Songs with titles starting with 'O' [Great for karaoke and shiritori!]
Songs with titles starting with “O” often feature unique names—like those using characters meaning “dance” or “gold,” as well as Osaka-themed songs.
They also tend to be great for getting everyone fired up when singing! I can’t think of many off the top of my head, so I want to look some up…
This is a list that might come in handy at such times: songs with titles that start with “O.” Use it when you’re wondering, “What songs start with ‘O’?” and also as a prompt for shiritori or when choosing tracks at karaoke.
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Songs with Titles Starting with “O” [Great for Karaoke & Shiritori!] (131–140)
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Released in November 2018 as the 19th single, this song was newly written as the theme for the TBS Friday drama “A Big Love: With You Who Forget Me.” It’s a gem of a love song that layers the miracle of an unexpected encounter and the memories that remain after parting with a lover onto the small, everyday motif of a donut.
The lyrics heighten the poignancy as they shift from a complementary relationship—“you had everything I was missing”—to a sense of loss recounted in the past tense.
Set at a mid-tempo pace, the melody should be easy to sing at karaoke!
Come here, ShampooNogizaka 46
The title track of their second single, released in May 2012.
Its appeal lies in a breezy melody with a hint of French pop.
The hair swaying in slow motion the moment someone turns, and the scent of shampoo—these images vividly capture the sparkle of youth with a sense of clarity.
Combined with the bright, clear vocals, you’re left feeling refreshed by the end.
It’s the perfect song for when you want to relive the sweet-and-sour feelings of school days or get the energy up at karaoke.
Dancing UndeadNatsuyama Yotsugi × Tonbi
This is a collaborative track by Yotsugi Natsuyama and Tonbi, themed around a Halloween party where the dead rise to dance.
Released in June 2025, it rides on a lively electro swing rhythm to portray inner conflict about being unable to change and the disconnect with others.
The call-and-response between Hatsune Miku, Kagamine Rin, and Kagamine Len is one of its charms.
Capturing the ceaseless dancing of the undead with a danceable beat, this piece is perfect for those who want to get hyped with costumed friends on Halloween night!
Woman in a Late Autumn DrizzleNakayama Rumi
This is a song by Rumi Nakayama, a female enka singer from Osaka.
The third release since her move to Teichiku Records, it’s a bona fide enka piece that portrays a woman’s feelings as she sheds tears over an unattainable love.
The lyrics are by Koyomi Asa and the music by Hiroshi Tokuhisa, a powerhouse duo.
Like a gentle, lingering drizzle, the bittersweet emotions seep into your heart.
Nakayama’s deeply expressive vocals embody the futility of love, and listening will make you empathize with the pain of that romance.
Listening to OliviaAnri
Anri’s hit number “Listening to Olivia.” Thanks to the recent revival boom, it has gained some recognition among younger generations as well.
The song was released in 1978 and became a long-running hit with its distinctive musical style that blends New Music and kayōkyoku.
Its vocal range is somewhat narrow at mid1 G# to high C, and the pitch movement isn’t very drastic.
It’s slightly high for men and slightly low for women, making it highly recommended as a song that can be sung in the original key regardless of gender.
Every time I remember it, I love it even more.Inagaki Jun’ichi & Karashima Midori
This is an original duet single released in February 2011, featuring a collaboration between Junichi Inagaki and Midori Karashima.
Written specifically for them by Yasushi Akimoto and Makoto Mitsui, the song delicately expresses the feeling of growing tenderness that deepens over time when looking back on past loves and memories.
With Yuji Toriyama’s calm arrangement and the two singers’ gently enveloping vocals, it brings both nostalgia and a touch of bittersweetness.
In addition to being used as the theme song for the TBS information program “Hiruobi!,” the promotional video features Chikako Kaku, adding a trendy-drama style that enriches the song’s world.
It’s a perfect track for those who cherish old memories or want to quietly savor a mature love song.
All I Want For Christmas Is YouKimetsu no Yaiba MMD
This is a fan-made MMD video where characters from the hit anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba sing and dance to classic Christmas songs.
Tanjiro, Nezuko, and the Hashira appear one after another, and the choral staging—like weaving a harmony—is dazzling.
The Christmas-themed backdrops, such as snowy landscapes and illuminations, along with the inventive camera work, make it a joy to watch.
Released on platforms like YouTube, it’s highly praised by fans as a video that lets you feel both love for the characters and the festive holiday spirit at the same time.
It’s perfect for gatherings of kids who love Demon Slayer or for family karaoke time.
If you sing while channeling your favorite character, it’s sure to be a hit!