A roundup of songs that start with “So.” Perfect for word-chain games or picking karaoke tracks!
How many song titles that start with “so” can you think of?
When it comes to words that begin with “so,” there are plenty—like “sora” (sky), “sotsugyō” (graduation), “songu” (song), and “sonzai” (existence)—and many of these words also appear in song titles.
In this article, we’ll showcase a bunch of songs with titles that start with “so.”
We’ve picked well-known tracks across generations as well as recent buzzworthy songs.
Use this as a reference for song-title shiritori or choosing tracks for “shiritori karaoke.”
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Songs that start with “So”: a roundup. Great for shiritori or picking karaoke songs! (111–120)
So whatOurin-ōrin-
Ourin, a singer-songwriter from Hirosaki City in Aomori Prefecture, has continued to be active in her hometown.
She began training at an actors’ school at the age of nine and from 2013 to 2022 served as the leader of RINGO MUSUME, a dance and vocal group originating from Aomori.
She made her solo debut in 2023 and has been drawing attention with bright, energetic songs centered on pop music.
Beyond her music career, she has a wide range of activities, including winning the 15th Japan Shoes Best Dresser Award and appearing regularly on NHK E-Tele’s Tensai TV-kun.
Her lively talk featuring the Tsugaru dialect has also made her popular on variety shows.
Overflowing with love for her hometown, she moves between Aomori and Tokyo, showcasing her diverse talents in music, fashion, and acting—she’s someone you won’t want to take your eyes off.
Songs that start with “So” (Japanese syllable ‘so’): a roundup for shiritori or karaoke picks! (121–130)
Thoughts and feelings toward loveaiko
This song poignantly sings of a straightforward love for someone dear, with Aiko’s vocals and the gentle melodic line resonating deeply.
Released in May 2024, it strikingly portrays how relationships between people are bound together by affection.
Chosen as the theme song for the feature film Detective Conan: The Million-dollar Five-pointed Star, it harmonizes beautifully with the movie’s story.
Built on piano and acoustic guitar, the sound is wrapped in Aiko’s warm voice throughout.
It’s a song I wholeheartedly recommend to anyone who cherishes the feeling of caring for someone or wants to deepen their bond with a loved one.
existenceWANIMA
This song features a warm melody filled with gratitude and prayers for family that truly resonates.
Memories of growing up in a seaside town and days spent with loved ones are expressed in gentle words, conveying WANIMA’s sincere feelings.
Flowing comfortably at a medium tempo, the track preserves the band’s core rock sound while ambitiously venturing into more emotional expression.
It was selected as the Mother’s Day campaign theme song for Hana Cupid in March 2025 and was used in a commercial featuring actor Shohei Miura.
It’s the perfect track for times when you’re working hard with friends to prepare for school festivals, or when you want to deepen bonds with your teammates.
WANIMA’s message-driven music is highly recommended for anyone who wants to share their feelings for someone important.
Soran Bushi/Nanchū SoranItō Takio
This song is a modern arrangement of a traditional folk tune from Hokkaido, featuring powerful calls and rhythmic performance.
Inspired by the valiant image of fishermen, it strikingly fuses Japanese traditional instruments with electronic ones, highlighted by Takio Ito’s memorable vocals.
It was included on the 1988 album “TAKiO” and performed at the NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen in 1989.
In 1993, together with the Wakkanai Minami Junior High School’s dance performance, it received the Judges’ Encouragement Award at the Japan Folk Song and Folk Dance Awards, and it was featured in the TV drama “3-nen B-gumi Kinpachi-sensei” in 1999.
Beloved nationwide as a staple for sports days, it’s a favorite in preschools and kindergartens where children can move energetically to the music.
Deceived by a guy like HiroshiMizue Takada
Mizue Takada is an idol singer who gained popularity in the late 1970s with her calm vocals.
Thanks to her musical style, many of her songs are easy to sing, but the one I especially recommend is “Sonna Hiroshi ni Damasarete.” It features a vibe somewhat close to surf music, yet the vocal line itself has gently contained pitch movement, making it very easy to sing.
There are quite a few long tones, but since they fade out, you should be able to sing them without needing much lung capacity.
GraduationOzaki Yutaka
This is a rock number by Yutaka Ozaki that vividly portrays the struggles and rebellious spirit of youth.
Its powerful melody, which voices feelings of suffocation and distrust, leaves a deep impression on listeners.
Released in January 1985, the song was produced as the lead single from the album “Kaikisen” (Tropic of Cancer) and reached No.
20 on the Oricon charts.
It is widely known as one of Ozaki’s signature works.
In 2016, it was featured as a tie-in song for a GU web commercial, resonating across generations.
It’s a track I recommend to anyone standing at a crossroads in life.
That’s important.Daiji MAN Burazāzu Bando
A powerful, encouraging song that lifts your spirits when times are tough or you feel like giving up.
Its lyrics preach the importance of not giving up, and the strong yet approachable melody resonates deeply.
With the warmth of a friend giving you a gentle push forward, this song has become a source of support for many.
Released by Daiji MAN Brothers Band in August 1991, the track was used as the ending theme for “Sports Frontier” and also served as the theme song for “Hō-chan no Yamada Katsutenai Television.” It topped the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart for five consecutive weeks and became a massive hit, selling an impressive 1.8 million copies.
When you find yourself troubled or at a standstill in life, listening to this song will surely give you the courage to move forward.