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!] (411–420)
a note left behindVaundy
A richly expressive song that transcends genre boundaries.
Released in November 2022, it is a track Vaundy created around the theme of “the power and limits of words.” The music video, produced in collaboration with Morisawa, drew attention for visually expressing the lyrics using as many as 77 different fonts.
It’s recommended for those facing farewells or carrying unspoken feelings, and can be enjoyed by listeners as they connect it with their own experiences.
A must-listen for anyone who has gone through love or heartbreak.
Old FriendsYonYon
Woven together by YonYon with her old friends SIRUP and Shin Sakiura, this piece gently sings of the precious bonds nurtured through life’s uphill climbs.
Blending elements of hip-hop and gospel, and featuring a performance by Gen Z trumpet virtuoso Reiya Terakubo, it radiates a soothing warmth.
Released in January 2025, this song is perfect for expressing gratitude and support to dear friends.
As a companion to life’s milestones—weddings, graduations, and more—it’s sure to resonate in your heart.
Under the big onionasmi
A ballad depicting a faint, heartrending love story returns in a new form.
Asmi’s clear, translucent voice in her rendition of the Bakufu Slump classic makes you feel the ache and frustration of longing for someone far away as if it were your own experience.
The desire to overcome missed connections and misunderstandings seeps deeply into the heart through her delicate expressiveness.
Chosen as the theme song for a film set to be released in February 2025, the track also accompanies asmi’s appearance in the movie as the character A-ri.
She additionally contributes the insert song “Tegami,” enriching the world of the story even further.
It’s a song that gently supports anyone who has known the bittersweetness of love or carries feelings for someone dear.
Ordinary daysmilet
This song gently sings about the blessings of a happy everyday life, wrapped in a warm atmosphere.
It’s the title track of milet’s EP released in August 2021 and was also chosen as the theme song for the drama “Police in a Pod” (Hakozume: Tatakau! Kōban Joshi), which aired starting in July of the same year.
The lyrics carefully weave feelings of kindness toward loved ones, and milet’s delicate vocals resonate deeply.
It’s perfect for wedding performances or as background music for video messages to the bride and groom.
This work, which lets you feel the preciousness of peaceful days, is recommended for those who want to cherish the time spent with someone special.
Leading someone on is a serious offense!arekunn
This song depicts the heartache of an unrequited crush tossed around by someone’s teasing behavior, all through a comedic lens.
Its lyrics capture a racing heartbeat, affection for the other person, and mounting frustration, resonating deeply with listeners.
Showcasing Are-kun’s unique expressive style, the track gained buzz after its September 2023 release, especially on social media, with numerous TikTok videos using parts of the song.
It’s recommended for anyone troubled by a crush’s mixed signals or feeling the frustration of unrequited love.
The relatable lyrics will encourage and uplift you.
Insanely awesome!onipanzu!
An irresistibly addictive number with an impressive, rhythmic groove.
It’s a song by Onipanzu!, released in June 2022.
As the theme song for the anime “Onipan!”, its bright vocals and catchy sound arrangement are delightfully habit-forming.
The lyrics brim with humor and are crafted to energize you to the fullest.
Highly recommended for anyone who wants to soak up a poppy, fun vibe.
Love Song of Okikatsuki Nana
Nana Katsuki, known as an enka singer from Fukuoka Prefecture, continues to captivate many fans with a voice that resonates deeply and lyrics rich in regional flavor.
Since her debut in 2002 with “Sugi” (Cedar), she has produced a string of hits such as “Oki no Koiuta” (Love Song of Oki) and “Temaribana.” She has earned high acclaim in the fields of enka and kayōkyoku, winning numerous music awards for her beautiful melodies and lyrics.
Songs themed around her hometown and works that celebrate local festivals are especially popular.
In a track released in 2009, her evocative lyrics—intertwined with the landscapes of her native Fukuoka and the Oki Islands—stirred a deep sense of nostalgia in listeners.
She is a singer highly recommended for those who cherish Japanese scenery and culture.