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!
- A compilation of Vocaloid songs with titles that start with “Na”
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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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- A compilation of Vocaloid songs with titles starting with “No”
Songs with titles starting with “Na”. Hints for shiritori! (291–300)
Tears on My BirthdayHOUND DOG
Released in 1982 by HOUND DOG, this song resonated with many as a ballad about the end of a romance.
Carried by a powerful rock sound, it conveys the protagonist’s regret and lingering feelings.
The lyrics depicting a breakup are brought to life by Yasuhira Otomo’s emotionally rich vocals.
Put out by Sony Music, this track gently envelops the pain of heartbreak, turning unhealed wounds into cherished memories.
It’s a song you’ll want to listen to on a quiet night, together with the memory of a love you still can’t forget.
Nanairo Happinessiruka aisu
A gentle, heartwarming track whose sparkling electronic sounds will make you feel happy.
Created by Iruka Ice, a Vocaloid producer known for cute electropop, it was released in August 2021.
Riding an up-tempo beat, Miku’s bright vocals race forward.
The catchy melody line leaves a strong impression, with each tone shining like a vividly colored rainbow.
When you want to convey your gratitude to someone important, this song is sure to give courage to those feelings.
Conditions for TearsTeresa Ten
The famous song “Conditions for Tears” is memorable for its A-melody with a reggae-like rhythm.
You might expect it to continue in a reggae style, but from the B-melody, distinctly kayōkyoku (Japanese pop) phrases appear.
Because this transition is extremely natural, you won’t feel any awkwardness when singing.
Despite the song’s pronounced shifts in color, the vocal line is crafted to be rather simple.
Precisely because it’s simple, you need to create excitement through dynamics, so be mindful of balancing your volume between the A-melody, B-melody, and the chorus when you sing.
Don’t cry, Glory Moon.Saitō Kazuyoshi
Singer-songwriter Kazuyoshi Saito has been active for many years, and he continues to release new songs without changing his style.
His latest track is “Naku na Glory Moon.” Although it’s crafted as a refreshing rock piece, its vocal range is quite narrow and is largely centered in the mid-to-low register throughout.
If you slightly lower the pitch and aim for a fuller tone at the start of each section, you can emphasize the depth and richness of your voice.
Give it a try as a reference.
Embracing SummerTUBE
With a sound that evokes clear blue skies and a shining sun, this is a quintessential summer song from TUBE.
It conveys a love so intense it keeps you awake at night, expressed through passionate lyrics and melody.
The protagonist’s once-in-a-lifetime feelings are sure to stir memories of bittersweet love that many have experienced.
Released in May 1994, this smash hit topped the Oricon charts and sold 940,000 copies.
It was also featured in a Toyota Corolla Ceres commercial and has become a karaoke staple loved by many.
It’s the perfect track to share with close friends or colleagues as you reminisce and look back together on life’s milestones.
I’ll say it tens of thousands of times: I love you.WEST.
Debuting in April 2014 as a powerhouse group carrying on the Kansai Johnny’s lineage, WEST.
has earned popularity with highly entertaining performances that blend the distinctive vocals and dance of its seven members with the lighthearted humor characteristic of Kansai.
Since their debut, they have continued to release a diverse range of works, and in 2021 their captivating album “rainboW” was selected as one of the Best 5 Albums at the 36th Japan Gold Disc Awards.
Leveraging the strength of all members being from the Kansai region, they are active across a wide spectrum including stage productions, dramas, and variety shows.
With their unique style that fuses music and comedy, they deliver live performances that are bright, uplifting, and full of energy.
Songs with titles that start with “Na.” Hints for shiritori! (301–310)
A toast to the nameless flowerYamamoto Jōji
This is a superb masterpiece whose melody, crafted by the renowned composer Tetsuya Gen—who has provided many songs for Joji Yamamoto since the 2000s—radiates a universal appeal! Released as a single in 2005, it also features excellent lyrics by Rei Shirooka, who brilliantly depicts the image of a clumsy man.
Although the song is in a major key, it somehow carries a hint of wistfulness and melancholy, and Yamamoto’s performance—fully embodying the protagonist and delivering it flawlessly—is nothing short of remarkable.
While the fundamental techniques of enka appear throughout, it isn’t overly idiosyncratic; the vocal range is average and the overall key is low, making it perhaps an ideal practice song for beginners to enka.
Producing low notes like Yamamoto’s is surprisingly more difficult than the higher parts, so be sure to focus on vocalization that keeps the lyrics clearly intelligible!
