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!
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Songs whose titles start with “Ri” (61–70)
Live Like SummerSkaai × KM
It’s a track by next-generation rapper Skaai and producer KM that vividly conjures up a seaside drive.
The sound is refreshingly bittersweet, evoking the end of summer in a way that feels just right.
The contrast between KM’s meticulously crafted beat and Skaai’s smooth flow—balancing intellect and playfulness—creates an exquisite groove.
Released first as a single in July 2025, it was later included on the EP “Podium.” The lyrics, which seem to cherish fleeting brilliance while lingering over the passing seasons, may also tie into the duo’s shared love of cars and a sense of speed.
It’s a perfect number not only for weekend drives, but also for nights when you want to sink into a slightly sentimental mood.
Dragon BoyHisaishi Joe
From Studio Ghibli’s hugely famous film Spirited Away, this is “The Dragon Boy.” The “dragon” refers to Haku, and the piece is used in the scene where Haku and Chihiro meet and then depart from the bathhouse.
In the film, the New Japan Philharmonic Orchestra performs it: a mystical tone born from layered harp and piano leads into flowing horn lines, while the woodwinds stack in perfect fourths to evoke a traditional Japanese atmosphere.
This performance is a longer version than the one in the film, making “The Dragon Boy” even more powerful.
Little BoySatō chinami ni
An electronic sound with a cynical atmosphere melds with the vocals of Hatsune Miku and Kasane Teto SV.
Composed by Chinami Sato, it’s slated for release in April 2025.
The decadent lyrics, evocative of a post-nuclear-war world, and the stylish sound arrangement form a curious harmony.
Whether you find hope or feel despair in this song is up to the listener.
Please give it a listen while letting your thoughts wander through the story.
Re:makeONE OK ROCK
The classic song “Re:make,” released as ONE OK ROCK’s sixth single.
While ONE OK ROCK now showcases a wide range of musical styles, back then their sound was characterized by straight-ahead rock with touches of emo and hardcore.
This track falls into the latter category, featuring intense shouts in the chorus.
Although the range is fairly broad (mid1 B to hi B), the highest notes can be handled with a shouty mixed voice, so delicate vocals aren’t required.
The low notes only appear in a few spots, so it often feels narrower than the actual range.
However, there isn’t much room to lower the key, so the most important thing is to accurately identify your own optimal key.
Little Cigarnodio
This is an electronic track wrapped in a nostalgic atmosphere.
Created by Vocaloid producer nodio, it was released in January 2021.
Its stylish sound design—an exquisite fusion of chiptune and lo-fi hip-hop—is striking.
The meticulous attention to sonic texture and spatial depth draws listeners into a unique world.
The lyrics, which subtly convey the pain of parting, are also memorable.
It’s perfect for immersing yourself in music alone on a quiet night.
Homesickness on a JourneyNishizaki Midori
Midori Nishizaki is the head of a Japanese dance school, and at the same time an actor and an enka singer who remains at the forefront of her fields.
In fact, she made her debut as a singer at the young age of seven and is a true veteran with over 60 years in the performing arts.
Many may be surprised by the breadth of her talents, which extend far beyond the world of enka.
She gained attention with the duet Nen-nen Funauta with Yoshio Tabata, and in 1974, Tabishū, which became the theme song for the popular period drama Kurayami Shiwatori, sold over a million copies.
The expressive power she cultivated through Japanese dance lends depth to the poignant timbre of her singing voice.
detachment of thoughtsRiptom
This is a pop song with a comfortable Japanese flavor that seems to blend into the clear autumn air.
Composed by Riptom and released in October 2022, it was an entry for VocaColle 2022 Autumn.
The stylish synth-pop is fused with Japanese tones that touch the heartstrings, creating an atmosphere that combines both poignancy and freshness.
IA’s dignified vocals also add depth to the story.
The lyrics capture the feelings of a protagonist who, while feeling pain between ideals and reality, continues to move forward.
Why not give it a listen while taking a stroll in the slightly chilly season?