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! (361–370)
Take Me AwayItō Yuna
I think the strength of her powerful voice is that it doesn’t get buried by the band.
It has great dynamism and makes you want to keep listening; it’s also electric guitar music with an underlying melody, which I personally like.
However, if you want to increase the sense of drive, I think adding some backing would help.
The audio source I’m reviewing had that.
I don’t think it’s bad.
Let’s hold handssakushi sakkyoku: Makihara Noriyuki
“Te o Tsunagō” (Let’s Hold Hands), written and composed by Noriyuki Makihara, was created as part of the “Let’s Hold Hands Project” after the Great East Japan Earthquake.
In the video, a variety of characters are shown holding hands.
Isn’t it rare to see so many beloved characters for children all appear and hold hands together like this? This song, which sings about the importance and kindness of holding hands and becoming friends, carries a message we want to pass on to children today.
It’s a song we want to sing with care.
To the Sun in the Palm of Your HandSakushi: Yanase Takashi / Sakkyoku: Izumi Taku
The song “Te no Hira o Taiyō ni,” with lyrics by Takashi Yanase, the creator of the beloved children’s character Anpanman, is characterized by its powerful words and energetic melody.
Each expression in the lyrics brims with vitality, making it deeply moving and appealing.
Many creatures appear in the song, which is sure to capture children’s interest.
As you pay attention to the life-affirming words that naturally inspire strength, be sure to sing it out loud together with energetic kids, full of power.
Tennessee WaltzSakushi: Reddo Suchuwāto/Sakkyoku: Pī Wī Kingu
“The Tennessee Waltz,” which also became a huge hit in Japan thanks to Chiemi Eri’s rendition, is a masterpiece whose gentle melody and tender delivery quietly touch the heart, despite its sad lyrics about losing a lover to a friend.
If you’re going to sing it, the Chiemi Eri version that mixes English and Japanese might be a great choice.
And of course, if you were someone who listened to the original version back in the day, be sure to show it off at karaoke!
Let’s clap our handsSakushi: Kobayashi Jun’ichi / Sakkyoku: Chekosurobakia min’yō
With its catchy, pop-style melody and easy-to-understand lyrics, “Let’s Clap Our Hands” is a fun song that makes you want to clap along without thinking.
Many people probably sang it when they were little.
The actions and expressions that match the lyrics—clapping hands, laughing, getting angry—are amusing and put children in a cheerful mood.
Its moderate tempo and bright atmosphere are sure to liven up an entrance ceremony.
Because the lyrics and melody repeat often, even young children hearing it for the first time can join in and enjoy it.
Be sure to sing it together with everyone!
Let’s Take TENCA! – Uchida’s AmbitionUchida Yuki
She’s now an actress of a thoroughly composed maturity, but her debut-era success helped define the times.
It was a period when she was everywhere—TV commercials, starring roles in dramas—and she was also putting out poppy, quirky songs like this.
Tick-Trickzensen
Zensen, who has produced many electro swing tracks.
The piece he created as an entry for the Rookie category of Vocalo Collection 2022 Autumn is “Tick-Trick.” Set to a bouncy, jazz-leaning melody, it depicts the fun of Halloween.
The first half is utterly heartwarming, but in the latter half a different side emerges.
That coexistence of joy and fear also seems to capture the essence of Halloween, doesn’t it?
