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!] (51–60)
okumareoOZworld
As a rapper from Okinawa, OZworld commands a truly unique presence.
This work bears his real name as its title.
In a sharp turn from his previous mystical image, the lyrics lay bare human vulnerability and his past, piercing straight to the heart.
Released as a single in February 2026, it is positioned as the second installment of the “Skin-Peeling Project,” created after the cancellation of his planned tour.
Over a beat crafted by his close ally FOUX, his unadorned, honest flow carries a force that shakes the listener’s emotions.
It’s a track to sit with on nights when you find yourself at a crossroads in life and want to face yourself deeply.
filial pietyWST
WST is a unit formed by Micro from Def Tech and DJ Shu Doso.
Released in March 2021 amid the COVID-19 pandemic, this song is a heartwarming number that straightforwardly conveys the value of everyday life and time spent with family.
Against the backdrop of inevitable farewells and the frustration of not being able to see the ones you want to, it expresses gratitude in down-to-earth words.
It’s also included on the album “Straight Street,” and the backstory—that the two created it while tearfully talking things through—makes it all the more moving.
There’s a gentle quality that, though a bit clumsy, sincerely speaks on your behalf the “thank you” that’s hard to say out loud.
It could be a lovely touch to include with a letter to your parents at your wedding or as part of a surprise on a special anniversary.
mothergurūpu damashii
A punk band that also goes all-in on comedy sketches, Group Tamashii delivers a masterpiece where laughter and tears coexist.
Set to a fierce beat, the song voices heartfelt worries about the everyday life of the singer’s mother back home and her growing old.
The lyrics, which warn her about things like falling off a stepladder and watching out for steps, may seem comical at first glance, but they’re packed with the honest feelings of a child living far away.
This track is included on the album “Patsunpatsun,” released in June 2008.
The music video, featuring actress Michiko Godai in a powerful performance as the mother, also drew attention.
It’s a song you’ll want to play on Mother’s Day—or whenever you suddenly find yourself wanting to hear your mom’s voice.
wisdom toothChatto Monchī
This is a song of gratitude from Chatmonchy, a rock band from Tokushima Prefecture.
Starting with the physical discomfort of an aching molar, it draws out warm memories of family and sings of the deep parental love felt while living apart.
Carried by a driving, fast-paced sound, this work delivers the thanks that are hard to say face-to-face and the bittersweetness of having become an adult before you knew it.
It’s included as the first track on the album “Seimeiryoku,” released in October 2007, and stands as a classic where the band’s momentum at the time coexists with delicate expressiveness.
Perfect for the bouquet presentation at a wedding, and also recommended for when you start living on your own and come to appreciate your parents.
This song will convey the feelings that are usually too embarrassing to put into words on your behalf.
Songs with Titles Starting with 'O' [Great for Karaoke & Shiritori!] (61–70)
a tease; someone who leads others on≠ME
This work is perfect for a girl who wishes, “I want the person I like to look only at me.” Released in September 2023 as ≠ME’s seventh single with lyrics by Rino Sashihara, it’s an ultra-sweet yet bold love song that vividly reflects the character of center member Hitomi Suzuki.
It portrays a proactive approach that pushes the other person to make a decision, along with a heartfelt desire to be loved—just listening to it will boost your self-esteem.
The music video tells a story in which she transforms into a fairy-tale heroine, making it visually delightful as well.
Give it a listen when you’re feeling timid about love or when you want to cast a cute little spell on yourself.
motherSakushi: Tanaka Nana / Sakkyoku: Nakada Yoshinao
Speaking of May, it’s Mother’s Day—how about singing this children’s song, known for its gentle call to mothers? Written by lyricist Nana Tanaka and composed by Yoshinao Nakada, famed for classics like “Chiisai Aki Mitsuketa,” this piece portrays a mother’s warmth through the familiar scents of everyday life, such as laundry and cooking.
Since its release in 1954, its dialogue-like lyrics—reminiscent of a parent and child—have endeared it to listeners, making it a beloved classic across generations.
It conjures up scenes of home that everyone has experienced, wrapping you in a feeling of nostalgia.
During recreation time, why not hum it together while sharing memories of your mother?
MotherMori Shinichi
Ofukuro-san, one of Shinichi Mori’s signature hit songs, was released as a single on May 5, 1971.
With lyrics by Yasukazu Kawauchi and music by Kosho Inomata, it is also well known for winning the Best Vocal Performance at the 13th Japan Record Awards.
Included on the album Tabiji, the song’s unadorned lyrics, expressing gratitude to one’s mother and portraying her as a source of comfort, resonate deeply.
Many older listeners may find themselves warmed by his conversational singing style, seeing reflections of their own mothers.
Performed on the Kouhaku Uta Gassen and beloved across generations, this kayōkyoku classic is perfect to hum along to in May for Mother’s Day or during the refreshing season, bringing back fond memories.