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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' (271–280)

Moon CringKōda Kumi

Koda Kumi / “Moon Crying” (from the new album “WINTER of LOVE”)
Moon CringKōda Kumi

A breakup song by the artist Kumi Koda, who enjoys overwhelming support from women sharing the same gender.

Among her many hits and karaoke favorites, this one is especially popular.

Its lyrics, which portray the pain of heartbreak, have made it a classic breakup song beloved even by those who aren’t her fans.

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] A Compilation of Japanese Songs Starting with “Mu” (281–290)

MU-JOYashiro Aki

MU-JO is a work distinguished by its passionate guitar intro.

Aki Yashiro is known for her diverse vocal style that incorporates jazz, blues, and chanson, but among those, this piece stands out for its soulful vocals.

In terms of genre, it’s like a blend of Showa-era kayōkyoku and rock, while the vocals exhibit characteristics of blues and soul.

Although the track has a strong, powerful feel, the overall vocal range is kept relatively narrow, and there are few long sustained notes.

Despite its intensity, the vocals themselves are rather straightforward, making it unquestionably an easy song to sing.

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.