being a prizewinner in the Piano Division of the 21st Japan Classical Music Competition and receiving the 8th Tokiko Iwatani Encouragement Award.
With a wide repertoire ranging from musical theater classics to pop, Ikuta’s expressive voice captivates listeners’ hearts.
Her music is highly recommended for those seeking encounters with beautiful sound.
MugenPorunogurafiti
This is a song that gained popularity as NHK’s broadcast theme for the 2002 FIFA World Cup.
Released as a single by Porno Graffitti in the same year, it’s included on the album “WORLDILLIA” and the best-of album “PORNO GRAFFITTI BEST RED’S,” among others.
The lyrics, which strikingly depict human emotions wavering between existence, reality, and illusion from a philosophical perspective, are particularly memorable.
Its powerful melody is also captivating—listening to it really sets your heart ablaze! Even now, it continues to resonate with many people as a song that accompanies moving sports moments and turning points in life.
[Karaoke] Compilation of Japanese songs starting with “Mu” (81–90)
Close your hands, open themEO (Eo)
A poignant love song whose translucent vocals and lyrical melodies resonate with the heart.
Released in February 2025 by EO, this work masterfully fuses Kagamine Rin’s cool vocals with a dreamy electronica sound.
The chorus, like waves of sound surging toward you, seems to embody the subtleties of human relationships and the ways hearts drift out of sync.
It’s a must-listen for anyone seeking to heal the pain of heartbreak or grappling with complicated feelings of love.
InfinityJO1
A striking track featuring a powerful beat that fuses EDM and trap elements.
It carries a passionate message about pushing past your limits to keep striving for your dreams.
As JO1’s memorable debut release, it reached No.
1 on the Oricon Daily and Weekly Singles Charts right after its March 2020 release.
With an astonishing first-week sales figure of over 320,000 copies, they became the seventh artist in history to surpass 300,000 copies with a debut single.
The song also secured multiple TV tie-ins, including serving as the ending theme for TV Asahi’s “Sonna Koto Kangaeta Koto Nakatta Quiz! Toriniku tte Nan no Niku!?” An energetic anthem that gently pushes people forward toward their dreams, it resonates as an uplifting support song.
The whistle in my chest still soundsMaekawa Kiyoshi
In Kiyoshi Maekawa’s long career, this single “Mune no Kitete wa Imamo” (The Whistle in My Chest Still Blows), composed by the renowned Takashi Toshimi—who also crafted hits like “Otokoto Onna no Kakera” and “Wakare-kyoku demo Utatte”—was released in 2021 in the Reiwa era.
It has the feel of a wistful medium-tempo ballad, and structurally it’s very close to J-pop, so it seems like a song that’s easy for enka beginners to sing at karaoke.
That said, if you aim to nail it perfectly, vibrato is essential, so if that’s not your strong suit, this song might be a good one to practice your vibrato with!
Songs Without Words, Book I, No. 3, Hunter’s Song, Op. 19Felix Mendelssohn
This piano piece is marked by a powerful, dynamic melody.
Skillfully depicting a hunting scene, it features a brilliant tone reminiscent of horn calls and a refined, delicate rhythm.
Included in the 1832 publication Songs Without Words, Book I, it continues to be cherished by many pianists today.
The excitement and exhilaration of the hunt portrayed in the music will captivate listeners in an instant.
Fully showcasing Felix Mendelssohn’s rich expressive power, this work is perfect for those who enjoy dazzling, energetic performances or wish to experience the piano’s wide expressive range.