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” (441–450)
Refectoryaruku hito
The piece Refactory by the Vocaloid producer Aruku Hito portrays a heartwarming morning scene.
In this work, Hatsune Miku and Kazehiki β sing about the leisurely moments of the morning and the way the day begins from there.
While it has a warm atmosphere, it also seems to reveal glimpses of loneliness and anxiety.
Listening to this piece may offer comfort and courage.
Incidentally, the title likely refers to the English word “refectory,” meaning a dining hall.
README (feat.TAKU INOUE)suisō
An electro track with a drum-and-bass flair that delivers a distinct sense of catharsis.
It’s a collaboration between Suisou and TAKU INOUE, released in December 2024.
The song is included on the EP “MONOCHROME.” Fusing jazz and electronic elements, it features a dramatic melody for a result that combines emotional depth with speed.
The lyrics, which reflect the complexity of human relationships and swirling emotions, are also striking.
This ultra-stylish track is a must-listen!
In the Wandering TownHimuro Kazuya
A gem of a number from November 2024 by Kazuya Himuro that conveys the full allure of mood kayō.
Miwa Ito’s lyrics, tracing the sweetly heartrending feelings of a man, and Himuro’s deeply emotive delivery resonate with the heart.
The melancholy melody, hinting at the ending of a love story, and the plaintive vocals singing of lingering feelings for a former lover will leave a deep impression on listeners.
Following Himuro’s signature songs “Acacia Monogatari” and “Acacia Elegy,” this work is poised to become a new milestone in mood kayō.
It’s a recommended track for those wishing to heal the pain of heartbreak or look back on memories with someone dear.
Return To Myself Return to Myself ~No, No, Summer.Hamada Mari
Mari Hamada’s “Return to Myself ~Shinai, Shinai, Natsu.”, which was also used as a Kanebo Cosmetics campaign song in ’89, was released in April of the same year.
Although Mari Hamada debuted as a female solo singer in the HM/HR genre, starting around this song she began singing tracks that, while backed by a hard sound, featured pop, catchy melodies.
This broadened her appeal beyond HM/HR fans to the general public, and with this song she debuted at No.
5 on the Oricon chart.
The song is composed with a very memorable and easy-to-sing melody, and its tempo is upbeat and singer-friendly, so definitely aim for a perfect score with this one.
Mari Hamada is a vocalist with very high singing ability and a wide vocal range, so many people may find the high notes tough in the original key.
In that case, try lowering the key—you’ll really feel how singable this song is!
Return to MyselfHamada Mari
Mari Hamada, the female artist who sparked a pop-rock boom in Japan.
Known for her vibrant vocals, she has produced numerous classics with her upbeat rock sound.
Among her songs, the one I especially recommend is Return to Myself.
It’s a powerful track, yet the vocal range isn’t very wide, and the melodic leaps aren’t extreme.
For women in their 50s, whose lower to mid register tends to gain richness, it’s an especially singable song.
Ryukyuan HymnKaisegatou Yutaka
Hosei Toyo’s music, where traditional Okinawan sounds and modern elements blend beautifully, captivates with the powerful rhythms of the sanshin and drums and melodies that resonate in the heart.
This piece celebrates the charms of Okinawa and is a familiar tune among locals, used for the prefecture’s tourism promotions and as a theme song for local TV programs.
Incorporating it into a school sports day program will let the energetic drum beats and the dynamic tones of the sanshin further elevate the children’s performance.
Liquid FingersWatanabe Kazumi
Released in 1980, this fusion album was a major hit from Kazumi Watanabe, who had made a sensational debut as a teenage guitar prodigy with overwhelming technique when he released his first album in 1971 at just 17 years old.
The album, memorable for its striking, uniformly bright yellow jacket, bears the enigmatic title “To Chi Ka.” It is said to have been taken from the name of Watanabe’s beloved dog, written as “図知華.” Co-produced with vibraphonist Mike Mainieri, the album features effortlessly fluid performances with top-tier international players like Michael Brecker and Marcus Miller—excellence that hardly needs elaboration today.
All tracks were composed by Watanabe, including “Unicorn,” which was used in a commercial for Hitachi’s audio brand Lo-D.
The record showcases not only his technical prowess as a guitar virtuoso but also his gift for melody as a composer.
It’s a work with broad appeal—perfect not only for jazz and fusion enthusiasts but also for fans of rock, pop, and soul.
Enjoy its welcoming, genre-spanning openness!
