Songs with titles starting with “No” (Perfect for karaoke and shiritori!)
You probably can’t immediately think of many song titles that start with “no,” can you?
There are relatively many words you don’t often hear in everyday life, and lots of them have English titles.
Things like “Nobody…,” “Note,” “NOT…,” and so on.
There are also memorable masterpiece tracks that symbolize the artists themselves.
I’ve put together a list of song titles that might be useful when you want to look something up—just a bit…!
Feel free to use it not only when you’re curious about what songs start with “no,” but also as a prompt for shiritori word games or when choosing songs at karaoke.
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Songs with titles starting with “No” (for karaoke and shiritori too!) (21–30)
no rain no rainbowHY
Even when something sad happens, this song overflows with positive energy that makes you believe hope awaits beyond it.
Like a rainbow across the sky after the rain, this piece brightens the listener’s heart; it’s the opening track of the album “RAINBOW,” released in June 2019.
Created with the image of the band, celebrating their 20th anniversary, sharing the excitement with fans at live shows, it’s the perfect song for when you need a little push forward.
NOT FOUNDMr.Children
While they’re best known for delicate love songs, they also have rock numbers that channel raw emotions head-on.
Among those, this track is especially stirring.
Released as a single in August 2000, it’s widely known as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Bus Stop.” It’s also featured early on in the album Q, released the same year, and stands out for the band’s powerful ensemble performance.
The song’s theme is the struggle to find answers that remain elusive, and the earnest vocals in the chorus leave a strong impression.
The unpolished, visceral sound seems to give voice to feelings with nowhere to go.
If you want to confront the unanswered questions within yourself, give this powerful performance a listen.
Songs with titles starting with “No”/“No-” [Great for karaoke and shiritori!] (31–40)
NautilusYorushika
It’s a track whose sound evokes a fantastical deep sea and whose poignant lyrics signal the story’s finale, striking straight to the heart.
Yorushika is the music duo of composer n-buna and vocalist suis.
Nautilus, which closes the concept album Elma released in August 2019, is a beautiful ballad also known as the main theme for the Drama Koshien production “Kotonoha.” The visual expression in its music video also drew attention, and the way it unfolds—from a quiet monologue to an outpouring of emotion—deeply moves listeners.
The vocal range isn’t particularly wide, but by focusing on the contrast between delicate breathiness and the powerful chorus, you can get closer to its world.
It’s a soul-stirring masterpiece, perfect for sleepless nights or when you want to quietly savor the lingering afterglow of a story.
Noda Noda ☆ DADADAsatapan P
With its bouncing beat and the relentless chant of “noda,” this is an intense denpa song that will stick in your head.
Vocaloid producer Satapan-P’s track “Noda Noda☆DADADA” was released in January 2026.
Featuring Zundamon on vocals, the song’s excessive catchiness is its charm.
The accelerating rhythm and rapid-fire wordplay leave an unforgettable impact after just one listen.
It’s perfect when you want a boost of energy or to clear your mind.
Like a flower that blooms in the fieldGACKT
It’s a moving number that began from a promise made on a radio program, and is also known for GACKT’s surprise appearance at the Hyogo Prefectural Maiko High School graduation ceremony, where he performed it.
Its simple, acoustic guitar–based arrangement allows the vocals—packed with a fierce determination to chase one’s dreams—to strike straight to the heart.
Released as a single in February 2007 and also aired on NHK’s “Minna no Uta,” it’s likely many people remember it.
This song is perfect for graduates stepping into the future while carrying the sadness of parting.
When you feel like you’re about to falter, or when you want to believe in yourself and move forward, listening to it will gently nudge you from behind and surely give you a warm sense of courage.
Nobody Knowsmilet
Included on the double A-side single “I still / Nobody Knows,” released in February 2025, it was written specifically as an insert song for the film “Unknown Girlfriend,” in which she made her debut as an actress.
She penned the lyrics herself, infusing them with a resolve to step toward a version of herself that no one knows yet.
The music video was directed by filmmaker Takahiro Miki and was also used in the movie.
It’s a song we especially recommend to those embarking on new challenges or searching for their true selves.
Nozomi, Hokorobireinou
It’s a single that leaves a mysterious afterglow, as if hope and fraying seams sprout at the same time.
Created by Vocaloid producer reinou, it was released in December 2025.
The vocals feature KAFU, with visuals by Ozora Danjo.
It’s a contribution to Ozora Danjo’s compilation project “Shokubutsuen” (Botanical Garden), themed around “Hanasinobu” (Jacob’s ladder).
The track portrays an earnest wish for someone you love, and its stylish sound—where band textures meld with electronic arrangements—offers plenty to savor.
If you’ve ever felt your heart waver between your true feelings and how others see you, this will surely resonate.