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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.” Perfect for shiritori or karaoke! (31–40)

autumn rainDanseki Noritaka

Yoshitaka Otoishi “Autumn Rain” Music Video
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.

sureEvery Little Thing

「sure」MUSIC VIDEO / Every Little Thing
sureEvery Little Thing

A hidden gem by Every Little Thing, with a melody that blends poignancy and warmth and resonates in the heart.

Released in February 2000, this track was used as the theme song for the NTV drama “Virtual Girl,” so many may remember it.

It was the last single from the period when Mitsuru Igarashi was in the band, and it’s also known as an important work for which Kaori Mochida wrote the lyrics.

The words, which strive to believe in something certain amid confusion, can give you courage when you’re feeling anxious.

An orchestral version is included on the album “eternity,” allowing you to enjoy the song’s world through a different arrangement.

It’s a recommended number when you’re facing an important decision or want to reaffirm your feelings.

Is it a sin to want to die?KAGENAKIMONO

Is it a sin to want to die? / KAGENAKIMONO
Is it a sin to want to die?KAGENAKIMONO

A heartfelt message song that lifts up the pain of the “individual” who has lost their place amid social correctness.

It’s a track by KAGENAKIMONO, who incorporates generative AI as a production method, released in April 2025.

The sensitive title may surprise you, but what’s depicted is a quiet sense of isolation that anyone might feel.

Each word, woven with a conversational phrasing, slowly presses on the heart.

When you feel like you’re about to deny your own emotions, it will gently stay by the side of those carrying truths they can’t tell anyone.

White WorldGESO

Shiroyo / Kazehiki Beta · GUMI
White WorldGESO

An immersive Vocaloid track where palpable, breath-close intimacy intersects with a sterile, inorganic timbre.

Released by GESO in January 2026, this piece features a duet between Kazehiki β and GUMI whose harmonies possess a beauty that blurs the line between reality and dreams.

The lyrics, which lay bare the emotions swirling within, are compelling as well.

Perfect for a quiet night when you want to sink alone into a sea of thought.

Shadow BehindLOVE PSYCHEDELICO

LOVE PSYCHEDELICO – Shadow Behind (Official Video)
Shadow BehindLOVE PSYCHEDELICO

You can’t help but be drawn in by the guitar tone—somehow cool yet comforting—that seems to resonate in the stillness before dawn.

The lyrics, uniquely weaving between English and Japanese, calmly sketch out the loneliness and shadows deep within the heart, and each listen brings a curious sense of tranquility.

This song by LOVE PSYCHEDELICO was included on the album ABBOT KINNEY, released in January 2010, and was later released as a single as the opening theme for the drama “Zettai Reido: Mikaiketsu Jiken Tokumei Sousa.” KUMI’s husky vocals matched perfectly with the taut atmosphere of the crime drama.

Why not surrender yourself to its cool sound?

Songs with titles that start with “Shi.” Great for shiritori or karaoke! (41–50)

The color of happinessOnda Masanori

Masamori Onda, a singer-songwriter who gained attention after posting on TikTok, released “The Color of Happiness.” It’s a ballad that blends tenderness with heartbreak, expressing lingering feelings for a former lover.

The song was chosen as the ending theme for the drama “Kimbap and Onigiri: Two Lovers Alike Yet Different.” There’s also a moving backstory: Onda reworked a chorus he originally wrote at 19, completing it for the first time in about three and a half years.

It’s a perfect track for those freshly heartbroken, those who can’t quite let go, or anyone who wants to reflect on a past love.

Pinky swearRADWIMPS

The song Yubikiri Genman, included on RADWIMPS 4: Okazu no Gohan, is a hidden gem that portrays the sweetness and cruelty inherent in making promises, captured through Yojiro Noda’s uniquely sharp perspective.

Featured in the latter half of the album released in December 2006, the track also stands out for its playful production—like the actual finger-snapping recorded in the studio.

Many listeners will likely feel their hearts tighten at the contradictory emotions: while promises should offer reassurance, they end up binding both sides.

Though it never had a major tie-in, it has remained a beloved and important number, even being performed on their 2023 tour.

On a night when you’re struggling with a relationship and want to pause and reflect, immerse yourself in its world and listen closely.