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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Great songs with titles starting with 'Ru' (11–20)
rougeMutō Ayami
A singer who brings the charm of ’80s kayō pop into the present, Ayami Muto included this track on her 10th solo debut anniversary album, “Memorial HOTEL,” released in December 2024.
The song captures a magical moment: standing before a mirror, applying a bold rouge, and transforming into a special, one-night-only version of yourself.
Her sweet, whisper-like vocals convey the heroine’s fluttering excitement as she gains confidence, making it a perfect choice for a makeup-themed playlist.
Its straightforward, roughly two-and-a-half-minute structure, reminiscent of Showa-era pop, also leaves a strong impression.
Play it while you’re getting ready to go out, and it’s sure to lift your mood.
A glittering pop tune that gives you the strength not to let your dreams fade away.
lutherKendrick Lamar & SZA
Kendrick Lamar, the rapper at the pinnacle of today’s hip-hop scene, and SZA, who reigns supreme in modern R&B—their team-up on this love ballad naturally produces a remarkable chemistry.
Paying homage to a legendary soul singer, the track is a moving piece that portrays two people nurturing love even in difficult circumstances.
Kendrick’s rap, pledging a devoted love that amplifies his partner’s dreams many times over, blends powerfully with SZA’s vocals, which find hope amid adversity like a flower blooming through concrete—truly breathtaking.
Featured on Kendrick’s album “GNX,” the song became a massive hit, reaching No.
1 on the U.S.
charts in March 2025.
Use it as the soundtrack for a video montage with someone special or for an emotional vlog, and it’s sure to add depth and resonance.
Route 246Nogizaka 46
This is a digital-only single composed by Tetsuya Komuro, famed as a master hitmaker, created in collaboration with lyricist Yasushi Akimoto—their first team-up in about ten years.
Released in July 2020, the song was also performed at that year’s NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
Its sparkling synths that evoke classic TK sound and its exhilarating, fast-paced beat really stick in your ears.
The lyrics inspire the courage to follow the path you believe in without being swayed by others’ judgments, giving a push to anyone pursuing a dream or goal.
With a striking contrast between its cool melody and supple vocals, it’s a track that lifts your spirits and moves you forward.
Rumortrhaneru sakana
“Rumurtoru” is another highly addictive track.
This one was created by Vocaloid producer Haneru Sakana.
The first half features a high-tempo drum and bass sound, while the latter half shifts into a Latin-tinged, mysterious vibe.
That dramatic change in atmosphere brings an indescribably pleasing sensation.
The clever rhymes and wordplay are also standout points.
The lyrics are intricate, but by the time you finish listening, they’re strangely seared into your mind.
Rubik LoveJenīhai
This track is a pop number that portrays a frustrating, unrequited love, included on the second album “Jenny Star,” released in September 2021.
With a theme of a relationship that never quite aligns—like a Rubik’s Cube—it sings of missed connections, inner conflict, and a longing that refuses to give up.
The message, which gently embraces such complex emotions, becomes deeply relatable.
Over a lively groove, the interwoven ensemble of guitar and dazzling piano deftly expresses the wavering of a love that’s anything but straightforward.
It’s a song that will resonate with anyone struggling through a complicated romance.
RookieTamaki Kōji
This song carries a message of encouragement, standing by those on the verge of losing heart and rousing the courage to move forward.
It’s said to have been composed with an image of Yoshinobu Takahashi, who was then a rookie shining with the Yomiuri Giants.
The blend of light, buoyant sound and uplifting words leaves a strong impression, gently reminding us that it’s important to keep a sense of enjoyment in any situation.
Its smooth melodic line makes it easy to sing, and I recommend riding the breezy rhythm and letting a cheerful feeling carry your performance.
Masterpieces with titles starting with 'Ru' (21–30)
ROUGE OF GRAYBOØWY
It was included on their fourth album, JUST A HERO, and was apparently also a candidate for the album’s title.
The electronic drum sound in the intro is striking, and the song has a sideways-groove, disco-tinged dance number feel.