Songs that start with the letter “Shi.” Perfect for shiritori or karaoke!
Introducing songs whose titles start with “shi”! When you’re playing song-title shiritori or deciding to do karaoke using only songs that start with “shi,” it can be hard to think of examples on the spot, right? In those moments, please use the songs starting with “shi” introduced here as a reference.
There are many words that begin with “shi,” such as “shiro” (white), “shin” (new), “shōnen” (boy), “shōjo” (girl), and “Shinderera” (Cinderella).
Likewise, many song titles use these kinds of words, so let this article be your cue to explore lots of “shi”-starting songs!
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Songs with titles that start with “shi.” Perfect for shiritori or karaoke! (121–130)
Cynical Blue Never SleepsNanahoshi Orchestra
How about a cool, nihilistic rock number that suits the Christmas Eve cityscape? It’s a track released in December 2013 by Nanahoshi Orchestra, a Vocaloid producer who also performs as a guitarist.
Sharp guitar phrases intertwine with dazzling brass, showcasing a sophisticated, urban arrangement.
The lyrics convey the loneliness felt in bustling Christmas streets and a sense of resignation toward someone you can’t meet.
If you’re in the mood for something sentimental, this piece is perfect.
Snow WhiteMarushii
This is a wistful winter love ballad by Marcy, a band from Fukuoka, opening with bell tones that evoke the crisp winter air.
Carrying an unrequited love, the lyrics lament time that will never return with “what if, back then,” and you may find yourself in tears from the sympathy.
Ukyo Yoshida’s delicate, emotive vocals and the warm sound crafted by Rui Momota gently cradle a wounded heart.
Released digitally in December 2020 and later included on the album “Memory,” this song is one you’ll want to hear if you’re regretting a missed chance or if your love came to an end on Valentine’s Day.
shutterYuuri
This is a bittersweet ballad that uses a camera—one that captures precious moments—as its motif, portraying lingering attachment and regret over a lost love.
Originally written for the videographer of Yuuri’s YouTube channel, the self-cover version of the song was released in July 2021.
It was later included on the acclaimed album “Ichi,” and it’s become a hugely popular number among fans.
Though it never had a major tie-in, it resonated with many people, as evidenced by its long-running success on streaming platforms.
With a medium tempo and an easy-to-remember melody, it’s perfect for singing with heartfelt emotion.
The chorus demands delicate expression, switching between chest voice and falsetto; if you fully inhabit the song’s protagonist as you sing, it will deeply move listeners.
white snowKuraki Mai
A winter ballad whose delicate imagery—like the whiteness of visible breath and a warm light glowing in the cold—touches the heart.
It’s the 25th single by singer-songwriter Mai Kuraki, who has produced numerous classics, released in December 2006.
Chosen as an ending theme for the TV anime Detective Conan, the piece uses music-box and string tones to beautifully evoke the hush of falling, piling snow.
It is included on the album ONE LIFE as well as on best-of compilations, and has long been cherished by fans as a winter staple.
The lyrics poignantly overlay lingering feelings and the pain of lost love with white, icy snow.
It’s a song you’ll want to savor on a night of gently falling snow, in a quiet room.
Mai Kuraki’s clear, translucent voice makes this a masterpiece that gently washes the heart.
Songs whose titles start with “Shi.” Great for shiritori or karaoke! (131–140)
Expiration dateSEVENTEEN
This Japanese original song, released on November 27, 2024, is one of the easiest K-pop Japanese ballads to score high on! It’s also the theme song for NHK’s late-night drama “Will My Future Self Blow Me Away!?” and has a sophisticated, bittersweet vibe.
The song itself is a short 3 minutes and 10 seconds with a slow tempo, making it very easy to sing.
It’s not a song to belt out in chest voice; it suits a style where you close your eyes and sing in falsetto.
Since actually closing your eyes makes it harder to keep pitch, I recommend raising your hand and moving it to guide your intonation.
Keeping your eyebrows raised the whole time is important, too! Try singing it gently, almost as if you’re speaking.
Aria of the Sea Breezekururi
This track features an evocative sound that calls to mind gentle ocean waves.
It’s the second song on the album “Genius no Ai,” released in April 2021.
The beautiful melody, where flugelhorn, organ, and piano tones overlap, creates the sensation of watching a single road movie.
The lyrics, which evoke an endless journey and the voyage of life, conjure an image of a protagonist who keeps looking forward despite carrying anxiety and confusion.
It’s a song you’ll want to play while driving along the coast or on a night when you want to spend some quiet time alone.
autumn rainDanseki Noritaka
Yoshitaka Oishi, an enka singer from Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, also has the unexpected side of holding a cook’s license.
His musical style, described as “dramatic kayō,” is characterized by an oriental worldview that incorporates instruments such as the erhu.
Since his major debut in September 2016 with the single “Osaka Nakase Ame,” he has captivated fans with masterpieces like “Neyo no Tsukikage,” “Take no Hana,” and “Nachi no Koidaki,” included on the album “THE BEST.” In addition to his solid vocal ability—proven by winning the Grand Prix at the 1st King Records Kayō Contest—he is a multi-talented artist who also writes and composes his own songs.
He’s an artist you should definitely check out if you want to immerse yourself in a world of wistful vocals and story-like songs.