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! (321–330)
Take Me Home, Country RoadsOribia Nyūton=Jon
Take Me Home, Country Roads, released by John Denver in 1971.
It’s featured in this work as an insert song.
The original is sung by John Denver, and Olivia Newton-John is a cover artist.
In the film, Shizuku works on the Japanese lyrics for this song, right? The ending theme sung by Youko Honna, who plays Shizuku, is famous as well, so be sure to give that a listen too!
Letter to Heavenōru kyojin (kabā)
This is a single released to commemorate the 40th anniversary of Master Kyojin—better known as part of the famous manzai duo All Hanshin Kyojin.
Kansai dialect has a certain brightness to it, but the repeated words “I want to see you” addressed to her late husband reveal her feelings as a wife, even as she bravely raises their two children.
Genius RockKarasuyasabō
Here’s an upbeat Vocaloid song you’ll want to listen to on repeat.
It’s a track by the Vocaloid producer Karasuyasabou, also known for “Dance Dance Decadence,” released in 2017.
Cleverly weaving together terms from chemistry, it forms an addictive love song.
The protagonist says, “Since I’m a genius, I know you’re going to fall for me.” With such a confidence-filled personality, you can’t help but imagine what kind of love story will unfold.
Tell me answerKinoshita
“Tell Me Answer” is a work that highlights Kinoshita’s pop sensibilities and was released in August 2020.
Its charm lies in its catchy melody and lyrics that capture a childlike spirit.
The arrangement makes excellent use of Kagamine Rin’s vocal timbre, and the sound brims with positive, unique energy—perfect for a mood boost or to hype up a karaoke session.
Highly recommended not only for VOCALOID fans but also for lovers of pop music.
The Postbox in Heavenkimaguren
Formed in 2005 and based in Yokosuka, Kimaguren have expressed hometown pride and deep human connections through their music.
Their fourth single, “Tengoku no Yūbin Posuto” (“Heaven’s Mailbox”), is a particularly moving work.
The song was created around the concept of entrusting thoughts for a lost loved one to a letter and sending it to heaven.
The lyrics capture lingering attachment, memories of the departed, and a wish to look forward, all conveyed through the act of writing a letter.
While it conveys a strong will to overcome sadness and loneliness, it also carries a hope for reunion.
It is a song that resonates deeply and invites empathy from anyone who is thinking of someone precious they have lost.
TELL MEKirua=Zorudikku (CV: Ise Mariya)
This song perfectly blends the powerful energy of a band sound with a mysterious atmosphere.
It’s a character song from the anime HUNTER×HUNTER, included in the 2013 album “HUNTER×HUNTER Select×Best×α.” Sung by Mariya Ise, the voice of Killua Zoldyck, the track captures Killua’s loneliness and complex emotions.
Listening to it while tracing the story of HUNTER×HUNTER is truly moving.
Give it a listen and try reflecting on Killua’s feelings!
Hand in handkuriipuhaipe
Whether it’s a breakup or a fight with a friend, sometimes we crack our relationships and end up regretting it deeply.
Te to Te (Hand in Hand) depicts that very inner turmoil.
Specifically, it portrays the restless late-night hours spent alone, wrestling with one’s thoughts.
The track is by the band CreepHyp, fronted by vocalist Ozaki Sekai-kan.
His high-tone voice and the raw guitar melodies perfectly complement the song’s world.
Give it a listen on a sleepless night.
