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 (221–230)
Goodbye, Secret Baseshiritsu ebisu chūgaku
A song that uses a childhood hideout as its motif to portray parting and the preservation of memories.
It’s included on Shiritsu Ebisu Chugaku’s seventh full-length album, “Shiritsu Ebisu Chugaku,” released in March 2022.
Kenta Aloha handled the lyrics, composition, and arrangement, imbuing the song with a distinctive feel in the density of its words and the flow of its melody.
The lyrics are sprinkled with expressions tied to physical sensations—like embracing and checking answers—that convey the urgency of time that can’t be reclaimed, while also holding a determination to move forward.
It’s been performed live and has grown into a song that fosters a strong sense of unity in the venue.
A gently resonant number that’s perfect for graduation season, as you look back on days with friends and take your next step forward.
Search for Diamond Lily＝LOVE
Cherry blossoms, an old school building, a uniform button—packed with such scenes of spring, this =LOVE song is the group’s fifth single, released in April 2019.
With lyrics written by Rino Sashihara and a fresh melody crafted by multiple composers, it pairs a bright tempo with lyrics that gently ache with the passage of time.
It reached No.
2 on the Oricon Weekly Chart and earned a Gold certification from the Recording Industry Association of Japan.
The track was also featured in Mr.
Fusion’s programming school “Prosta Kids” commercial.
In its story-driven music video, the turmoil of parting with friends is portrayed with care.
It’s recommended not only for those approaching graduation, but also for anyone who struggles to put their gratitude for friends into words.
Listen as spring arrives, and you’ll feel moved to cherish the time you have with the people who matter most.
cherry blossomMoriyama Naotaro
This song, a massive hit in 2003, is a masterpiece that depicts parting and reunion through the beauty and transience of cherry blossoms.
Naotaro Moriyama’s clear vocals and the simple, piano-centered arrangement resonate deeply with listeners.
The lyrics, which liken cherry blossoms scattering at the very moment they are in full bloom to the turning points of life, evoke both the poignancy of a departure and a forward-looking hope.
Chosen as the ending theme for the MBS/TBS program “Sekai Ururun Taizai-ki,” it sold over one million copies.
In 2019, it was revived with a new arrangement as the theme song for the drama “同期のサクラ” (Synchrony’s Sakura), and it continues to be loved across generations.
Sung at a graduation ceremony—one of life’s important milestones—it will etch memories with friends and a resolve for the future even more deeply.
Sazae-sanUno Yuuko
Sunday evening brings the familiar theme song of a beloved national anime! Needless to say, it’s the opening theme for Fuji TV’s anime “Sazae-san,” released in 1969.
In fact, Ms.
Uno’s main profession is chanson singer, but during the recording, composer Kyohei Tsutsumi showed up and had her sing from sheet music at sight, almost like an audition.
The decisive factor was the judgment that “it’s better without sultriness,” and her bright, crisp voice was chosen.
It’s a classic anime song that people of all generations can sing.
PSYCHOFurui Riho
While projecting full confidence, deep down it’s a candid portrait of someone battling anxiety and impatience—a down-to-earth, bare-all track.
Released by Furui Riho in August 2023, its appeal lies in a cool sound where danceable, R&B-based beats intertwine with indie rock–styled guitar riffs.
The way it wryly sings about dark emotions like the need for validation and self-loathing instead brings out a richly human allure.
By revealing the vulnerability behind the bravado, it grabs listeners’ hearts.
At karaoke, try laying your true feelings bare in your delivery—you might just close the distance with that special someone in one go.
It’s the cutest ever!Chou Tokimeki♡Sendenbu
If you want to electrify the crowd with maximum cuteness, this number from Cho Tokimeki♡Sendenbu is perfect.
It fuses lyrics that tell an uplifting story of a protagonist who, after a heartbreak, builds her self-esteem, with a dynamic, pop-driven sound.
The songwriting and composition by Koresawa showcase her flair, and just listening to it gives you energy.
Released as a single in May 2024, it became a viral hit on TikTok with over 1.2 billion total views.
It won the Lyrics Award at the 66th Japan Record Awards, and topped the annual karaoke rankings on DAM for girls’ group songs.
The chorus choreography is catchy and easy to copy, making it an excellent fit for party performances and dance projects.
Play it at a wedding after-party or for a surprise production—any scene where you want to bring smiles—and it’s sure to brighten the atmosphere!
Songs whose titles start with “Sa.” A roundup useful for shiritori or karaoke (231–240)
Cherry tree-lined roadWhiteberry
If you’re looking for a track that captures both the warmth of spring and a touch of bittersweet feeling, check out the single WHITEBERRY released in April 2001.
It was their first single with both lyrics and music written by the band members themselves, imprinting the unfiltered sensibilities of their teenage years directly into the sound.
Featured in a commercial for Asahi Soft Drinks’ Mitsuya Cider, the song peaked at No.
16 on the Oricon weekly chart and is also included on the album “Chameleon.” The lyrics—perfect for the milestone of graduation—evoke the exhilaration of stepping into a new place as you walk down cherry blossom-lined streets, layered with a tender affection for the memories you carry in your heart.
Its brisk band sound and refreshing melody leave a poignant afterglow that tightens your chest once the song ends.
Highly recommended if you want to wrap up a graduation live set on a bright yet subtly wistful note.