Songs with titles that start with “Sa”: a roundup you can use for shiritori or karaoke
What songs come to mind with titles that start with “Sa”? In this article, we’ll introduce songs whose titles begin with “Sa,” which are handy for games like song-title shiritori or karaoke with letter restrictions.
When you think of “sa,” many people picture sakura (cherry blossoms) that bloom beautifully in spring—and along with that, there are countless songs that have “sakura” in their titles.
Starting with the power word “sakura,” we’ve gathered a variety of songs whose titles begin with “sa.” Be sure to check them out and use them in different situations!
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Songs whose titles start with “Sa.” A roundup useful for shiritori and karaoke (1–10)
I wonder if I was able to say goodbyeNEW!Kurenazumu
This is a song themed around springtime farewells by Kurenazumu, a rock band based in Fukuoka.
Blending a pleasantly reverberant guitar sound with a pop melody, it beautifully depicts scenes of falling cherry blossoms and bittersweet emotions.
Released in March 2023, the track was chosen as the opening theme for Fuji TV’s music program “Love music” for the month of March.
It was written based on drummer Shuta’s real-life experience of leaving his hometown, and the music video was reportedly filmed in his native Kagoshima.
With a warmth that permeates the sadness of parting, the sound feels perfect for March, when graduations and job transfers bring changes to many.
It’s a heartfelt number you’ll want to sing at karaoke, filled with thoughts for someone special.
March BrideNEW!Chōkyūmei
Since their formation in 2020, Chōkyūmei have gained attention following a hit on social media.
As a “song you want to hear in March,” here’s one of their classic tracks perfect for the arrival of spring.
Released in February 2022, this piece was written specifically as the opening theme for the MBS drama slot “Ase to Sekken.” Vocalist Rei handled both lyrics and composition, crafting a straightforward love song that portrays the exhilaration of being in love and the impulse to hold the other person close.
It was later included on the album “Surudoi Sasakure” and is cherished as one of the band’s signature songs.
As the title suggests, it carries the seasonal feeling of March, when life changes with graduations and transfers; it’s an ideal track for those who want to reaffirm their feelings for someone important during this time when farewells and new encounters intersect.
cherry blossoms drifting awayNEW!Utada Hikaru
Singer-songwriter Hikaru Utada, who continues to lead the J-pop scene with overwhelming vocal prowess and a unique sensibility.
“Sakura Nagashi,” suddenly released for download in November 2012 during her hiatus, was written as the theme song for the film Evangelion: 3.0 You Can (Not) Redo.
It was later included on her comeback album, Fantôme.
Beginning with tranquil piano and restrained vocals, it swells into a breathtaking finale where electric guitar and strings intertwine.
The lyrics, which overlay the fleeting cherry blossoms with the brilliance of life and eternal love, resonate with the emotions of March, when meetings and partings intersect.
This tender ballad is a perfect choice for a post-farewell-party gathering or as the closing number when you want to sing something heartfelt at karaoke.
Songs with titles that start with “Sa.” A roundup you can use for shiritori or karaoke (11–20)
Sakura SongNEW!Takahashi Yuu
With the warmth of spring, don’t you sometimes find yourself thinking of old friends? Marking the fifth anniversary of his major debut, the single Yu Takahashi released in March 2016 vividly captures the subtleties of that season.
Its lyrics affirm not only past glories, but even the stubborn realities that don’t go our way and the pain of parting, embracing them as “the beauty of a graceful farewell,” and gently giving listeners a push forward.
The music video, starring Mugi Kadowaki and supervised by film director Hirokazu Kore-eda, became a major talking point; its visuals, like a short film, deepened the song’s world even further.
Even if circumstances change and we grow apart, the message that someday we’ll laugh together again under the same tree will surely resonate deeply with anyone starting a new chapter, whether graduating or transferring to a new post.
ReunionNEW!LiSA×Uru
This is a collaborative song by LiSA and Uru.
It was created following their appearance on the YouTube channel THE FIRST TAKE, and it’s also known for being produced by Ayase from YOASOBI.
Released in November 2020, the track drew attention as the CM song for Sony’s 1000X series.
The lyrics portray the frustration of being unable to meet and the heartfelt wish to reunite, overlapping with a wintery inner landscape that seeks warmth amid the cold.
It’s perfect for gazing at a silver world from a lift or quietly soaking in the atmosphere on a snowy night.
SubtitleNEW!Ofisharu Higedan Dism
A winter ballad by Official HIGE DANDism that quietly seeps into the heart like snow falling and piling up in silence.
Released for streaming in October 2022, this song was written as the theme for Fuji TV’s Thursday drama “silent.” Comparing words to snowflakes, the lyrics portray both the difficulty and the preciousness of conveying shapeless feelings, striking listeners deeply.
The anecdote that it was created after a training camp in Hokkaido also makes you feel the wintry air—cold yet warm—breathing through the entire piece.
It’s perfect for gazing out over a silver world from a ski lift, or for taking a relaxing break in a lodge with a warm drink in hand.
Cherry Blossom RainNEW!halyosy
Music producer halyosy, highly acclaimed for creating songs using VOCALOID.
Centered on the theme of graduation, this piece was born from the idea: if Hatsune Miku were a student, what would she sing? When it was released on a video site in February 2008, it quickly became the talk of the town and was made into a single as the major-label debut of the music unit absorb.
In 2016, it was also chosen as the theme song for the film “Sakura no Ame,” starring Maika Yamamoto.
Its appeal lies in a beautiful melody like fluttering cherry blossoms and a down-to-earth message anyone can relate to.
It’s a song you should sing precisely when you’re feeling the sadness of parting.
It’s a masterpiece that reaffirms the bonds of friendship and gives you the courage to look forward.