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 and shiritori!] (331–340)
I remembered my hometown.Niinuma Kenji
A deep affection for one’s hometown seeps into the heart.
Sung by Kenji Niinuma, a native of Ofunato City in Iwate Prefecture, this gentle piece wraps the scenery of his hometown and family memories in a warm embrace.
Released as a single by Nippon Columbia in April 2025, it features a warmly crafted sound that blends nostalgia with modern arrangements.
His expansive, expressive vocals softly stir the listener’s memories.
If you live away from your hometown or carry thoughts of your family close to your heart, please give it a listen.
I stole your boyfriend.Яu-a
Ru-a is attracting attention as a multi-creator who keeps delivering viral hits born on social media.
Her appeal lies in a unique sound that fuses hyperpop, alternative pop, and hip-hop, paired with candid, bare-all lyrics.
She began her career in 2023, releasing tracks on TikTok and SoundCloud before dropping her debut single in January 2024.
She also produces her own tracks, and has garnered strong support—especially among younger listeners—with feats like staying on Spotify’s Viral Chart for roughly 200 consecutive days.
Spurred by a breakup, she committed to self-expression through music, and continues to release songs that capture an internet-era sensibility.
Her works openly portray raw emotions—like loneliness and self-loathing—that many people living today experience, making them a perfect fit for listeners seeking highly relatable music.
Only HumanK
A dramatic ballad by K that shines a light of hope, telling us that “beyond sorrow lies a smile.” Chosen as the theme song for the drama One Litre of Tears, the piece portrays people who keep looking forward even as they face life’s hardships.
When you’re exhausted, when you stop and wonder if things are okay as they are, this song gently gives you a push.
Released in November 2005, it reached No.
5 on the Oricon charts.
It’s also included on the album Beyond the Sea and continues to be cherished as one of K’s signature works.
Its tender, enveloping vocals are sure to give you strength.
Memories shabadabaPinokio P
A tear-jerking message song that paints memories of the four seasons.
Released by PinocchioP in November 2011, “Omoide Shabadaba.” The lyrics retrace time spent with a precious person in down-to-earth words, and as you listen, it really hits you in the tear ducts.
It naturally brings to mind someone dear you can no longer meet.
It’s a Vocaloid track whose flavor deepens the more carefully you listen.
Songs with Titles Starting with 'O' [Great for Karaoke & Shiritori!] (341–350)
Tomboy Hourbashaguma kaede
A lively, upbeat number with a fun, rhythmic groove.
“Otenba Hour Horse” is a track by Shama Kaede, released in April 2024.
It was produced as a song for the Kotonoha Sisters Birth Festival 2024.
Akane and Aoi’s vibrant vocals are energized by driving guitar and bass, resulting in a dynamic finish.
The choral work by a diverse lineup of vocaloids—including Tsuina-chan and Mai—is also superb.
Dive into this retro-pop world and get hooked!
Osaka Love TourMasuiyama Daishirō / Hino Mika
This is a masterpiece of enka that evocatively portrays the romance between a man and a woman set against the rainy streets of Osaka’s Midosuji, Ebisubashi, and Dotonbori.
Released in December 1984 by Taishiro Masuiyama and Mika Hino, this duet showcases their distinctive voices in exquisite harmony.
Masuiyama’s sweet, whisper-like vocals blend beautifully with Hino’s clear, transparent singing, and the wistful melody resonates deeply in the heart.
It’s a song so charming that you’ll want to sing it together with someone special.
Don’t Be Afraid ~ nuh afraid ~ (feat. Ariwa, Jr. Santa & U the Starr)ZendaMan
An exhilarating track that blends empowering messages with a powerful sound.
Based in Jamaica, ZendaMan sings about the strength to keep moving forward over a groovy beat born from the local music scene.
The distinctive flows of the four artists—Ariwa, Jr.
Santa, and U the Starr joining ZendaMan—are another highlight.
Featured on the album “Neo-Tokiwa,” released by MEDZ MUSIC in June 2024, it offers a stylish, modern reggae sound that resonates pleasantly.
It’s an uplifting anthem perfect for when you’re feeling down or ready to take a new step forward—especially recommended for female listeners.