Songs with titles that start with “Ri”
The second letter in the ra-gyo is “ri.”
When you play shiritori, it often ends up being the first prompt you have to think of, doesn’t it?
So, what songs with titles that start with “ri” come to mind for you?
In this article, we’ll introduce songs whose titles begin with “ri.”
The ra-gyo can be a tricky row to find words from, but even among them, “ri” actually has lots of words that make great song titles, like “ringo” (apple), “ryuusei” (shooting star), and “riaru” (real).
Be sure to check out the article, and if you find a favorite, give it a listen—or try singing it yourself!
Songs whose titles start with “Ri” (1–10)
ReincarnationNEW!rokudenashi
This is an emotional number whose earnest desire to break with one’s past self grips listeners’ hearts.
Sung by Rokudenashi, who has been gaining support mainly on social media, the track was released as a single in November 2023 and later became known for being included on the album “Ai ni Saku Hana.” From lyrics and composition to arrangement, popular Vocaloid producer Toa handled it all.
Toa’s signature, high-velocity piano sound intertwines with vocalist Ninjin’s trembling voice, conveying feelings so intense they almost hurt.
True to its title, which signifies rebirth, this song closely accompanies those who struggle with the desire to change but can’t, offering genuine solace.
refrainNEW!kanau
Kanae, who is active with the virtual liver group NIJISANJI and works across a wide range from game streaming to music, has released this track ahead of his first full album Ai, which dropped in February 2026.
Created as the lead track for the album’s “indigo edition,” the number features a band sound with lyrics by Kana Yaginuma and composition by Hiroki Waga, resulting in an introspective piece that portrays recurring farewells and memories fading of their color.
It strikes a different chord from the breezy feel he showed on songs like Tailwind, the theme for the TV anime Overtake!, offering an expression that seems to touch the depths of his being.
It might be perfect for quiet nights when you want to sink into your feelings alone.
A heart tied with a ribbonNEW!Kaneyori Masaru
Tying a ribbon around a budding crush, hoping that one day you’ll notice me… This work by Kaneyori Masaru, a three-piece rock band based in Osaka, paints a tender, adorable scene of unrequited love.
The words spun by vocalist Mina Chitose vividly capture the complex heart of a young woman—polishing herself in the earnest hope of being liked, while fear and anticipation mingle over revealing her true self.
Released in November 2025, it also sparked major buzz with its music video featuring influencer Aoi Nagase.
Further refined after the album “To Those of Us Who Don’t Live Yesterday,” the band’s sound is sure to gently nudge listeners forward.
It’s a number I hope you’ll lend an ear to if you believe “this is my last love” and want to must er the courage to take that first step.
Before the departureNEW!WANIMA
This is a rousing cheer song written for the project “Fight! Kyushu,” which aims to energize Kyushu.
Released by WANIMA as a digital-only single in April 2021, it also drew attention when it was unveiled as a surprise at the Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks’ season opener ceremony.
Riding on a brisk, fast-paced sound, it powerfully pushes forward those who strive ahead despite anxiety and doubt.
Its fiery message urging listeners to “hang in there” is sure to resonate especially in spring, a season of big changes.
It’s a high-energy track you’ll want to play to rally yourself when you feel like faltering in a new life phase or challenge.
libidoNEW!sumika
Vocaloid producer 100-kai Oto handled the arrangement, giving it a fresh, rock-leaning sound among sumika’s songs.
It’s been well-received by fans as a track that shows a new side of sumika.
Since it has a brisk tempo, make sure to listen closely to the drums while learning the song.
It’s also a good idea to look over the lyrics together.
The melody line of the chorus doesn’t change, so once you learn it, it really sticks in your head.
Also, lightly let the head voice in the chorus float upward.
If you aim your falsetto thinly toward the head, you should be able to switch cleanly.
Don’t rely too much on taking the rhythm with your body—focus on your core and sing while firmly bracing your lower abdomen!
Ideal CorpseNEW!MEER
https://suno.com/s/PCGR2lCpvp6marHoA sound world spun by generative AI—somehow inorganic yet strangely stirring to the emotions.
Many are surely drawn to that distinctive atmosphere.
Among the tracks shared by MEER on the music-generation platform Suno, the unpredictable developments born from aggressive sound design—EDM, drum’n’bass, and more—are key highlights.
Pay attention as well to the lyrics, which feel like an outpouring of emotion and a reclaiming of the self.
As of February 2026, it’s astonishing to see AI music achieve such expressive power.
The enigmatic, unplaceable mystique of this work makes it perfect for a night when you want to ponder the boundary between technology and sensibility—be sure to give it a listen.
ReminderNEW!■37
A work by Vocaloid producer ■37, released in January 2026.
It was created as the official demo song for VOCALOID6 IA :[R].
Its worldview—depicting urgent emotion and an obsession with “voice” that transcends the bounds of a product demo—draws you in before you know it.
The multilayered, artistic sonic texture is also compelling.
When you want to face the feelings deep within your heart, give it a careful listen.