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Songs that start with “se”. Use them as references for shiritori or choosing tracks for karaoke!

Have you ever played shiritori using only song titles, or done “karaoke shiritori,” where you decide the next karaoke song in shiritori style?

When you try it, it’s surprisingly hard to come up with titles, which actually makes it exciting.

So in this article, we’ve gathered songs with titles that start with “se,” which you can use in those situations.

When it comes to words that start with “se,” there are many, such as “sekai” (world), “seishun” (youth), and “sen” (thousand).

Let’s dive right in!

Songs that start with “Se.” Use this for shiritori or picking karaoke songs! (11–20)

Their title is too long.NEW!baiyā takahashi to MELOGAPPA

[MV] “The Other Party’s Title Is Way Too Long” Buyer Takahashi and MELOGAPPA
Their title is too long.NEW!baiyā takahashi to MELOGAPPA

Feeling like you’ve lost when your counterpart’s job title is longer than yours during a business card exchange… This collaboration track by Buyer Takahashi and MELOGAPPA centers on that classic office-worker trope.

It’s a satirical song that opens the album “INCUBATION,” released in March 2026.

The never-ending barrage of overly long job titles is nothing short of breathtaking.

Try singing this one at a company get-together or drinks with colleagues!

Setagaya Love StoryNEW!back number

Who hasn’t felt their heart tighten with the frustration of words left unsaid on the walk to the station just before the last train? Sung by the rock band back number, this song is a medium-tempo ballad that vividly portrays the clumsy feelings of a man.

Within the brief time between leaving an izakaya and heading to the station, the protagonist’s hesitation and earnest longing—his inability to take that one extra step—are woven into everyday scenes.

Included as the closing track on the album “Love Story,” released in March 2014, it was later adapted into a short film in January 2015 by director Isao Yukisada, earning praise for its evocative world.

It’s a masterpiece I hope anyone struggling to find the right words at a parting with someone they love will listen to.

Youth is alwaysNEW!moon drop

This is a down-to-earth number that resonates with a man’s heart, crafted by moon drop, a band that thrives under the concept of “singing nothing but love songs—about love and romance.” The track closes out their March 2024 album, “Kimi ni Mita Kisetsu,” and a live version was later released.

Set to a straightforward guitar rock sound, it vividly captures both the impulse to convey “I love you” head-on and the bashfulness that comes with it.

The clumsy desire to be honest—not guided by reason, but by simple sincerity—is sure to strike a chord with any man nursing a crush.

Its slightly nostalgic melody and the band’s high-energy ensemble nestle up to a lovestruck heart and gently give it a push.

It’s a song you’ll want to play when you’re ready to be true to your feelings.

The Washing Machine, You, and the RadioNEW!makaroni enpitsu

Macaroni Enpitsu “The Washing Machine, You, and the Radio” MV
The Washing Machine, You, and the RadioNEW!makaroni enpitsu

The worldview where everyday scenes intersect with the exhilaration of romance is so emotional, isn’t it? It’s a track included as the first song on the mini-album “s.i.n,” released in February 2017, and a signature piece from Macaroni Enpitsu’s early days.

With a driving band sound and catchy melodies that stick in your ears, it’s a pop tune through and through.

Overall, the tempo is fast and the lyrics are dense, so it may feel challenging, but the repeated phrases make it relatively approachable for karaoke.

Just be careful not to fall behind the rhythm, since the ensemble shifts rapidly—watch your breathing points.

It’s a refreshing rock tune you’ll want to belt out at karaoke when you feel like letting your emotions burst in the middle of an ordinary day.

Youth and a momentNEW!makaroni enpitsu

Macaroni Enpitsu “Youth and a Moment” MV
Youth and a momentNEW!makaroni enpitsu

This is a song that captures the sparkle of ordinary days and the tenderness of time gone by, with a driving sound and lyrical melodies.

Its many warm words that affirm you just as you are may well bring tears to your eyes.

Released as a digital-only single by Macaroni Empitsu in March 2019, the track was featured in McDonald’s Japan’s commercial for the 500-yen Value Set, “Konna jikan ga, gochisō da.” It was later included on the album season and the acclaimed record hope.

This work resonates deeply not only with young people in the midst of their youth, but also with adults who look back fondly on their memories.

It’s a cheer song we hope you’ll hear if you want to cherish the irreplaceable moments that can only exist right now.

Lingering Regrets of YouthNEW!Nakamura Yuito

Yuito Nakamura “Youth Regret” MV [Official]
Lingering Regrets of YouthNEW!Nakamura Yuito

Yuito Nakamura is an enka singer who vividly sings about down-to-earth emotions.

His second single, Seishun Miren, was released in April 2026.

This work delicately portrays the sense of loss from heartbreak and the awkward feelings of a heart that can’t be honest.

It exquisitely blends the sentiment of classic kayōkyoku with a modern sensibility.

It’s a number you’ll want to listen to when you wish to reflect on past loves.

Surely, a variety of memories will come flooding back.

Songs that start with “Se.” Use them for shiritori or as karaoke picks! (21–30)

The world is smiling at you.NEW!Little Glee Monster

The song “Sekai wa Anata ni Waraikakete Iru” by Little Glee Monster captivates with outstanding vocals and harmonies.

Released as a single in August 2018, it was chosen as Coca-Cola’s annual image song, so many of you may already know it.

Its dynamic beat and liberating chorus brighten listeners’ hearts.

The track carries an uplifting message that affirms everyone who has worked hard and leads them toward a smile.

If you play it as the closing BGM for a sports day—where many emotions intersect—it’s a pop tune sure to wrap the entire venue in warmth and let everyone finish with heads held high.