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 starting with “Te.” Perfect for Shiritori karaoke or song-title Shiritori! (261–270)
Letter: To My Mothermic-alone
If you want to express your gratitude to a mother who always supports you, “Letter ~To Mom~” is the perfect choice.
This ballad by the four-member harmony group mic-alone is sung like reading a letter, conveying deep appreciation to one’s mother and regret for the trouble caused during rebellious years.
Its straightforward expression of feelings makes it all the more likely to resonate.
The grand, expansive harmonies are also a highlight.
technologymisissippiroid
Misissippiroid is an instrumental band from Nagoya that began activity in 2010.
Their sound blends an electronic sonic palette and pop sensibilities with the impulsiveness of a rock band and a gentle atmosphere.
Their technical playing and sharp melodic sense are also really cool.
In the 2010 audition “Deren no!? Summer Sonic!?” they received the Kohei Dojima Award.
After guitarist Sugita left the band, they continued as a three-piece with Watanabe on keyboards, Sakaki on bass, and Toya on drums.
Libra ~The Strong-Acting Me × The Weak-Acting You~misono
A signature unrequited-love song by misono, an artist widely supported—especially by women—for her overwhelming vocal power and uniquely imaginative musical world.
It’s a standout ballad that captures the heartbreak of a woman who’s been told goodbye by the man she loves.
The place farthest from heavenmoumoon
Included on the 2010 mini-album “Refrain.” IZUMODEN Group “i Wedding” commercial song.
A two-person music unit formed in 2005.
Its gently unfolding rhythm and soft, fluffy melody make you feel as if you’re being rocked in a cradle.
Songs with titles starting with “Te.” Perfect for shiritori karaoke or song-title shiritori! (271–280)
TECHNO DRIVEpool bit boys
From the intro, it hits you with a powerful wave of sound—a track packed with a uniquely characterful sonic palette that’s like a massive traffic jam of audio.
It’s an incredibly busy piece; even though there are vocals, what really grabs your ears are the sounds—more like byooon and chiki-chiki—that cut through intensely.
It’s a number that draws you in with the sheer inventiveness of its era.
particles (te-ni-wo-ha)sabio
“Teniwoha” is a work released by sabio in July 2024.
It comes in two versions—Kasane Teto and Hatsune Miku—each leveraging the unique qualities of their voices for expressive effect.
The song delicately paints a scene where memories of days gone by intersect with the resolve to move forward, carried by a subtle melodic line.
When your heart feels unsteady, I’m sure this song will help.
Please take the time to listen closely.
sky lanternsajou no hana
Heavenly Lantern is a song that celebrates the courage to keep moving toward your dreams.
It’s performed by sajou no hana, the rock band that Tatsuya Kitani is part of.
Written specifically for the anime Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? IV: New Arc — Labyrinth Arc, the melody reflects the series’ world and features a Celtic-inspired arrangement.
It also weaves in elements from various other genres, so give it a careful listen.