Songs with titles that start with “Na.” A hint for shiritori!
Do any songs come to mind that start with “na”? There are lots of words that begin with “na” and seem likely to be used in song titles—like “natsu” (summer), “nagisa” (beach), and “namae” (name).
In this article, we’ll introduce a bunch of songs with titles that start with “na.” Feel free to use this as a reference for shiritori using only song titles, or for karaoke shiritori where you pick the next song based on the last letter of the previous title.
Let’s dive right in!
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- Songs with titles that start with a number. Useful for karaoke or playlist selection.
- A compilation of Vocaloid songs with titles that start with “N”
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Songs with titles that start with “Na.” Hints for shiritori! (221–230)
Summer MorningHeino Kasuki
How about a piano piece brimming with refreshing clarity—one that makes you want to take a deep breath in the shimmering light of an early summer morning? Composed by Heino Kaski and known as Op.
35-1 “Summer Morning,” this work is said to have been written in the early 1920s.
It features a crystalline transparency that evokes the pure air of the Nordic countries, along with a gentle yet deeply affecting lyricism.
Delicate trills sparkle like dappling sunlight through leaves, inviting the listener into a state of pleasant ease.
It’s a captivating piece woven by Heino Kaski.
Highly recommended for those who want a cool, soothing moment in the heat of the season, or who wish to quietly immerse themselves in a beautiful melody.
Listening to this work will help you forget the busyness of everyday life.
You can also experience its charm on pianist Izumi Tateno’s album “Piano Works.”
Summer PatternKinKi Kids
This is KinKi Kids’ 23rd single, whose blend of a nostalgic Okinawan scale and Showa-era pop melody strikes a chord.
The melody and lyrics conjure scenes of summers gone by, tightening the chest and inviting many listeners to bask in that wistful nostalgia.
Released in July 2006, the song debuted at No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Chart, extending their streak of consecutive No.
1 releases since debut to 23.
It’s also included on the album “I album -iD-.” This is a song that gently keeps you company on summer evenings when you want to sink into memories with a touch of sentimentality.
Sister Summer of the SeasideNEWS
A refreshing song by NEWS that makes you want to bask in the summer sun.
This track is sung from a male perspective, capturing admiration for an older woman he meets by the seaside and sparkling summer memories—it’s enough to make your heart flutter just by listening.
Released in July 2013 as their 17th single, it debuted at No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.
Frequently performed on music shows, it’s a beloved summer classic.
Put it on during a summer drive or at the beach to take the excitement to the next level!
Summer comes aroundPEOPLE 1
It skillfully captures the languid atmosphere of a summer night and the aching longing to be reunited with someone important.
At the same time, the chorus carries a bright, encouraging message, as if reflecting the tangled emotions of a fleeting summer.
The song first appeared on PEOPLE 1’s debut CD single “GOLD,” released in May 2023, with the title track also known as the opening theme for the TV anime “Ranking of Kings: The Treasure Chest of Courage.” PEOPLE 1’s signature alternative sound and lively beat seem perfectly suited both as BGM for a slightly drowsy summer afternoon and for those sentimental feelings at dusk.
Nagisa’s ‘…..’ushiroyubi-sasaregumi
It’s a quintessentially 80s idol-style song that pours a wavering summer-beach heart into a bright yet somehow bittersweet melody.
The suggestive symbol in the title hints at unspoken feelings or words left to the imagination, giving listeners a sweet, tangy pang.
The harmonies woven by the two members of Ushiroyubi Sasaregumi beautifully capture both the sparkle of summer and the fleeting nature of youth, making your heart tighten before you know it.
Released in August 1986 as their fourth single, it was used as the third opening theme for the Fuji TV anime “High School! Kimengumi,” from episodes 37 to 49, and it remains etched in the memories of many fans along with the show.
If you listen to it when you want to recall a summer from back then, or during a slightly sentimental twilight, the excitement of that time may vividly come rushing back.
Eddie in SummerRīgaru Rirī
Let me introduce a song that awakens that unique mix of excitement and wistfulness at the very moment summer begins.
Featured on Regal Lily’s album “kirin,” released in August 2024, this track delicately depicts summer scenes and the subtle sway of the heart through Honoka Takahashi’s poetic lyrics and crystalline vocals.
It captures the fresh innocence of sensing the start of summer through details of a crush’s outfit, and trying to connect by sharing the music they love, all while expressing—over Regal Lily’s signature alternative sound—the brilliance of irreplaceable summer memories, as if “a single instant could last a lifetime.” The song was also performed at their 2025 summer solo concert “Summer Triangle,” captivating many in the audience.
It’s a perfect number for a summer drive or for quietly slipping into thought at dusk.
Songs with titles starting with “Na.” Hints for shiritori! (231–240)
Summer RadioTokunaga Hideaki
Hideaki Tokunaga’s clear, translucent voice vividly captures the sadness of summer’s end and the faint memories of young love.
The lyrics paint scenes like a kiss in an inlet and the sound of a radio heard from a boat in a sudden evening shower.
It brings to mind a bittersweet page of youth, like a scene from a short film.
Released in July 1986 as his second single, the song was also included on his album “radio” in August of the same year.
It’s perfect for moments of quiet reflection on a summer evening or as a companion on a drive.