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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!

Songs that start with “Sa”: a roundup you can use for word-chain games and karaoke (31–40)

Well then,NEW!SURFACE

Let me introduce a song that revives that rush of speed that makes you want to break into a run, alongside nostalgic anime visuals.

SURFACE’s single “Saa,” released in November 1998, electrified viewers at the time as the opening theme for the TV anime Mamotte Shugogetten! There’s a famous episode about how the lyrics and melody each member brought in miraculously clicked the moment they tried them together with a “Ready, go!” It’s a straightforward rock number that blasts away hesitation.

It was featured on a TV program in October 2015 and drew fresh attention again—proof that it continues to be loved across generations.

If you thrust your fist into the air with your friends to the striking chant at the start of the chorus, the passion of that era will come flooding back, and your karaoke room will instantly be wrapped in the feverish energy of a live venue.

Summer WonderlandNEW!back number

This song was included as a B-side to the single “Old Fashion,” released in November 2018, and later featured on the album “MAGIC.” As the title suggests, it has a breezy, summery band sound, but it depicts more than just the sparkle of the season.

Shimizu Iyori deftly sings about a relationship that never quite comes to a boil and the summer heat we use as an excuse.

It’s also interesting that the track was initially crafted with a focus on performance, which ultimately led to its summery feel.

Among the tracks on the single that also includes the theme song for the TBS drama “A Love to Die For: You Who Forget Me,” this one shines with a uniquely striking presence.

It’s perfect for surrendering yourself to an energetic rhythm while savoring the slightly bittersweet aftertaste of love.

the deepest partNEW!back number

It’s a tense, razor-edged number that opens the album MAGIC.

As the first track on the album released in March 2019, it immediately draws the listener down into the depths of emotion.

MAGIC is a masterpiece packed with hit songs that served as themes for films and dramas, yet placing this deliberately tie-in-free track at the very beginning makes you feel the band’s unwavering resolve.

The lyrics depict the anxieties everyone hides deep inside, and a cry for help like an SOS seeking salvation.

The stark, inescapably real words penned by Iyori Shimizu pierce the heart.

It’s different from the bittersweetness of romance—listen to it on nights when you want to face your own fragility.

It will stay close to a lonely heart.

Goodbye BusNEW!yuzu

Sayonara Bus,” a breakup song that vividly captures a parting scene, is one of Yuzu’s signature early tracks.

Set to sprightly acoustic guitar and harmonica, it portrays the poignant moment when two people wait for a bus and say goodbye.

The delicate depiction of hearts drifting apart without ever quite opening up makes your chest tighten every time you listen.

Released as a single in March 1999, it was later included on the classic album “Yuzuen.” Without a major tie-in, the song spread on the strength of the music itself, touching many listeners’ hearts.

The sound, with Yohito Teraoka participating as producer, and the duo’s harmonies remain as fresh as ever.

Why not give it a listen when you want to look back on a faint, youthful love and gently sit with those slightly bittersweet memories?

Goodbye, baby.NEW!Fuji Kaze

A popular song by Fujii Kaze that pairs a somewhat nostalgic yet exhilarating guitar sound with lyrics that sing of the sorrow of parting and the hope of setting off on a new journey.

Featured near the end of his first album, HELP EVER HURT NEVER, released in May 2020, this piece feels less like a simple farewell song and more like a track that conveys the resolve to step into a new place.

It’s perfect for seasons of change or moments when you want to look ahead.

Be sure to give it a listen as a companion for your next step forward!

Songs whose titles start with “Sa.” A roundup useful for word-chain games and karaoke (41–50)

Cyclone life!NEW!iLiFE!

While rooted in J-pop, iLiFE! is an idol group that captures the raw energy of their live performances in their songs and continues to grow alongside their fans.

First unveiled at their new-lineup showcase in September 2023 and released in November of the same year, this track stands out with the cool, fast-paced sound provided by Medansy.

The razor-sharp synthesizers and rapidly shifting beats deliver an exhilarating rush that feels like it raises your heart rate just by listening.

The surging momentum that sweeps up the entire venue, combined with the fans’ calls that complete the experience, is guaranteed to be addictive once you feel it firsthand.

It’s a power-packed number that’s perfect for refreshing your mood or turning up the energy when you want to get fired up.

At the sanatorium houseNEW!Nakamura Rubii

Rubii Nakamura – At the Sanatorium House / Ruby Nakamura – At the Sanatorium House
At the sanatorium houseNEW!Nakamura Rubii

A multi-artist and tenor saxophonist known for a wide range of expressive work, he is also the son of renowned drummer Tatsuya Nakamura.

Drawing on punk and new wave, his appeal lies in avant-garde, high-energy performances.

He began performing in middle school, and in March 2019 he proved his chops by serving as the opening act on Tatsuya Nakamura’s “Hitoritataki Tabi” tour and performing alongside his father.

Under the name KITE IN CLOUD, he released his first EP in May 2023, with none other than Susumu Hirasawa participating in the production, unveiling a uniquely distinctive sonic world.

In November 2024, he also released the solo single “Saint Mannequin.” He’s a gifted musician highly recommended for listeners seeking stimulating music that defies conventional boundaries.