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 (431–440)
loadToraburyū
A nonfiction song said to be based on an episode written in a letter from a Toraburyu (Tora Buryu/T-BOLAN? Tiger Dragon?) fan.
It’s a tearjerker that expresses feelings for a girlfriend who tragically died in an accident.
It became a massive hit, selling 2.2 million copies.
Takahashi George singing with deep emotion is really cool.
Lost Melodyyūgō P
This song begins with a mysterious melody.
It portrays the delicate romance of a girl stricken by illness, which is why the vocals sound sorrowful.
The sadness of fading away without leaving anything behind—this track depicts that kind of anguish.
If only a shooting star could grant a wish…
such a heartrending cry.
It’s a song that makes you feel the magnitude of what is being lost.
Listen to it when your heart has room to spare.
romanticEndō Michirō
Michiro Endo, the vocalist of the punk band THE STALIN—which disbanded in 1993—who passed away in 2019, was from Nihonmatsu City in Fukushima Prefecture.
He formed THE STALIN in 1980, and their provocative, flamboyant live performances and music drew attention.
They made their major-label debut in 1982 with the single “Romanchist.” Shortly before that, under the band name Mad Stalin, they also appeared in the film Burst City.
Although THE STALIN disbanded once in 1985, they re-debuted in 1989 as a renewed THE STALIN.
They performed overseas as well, but disbanded again in 1993.
After that, Endo pursued a solo career, while also continuing activities under the name THE STALIN with multiple lineup changes over time.
stoppage timeNoda Megumi
Singer-songwriter Emi Noda has been active in music since her student days, consistently achieving excellent results in various auditions.
In addition to her own work as a vocalist, she energetically contributes songs to other artists as well.
Her greatest appeal is undoubtedly her outstanding vocal ability that grabs your attention from the first listen.
More and more listeners are being captivated by her mature, atmospheric voice.
You can fully appreciate her charm not only in her original songs but also in the cover videos uploaded to her YouTube channel, so if you’re interested, be sure to check them out.
RomanceSuzuki Hiroshi
Hiroshi Suzuki is a trombonist who excels across a wide range of jazz styles—from modern to free—and is so highly regarded in the Japanese jazz scene that people say, “If you want a great performance, make sure you’ve got that trombone player.” Recorded while Suzuki, who had moved to the United States in the early ’70s, was briefly back in Japan, his album “Cat” is a classic beloved even by generations into rare groove.
Featuring members of the legendary jazz combo Freedom Unity, the album was recorded in 1975 and released the following year, 1976.
The tracks blend funky, soulful, mellow, and spiritual elements, all executed at the highest level, generating an effortlessly cool, irresistibly slick groove throughout.
The jacket design—an intense close-up of Suzuki’s face mid-performance paired with a subtle cat silhouette placed just so—is a perfect touch.
Listening to an album like this makes it clear that in the 1970s there were jazz players creating grooves of truly exceptional quality.
RomanceSuzuki Akiko
It’s a timeless masterpiece whose beauty still resonates today, letting you truly feel the rich tone of the Rhodes piano.
Sampled widely both in Japan and abroad, its gorgeous Rhodes loop is one of a kind, and the meticulous attention to the drum drop-ins and the airy sax makes it a truly supreme track.
A roundup of songs whose titles start with the tricky character “ro.” Perfect for shiritori or karaoke (441–450)
Lost starsSuzuki Emiko
Singer Emiko Suzuki, whose father is a musical theater actor, has been performing live since childhood as a member of the family-formed gospel group Sugimoto☆Family.
Her digitally released single “Lost stars,” the second in her series of monthly releases, stands out with its airy track and clear, high-tone vocals.
Many listeners will likely relate to the lyrics that depict the heartbreak and scenes of a broken romance.
It’s an emotional number with a sentimental melody that stirs the heart.
