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!] (491–500)
AlwaysNishino Kana
A song distinguished by its warm, gentle melody and lyrics that resonate with the heart.
The words remind us of the gratitude we tend to forget in everyday life, emphasizing the importance of phrases like “I’m sorry,” “Welcome home,” “I love you,” and “Thank you.” Released in November 2012, the track was also featured in a Sony headphones commercial, capturing the hearts of many.
When you want to express appreciation to someone you love or reaffirm your bond with someone important, why not give this song a listen? Wrapped in its tender vocals, you’ll feel a gentle warmth of love spread through your heart.
A Man’s Pure Hearttatsumi yūto
Released in 2019, “Otoko no Junjo” was the second single by Yuto Tatsumi, who at the time was active as an enka singer while still a university student.
It topped the enka charts and reached No.
10 on the Oricon overall chart, helping cement the image of a new star for the Reiwa era in the enka world.
It’s classic enka that powerfully sings of supporting the somewhat awkward way a man lives, but its light, refreshing melody—reflecting Tatsumi’s personality—is easy to remember.
The vocal range isn’t very wide either, making it very easy to sing for an enka song.
I’d love for beginners to give it a try!
funeralden|kujira
Created by Den-ǂ-Whale, the piece “Osoushiki” was released in January 2025.
True to its title, the lyrics take a funeral as their motif, quietly posing questions about ghosts, memories, and the afterlife.
They weave reflections on the deceased together with rural landscapes and ritual scenes, evoking a curious sense of nostalgia.
Its pastoral, airy musicality is also compelling.
It may be a good listen when you’re in a contemplative mood.
Being a woman is hard.Aoyama Shin
In February 2020, Shin Aoyama made his debut in the enka world with his fresh looks and clear, transparent singing voice.
He captured fans’ hearts with his single “Shikata Nai no sa,” and has continued to release hit songs such as “Kirisame no Yoru wa Fukeru” and “Kimi to Doko made mo.” In 2024, “Onna ga Tsurai” was nominated for the 57th Japan Lyricist Awards, proving his talent as a young enka singer.
On May 8, 2022, he held his first solo concert at Nihonbashi Mitsui Hall to great success.
Under the guidance of Hideo Mizumori, Aoyama’s vocal skill and expressive power captivate a wide range of fans, from younger listeners to older generations.
He is highly recommended for anyone who wants to enjoy refreshing enka.
A Man’s Badge of HonorAoto Ken
Ken Aoto, known as an enka singer from Hachinohe in Aomori Prefecture, pursued a singing career from a young age and made a late-blooming debut at 46.
His songs, infused with 30 years of life experience, resonate deeply with listeners.
The “Men’s Cheering Song Trilogy,” which began in 2015, is regarded as his signature work.
Notably, the 2022 single ‘Otoko no Kunsho’ (A Man’s Medal of Honor) serves as the trilogy’s final installment and stands as a culmination of his 28-year singing career.
Aoto’s appeal lies in his natural, unforced delivery.
He’s highly recommended for those drawn to vocals rich with life experience.
A Man’s HarborToba Ichirō
With a fisherman father and an ama diver mother, Ichiro Toba is truly an enka singer worthy of being called a “man of the sea.” Released in 1986, this song became a popular hit and was even performed on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
Characterized by lyrics themed around the sea and fishermen’s lives and a powerful melody, it showcases Toba’s vocal prowess to the fullest.
The overall pitch is on the lower side, but it’s challenging to deliver the lyrics clearly while employing vibrato.
It takes considerable technique to sing the low-register melody with stability.
If you’re not confident with vibrato, you might focus on delivering the lyrics clearly with crisp articulation.
It’s a recommended track for those who want to let their thoughts drift to the world of the sea and its fishermen.
People of OtaruTsuruoka Masayoshi to Tokyo Romanchika
With a bittersweet yet warm melody and lyrics that paint scenes of the northern land, this song resonates deeply with listeners.
Released in 1967 by Masayoshi Tsuruoka and Tokyo Romantica, it has remained beloved by many as one of the group’s signature works.
It beautifully captures the loneliness of city life and the nostalgia of those who have left their hometowns, making it a song that truly touches the heart.
It is a classic to be savored slowly, evoking the aching feelings for a distant lover and the longing for home.