Songs and famous songs with titles that start with “Ne”
We’re going to introduce songs whose titles start with “Ne.”
When you hear “songs that start with ‘Ne,’” how many come to mind?
Maybe your favorite artist has one that pops right up, maybe your go-to karaoke song starts with “Ne,” or maybe nothing comes to mind at all.
Take a moment to think, and then enjoy this article like checking your answers!
We’re covering a variety—old and new, band tracks and idol songs—so browse it like a karaoke list for “Ne,” have fun, and use it as a reference for anything you like!
Songs with titles starting with 'Ne' or 'Ne-' (Well-known songs, 1–10)
catNEW!DISH//
Written and composed by Aimyon and released in 2017 featuring Takumi Kitamura’s heartrending vocals, the song became a massive hit after his one-take performance on THE FIRST TAKE in 2020, and has since become a signature track with over 200 million streams.
Kitamura is known for his chest-voice singing, delivering powerful high notes in full voice rather than falsetto.
For male singers, the range can be quite high, so explosive power is important.
Try to project as if you’re sending the sound far, without shouting.
Asleep or awakeNEW!Porukadotto Sutingurei
This is a very upbeat, danceable track that serves as the ending theme for a beloved kids’ anime.
With its poppy, rhythmic melody and a theme brimming with deep affection for the story, it’s truly captivating.
Released in October 2025 as the ending theme for the new chapter of the TV anime “Pokémon,” the song is also included on the album “GekirIN.” Created by Polkadot Stingray, it features an energetic, up-tempo rhythm that’s perfect for school sports days and dance activities! Kids can get into character as their favorites and move their bodies to the fullest.
The lively, cute dances with free-form choreography are sure to bring a smile to parents’ faces as well.
NEGAINEW!Hana MEN gumi
HanaMEN-gumi is an idol group that carries Showa- and Heisei-era kayō pops into the next generation.
Their single “NEGAI,” released in March 2026, sparked a major response, debuting at No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Enka/Kayō Singles chart.
It’s a kayō ballad about setting off with hope for the future while thinking of a precious someone who has gone away.
Its beautiful harmonies and dramatic sound draw you in just by listening.
Wish ~To You Back Then~NEW!Mirei Touyama
A love song that’s been getting attention for creating an emo vibe even in MixChannel lyric videos.
It expresses, in down-to-earth words, the bittersweet feelings of looking back on past love—nostalgia for the fun days and a touch of regret.
Based on Dozi-T’s classic and released by Mirei Toyama in July 2017, this answer song was later included on her August 2018 album “Answer.” Her expansive, beautiful vocals resonate deeply in the heart.
It’s the perfect track for anyone who wants to feel that flutter while remembering an old romance, or for those who want to create a calm, emotional video with friends.
Many listeners will surely find themselves deeply relating to it and getting completely drawn in!
Sleepless nightNEW!In Man
Hailing from Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, rapper Inman has stood out through freestyle battles.
Released in April 2026, his new track “Sleepless Night” marks his first solo song in about a year.
The warm, minimal piano-driven sound and the candid expressions of gratitude and love, written in down-to-earth language, resonate pleasantly.
You may find yourself moved not only by his technique, but by his willingness to convey raw, unpolished emotions straight from the heart.
It’s a gentle yet deeply personal song that keeps you company on quiet nights when you want to be alone with your thoughts, or when you want to reaffirm your feelings for someone important.
Sleeping Beauty (feat. IA)NEW!Guiano
A bittersweet yet beautiful Vocaloid song that gently stays close to the pain sleeping deep in your heart.
It’s a track by Guiano, a beloved Vocaloid producer known for a unique musicality that defies genre, released in May 2018.
The delicate, floating feel of the electronic sounds, the wistful chord progression, and IA’s crystal-clear vocal lines intertwine exquisitely, quietly stirring the listener’s heart.
The lyrics, depicting loss and feelings that can’t be conveyed, sink in deeply on nights when you feel crushed by your own powerlessness.
Also included on the album “Love & Music,” this piece is sure to become a song that stays beside you—someone who, while carrying loneliness and pent-up feelings, prays for another’s recovery.
NEIRONEW!KAT-TUN
This is a hidden gem included on KAT-TUN’s fourth album, “Break the Records -by you & for you-,” released in April 2009.
The album generated major buzz, taking the top spot on the monthly Oricon chart and earning Platinum certification.
Through words like “a place to return to” and “a guidepost,” this song gently sings of deep gratitude and bonds with someone precious.
It’s a warm, emotional ballad that stands in contrast to KAT-TUN’s aggressive, cool image.
It’s a song that stays close to the heart—one you’ll want to listen to while imagining that moment near the end of a live show when the entire venue becomes one.