[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” (1–10)
Last SongNEW!Ofisharu Higedan Dism
A wistful yet beautiful ballad, written and composed by vocalist Satoshi Fujihara, it’s a masterpiece highlighted by piano and strings that evokes farewells and final moments with someone precious.
With an overall vocal range of E3 to C5, it’s not among the highest in Higedan’s catalog, making it fairly approachable for male singers.
The tempo is relatively relaxed, so the general image is to sing with sustained, elongated lines.
Be sure to support firmly with your diaphragm so your voice doesn’t waver, and focus on delivering a straight, steady tone.
Lucky LoudNEW!ReGLOSS
ReGLOSS is a VTuber group that debuted from the hololive production project and centers its activities around singing and dancing.
Released in April 2026 as their 8th single, this work is an up-tempo pop tune that wholeheartedly cheers on new school terms and new beginnings.
Unveiled after their 1st album “ReGLOSS” and 2nd album “Snapshot,” the song carries a positive message that turns everyday failures and anxieties into forward-looking energy.
The 3D performance showcased to coincide with the MV’s premiere also became a hot topic.
It’s an exhilarating dance-pop number we’d love people to hear—especially those feeling unsettled by changes in their environment or anyone who wants a bright boost of energy.
LifeNEW!Koresawa
This song delivers an uplifting message that resonates: live your life cherishing what you love without worrying about being compared to others.
Rather than heartbreak or sarcasm, its lyrics brim with self-affirmation, paired with a friendly melody that makes you want to hum it again and again in everyday life.
Crafted by Koresawa, the track appears on the mini-album “Kawaiku Shinagara Matteru ne,” released in April 2023.
While it had no explicit tie-in, it gained buzz through short videos and amassed over 1.2 billion total plays.
Gently affirming the idea of living true to yourself, it’s perfect as background music for fun videos with friends and is also recommended for anyone who wants to cheer themselves up when feeling down.
[Karaoke] Compilation of Popular Japanese Songs Starting with “Ra” (11–20)
LOVE IS THE STRONGESTNEW!May’n
This fiery track, bursting with a sense of speed, is guaranteed to supercharge any sports day.
Its powerful brass sound and grand worldview centered on a big, sweeping love are captivating, and May’n’s strong high-tone vocals strike listeners straight in the heart.
Released in February 2026, the song drew major attention as the theme for the tokusatsu series “Ultra Space Sheriff Gavan Infinity.” The combination of a forceful melody and choreography by Smile Saki makes it perfect for even younger kids to move their bodies with energy.
Highly recommended as a dance number for children who want to become cool heroes and dance with power.
rendezvousNEW!shaitoopu
Shytopes is a three-piece band from Kyoto Prefecture.
Their signature work here was released as a digital-only single in April 2023 and was later included on their first full-length album, Hors d’Oeuvre.
It topped the viral charts and has garnered massive support, surpassing 300 million streams.
This song is an indie rock number that resonates with the aching scenes right after a breakup.
Vivid imagery like dashing out into the rain and the fleeting moments of fragility felt in everyday life gently accompanies the gloomy mood of the rainy season.
With sweet, languid vocals and a warm band sound, it’s a masterpiece highly recommended for those rainy days when you want to sit alone in your room and quietly reflect on memories of a past love.
lilacNEW!Mrs. GREEN APPLE
A refreshing rock number released as a digital-only single in April 2024! It’s also hugely popular as the opening theme for the TV anime “Oblivion Battery.” Mrs.
GREEN APPLE returns to their roots, packing in the raw impulse of a school-days cover band, highlighted by captivating, technical guitar riffs.
It embraces the bittersweet memories and inner conflicts of youth, gently giving you a push to try loving yourself just as you are.
With its brisk, catchy melody, it’s the kind of song that will have everyone grinning and throwing their hands up the instant it plays in an intro quiz.
Perfect for getting hyped with your friends!
LavenderNEW!the shes gone
the shes gone is a rock band that portrays the subtleties of love in down-to-earth words, gently accompanying listeners in their everyday lives.
Released as a digital single in May 2021 and later included on their full album “SINCE,” this track has become a beloved signature love song for the band.
It was featured in a Space Shower TV commercial, and its music video has surpassed 5 million views, drawing major attention.
The warm message—imbued not only with heartbreak and regret, but also with deep compassion and emotional generosity toward the other person—leaves a strong impression.
Favoring a lingering afterglow that quietly rests in your chest over flashy exhilaration, its mid-tempo sound is perfect for anyone looking to stylishly enhance their Instagram profile.