[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” (181–190)
LiarONE OK ROCK
The 2010 release, “Liar.” Since it’s an early work, the vocal lines aren’t as complex as they are now, but this piece does require a certain level of technique.
The chorus in particular features repeated highest notes at hi C#.
In addition, the contrast from the pre-chorus is quite stark, and the chorus as a whole calls for shouting, so you’ll need to be reasonably familiar with rock-style singing.
For female singers, the shouting itself can be a hurdle, so consider referencing the shouting approach of rock singer Lzzy Hale.
Rapid TuneDIVELA
An emotional rock tune that sweeps you away with a breathless sense of speed.
Created by the Vocaloid producer DIVELA, known for works like “Vocalo Colosseum,” it was released in August 2025.
The intense sound pairs perfectly with Miku’s dignified vocals.
The lyrics convey the protagonist’s strong resolve to sprint toward the light despite inner turmoil.
Be sure to immerse yourself in its world!
Peanut ~Rakkasei~Kenjiro
Released in August 2025, “Peanuts (Rakkasei)” is a song that portrays a deep love the singer only realizes—belatedly—was a gift from their late father.
Sparked by the father’s favorite food, peanuts, the protagonist reminisces about the days they were protected, a scene that brings listeners to tears.
The restrained, matter-of-fact vocal delivery actually highlights the message embedded in the lyrics.
It’s a heartwarming number that evokes the universal bond between parent and child.
Randoseru RunSakushi: Abe Naomi / Sakkyoku: Abe Naomi
It’s a bright, hopeful song that expresses both the admiration of younger children saying “How cool!” to the older kids, and the feeling of “Congratulations” for a new beginning.
With its buoyant rhythm, you can feel the excitement of becoming an elementary school student.
Written and composed by early childhood education specialist Naomi Abe, the piece was included in December 2023 in the song collection “With Feelings of Congratulations: 75 Best Songs for Graduation and Enrollment.” If you’re performing it at a recital, it would be lovely for the children to wear handmade paper school backpacks.
That will heighten their sense of longing and make for a moving stage.
By all means, try singing it at events celebrating advancement or graduation from kindergarten.
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 songnatori
Singer-songwriter Natori, who’s gaining attention for a distinctive style infused with R&B elements, delivers a sentimental track that sets the contradictions and pain of love to a polished melody.
The bittersweet yet beautiful sound pairs perfectly with Natori’s languid, low-register vocals.
The lyrics portray a self-sacrificing, pure yearning for love—unable to stop seeking it even while repeating mistakes—something many listeners may find mirrors their own experiences.
The song is included on the album “Gekijō,” released in December 2023.
It’s a perfect listen when you want to sink into a romance that’s not just sweet, but a little bitter and complex.
LA・LA・LA LOVE SONG with NAOMI CAMPBELLKubota Toshinobu
Toshinobu Kubota, a pioneer who firmly established authentic R&B in Japan.
With his distinctly non-Japanese sense of groove and soulful vocals, this classic vividly captures the ineffable, frustrating feelings of love.
It delivers the exhilarating rush—like the world suddenly lighting up—at the moment two hearts connect, carried by a buoyant melody.
Released in May 1996 as his 16th single, the song is also known as the theme for the drama “Long Vacation,” which became a social phenomenon.
His collaboration with world-renowned model Naomi Campbell also drew major attention.
When you’re struggling to express your feelings to someone you like, this song just might give you a gentle push.
It’s an enduring love song that brings back the special flutter of that very first spark of romance.