Songs with titles that start with “te.” Perfect for shiritori karaoke or song-title shiritori!
Can you think of any words that start with “te”? There are lots, whether in Japanese or English—like “tegami” (letter), “tentai” (celestial bodies), “teen,” and “take,” to name a few.
In this article, I’ll introduce a selection of songs that start with such words—tracks with titles beginning with “te.” Feel free to use this as a hint for karaoke shiritori where you connect the last character of a song title to the next, or for shiritori played with song titles only.
Since I’m assuming you might sing them at karaoke, I’ll mainly feature well-known J-pop this time.
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Songs with titles that start with “Te.” Perfect for shiritori karaoke or song-title shiritori! (211–220)
I mean, it’s a total rabbit hole.PhenoMellow
PhenoMellow’s track “Teka, Numa Nanyo” is a single released in 2023.
It features a sound with city pop elements crafted by a duo who moved to Tokyo from Osaka and Fukuoka.
Centered on the theme of a ‘swamp’—falling deeply into romantic feelings—the song vividly expresses unwavering devotion while conveying the paradoxical sense of happiness it brings.
The emotional expression in the lyrics is perfect for a lyric video that visualizes steadfast feelings toward your favorite artist.
It’s especially recommended for expressing devoted love and gratitude not only in romance but also as a fan.
This song, which draws you into emotional depths, is ideal for sharing special feelings on social media!
Timber ft. Ke$haPitbull
It’s an unmistakable party song from Pitbull.
Kesha, the original party girl, delivers vocals that are the ultimate hype factor.
You know what happens when you play too hard and drink too much? You collapse, right? Honestly, that’s really all this song is about! I think it’ll just make you smile.
And sometimes, having a day where you don’t think about anything is important too!
Weather ArtisanPorno Graffitti
A song by Porno Graffitti, a two-piece rock band from Hiroshima Prefecture.
It’s included as the B-side to their 15th single, “Sister.” The crisp, buoyant intro and the band’s signature complex yet catchy melodies feel so pleasant, don’t they? The lyrics link shifting inner emotions with the ever-changing sky, which many listeners will likely find relatable.
It’s a track that stays close to hearts troubled by emotional ups and downs and makes you want to look up at the sky.
Imperial Capital UltramarineR Sound Design
Despite its light rhythm, it’s a chic, mature song.
It’s a track by the Vocaloid producer R Sound Design, known for a city-inspired style, released in 2020.
This is the Vocaloid version of a song provided to the singer Jel.
Its cool sound design is distinctive, and listening to it somehow feels calming.
The lyrics, suggesting a forbidden love—dangerous yet sultry—are another part of its charm.
I bet some of you might find yourselves longing for this kind of romance.
TKCRIZE
This track is included on RIZE’s eighth album, “THUNDERBOLT: The Return of Thunderbolt,” released in 2017 after a seven-year hiatus.
With KenKen’s bass brought to the forefront, the song delivers deep, heavy low-end layered over their brand of alternative rock.
The rhythm section by brothers KenKen and drummer Nobuaki Kaneko is as tight as ever.
LetterROYALcomfort
ROYALcomfort’s song “Tegami” is a moving piece imbued with deep gratitude and feelings toward one’s mother.
It reflects on childhood anxieties and loneliness, the love and guidance received from parents, and the resolve to pass on that profound love now as a parent oneself, all conveyed through its melody.
It reminds us of the importance of family bonds—being honest about our struggles when times are tough and supporting each other.
It’s a work we hope every family striving in child-rearing will listen to.
It will surely be by your side, offering courage and hope.
And as your children grow, you’ll come to appreciate the lyrics’ meaning even more deeply.
Teenage ~Graduation~Raphael
A song by the visual kei metal band Raphael, which went on hiatus after guitarist Kazuki suddenly passed away at the young age of 19 and disbanded following their final live show in 2016.
Included on their second mini-album, “Sotsugyo” (“Graduation”), the track reflects the members’ real-time emotions as teenagers and evokes a sense of accomplishment at having reached the life turning point of graduation.
Its brisk, fast-paced feel and beautiful melody can resonate even in a simple acoustic guitar-and-vocal arrangement.
It’s a perfect number to give as a gift that will be in tune with the feelings of those celebrating their graduation.