[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' (151–160)
lapis lazuliAoi Eiru
Its grand, passionate sound pierces the heart.
This song was used as the ending theme for the anime The Heroic Legend of Arslan and is sung by Eir Aoi.
It was released in April 2015 as her 10th single.
The harmony between Eir Aoi’s soaring, powerful vocals and the worldview that depicts a strong will to defy fate and carve out the future is wonderful.
It feels as if it ignites the passion sleeping deep within one’s heart.
I recommend listening to it on the night you’ve made a resolution, while gazing up at the stars.
Light InfectionPrague
A rock number whose sharp, edgy guitar sound draws you into a tense, immersive world.
It’s a track by the three-piece band Prague, released as their second single in December 2009, and used as the opening theme for season 8 of the anime Gintama.
The lyrics are said to be based on emotions born from the members’ real-life experiences, and that earnestness hits hard.
It’s the kind of song you’ll want to hear in those moments when your pent-up feelings are about to spill over.
LATATA(G)I-DLE
(G)I-DLE is a girl group known for its strong self-produced style.
It’s pronounced “jee idol.” Their track LATATA, released in 2018, features a somewhat Latin-influenced rhythm.
The pitch movement in the hook is relatively gentle, and most of the low-register sections are rap parts, so the range may feel narrower than the actual vocal range.
If you want a song that combines coolness with an infectious groove to hype up a karaoke session, be sure to add this one to your repertoire.
LOVE SCENARIOiKON
iKON is a boy group that showcases a wide musical range, from poignant heartbreak songs to tracks aimed at appealing to teens.
Their music is characterized by melodies rooted in hip-hop, and that distinctive style is clearly reflected in “LOVE SCENARIO.” Although this song features falsetto, the pitch movement within each phrase is relatively gentle, so it isn’t particularly difficult to sing.
If you adjust the key to make the falsetto easier, most men in their teens and twenties should be able to sing it without trouble.
It’s a crowd-pleaser with women, making it a great choice for livening up a group date.
Love ParadeORANGE RANGE
ORANGE RANGE is a five-member rock band that has produced numerous hit numbers, featuring a style where rap and singing intersect.
Released in May 2005, this song was used as the theme for the film “Train Man” and topped the Oricon charts for two consecutive weeks.
The lyrics, which depict a slice of everyday life—someone you like coming over to your place—and the explosive joy and confusion at the moment love comes to fruition, are enough to make your heart burn just by listening.
With a gentle yet powerful ballad-like melody, it’s a classic also included on the album “ИATURAL.” It’s the perfect track to supercharge the romantic mood when you listen on a summer night with someone special.
LOVE AFFAIR ~ Secret DateSazan Ōrusutāzu
Even knowing it’s a forbidden love, you can’t help but be drawn to it.
This Southern All Stars piece can be heard as a song about that dangerous longing, or as the anguish of having your heart stolen by someone else while you already have someone important.
Released in February 1998 as their 41st single, it also served as the theme song for the TBS drama “Sweet Season.” Set against the nightscape of Yokohama, the protagonist’s wavering feelings will deeply resonate with anyone who has ever harbored an impossible love.
If you listen on a night when you feel like surrendering to a sweet hell, it might gently envelop those complicated emotions.
[Karaoke] A Compilation of Popular Japanese Songs Starting with “Ra” (161–170)
Rakugo Story (Juuufutei Raden SOLO)ReGLOSS
This is Raden Juufuutei’s solo number that makes you feel as if you’re listening to a classic storytelling performance.
A member of ReGLOSS, a group that continues to push beyond the boundaries of VTubers, she shines here as a true artist.
Scheduled for single release in August 2025.
The lyrics vividly capture her feelings toward her work, as if her thoughts were turned directly into music.
This ambitious piece weaves in poetry reading and hip-hop—be sure to give it a listen.