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.”
Playlist
| A classic song with a title that starts with “Ru” | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | loudmouthed womanyangusukinii |  play_arrow | A Young Skinny song that portrays the regret after a quarrel |
| 2east | Lukewarmsatō moka |  play_arrow | A signature song that portrays the wavering between love and reality |
| 3east | LOOPSIRUP |  play_arrow | The everyday warmth that resonates in SiRUP’s heart |
| 4east | Le ciel ~Words Praying for Your Happiness~KAT-TUN |  play_arrow | “Ciel,” a masterpiece brimming with exotic flair and a spirit of adventure |
| 5east | Lapis-Lazuli EarthMatsuda Seiko |  play_arrow | Seiko Matsuda’s classic songs add a touch of color to weddings. |
| 6east | LOSERYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu’s powerful songs that overcome adversity |
| 7east | lulu.Mrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | The opening theme song of the anime “Frieren” is moving. |
| 8east | Loop the Roomrushino |  play_arrow | A feeling of being trapped, a nightmare of mazes |
| 9east | RootsSHANK |  play_arrow | A signature song by SHANK, a melody-driven punk with a rush of speed |
| 10east | LuminousKagami Hayato |  play_arrow | A fiery rock song by Nijisanji’s Hayato Kagami |
| 11east | Loo% Who%Rin to shite Shigure |  play_arrow | Ling Tosite Sigure’s EP “Lost God of SASORI” |
| 12east | Lubanza FireSEAMO |  play_arrow | A tr— that sampled an anime theme song... |
| 13east | Look at meBIGMAMA |  play_arrow | A youthful cry capturing the loneliness and restlessness of youth |
| 14east | Room No.Bone Hair Neck |  play_arrow | The rock band Bon…, active out of Sapporo, |
| 15east | rougeMutō Ayami |  play_arrow | Ayami Mutō’s 80s-style makeup song |
| 16east | lutherKendrick Lamar & SZA |  play_arrow | Kendrick and SZA’s moving love ballad |
| 17east | Route 246Nogizaka 46 |  play_arrow | A collaboration streaming song by Tetsuya Komuro and Yasushi Akimoto |
| 18east | Rumortrhaneru sakana |  play_arrow | The room-altering, addictive track makes the mood shifts feel good. |
| 19east | Rubik LoveJenīhai |  play_arrow | Pop music of a frustrating love |
| 20east | RookieTamaki Kōji |  play_arrow | A message song that encourages the courage to move forward |
| 21east | ROUGE OF GRAYBOØWY |  play_arrow | The fourth album, “JUST A HER… |
| 22east | Ruby RingTerao Akira |  play_arrow | Akira Terao’s biggest hit song, “Ruby no Yubiwa” (Ruby Ring) |
| 23east | Luluyakushimaru etsuko |  play_arrow | A love song about a special person who stays by your side during tough times. |
| 24east | Luka Luka★Night Feversamfree Feat.Megurine Ruka |  play_arrow | Truly one of Megurine Luka’s signature works. Fever and Ty... |
| 25east | Luka Luka★Night Feversamfree | play_arrow | Eurobeat classic, passionately sung by Megurine Luka! |
| 26east | LuminanceHara Marihiko feat. Iguchi Satoru |  play_arrow | The ending song of the film “National Treasure” is moving. |
| 27east | Look Up The Sky (Featuring Keiji Haino)Majikaru Pawā Mako |  play_arrow | Meditation Music by Magical Power Mako |
| 28east | loopnegoto |  play_arrow | Expressing the complex feelings of youth through synths and beats |
| 29east | Ulysses in Lapis Lazuli Blueiruka aisu |  play_arrow | A moving song celebrating Hatsune Miku’s 16-year history |
| 30east | Loop & LoopASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION |  play_arrow | Easy to sing with a steady rhythm |
| 31east | LouisianaCAROL |  play_arrow | Japanese rock star Eikichi Yazawa was a member of... |
| 32east | LelouchMIMI |  play_arrow | A song introduction depicting the loneliness of the Vocaloid PMIMI |
| 33east | RootsUVERworld |  play_arrow | A UVERworld song with a fast-paced, bittersweet melody |
| 34east | LUNA-PIENAcoba |  play_arrow | Japan’s national accordionist performs on the world stage |
| 35east | Lapis-Lazuli EarthTeshima Aoi |  play_arrow | Unique, deeply resonant vocals and a profound, immersive world... |
| 36east | RoutesHata Motohiro |  play_arrow | Lyrics with taste and a moving melodi— |
| 37east | rulebookFujiwara Hagane |  play_arrow | A high-speed Vocaloid song that believes in possibility |
| 38east | Lupin the Third Love ThemeMizuki Ichirō |  play_arrow | Lupin the Third’s famous song, passionately sung by Ichiro Mizuki |
| 39east | LOOP ~One of the BE:ST-03 RYUHEI~RYUHEI |  play_arrow | RYUHEI’s solo song is centered on low notes and is easy to sing. |
| 40east | Ruururunamiguru |  play_arrow | A Vocaloid song that reflects internet culture |
| 41east | RudeMAGIC |  play_arrow | The Power of Love from a Canadian Reggae Band |
| 42east | LUCID DREAMSG |  play_arrow | Expressed a surreal and mysterious worldview… |
| 43east | lookin’ forsupittsu |  play_arrow | A song that supports a positive mindset |
| 44east | Lulu (RuLe)Ado |  play_arrow | Ado’s powerful theme song expresses a rebellious spirit |
| 45east | LOSE ALLBRAHMAN |  | A track included on BRAHMAN’s 2004 album |
| 46east | Lapis-Lazuli EarthOikawa Nazuna (CV: Hirose Suzu) |  play_arrow | A song that resonates on a summer night, filled with hope |
| 47east | Message of RougeMatsutoya Yumi |  play_arrow | A classic song about standing up to infidelity and celebrating women's strength |
| 48east | Lupin the Third Theme ’80Ōno Yūji |  play_arrow | Lupin the Third’s theme song is a masterpiece. |
| 49east | Theme of Lupin the ThirdŌno Yūji |  play_arrow | Yuji Ohno’s jazz, classic anime theme songs |
| 50east | Looking 4uNeibiss |  play_arrow | Neibiss from Kobe delivers genreless music. |
| 51east | Ressentiment and the Fictional Gardenrori P |  | A powerful piano and a fast-paced rock song |
| 52east | Runaway“E”qual |  play_arrow | A rap that hits for a ROCKin’ “E”qual summer |
| 53east | LOOK UP TOGETHERBACKLIFT |  play_arrow | 1st album “FOR YOU, FOR…” |
| 54east | ROOTS OF TREEBRAHMAN |  play_arrow | A song characterized by the resonant sound of drums and guitar |
| 55east | Look Alive (Party Starterz Trap Remix) Ft. DrakeBlocBoy JB |  play_arrow | Causing a whirlwind of massive success in the United States, and in Ja... |
| 56east | lapis lazuli blueGO!GO!7188 |  play_arrow | Characteristics of GO!GO!7188’s Japanese-style songs |
| 57east | Lunatic GateJanne Da Arc |  play_arrow | A melodious song about a secret relationship |
| 58east | LupinKARA |  play_arrow | A dance track of confidence and determination, showcasing KARA’s charm |
| 59east | RüggerdaKulfiQ |  play_arrow | Feelings of a pleasant rock tune |
| 60east | Lupin The Third<ルパン三世のテーマ>MONKEY MAJIK |  play_arrow | English cover song of Lupin the Third theme |
| 61east | RookieFLOW |  play_arrow | |
| 62east | roomTHE 118’s |  play_arrow | |
| 63east | Lose your mindMY FIRST STORY |  play_arrow | A song where Hiro’s vocals and drumming stand out |
| 64east | Room #103Pay money To my Pain |  play_arrow | Unreleased demo recordings by K released |
| 65east | Look Like You KnowRoyal Blood |  play_arrow | Mike Ka... from Brighton, England |
| 66east | LUCIFERSHINee |  play_arrow | An addictive song that expresses magic and restraint |
| 67east | RulesSUPER BEAVER |  play_arrow | On the second full album, “How to Begin the Future,”… |
| 68east | Room45TOTALFAT |  play_arrow | A sing-along from the audience kicked off right from the intro... |
| 69east | RUBY SPARKSurutora tawā |  play_arrow | The courage to look to the future and move forward positively |
| 70east | Rule Your WorldKurisutaru Kei |  play_arrow | Low-tempo rap in the Black music style |
| 71east | Looking for your loveGosuperāzu |  play_arrow | Gospellers’ a cappella ballad |
| 72east | Look For The Silver LiningHiro Kawashima |  play_arrow | A Japanese trumpeter’s interactions with Chet Baker |
| 73east | Looking For LoveAvicii |  play_arrow | Famous for “Feel So Close”… |
| 74east | RurikazakuraRumiya |  | A bittersweet longing for someone dear who parted ways at graduation |
| 75east | person of moistureakai kouen |  play_arrow | Included in the mini album “Is It Transparent or Black?” |
| 76east | RootsAKASAKI |  play_arrow | Singer-songwriter AKASAKI... |
| 77east | Runaway BabyBruno Mars |  play_arrow | Popular song by Bruno Mars. TikTok self-introduction BGM |
| 78east | RYU STYLEDA PUMP |  play_arrow | Achieved a comeback in 2018 with 'U.S.A.' |
| 79east | Rookie feat. Hatsune MikuDECO*27 |  play_arrow | One of Japan’s leading Vocaloid producers, DECO*… |
| 80east | ROOM VACATION feat. Tsubaki & Emi OkamotoDJ HASEBE |  play_arrow | Summer room time drawn by a trio collaboration |
| 81east | Loop DaigakuinDJ Kentaro |  play_arrow | The skills of the man who became the world’s No. 1 DJ at 13 |
| 82east | Lose Yourself to DanceDaft Punk |  play_arrow | French electronic music… |
| 83east | RunawayDel Shannon |  play_arrow | Del Shannon’s 1960s hit that reached No. 1 in the U.S. |
| 84east | Lupin the Third ~ Theme of LoveEGO-WRAPPIN’ |  play_arrow | It’s an insert song from the Lupin the Third TV anime. The rest is… |
| 85east | Route 66EXILE THE SECOND |  play_arrow | A song inspired by Route 66 |
| 86east | Loose yourselfEminem |  play_arrow | Eminem, who scored massive hits as a rapper… |
| 87east | Lose YourselfEminem |  play_arrow | Lyrics portraying the way a strong man lives get me hyped... |
| 88east | Look at meFUSION |  play_arrow | In July 2021, they released the digital-only single “Run…” |
| 89east | RuinsFirst Aid Kit |  play_arrow | The pain caused by a failed romance, and the discovery found from it... |
| 90east | runaway runawayGLAY |  play_arrow | You could say it’s practically the most fast-paced in GLAY. |
| 91east | RULE OF A SELFISH GUYSGOOD 4 NOTHING |  play_arrow | An exciting track on the album |
| 92east | LUVORATORRRRRY!Giga · reoru |  play_arrow | The feeling of “Want me more and more!” is in the lyrics… |
| 93east | Loser Like MeGlee Cast |  play_arrow | Dance numbers from the musical drama “Glee”… |
| 94east | LUXEHIROOMI TOSAKA feat.CRAZYBOY |  play_arrow | of Sandaime J Soul Brothers... |
| 95east | LuceINE |  play_arrow | A Vocaloid song with complex sounds produced by INE |
| 96east | RunawayJamiroquai |  play_arrow | Jamiroquai is a British band... |
| 97east | ROOFTOPS feat. Satoshi FujiwaraKERENMI |  play_arrow | A dance track by Satoshi Fujihara and KERENMI |
| 98east | RubyKaiser Chiefs |  play_arrow | A British indie rock band... |
| 99east | LOOKING FOR A RAINBOWLINDBERG |  play_arrow | Singing that the rainbow we saw long ago with my childhood friend is a hope to live… |
| 100east | ROUTE 246LINDBERG |  play_arrow | ROUTE246 debut song rock |
| 101east | Root SphereLast Note. |  play_arrow | A positive Vocaloid song by Last Note. |
| 102east | RumorsLindsay Lohan |  play_arrow | A child actor star, and a fashion icon... |
| 103east | ROOMMY FIRST STORY |  play_arrow | A song that transitions from a quiet intro to shouts |
| 104east | ROUTE 66Nat King Cole |  play_arrow | A famous song about a journey on Route 66 |
| 105east | LOOK AT MENiziU |  play_arrow | NiziU’s new song refreshingly portrays the feelings of summer love |
| 106east | Look UpNulbarich |  play_arrow | The appeal of city pop, upbeat lyrics |
| 107east | Room shareOSTER project |  play_arrow | “Room Share” is OSTER proje… |
| 108east | loose-leaf paperP.I.MONSTER |  play_arrow | Rock band P.I.MONSTER reunites |
| 109east | On Lucian HillRED WARRIORS |  play_arrow | The classic by RED WARRIORS still shines today. |
| 110east | RunawayRF |  play_arrow | Recordings by numerous musicians and… |
| 111east | Luka Luka★Night FeverSAM |  play_arrow | It evokes the image of EDM and club-style music... |
| 112east | RunawaySHINee |  play_arrow | The song that signals the start of the concert |
| 113east | LULUSIX LOUNGE |  play_arrow | A three-piece rock 'n' roll band from Oita, SIX... |
| 114east | LOSING YOUSOLANGE |  play_arrow | Solang, an American artist… |
| 115east | Lapis-colored sighT-BOLAN |  play_arrow | A popular T-BOLAN song characteristic of the ’90s |
| 116east | Rules feat. Tao TsuchiyaTAIKING |  play_arrow | The collaborative song “Rules” by Suchmos and TAIKING is striking. |
| 117east | LOONY’S ANTHEMTRICERATOPS |  play_arrow | An irresistibly catchy track that'll have you hitting repeat |
| 118east | luna e amataU-ta |  play_arrow | It’s a very beautiful, ethnic-style song with made-up lyrics, and the title is… |
| 119east | ruminatorété |  play_arrow | été: An alternative rock band centered on Japanese guitar rock |
| 120east | Root Sphere (Last Note.)halyosy |  play_arrow | She is also active as a singer-songwriter… |
| 121east | Rootsindigo jam unit |  play_arrow | A four-piece instrumental unit. Each member... |
| 122east | Loop In My Heartm-flo loves Emyli & YOSHIKA |  play_arrow | Sparkling guitar and an enchanting vocal collaboration |
| 123east | Rubik’s Cubeotetsu |  play_arrow | If you want to sing an energetic, cool song, then this is the one… |
| 124east | loops and loopssat |  play_arrow | Features of KAITO V3's self-cover album |
| 125east | Loose ChangetysP |  play_arrow | A classic song that celebrates the importance of living true to yourself |
| 126east | Lucifer¿?shimon |  play_arrow | A dark dubstep Vocaloid song |
| 127east | LOOPupiko |  play_arrow | Uppiko’s song “LOOP” that captivates with deep bass |
| 128east | look at the seaoishikuru meronpan |  play_arrow | Oishikuru Melonpan, The Depth of Love |
| 129east | Jolly Rice Ball Chivalryomusubiman (Yanagi Shino) |  play_arrow | Omusubiman, a wandering samurai traveler, a popular figure |
| 130east | Lumakairiki bea |  play_arrow | A Kairiki Bear song with an impressive guitar |
| 131east | Roomsakaiyuu |  play_arrow | Overflowing with acoustic sound and gentleness… |
| 132east | Repeating-Year Girlharufuri |  play_arrow | A Vocalo-rock song by Harufuri themed around freedom and energy |
| 133east | Generations upon generations; an unending stream (of people or things) coming one after another.Karurosu Hakamada |  play_arrow | A high-energy rock that portrays the happiness of neighborhood Chinese eateries |
| 134east | RookieSakanakushon |  play_arrow | A signature song by Sakanaction. Make it a bit stylish and change… |
| 135east | LunaLunasupittsu |  play_arrow | A soaring high-toned voice with light guitar acc... |
| 136east | ROOMChekkāzu |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that gently sings of a love that won’t return |
| 137east | Lupin the Third Theme Song IIChārī Kōsei |  play_arrow | The e... of the first season of the popular anime Lupin the Third |
| 138east | RunawayDīn Fujioka |  play_arrow | Multitalented Dean Fujioka |
| 139east | Lura luraHitorie |  play_arrow | Relieving stress with Hitorie’s “Rurarura” |
| 140east | RumorPorisupikaderī |  play_arrow | An urban Vocaloid song by Polis Piccadilly |
| 141east | ruriYurii Kanon |  play_arrow | A refreshing song by Yuri Kanon of Tsukiyomi |
| 142east | Theme of Lupin the ThirdYū & Ekusupurōjon Bando |  play_arrow | Let's sing classic hit songs at karaoke |
| 143east | Route BLUENakajima Yuki |  play_arrow | Ending theme song of Miss Shikimori |
| 144east | Lupinranger VS PatrangerYoshida Tatsuhiko & Yoshida Hitomi |  play_arrow | A phantom-thief and police task force: the clash between justice and dreams |
| 145east | LUCIFERTsuchiya Anna |  play_arrow | A rock singer-actress influenced by Western music |
| 146east | rougehorie atsushi |  play_arrow | A song that portrays the heartbreak of lost love from a female perspective |
| 147east | RubyŌhashi Chippoke |  play_arrow | The anime based on the game “Namuamidabutsu! -Rend… |
| 148east | Lupin the Third Theme ’78Ōno Yūji |  play_arrow | The theme song of Lupin the Third is popular at baseball games as a cheer song. |
| 149east | Route 2Okuda Tamio |  play_arrow | Route 2: The Best Rock Songs for Driving |
| 150east | LunaArashiro Beni |  play_arrow | Beni Arashiro, a soothing song themed around the moon |
| 151east | Ruby TimeYamamoto Kazue |  play_arrow | Kazue Yamamoto’s heartrending love song |
| 152east | look at the seaYuuma |  play_arrow | Article introducing songs by Comdot Yuma |
| 153east | Luminous TempleHinata Denkō |  play_arrow | The unique musical world of Vocaloid producer Hinata Denko |
| 154east | Le RhôneHattori Katsuhisa |  play_arrow | Approachable pieces by Katsuhisa Hattori to play on the piano |
| 155east | Routine MelodiesToukyou Sukapara Daisu Ookesutora |  play_arrow | A bright track featuring electric piano and guitar that boosts your vacation mood. |
| 156east | Routine Melodies RepriseToukyou Sukapara Daisu Ookesutora |  play_arrow | The 20th original full album “Par…” |
| 157east | Lapis-Lazuli Blue Earth 2020Matsuda Seiko |  play_arrow | Seiko’s songs are the memorable music of people in their 50s. |
| 158east | LOOP CHILD / I just want to hear ‘I’m home’ one more timeShibano Mariko (LOOP CHILD) |  play_arrow | Guitarist from Tochigi, LOOP CHILD |
| 159east | In the Wandering TownHimuro Kazuya |  play_arrow | A new milestone in mood kayō: Himuro’s jewel |
| 160east | Lapis-Lazuli Earthsawada chikako |  play_arrow | A solid presence as a singer of the Showa era… |
| 161east | Route 246Fukada Kyoko |  play_arrow | A song that depicts the exhilaration of love and youth |
| 162east | lucykatahira rina |  play_arrow | A coming-of-age song about dates and choosing outfits |
| 163east | The things I kept for you, I never… Those Things I KeptSweet John |  play_arrow | In the predecessor band, the Natural Voice Music Group, a female member... |
| 164east | RouletteMajima Masatoshi |  play_arrow | Also known as the guitarist of The Cro-Magnons… |
| 165east | Look Back AgainYaita Hitomi |  play_arrow | Hitomi Yaida’s exhilarating, attractive rock classic |
| 166east | Ruru-chan’s suicide livestreamShinsei Kamattechan |  play_arrow | Dark music of an internet pop-rock band |
| 167east | ROOTSmatsuri nain |  play_arrow | Matsuri Nine. was a male idol group from Nagoya that disbanded in 2022. |
| 168east | Rouge ButterflyAkimoto Junko |  play_arrow | My heart burns as I head back to my lover—Junko Akimoto... |
| 169east | A Roving Paper EffigySuda Masaki ✕ Tokyo Sukapara-daisu Okesutora |  play_arrow | The passionate theme song of Rurouni Kenshin |
| 170east | Louisiana MamaIida Hisahiko |  play_arrow | Hisahiko Iida's summer-oriented hit song |
| 171east | Fleeting LoveKouzai Kaori |  play_arrow | Kaori Kozai, a highly accomplished enka singer from Osaka |
| 172east | Look At Me NowCharlie Puth |  play_arrow | “Look A...” released in 2013 |
| 173east | Loose Life (not so bad)DA PUMP |  | A moving song that showcases a new frontier for DA PUMP |
| 174east | Louisiana BluesFLOWER TRAVELLIN’ BAND |  play_arrow | Signature song(s) of the Flower Travellin’ Band |
| 175east | loose-leaf paperHilcrhyme |  play_arrow | A loose take on the story of the life to come… |
| 176east | Route 66John Mayer |  play_arrow | I picture a rider speeding by in a black leather jacket... |
| 177east | Lupinranger VS PatrangerProject. R |  play_arrow | Kaitou Sentai Lupinranger VS Keisatsu Sentai P... |
| 178east | Noisy NeighborSPARKS GO GO |  play_arrow | SPARKS GO, who debuted in 1990 … |
| 179east | Louie LouieThe Kingsmen |  play_arrow | Sung about a sailor traveling through Jamaica... |
| 180east | Lupin OndoMinami Haruo |  play_arrow | The end of “Lupin the Third: The Mystery of Mamo” (theatrical feature)… |
| 181east | Rui-ruiTakagawa Yosuke |  play_arrow | Yosuke Tagawa used to be an idol singer. |
| 182east | Lapis-Lazuli EarthHirose Suzu | play_arrow | Suzu Hirose covers a song by Seiko Matsuda |
| 183east | Le rouge est amourKamui Gakupo |  play_arrow | This feels like a ballad by a visual-kei band… |
| 184east | Rude GyalAKANE |  play_arrow | Cute singer J. AKANE. In Japan, not so mu... |
| 185east | LOSERNEWS |  play_arrow | An uplifting song that gives you the courage to overcome setbacks |
| 186east | Look!Suiet |  play_arrow | Suiet heartwarming ballad |
| 187east | LumilyGesu no Kiwami Otome. |  play_arrow | CM song by Gesu no Kiwami Otome |
| 188east | LoopKamishiraishi Mone |  play_arrow | Mone Kamishiraishi’s song brimming with kindness |
| 189east | Ruby RingTerao Akira |  play_arrow | Atsushi Terao’s signature song, with a depiction of heartbreak that resonates deeply |
| 190east | ROUTE to ROOTSTakehara Pisutoru |  play_arrow | Singing of the present moment between life and death |
| 191east | Rude loose danceMinami |  play_arrow | A life-affirming song powered by Minami’s passionate vocals |
| 192east | Message of RougeArai Yumi |  play_arrow | A classic by Yumi Arai, an iconic song of love and growth |
| 193east | Theme of Lupin the ThirdFujiwara Kikuo |  play_arrow | Theme song of Lupin the Third: lively and memorable. |
| 194east | Louisiana BobMakishimamu Za Horumon |  play_arrow | Aggressive sound and live performa… |
| 195east | rougeNakajima Miyuki |  play_arrow | A song that portrays a woman's growth and transformation |
| 196east | LookbookBoA |  play_arrow | A positive song that turns fashion into confidence |
| 197east | Look of Lifefhána |  play_arrow | Hope to move forward while wavering at a crossroads in life |
| 198east | Look at memerokuru |  play_arrow | A bittersweet song woven from assertiveness and compassion |
| 199east | Lupin the Third ’78Toukyou Sukapara Daisu Ookesutora |  play_arrow | Covered the theme song of the anime Lupin the Third... |
| 200east | RubatoYorushika |  play_arrow | A sprightly song that stirs the heart, depicting everyday emotions |
| 201east | LucyHome |  play_arrow | Indie rock band HOME from Okinawa |