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” (そ) — perfect for shiritori or choosing karaoke tracks! (421–430)
To the skyYamazaki Masayoshi
This is a song by Masayoshi Yamazaki, written as the theme for Doraemon the Movie: Nobita and the Birth of Japan 2016.
As your child celebrates their first birthday, they will discover new worlds with each passing year.
Along the way, there will be wonderful encounters as well as difficult farewells.
This song teaches children the strength to keep moving forward while accepting reality.
Wishing for your child’s robust growth, why not listen to this song on their birthday?
I can’t turn it into a memory.Mayo Okamoto
A single released by Mayo Okamoto in 1998.
With its gentle piano tones and Okamoto’s clear, transparent vocals, it’s a song that resonates deep in the heart.
When you’re feeling sentimental and thinking of someone precious you’ve since parted ways with, listening to it will likely make it hard to hold back your tears.
Even when you throw yourself into new encounters or things you’re passionate about, there are times when those memories resurface somewhere in your heart, aren’t there? I think those days that truly existed have, at times, given you strength.
Please take care to make time now and then to remember.
Sōemonchō Bluesheiwa katsuji to daakuhosu
A beloved classic from the Showa era by Katsuji Heiwa and the Dark Horse, this song is set in Osaka’s Soemoncho and portrays a heartrending farewell and the hope of reunion—lyrics that truly resonate.
Released in December 1972, it became a massive hit, selling over two million copies.
There’s even an anecdote that the Soemoncho neighborhood association presented a letter of appreciation at the time.
With its wistful melody and emotionally rich lyrics, it remains a karaoke staple cherished by many.
It’s a recommended track for anyone who has experienced a parting from someone dear or wants to bask in nostalgia.
The song is characterized by a broad, dynamic melodic line, making it perfect for those who want to sing it out with feeling.
Graduation ~Top of the World~Heike Michiyo
A heartwarming graduation song that remakes a Carpenters classic, it was released in February 1998.
The Japanese lyrics evoke a poignant sense of longing, bringing back memories of morning scenes and times with friends.
Michiyo Heike’s vocals seem to give you a gentle push toward a new chapter in life.
Set to a light, buoyant melody, the song weaves together the sadness of parting and the hope ahead.
It was included on the album “Teenage Dream,” and the single reached No.
35 on the Oricon charts.
A perfect track for the spring graduation season.
Recommended for those who want to cherish farewells with friends while celebrating a new beginning.
Soul LadyHirota Mieko
Mieko Hirota is the artist who scored hits in Japan by covering Western songs like “Vacation” and “Sixteen Reasons” in Japanese.
She originally sang jazz at U.S.
military camps, and her appeal lay in a powerful, punchy voice forged through jazz.
In 1965, she was invited to perform at the Newport Jazz Festival in the United States, becoming the first East Asian to appear there.
In 2006, to mark the 45th anniversary of her debut, she released Mieko Hirota Jazz Collection.
Autumn Thoughts NotebookTeshima Aoi
Aoi Teshima, with her nostalgic worldview and whispery voice, is truly captivating.
This song, “Soshu Note,” opens her 2016 album The Blue Library and was written especially for her by Tokiko Kato, whom she deeply admires.
As if quietly committing thoughts to a diary, each carefully woven word wraps you in a strange sensation that stirs both gentle warmth and sentimental feeling.
The emotional arc—contrasting a youthful heartbreak with present happiness—is also striking.
Many things change with the passage of time, but perhaps the things that don’t are beautiful in their own way.
It’s a track you’ll want to listen to while swaying on a train.
I still love you.Sashihara Rino
A solo song by Rino Sashihara, formerly of HKT48, who’s active on many variety shows.
Her headlining performance at the “1st Yubi Matsuri ~Idol Extraordinary General Meeting~,” which she produced, was stunning and is still talked about among idol fans.
The frilly lace costume was adorable! The lyrics are in a modern, straightforward vein—like, “I’m not cute and I don’t have a great figure, but I like you.” It’s a track you’ll want to send as an approach to someone you like! If you ever sing it at karaoke, you’ll want to pump your fist and belt out the chorus with energy.