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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!

Songs whose titles start with “Shi.” Great for shiritori or karaoke! (181–190)

Soap bubbleNagabuchi Tsuyoshi

Boosted by the popularity of the tie-in TV drama of the same name, Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi’s 24th single became a million-seller.

Released in October 1991, it topped the Oricon weekly chart and sold over 1.1 million copies in total.

The lyrical guitar-riff intro and the folk-rock sound centered on acoustic guitar lend the entire track a wistful atmosphere.

Recorded in Los Angeles with top American session musicians, it achieves a grand, expansive sonic image.

The lyrics are emotional, portraying someone who, while confronting the injustices of society, keeps struggling to launch their dreams again and again.

It’s a track you’ll want to hear if you’ve faced setbacks but are trying to look ahead, or on nights when you want to savor life’s bitterness and hope at the same time.

SharonOfisharu Higedan Dism

Official HIGE DANDism – Sharon [Official Video]
SharonOfisharu Higedan Dism

A song released in July 2024 and the theme song for the drama “Mountain Doctor.” The lyrics portray conflicts in family life and everyday living, making it a track that’s easy to sing with emotion at karaoke.

Among Higedan’s songs, I feel the melody line is relatively simple and easy to sing.

A student who wanted to practice falsetto and gentle singing chose this song, and since I like “Sharon,” there was a time when they worked hard on it as an assignment piece.

Since Fujihara-san basically sings it gently, I think it suits the mood if you place each note carefully and sing with delicate phrasing.

A Philosophy of Happiness Led by the First TrainOfisharu Higedan Dism

Official HIGE DANDism – The Happiness Theory Guided by the First Train [Official Video]
A Philosophy of Happiness Led by the First TrainOfisharu Higedan Dism

It’s a bittersweet love song that uses the scene of the first train stealing away a lover to question farewell, regret, and the meaning of happiness.

The overall vocal range is F#3–D5, which is generally on the higher side, but since it’s a band sound, it should be easy to sing if you can ride the rhythm.

The melody is simple, so it shouldn’t be hard to learn the song! The high notes in the chorus require a horizontally drawn articulation—be careful not to strain too much.

Create space in your mouth and aim the voice slightly upward as if you’re humming—that works well! Breath control and quick attack are key.

The ending features a high-tone long note, so make sure to manage your breath properly!

SHADOWS ON THE GROUNDYellow Magic Orchestra

It’s a sophisticated number that skillfully incorporates elements of mature AOR and bossa nova.

Its distinctive “trompe-l’oeil” rhythmic structure makes it hard to tell where the downbeat is at first listen, revealing a highly advanced musical design.

Co-written by Ryuichi Sakamoto and Yukihiro Takahashi, it appears on the album “SERVICE,” released in December 1983.

The lyrics delicately depict warmth found amid the bleak scenery of November, along with the interplay of light and shadow.

As a masterpiece that captures the mature atmosphere just before YMO’s breakup, it’s perfect for listening alone on a quiet night, taking it in with full attention.

terminusmafumafu

[MV] Terminal / Mafumafu [Original Song]
terminusmafumafu

Mafumafu is famous for his high-tone voice, but of course there are also songs where a masculine low register resonates.

The overall vocal range of the song is A#2 to A#5, covering pitches that aren’t often used either at the bottom or the top.

There are big jumps, and you might wonder how on earth to hit A#5, but above all, make sure not to strain your throat starting from the low notes.

Be sure to consciously lift your facial muscles as a matter of course! Start by using your breath gently, very gently.

You might feel short of breath, but try getting used to the song by using breathy “whisper voice” or consonants in the H-line (ha-hi-fu-he-ho).

Happiness ~Since You Were Born~kerakera

Kerakera – Happiness ~Since You Were Born~
Happiness ~Since You Were Born~kerakera

Through the birth of a baby, this Kerakera number deeply awakens both the joy of becoming a parent and gratitude toward the parents who raised you.

Released as a single in May 2015, it drew attention as a collaboration song with the parenting brand “Tamahiyo.” It carefully portrays the emotions of holding your child for the first time and the parental love that makes even sleepless nights of crying feel precious.

We used to search for happiness somewhere out there, but this song reminds us that true happiness overflows in the everyday moments right in front of us.

A must-listen for moms and dads in the thick of child-rearing.

If we suppose that there is something beyond the terminus.Tsuyu

Released on July 14, 2021, this song powerfully conveys earnest emotions while carrying a heavy theme.

It’s quite challenging, as it requires both a wide vocal range and expressive delivery.

The overall range spans F#3 to G5, suiting Tsuyu’s vocalist Rei, who excels in higher registers.

By the way, Tsuyu also performed “Kizutsukedo, Aishiteru,” the ending theme for season 2 of the anime Tokyo Revengers.

Many listeners might recognize a similar vibe between the two.

The key is to sing the high notes with a hint of falsetto.

Also, when you really immerse yourself emotionally, you may find new tones emerging, so it’s recommended to sing while understanding the lyrics.