A roundup of songs whose titles start with the tricky letter “ro.” Perfect for shiritori and karaoke.
Words that start with “ro” are pretty hard to come up with in shiritori, aren’t they?
So how many songs are there whose titles start with that tricky “ro”?
Even though it’s tough to find words starting with “ro,” you’ll be surprised how many song titles there are!
In this article, we’ll introduce songs with titles that start with “ro.”
We’ve gathered a variety of tracks, from classic hits of the Showa and Heisei eras to popular anime theme songs.
Be sure to use this as a reference when you play song-title shiritori!
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A roundup of songs whose titles start with the tricky letter “ro.” Perfect for shiritori or karaoke (1–10)
loadNEW!THE toraburyū
THE Toraba-Ryu is a rock band centered around George Takahashi, who engages in a wide range of activities as a musician.
Their signature single, released in January 1993, caught fire through cable broadcasting and became a mega-hit.
Chosen as the ending theme for TBS’s “Television Near-Future Laboratory,” the song serves as the first chapter of a grand saga based on a true story submitted by a fan, portraying profound loss and the preciousness of everyday life.
The sentimental intro, beginning with the mournful tone of a blues harp, grips the listener’s heart.
It’s a timeless classic that people of all generations can hum along to, and if you play it for an intro quiz, it’s guaranteed to instantly electrify the room.
God of RomanceNEW!Hirose Kōmi
A classic of wintertime that shines in J-POP history and, in recent years, has enjoyed a resurgence through social media, this is one of Kōmi Hirose’s signature numbers.
Its straightforward theme of wishing for love to come true blends perfectly with an uplifting, breezy dance-pop sound, and that powerful, soaring high-tone voice really lingers in your ears.
Released as a single in December 1993, the track appears on the acclaimed album “SUCCESS STORY.” Chosen as the commercial song for the sporting goods retailer Alpen, it became a massive hit, spending 21 weeks on the charts.
It has been loved for many years, even being selected as the theme song for the drama “Geren de-meshi,” airing from April 2025.
Highly recommended for those who want to crank up the mood on a winter drive.
ROCK THE BOATNEW!XG
A gem of a track that vividly captures the turbulence of a relationship—like ripples and swells on the sea—through lush maritime metaphors! It reimagines a signature 90s R&B classic by Aaliyah with a contemporary sensibility, elevating it into a cool, modern sound through striking switches between rap and vocals.
The song is featured on the album “THE CORE,” released in January 2026.
The must-see music video, created in partnership with the Singapore Tourism Board, further amplifies the work’s grand scale with stunning locations.
Highly recommended for moments when you just want to surrender to a mellow beat, or immerse yourself in sophisticated, genre-spanning music.
A collection of songs with titles that start with the tricky letter “ro.” Perfect for shiritori and karaoke (11–20)
Rolling DaysNEW!WANIMA
This song carries a will to keep moving forward—even if you have to roll—despite inner conflict and impatience.
It’s a track by WANIMA, a band from Kumamoto, chosen as the web commercial song for Morinaga Seika’s “in Jelly,” and released in August 2024.
With its feverish tone and vocals that stir the heart, it’s an intensely emotional piece.
The driving rock sound gives you a powerful push from behind.
The days you spent running desperately, even while getting hurt, will surely support you in the life ahead.
Promise of RomanceIkuta Rira
This song is perfect for anyone who wants to express their love as straightforwardly as it is adorably embarrassing.
Packed with feelings for a significant other, this love song, which honestly conveys the desire to stay together forever, was included on the album “Jukebox,” released in November 2019.
It was later rearranged in August 2021 and chosen as the theme song for the romance show “Kyo, Suki ni Narimashita: Himawari Edition.” Its bittersweet melody set to a medium tempo resonates deeply.
Listen to it while thinking of your precious partner with whom you’ve shared both hardships and joys.
Lonely Generationtatsumi yūto
Yuto Tatsumi, an enka singer from Osaka known as the “Prince of Enka,” is beloved by a wide range of generations.
This work, his milestone 10th single, will be released in March 2026 and is produced by the same team behind the smash hit “Unmei no Natsu” (Fateful Summer).
While carrying on the classic images of traditional enka and kayōkyoku, it features a bold sound infused with rock elements.
The lyrics convey a message to those who live with loneliness and inner conflict yet keep their eyes on the light of hope, stirring listeners’ hearts.
If you want to feel bright and positive, don’t miss it!
Roll The DiceNishikawa Takanori
This is a grand and thrilling number composed by Hiroyuki Sawano, who is also renowned as a score composer! The sound fusing heavy strings with fierce guitars instantly draws listeners into the world of the story.
While the piece is dramatically staged, its lyrics—depicting the uncertainty of fate and firm resolve—are also compelling, and Takanori Nishikawa’s taut vocals amplify the tension to the absolute limit.
Released as a single in 2018, it was written as the ending theme for the Japan–Taiwan joint visual project “Thunderbolt Fantasy: Sword Travels in the East 2.” It also holds a key place on the album “SINGularity.” If you listen to it at a decisive moment, it’s guaranteed to ignite a burning fighting spirit from deep within.