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” (Japanese syllable ‘so’) — great for word-chain games and karaoke picks! (141–150)
instant deathkasasagi
This song lays bare feelings about repeated setbacks.
“Instant Death” is a track released by Kasasagi in May 2025.
It features a stylish sound arrangement rooted in electronic rock.
Its worldview, which distills the pain of continual defeat in a competitive society, is something many people living today can relate to.
It’s the kind of song that will pierce you when you want to face your inner self.
soloistSatō chinami ni
You’ll be captivated by its catchy dance beat.
Created by Vocaloid producer Chinami Sato, this track was released in May 2025.
Its jazzy sound arrangement and Kasane Teto’s powerful vocals leave a strong impression.
The lyrics portray the desire to shine as a soloist contrasted with the reality that holds you back, capturing that inner conflict in a highly relatable way.
Many of us have probably felt, “I want to stand out, but I just can’t find the confidence…” Be sure to listen to this stylish Teto song for yourself!
Soran Bushimin’yō
The work songs that Hokkaido fishermen used to sing between tasks are now loved by many as some of Japan’s representative folk songs.
Their powerful calls and lively rhythms are brimming with energy that makes your heart leap, and they have a lasting charm that stays with you.
Over the years, new allure has been added by numerous singers, including Fuyumi Sakamoto, Yoshimi Tendo, and Takio Ito.
Sayuri Ishikawa also presented her own arrangement on her 2019 album “Tami.” These songs are perfect for moments when you can sing along together—chatting with family and friends, or at community events where people gather and connect.
They’re sure to offer a heartwarming time, wrapped in a sense of nostalgia.
Is that how it is?Kitsuneri
It’s an irresistibly laid-back, easy-listening hip-hop tune.
Released in 2024 by Kitsuneri, it features captivating, harmonized vocals from KAFU and Harui.
The two voices blend seamlessly with the light, conversational flow, buoyant beat, and pop-leaning sound.
If you want to transform the everyday haze of frustration into music, give this one a listen.
Soul DefenderLOVEBITES
A wake-you-up burst of ultra-technical power metal with the soul of traditional heavy metal running through it.
The godlike guitar work built on blistering twin leads deftly weaves neoclassical elements with fusion-style phrases, packing in every technique under the sun—sweep picking, tapping, even eight-finger runs.
The overwhelming guitar duo of Midori and Miyako has forged a one-of-a-kind style influenced by Yngwie Malmsteen and Timothy Henson.
Featured on the EP “LOVEBITES EP II,” released in August 2024, the track achieved an impressive No.
11 on the Oricon chart.
Its soul-stirring, grand melodies and weighty, battle-forged worldview make it a must-listen not only for power metal devotees but for any music fan captivated by advanced guitar technique.
noisyCapchii
A track where aggressive electro sounds and MEIKO’s mature vocals are perfectly matched.
Produced by Capchii and released in 2023, it leaves a strong impression with a richly layered soundscape infused with various musical genres.
MEIKO’s upbeat vocal performance is also outstanding! The lyrics revolve around a passionate devotion to “creation,” so if you’re engaged in creative activities, it’s sure to resonate with you.
SAWAA=
It captivates with a grand soundscape woven from electric textures and beautiful melodies.
Created by AA= to mark their 10th anniversary in 2018 and infused with their journey and determination to keep moving forward, this work fuses loud rock and industrial into a piece that is both raw and refined.
In the music video directed by filmmaker Shuichi Banba, Kokoro Shinozaki’s performance and the rapidly unfolding, high-velocity visual aesthetic brilliantly capture the song’s worldview.
It’s a track I strongly recommend to anyone who wants to experience the resolve of an artist who never stops challenging limits and the shape-shifting experimental spirit of their sound.