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)
Take A BowRihanna
This is a song included on Good Girl Gone Bad, the album released in 2007 by Rihanna, the R&B singer from Barbados.
It’s a breakup song that likens the end of a romance to the closing of a play (the final bow).
It’s a gentle ballad centered on piano accompaniment.
tearsSEKAI NO OWARI
A soul-stirring, gem-like ballad from SEKAI NO OWARI that delicately portrays the aching sorrow of losing a dear friend.
It carefully traces the journey of two people who, despite an unfavorable first impression of each other, grow into irreplaceable “brothers.” The questions addressed to heaven carry both the heartbreak of longing for a reunion and gratitude for the days they shared, leaving a powerful impact on listeners.
Released in July 2021, the song is included on the album “scent of memory” and was chosen as the theme song for SEKAI NO OWARI’s first large-scale exhibition, THE SECRET HOUSE.
A resonant track that offers comfort to anyone who has experienced parting with someone important.
Angel and DemonSEKAI NO OWARI
Among SEKAI NO OWARI’s songs, “Tenshi to Akuma,” released in November 2010, is often cited as one of the easiest to sing.
The lyrics, which touch on bullying and justice, are also striking.
People who encountered the song during their school days have said things like, “Now that I’m an adult, I understand that righteousness alone isn’t justice,” and “Every time I listen, I want to be more tolerant of everything.” Not only is it easy to sing, but it’s also a song packed with lessons we should learn while living in modern society—one you should definitely try singing at karaoke.
Songs with titles starting with “Te”. For shiritori karaoke or song-title shiritori! (221–230)
Song of Transfer (School Transfer Song)SHISHAMO
SHISHAMO is a three-member girls’ rock band with experience performing on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
Their raw, unfiltered rock sound pairs perfectly with vocalist Asako Miyazaki’s feminine voice, making for an exceptionally pleasant listening experience.
“Tenkō no Uta” (Song of Transferring Schools) is a slow-tempo rock track—calm and easy to listen to.
The lyrics clearly reflect candid feelings about transferring schools.
It’s not exactly a bright song, but you can feel a warm sense of friendship in it.
Memories with friends come flooding back one after another.
Angel’s SuitcaseSIX LOUNGE
SIX LOUNGE is a three-piece rock band from Oita.
Hailed as the next big act in the Japanese rock scene, their music is gritty, no-frills rock.
The masculine energy in their songs and vocals is seriously cool.
The vocal range isn’t very high, so it should be very easy for male singers to cover.
The tempo isn’t too fast or too slow either—just right for singing.
Teddy BearSTAYC
STAYC is a girl group that debuted in 2020.
Their buzzworthy pop song is “Teddy Bear.” As the title suggests, it’s a track themed around a teddy bear, carrying messages about longing for someone special and encouraging those who are feeling down.
The sound also incorporates punk rock elements, making it perfect for dancing! In particular, the chorus choreography where everyone jumps is simple but guaranteed to be fun when you try it with friends.
Festival of Mara (Tenma Hajun)Scapegoat
Be sure to check out this cool, Japanese-style EDM number! “Tenma Haju-sai” by the idol group Scapegoat was released in June 2024.
It’s a seriously cool dance tune with deep bass that resonates in your ears and head, and the members’ mature vocals leave a strong impression.
The sound arrangement alternates between intense and alluring, and it’s absolutely electrifying.
Make sure to enjoy it along with the dance performance in the music video!
