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”. For shiritori karaoke or song-title shiritori! (351–360)
TEARS (like powder snow dancing…)Nakajima Mika
Mika Nakashima is often associated with winter songs, especially because of her signature track “Yuki no Hana.” This song is the B-side to her debut single “STARS,” released in 2001.
As a B-side, it truly deserves to be called a “hidden gem,” beautifully expressing the sense of poignancy and loneliness that Mika Nakashima evokes.
It conjures images of winter’s chill and gently falling powder snow, making it a perfect song for those who feel a longing for human connection or a touch of solitude in the cold wind.
Ti AmoKubota Toshinobu
The original song is by EXILE, as everyone knows, but his cover of “Ti Amo” was irresistibly captivating and became a hot topic.
Fans who heard it raved, saying, “It’s already his song now!” It’s a track where you can savor a different side of his appeal.
Castle in the Sky (from the soundtrack)Hisaishi Joe
Laputa, the ancient city floating in the sky, is also the theme of the film.
This is its theme song.
Though it is a city with wings covered in trees, it once flourished as an aerial fortress and an imperial capital.
The lively, bouncing piano sound that captures the energy of that era is a must-hear.
At the same time, pay attention to the latter half, where a sense of loneliness seems to well up for the city that has now fallen into ruins.
It’s a piece that lets you feel the history the city has etched over time.
Tidus’s FortressHisaishi Joe
The Fortress of Tidis is a former castle that was converted into a stronghold.
As the name suggests, it exudes an underground, clandestine vibe.
The march-like drum rolls and the supremely suspicious keyboard tones are a perfect match.
It’s odd, yet somehow unsettling.
The final drum roll that cuts off sharply is a must-hear.
It’s a track that floods you with a suffocating sense of urgency and confinement.
Songs with titles starting with “Te”. Perfect for shiritori karaoke or song-title shiritori! (361–370)
Letter…Kyushu-O & hiroko
This is a collaboration between Kusuo, a singer-songwriter from Nagasaki, and hiroko, the lead vocalist of mihimaru GT.
It’s a gentle love ballad dedicated to someone far away.
The harmonized chorus is both the highlight to sing and the key listening point.
With call-and-response parts for the male and female vocals, it’s a perfect duet for conveying your feelings to the listener.
It might also be a great choice to sing at farewell gatherings or other parting occasions.
Pointillism Song (Solo ver.)Inoue Sonoko
A singer-songwriter from Hyogo Prefecture who also works as an actress.
Sonoko Inoue, with her cute looks and radiant smile, leaves a lasting impression.
She has released numerous love songs that either lift your spirits or, conversely, evoke a poignant sense of empathy, and they’re beloved by many young people.
Let’s keep an eye on Sonoko Inoue’s evolution to see what new sides of her she’ll show us next.
A love bound to heavenningen ishi
Included on the 2014 album “This World Is a Dream: 25th Anniversary Best Album.” A three-piece rock band from Aomori Prefecture formed in 1987.
With heavy, loud guitars and a rhythm that unfolds with strength and power, the vocals—delivered with uniquely distinctive phrasing—make this a track that truly embodies who they are.
The guitar solo is, in a word, superb.