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! (381–390)
Cinderella SummerIshikawa Yuko
It’s a refreshing classic written and composed by Yuko Ishikawa herself, likening a fleeting summer romance to Cinderella’s magic! Set on a tropical beach, it captures both the exhilaration and the bittersweet feeling as dreamlike moments slip away.
Released in March 1981, the song was used for JAL’s Okinawa campaign and became Ishikawa’s breakthrough, marking her first entry into the Top 10.
It’s also known for ranking on The Best Ten for seven consecutive weeks.
Her clear, soaring vocals are truly captivating.
The shimmering, nostalgic melody that revives the glow of youth seems perfect for summer drives or a relaxing holiday moment.
White Coral Reefzū nī vū
The melancholy melody line and the tropical, exotic sound vividly paint a poignant summer love story, don’t they? Created by the legendary duo who would go on to shape the J-pop scene—lyricist Yū Aku and composer Kunihiko Murai—it’s a gem of a ballad that stands out in the history of Group Sounds.
You can almost see the scene of someone facing the sorrow of losing a loved one on a white sandy beach.
Yoshito Machida’s conversational vocal delivery also beautifully captures the work’s wistful atmosphere.
Although it was the B-side of the single “Namida no Organ,” released in April 1969, the anecdote that it became a hit thanks to listeners’ support speaks to the song’s timeless appeal, doesn’t it?
Shiranui Love TaleYashiro Aki
This is a song by Aki Yashiro that passionately sings about her hometown of Kumamoto.
Released as a single in March 2005, it is set in the Land of Fire and portrays a woman’s helpless feelings as she clings to an unforgettable lover while longing to return to her hometown, “Shiranui.” Yashiro’s richly expressive vocals and the warm Kumamoto dialect woven into the lyrics deeply resonate with listeners.
The song later became the title track of the best-of album “Aki Yashiro Complete Collection: Shiranui Jowa,” and is one of her signature pieces.
It gently speaks to those who carry a yearning for their hometown or a bittersweet, unrequited love.
ShuraDOSE
Among DOES’s songs, there’s that track that clears your mind and makes your chest feel refreshed the moment you hear it—perfect for when you’re weighed down by daily frustrations or seething, helpless anger.
It brims with energy, as if releasing pent-up passion and helplessness atop a rugged rock sound.
It’s like the soul’s cry of a protagonist boldly facing hardship, piercing straight into the listener’s heart.
Released as a single in May 2007, the piece’s intensity also comes through on the album “SUBTERRANEAN ROMANCE.” Many may know it as the ending theme for the TV anime Gintama, where it reached No.
9 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.
When you feel crushed by stress or are confronting something you absolutely cannot compromise on, this song will surely give you a powerful push forward.
I wonder if I might die.Kyūso Nekokami
When you feel like you’re being crushed by the irrationality of everyday life, there’s a song that will scream on your behalf.
An early track by Kyuso Nekokami, this aggressive yet danceable number will wash away the grime clinging to your heart.
Featured on the December 2012 album “Daiji na Oshirase,” it’s one of the most crowd-stirring favorites among the 11 tracks, especially at live shows.
Its appeal lies in the exhilarating way the band humorously transforms unspoken negativity and pent-up fury into catharsis.
On days when something feels unforgivable, or on nights when stress has you on the verge of exploding, turn up the volume and give it a listen.
You’ll feel all that buildup flush clean away.
Songs whose titles start with “Shi.” Great for Shiritori or karaoke! (391–400)
sleek homeInukai
Although it has an electropop feel, this work lets a quiet loneliness seep through.
It’s a track by the Vocaloid producer Inukai, released in June 2025.
In this piece, despite its bright, catchy melody, the protagonist’s earnest feelings are portrayed—yearning for love yet remaining unfulfilled, even losing sight of what matters most—and that contrast is compelling.
When you’re unsure about something and searching for where you belong, this song might offer a new perspective.
March of the Battleship ShikishimaSetoguchi Fujikichi
This majestic and valiant wind band masterpiece evokes the image of a ship cutting through the great ocean.
Created by Tokichi Setoguchi, the piece skillfully weaves a grand and powerful musical style into lyrics by poet Masaomi Saka, who was deeply impressed by the imposing presence of a battleship.
Structured in three parts using a trio form, it shifts from a bright, vigorous resonance to a somewhat lyrical atmosphere in the middle section, powerfully stirring the listener’s heart.
Since its debut in 1902, it has served an important role as a ceremonial piece of the Imperial Japanese Navy, and in 1907 it earned high acclaim through performances in sixteen European countries.
Still performed at Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force ceremonies and fleet reviews, this gem of a work embodies Japan’s traditions and pride, expressing through music the will of a maritime nation.