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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] Collection of Japanese Songs Starting with “Mu” (261–270)

Heartless DreamSagawa Mitsuo

Heartless Dream ~ Song by Mitsuo Sagawa
Heartless DreamSagawa Mitsuo

Mitsuo Sagawa is a singer whose deep, resonant voice touches the heart.

Born in 1939, he is a true veteran who has continued to support the enka world to this day.

His musical career began in 1960, and in particular, his 1961 song “Mujou no Yume” became a major hit, selling 180,000 copies.

His voice carries the weight of life and leaves a deep impression on listeners.

He has also found success as an actor, appearing in many works.

In 2016, he reached a major milestone with the 55th anniversary of his career in entertainment, yet he continues to bring new music to audiences, inspiring many.

His voice conveys the profound sentiment of enka and a timeless universality.

[Karaoke] A collection of Japanese songs that start with “Mu”

A child with a cavity’s birthdaysakushi sakkyoku: Minami Ranbō

The Birthday of a Child with a Cavity (♪ Tomorrow morning is my birthday~) by Himawari 🌻 With Lyrics | NHK Minna no Uta | Children's Song | The birthday of a child with a decayed tooth
A child with a cavity's birthdaysakushi sakkyoku: Minami Ranbō

[Karaoke] Collection of Japanese Songs Starting with “Mu” (261–270)

Close It, Open ItSakushi: Fushō / Sakkyoku: Jan Jyakku Rusō

Let’s enjoy “Musunde Hiraite” with children who are getting better at imitation.

The song incorporates various actions like opening and closing hands and raising and lowering arms to the music.

Watching the teacher’s example and copying it is fun for children.

You’ll see all kinds of expressions—smiling, serious, and more.

The key is to sing at a slow tempo so it’s easy to imitate.

Spend a wonderful time with the adorable children as they express themselves with all their might in their little bodies.

Turn Left, Turn RightHikari Ryo

Michael Wong [Turn Left, Turn Right] TV drama 'Turn Left, Turn Right' ending theme Official Music Video
Turn Left, Turn RightHikari Ryo

In Taiwan, Guangliang (Michael Wong) is popularly known as the “Prince of Love Songs,” written as 情歌王子.

This is the theme song for the TV drama adaptation of the famous Taiwanese story Turn Left, Turn Right, which was also made into a film starring Takeshi Kaneshiro.

The song delivers a gentle yet powerful message to a loved one: “No matter the hardships, I will overcome them and surely reach the place where you are waiting.”

[Karaoke] Compilation of Japanese songs starting with 'Mu' (271–280)

HeartbeatUchi Izaki Uten, Izaki Hisashi (FLAME)

They were a male dance-vocal unit formerly under Rising Production, selected in 2000 through the Junon Superboy Contest.

Among the four members, Uten Izaki and Hisato Izaki are from Osaka.

Unfortunately, they officially disbanded on March 1, 2010.

Afterwards, the two changed agencies and formed a unit called EMALF—FLAME spelled backward—but that group went on hiatus in 2015.

Dream FlowerEn Hiroshi

Hiroshi Madoka is a singer-songwriter born in 1953, widely known for his classic song Yumesouka, released in 1978.

The track was also used in a Japan Airlines commercial, and its chorus phrase is especially famous.

As one of Madoka’s signature works, the song expresses lingering feelings about a past romance.

Its distinctive message can evoke memories for women in their 50s, offering a pleasant sense of nostalgia along with fresh courage.

In particular, this gentle yet powerful song is recommended for those looking to take a new step forward.

Musashikanmuri jiro

Jiro Kanmuri / Musashi [“Kanmuri Revolution” PV Ver.]
Musashikanmuri jiro

Sung by enka heavyweight Jiro Kanmuri, this piece is a captivating song that fuses a powerful vocal style with Japanese tradition.

Using the life of Miyamoto Musashi as its motif, it delves deeply into life’s choices and solitude.

Released by Nippon Columbia in April 1993, it also became a popular track included on the album “Tokusenshu Kan Jiro / Musashi” the same year.

While it’s by no means an easy song to sing, its upbeat, rock-inflected elements make it surprisingly singable if you go for it and have fun.