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”
- Collection of song titles that start with 'Ni'
- Songs and famous songs with titles that start with “Ne”
- Songs with titles starting with 'Nu' [Great for karaoke & word-chain games!]
- A compilation of Vocaloid songs that start with “Nu”
- A roundup of songs with titles that start with “N” [There are actually more than you’d expect!!]
- Songs with titles starting with “No” (Perfect for karaoke and shiritori!)
- Songs with titles that start with “Sa”: a roundup you can use for shiritori or karaoke
- Recommended for teenage girls! Easy-to-sing karaoke songs
- 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”
- Songs with titles that start with “Su.” A collection of tracks useful for shiritori.
- A compilation of Vocaloid songs with titles starting with “No”
Songs with titles starting with 'Na'. A hint for shiritori! (421–430)
How about I go ahead and do it?Ōe Yutaka
While Hiroshi Oe boasts a wide range of styles—from powerful “male songs” to “female songs” steeped in melancholy—he’s also well-regarded for festival tunes.
Among his festival songs, the one I particularly recommend is Nanka Itcho Yattarokai.
It’s a piece that balances delicacy with strength, offering a broad expressive palette.
The kobushi (ornamental vocal turns) are generally on the easier side, but there’s a spot in the middle of the chorus where a kobushi features slightly intricate pitch shifts, so take care there when singing.
Elsewhere, although the dynamics are quite dramatic, the long tones are short, so you may find it surprisingly easy to sing overall.
Nagori-buneŌizumi Itsurō
A song richly reflecting Japan’s maritime and seafaring culture was released by Itsuro Oizumi in February 2004.
Centered on the voyages of the Kitamaebune and the lives of fishermen, this gem incorporates elements of Japan’s traditional boat songs, the “funauta.” It vividly portrays past journeys, farewells before departure, and the hope of reunion, resonating deeply with listeners.
Notably, Oizumi himself wrote both the lyrics and music, and the profound melody and words beautifully capture Japan’s seascapes and the emotions of fishermen.
This work holds a significant place in Oizumi’s discography, was included in his Complete Collection of 2004, and is beloved by many fans.
It’s a highly recommended piece for anyone with memories tied to the sea and ships.
A flower of no colorUtada Hikaru
I’m deeply moved by Hikaru Utada’s voice as it explores the preciousness of love and the meaning of one’s existence.
Released digitally in February 2024 as the theme song for the drama “You Gave Me Your Heart,” this piece offers comfort to those grappling with loneliness and anxiety, evoking profound empathy.
The lyrics, woven over a gentle melody, feel like a letter to a lover.
Sing it at karaoke, and your feelings will surely resonate in the other person’s heart.
With Utada’s first nationwide tour in about six years now set, fans’ expectations are soaring.
Why not choose this song when spending time with someone special or when you want to express the feelings you’ve kept in your heart?
Song titles that start with “Na.” A hint for shiritori! (431–440)
Tears of the SunAnzai Maria
It’s a passionate song that evokes the scorching summer sun.
Maria Anzai released it in July 1973 as her debut single.
It portrays the heartache of a woman devastated by love, expressed through a blazing sun and tears.
The song was a major hit, peaking at No.
16 on the Oricon charts and selling over 500,000 copies.
It also earned the Newcomer Award at that year’s Japan Record Awards.
Blending an exotic tone with a distinctly kayōkyoku-style melody, it remains a beloved classic of Japanese pop.
It’s recommended for moments when you want to soothe the pain of a broken heart or nostalgically look back on your youth.
The High-Class Mermaid of the ShoreKoizumi Kyoko
This is a song by Kyoko Koizumi that captures the sparkle of youth and the freshness of summer.
Released in March 1984, it reached number one on the Oricon weekly chart.
Its bright, lighthearted melody and lyrics that express a lovestruck girl’s feelings are particularly memorable.
Depicting a beachside romance, it deftly conveys the exhilaration of youth and those sweet-and-sour emotions.
It’s perfect as driving music when you feel like reminiscing about summer memories!
Don’t cry.Yamakawa Yutaka
Among the masterpieces of enka, this song is known for blending poignancy with hope.
Yutaka Yamakawa’s gentle voice gives listeners the courage to overcome past sorrows and move toward the future.
Released in February 2010 and used as the theme song for the TBS drama “Inochi no Genba kara 7,” it has become one of Yamakawa’s signature songs.
Performed at a wedding or reception, it can express both blessings for the newlyweds’ new beginning and encouragement for the life ahead.
It’s also recommended for the after-party as a heartwarming number that everyone can sing together as one.
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!
