[Karaoke] A roundup of popular Japanese songs that start with the letter “Ra”
Is everyone having fun at karaoke?
Whether you’re going wild with friends or practicing seriously on your own, there are lots of ways to enjoy it.
That said, choosing songs can be a recurring dilemma at karaoke.
You might find time slipping away while you’re thinking, “What should I sing next…?”
So in this article, we’ve put together a list of popular Japanese songs whose titles start with the syllable “ra” (ら)!
We’ve picked a wide range—from timeless classics to recent hits.
Use this as one way to find your next song to sing!
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[Karaoke] Compilation of Popular Japanese Songs Starting with “Ra” (111–120)
love hotelShimoda Itsuro
Singer-songwriter Itsuro Shimoda, who built a career in the world of theater music and is also known for providing songs to other artists—such as Masahiro Kuwana’s “Tsuki no Akari”—is the focus here.
The piece introduced today is a track from the acclaimed album Ura/Omote of Love, released in September 1978.
Set against spaces emblematic of Showa-era hotels—like rotating beds and mirror-lined rooms—the song portrays a quiet sense of solace within a fleeting relationship.
You can almost picture the pair, where emptiness and warmth coexist.
The restrained vocals and urbane sound paradoxically yield a profound emotional depth.
It’s a number for adults that gently keeps you company on nights when you carry a loneliness you can’t tell anyone about.
La La LaDaikoku Maki
Maki Ohguro is a female singer-songwriter whose husky yet solid, resonant voice leaves a strong impression.
For women in their 50s, she’s arguably quite a popular artist.
Among her songs, one I particularly recommend as easy to sing is “La La La.” While the range is slightly broad at mid2A to hiF#, the pitch movement isn’t at all drastic, so overall it’s a song that’s easy to sing.
From the C-melody into the final chorus, there are repeated high phrases, so it’s best to set your key with that section as the main reference.
Like GravityBONNIE PINK
Many listeners will surely be moved by the delicate, emotionally resonant vocals.
This work portrays two people from different worlds being drawn to each other with the force of gravity itself, supporting one another and sharing irreplaceable moments.
Even while sensing a parting that may come someday, the lyrics express an earnest desire to cherish the present moment.
Released in September 2025, the song was chosen as the ending theme for the TV anime “Although I Am an Assassin, My Status Is Clearly Stronger Than the Hero’s.” BONNIE PINK herself delved into the original work and wrote the lyrics from the heroine’s perspective, which is truly wonderful.
It might be perfect to listen to when you want to reaffirm your bond with someone important.
Like a FlowerLANA
It’s a track that likens flowers blooming by the roadside to life itself, singing a resolve to live strong and beautiful.
It’s a song by singer LANA, released in September 2025 as the EP “Like a Flower.” Coming about a year and a half after the album “20 +,” the release drew attention.
The melody carries a pop-punk vibe, and the vocals leave an impression with a blend of poignancy and power.
The lyrics, which encourage loving yourself no matter what, are another highlight.
Give it a listen when you’re feeling lost or down.
Love Letters in the SandPat Boone
This classic ballad is marked by Pat Boone’s gentle, sweet vocals.
You can almost picture the bittersweet scene of a love letter written on the beach being washed away by the waves.
The song sings of the romance of a fleeting love, and the wistful whistling that comes in midway heightens the sense of melancholy.
Released in 1957, the track spent five consecutive weeks at No.
1 on the U.S.
charts.
It’s also known for being performed by Pat Boone himself in the film Bernardine.
With its simple melody, it’s a perfect choice when you want to slip serenely into the world of oldies at karaoke.
LOVE DEEPER (Prod. m.c.A•T)Reiko
A song by singer-songwriter REIKO, a multi-talented artist signed to BMSG led by SKY-HI.
Produced by m.c.A·T, it samples Toshinobu Kubota’s classic track “Ryūsei no Saddle.” Centered on the theme “I will love your tears,” the piece portrays a deep affection that gently embraces even sadness.
Blending a funky, ’90s R&B vibe with REIKO’s soulful vocals, it delivers a richly groovy finish.
Released in June 2025 as the conclusion to an R&B trilogy, the track carries a warmth that feels like it’s keeping you company in the stillness of night.
It’s an emotional song, perfect for immersing yourself in music on your own.
Fooled by a love songmachigai sagashi
Machigai Sagashi is a four-piece band based in Sendai.
While all members are said to be from Miyagi Prefecture, their profiles remain undisclosed, giving them an alluring air of mystery.
True to their theme of “introspective music,” their rock-rooted yet emotionally restrained sound resonates deeply.
They began full-fledged activities after a 2011 audition, took a four-and-a-half-year hiatus, and now release music videos online that integrate closely with visual imagery.
If you prefer savoring lyrics and scenery over flashiness, this band will be right up your alley!