A classic song with a title that starts with “Ru”
Have you ever played shiritori using song titles?
Surprisingly, you can’t recall song names as easily as you’d think, and it gets pretty heated.
One of the trickiest letters in that game—easily among the top contenders—is “ru.”
There just aren’t many songs that come to mind starting with “ru,” right?
But if you look, you’ll find there are plenty of hidden gems that do start with “ru”!
From titles using colors and gemstones to words like rookie and loop, we found lots of songs.
By all means, enjoy the quirky yet wonderful world of songs starting with the notoriously tricky “ru.”
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Masterpieces with Titles Starting with “Ru” (181–190)
Le rouge est amourKamui Gakupo
This song, reminiscent of a visual kei band ballad, is fun to sing as it lets you switch smoothly between low and high notes.
If you’re a woman in your thirties, you probably took an interest in visual kei bands at least once during your school days.
I hope this track brings back that spark from those times and inspires you to sing it.
Rude GyalAKANE
Cute singjay AKANE.
A rare female DJ style in Japan.
It’s crafted to get everyone hyped with dancehall tunes.
“Rude gyal” is probably close to the nuance of a tomboy.
Magnum Records is doing a great job.
LOSERNEWS
A captivating number with a driving, exhilarating melody and a message that resonates in the heart.
Its powerful lyrics, which give you the courage to push forward after life’s setbacks, leave a lasting impression.
Coupled with a grand sound, it also carries a warmth that feels like a gentle push on your back.
It’s a track that fully showcases NEWS’s matured musicality.
Released in June 2022, it was also used as the opening theme for the drama “Kichijoji Losers.” In contrast to the double A-side track “The Three Musketeers,” it offers a different vibe, letting you savor the many facets of NEWS’s appeal.
It’s the perfect cheer song for when you want to feel encouraged or take a new step forward!
Look!Suiet
A heartwarming ballad by Suiet, released in February 2025.
With a delicate melody, it beautifully portrays feelings for someone special.
Its sophisticated tone, infused with jazz elements, and its pleasant rhythm are striking.
Perfect for gazing up at the night sky as your thoughts turn to a loved one, or for talking with a friend troubled by love.
It’s a song that turns the small moments of everyday life into irreplaceable memories.
LumilyGesu no Kiwami Otome.
Gesu no Kiwami Otome is a four-member co-ed band that has gained popularity for their lyrics that weave a one-of-a-kind worldview and for their thrilling songs born from each member’s exceptional musicianship.
The track Rumiry, included as the B-side to their second single Watashi Igai Watashi Janai no, was used as the commercial song for Huis Ten Bosch’s Hydrangea Festival.
Its intricate beats and stylish ensemble showcase the band’s depth and polish.
It’s a must-hear track also featured on their best-of album Maru.
LoopKamishiraishi Mone
With a voice full of kindness and warmth, Mone Kamishiraishi’s songs gently accompany listeners’ hearts.
Serving as the theme song for the three-week special drama “Rotating While Revolving,” it was released digitally in December 2023.
Centered on themes of everyday beauty and love for existence itself, the lyrics strikingly embrace the cycle of life with a positive outlook.
Beginning with quiet natural imagery, it conveys gratitude for the days that repeat.
Though the tempo is unhurried, the melody resonates deeply.
Amid its calm atmosphere, it also imparts a sense of forward-looking strength.
It’s the perfect track for when you want to soothe a tired heart or spend time reflecting on yourself.
Ruby RingTerao Akira
Known as one of Akira Terao’s signature songs, this piece is a poignant track that depicts a mature romance.
Its lyrics, which look back fondly on a lost love, together with Terao’s characteristically husky vocals, resonate deeply with listeners.
Released in February 1981, it became a massive hit, staying at No.
1 on the Oricon charts for ten consecutive weeks.
It was also featured in a Yokohama Tires commercial, earning broad popularity across generations.
It’s a recommended listen for those who have experienced parting with someone dear, or for anyone who wants to soak in the atmosphere of the Showa era.