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” (1–10)
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Retro Riron is a band formed by graduates of Senzoku Gakuen College of Music, drawing attention with their solid musicianship and genre-defying sound.
Released in advance in January 2026, this track serves as the lead single from their eagerly awaited first full-length album, “Collection Alone.” Its message—that even while carrying doubt and vulnerability, it’s vital to keep walking your own path—stirs the listener’s heart.
The arrangement features a chorus sung by all members, evoking the sense of unity you can imagine at their live shows.
The song has become a hot topic, selected for power play on around 30 radio stations nationwide.
It’s a powerful anthem for anyone who wants to change their present situation.
REMEMBER YOUImawano Kiyoshirō
It’s a rock ballad that holds both a sense of loss and a strong will, saying that even if everything changes, memories remain.
Co-written with Shinji Miyake, a close friend of Kiyoshiro Imawano, it’s also known for featuring Hiroto Kōmoto on chorus.
Included on the album “GOD,” released in March 2005, the song was chosen as the theme for the film “Earth Story: The Evolution of Dinosaurs and the Future of Humans.” After Imawano’s passing, it was also used as the ending theme for the 2010 film “A Boy and His Samurai,” deepening the lingering resonance of the story.
Rather than offering words of comfort, the vocals confront the void of reality, yet somehow carry a warmth that sinks into your heart.
It’s a song to listen to closely when you’ve lost something precious or on a quiet night when you want to reflect on the past.
LiberaSuda Keina
Keina Suda, who enjoys immense popularity not only as a singer-songwriter but also as a Vocaloid producer, released this track in January 2026.
It was written as the opening theme for the drama “We’re the Bad Barbers.” The sharp guitar riffs intertwine with Suda’s distinctive melodic lines to create an addictive, heart-stirring effect.
Its buoyant groove also makes you want to move your body, which is part of its appeal.
It’s the perfect rock number for blowing away a hazy mood or when you’re craving a jolt of excitement.
Songs whose titles start with “Ri” (11–20)
Little Lennon / Small Lennon (Born in 1976 ver.)ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION
The classic song from the 2015 album “Wonder Future” has been reborn under the production of Shigeru Kishida from Quruli.
With talents of the same generation colliding, ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION’s signature tough guitar rock is joined by a lavish orchestra, resulting in a sound brimming with celebratory energy.
The exhilarating blend of the band’s performance and orchestral instruments is a must-hear! Released in May 2025 as the single “MAKUAKE / Little Lennon,” this work appears alongside the track chosen as a festival theme song, adding a flourish to the milestone of the event’s return.
It’s perfect for when you want to feel pumped up or refresh your mood.
It will resonate not only with longtime fans who have followed them for years but also with new listeners just discovering their music.
Give it a listen!
meteoryoshida takurou
Amid the heyday of New Music, this is a quiet yet undeniably passionate ballad by Takuro Yoshida that has continued to be loved.
Instead of building to a flashy chorus, its calmly woven words seep into the heart.
It portrays the bittersweetness of choosing honesty over correctness, and many listeners may feel their hearts swell each time they hear it.
Released as a single in May 1979, it was used as the theme song for the TBS drama “Otoko Nara!” In 1983, it was also featured as an insert song in the film “Detective Story 2: Ringo no Uta,” further endearing it to audiences.
It’s a song to play on nights when you want to quietly face your inner self, or when you’re spending a moment thinking of someone dear.
Its restrained melody and vocals keep you company in loneliness and gently embrace a weary heart.
LilyChroNoiR
A song by ChroNoiR, the unit formed by Kanae and Kuzuha from NIJISANJI.
It’s the closing track on their first full album, “UP 2 YOU,” released in October 2022.
You’ll be drawn into a world that portrays the bond between the two and their hopes for the future.
The lyrics, which show them supporting each other and pushing forward even in difficult times, give listeners a powerful boost.
It’s especially recommended when you want to shake off anxiety or listen together with someone important to you.
Symbolic of ChroNoiR’s story, this is a track that will move not only fans but anyone who hears it.
LinariaChroNoiR
A bittersweet yet beautiful ballad that perfectly suits the clear, wintry air.
In this piece, ChroNoiR’s two members sing from a female perspective about an unattainable love, and its music video was released in December 2025.
Produced by Hayato Yamamoto and YUUKI SANO, the delicate tones of piano and strings seep into the heart.
Inspired by a flower whose language of flowers carries the meaning “Notice this love,” it portrays the protagonist’s wavering emotions as they hold onto feelings that won’t reach their destination—each listen tightens the chest a little more.
On a night when you long for someone’s warmth, why not listen closely while thinking of someone dear?