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 collection of songs with titles starting with the tricky letter “ro.” Perfect for shiritori or karaoke (371–380)
LONG DISTANCEKotobukikun
Kotokun is a hugely popular reggae singer.
While he’s based in the Kansai area, he’s gained nationwide popularity, and every track he releases consistently posts solid record sales.
His classic “LONG DISTANCE,” with its catchy lyrics, has earned strong support from many reggae fans, regardless of gender.
If you like straightforward, no-frills reggae, be sure to check it out.
Rolling StoneOgura Hirokazu
Hirokazu Ogura is a guitarist and producer from Takamatsu, Kagawa Prefecture.
He was active as a former member of the rock band Eileen Forlin, which was formed in 1985, and later leveraged his exceptional playing technique to work as a session guitarist, contributing to recordings and live support for artists such as Keisuke Kuwata and Misato Watanabe.
With just an acoustic guitar, he delivers music suited to a variety of scenes.
Find your favorite tunes and relax while listening at home.
A roundup of songs whose titles start with the tricky character 'ro.' Great for shiritori or karaoke (381–390)
61Oda Junpei
Junpei Oda is active as a singer-songwriter and music producer.
Centered on J-POP and infused with elements of folk and rock, his distinctive musicality captivates many listeners.
Characterized by deep emotional expression and delicate melodies, Oda’s music has won strong support with lyrics that speak to the heart.
In addition to his musical endeavors, he is highly regarded for his proactive commitment to social contribution, including disaster relief and charity concerts.
With a resonant voice and warm personality, Junpei Oda is loved by people of all ages—why not experience his charm for yourself?
On a rocketShonen Naifu
Airy, laid-back vocals with an addictive sense of ease and distinctive melodies, set against a guitar distorted to almost heavy extremes.
That strange combination creates a flavor all its own.
They have many fans overseas, and Nirvana’s vocalist Kurt Cobain was known to be a fan of Shonen Knife.
They toured with Nirvana and collaborated with Sonic Youth.
They’re a legendary rock band beloved by the leading names of overseas alternative rock.
The more you listen, the more their appeal seeps in—a band to savor.
On a rocketShonen Naifu
Shonen Knife is a girls’ band formed in 1981 that has earned high acclaim overseas.
They were so popular that Nirvana, a band synonymous with grunge rock, covered their song “Twist Barbie.” Even today, many comments from overseas fans can be seen on the video for this work.
Despite multiple lineup changes, they continue to be active.
Rules of the RoadOzaki Yutaka
This is the opening track featured on the 1985 album “Through the Broken Door.” Its driving band sound and densely packed layers of words are striking, strongly conveying a sense of urgency.
It’s said to draw on Yutaka Ozaki’s experiences staying in New York, embedding themes of racial discrimination and economic disparity.
You can feel a will to overcome suffering in both the sound and the vocals.
The melody’s pitch changes are gentle, so as long as you lock into the rhythm, it should be a relatively easy song to sing.
RomanceIwasaki Hiromi
A classic by Hiromi Iwasaki that joyfully sings of a maiden’s heart falling in love, set to a lively melody.
Released on July 25, 1975 as her second single, it became a major hit, reaching No.
1 on the Oricon chart.
With lyrics by Yu Aku and music by Kyohei Tsutsumi—two masters who represent Japan’s music world—this song was born from their collaboration.
Iwasaki’s crystal-clear voice beautifully captures both the exhilaration and the bittersweet feelings of a woman in love.
It’s a heartwarming track that evokes the sweet and sour memories of youth.
A true gem of a song that everyone struggling with love should hear.