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! (391–400)
Teru’s SongAoi Teshima
Aoi Teshima, a singer with a pure and beautiful voice.
The song she sings with her clear vocals is the theme song from the Studio Ghibli film Tales from Earthsea.
Released in 2006.
The lyrics, filled with beautiful imagery—heart, pale pink petals, a meadow where insects whisper—are perfectly matched with a song that somehow feels like a nostalgic children’s tune.
Teru’s Song (Songbook Version)Teshima Aoi
It’s not the main theme but an insert song used in the film; still, when people hear “Tales from Earthsea,” many probably think of this piece.
Producer Toshio Suzuki, upon hearing Aoi Teshima’s voice, was reminded of Sakutaro Hagiwara’s poem “Kokoro” (“Heart”), and, inspired by that poem, the lyrics for this song were written.
It may well be called a song “born under the guidance of fate,” one that truly defined the film’s image.
Songs with titles starting with 'Te'. Perfect for Shiritori karaoke or song title Shiritori! (401–410)
Where Heaven IsMatenrou Opera
A track from the Japanese visual kei metal band Matenrou Opera’s third album, AVALON, released in 2014.
It’s a large-scale piece with dramatic developments reminiscent of a prog suite, and you can enjoy soaring, resonant high-tone vocals that match its glamorous sound production.
The singer, Sono, has a touch of the typical visual-kei affectation, but, as the band’s name suggests, there’s also something operatic about his delivery, which further accentuates the drama of the composition.
Angel Clubze
Set to the sound of youthful anxieties and hopes, its heart-touching melody is captivating.
Created by Kore-san, this piece is perfect for middle school students.
Released in May 2023, the new track features the clear, translucent vocals of Yumeno Kessho POPY.
It’s packed with emotions unique to adolescence—school life, friendship, and budding romance.
Through scenes of friends spending time on the rooftop, the song gives you the courage to look forward, even while carrying worries and uncertainty.
Recommended for those just getting into music or for times when you want to sort out your feelings.
The more you listen, the more it stays close to your heart.
LetterKiyama Yusaku
Singer-songwriter Yusaku Kiyama, who rose to fame for his emotional and powerful vocals.
Since HOME, there may be many people who aren’t familiar with his other songs.
For those listeners, I recommend Tegami, a track that expresses gratitude to his parents.
While the lyrics look back on memories and thank them—much like other songs of this kind—what sets it apart is its format: the narrative within a letter unfolds directly as the lyrics.
It’s easy to immerse yourself in its world, so be sure to give it a listen.
Welcome to HeavenToukyou Jihen
Tokyo Jihen, the band fronted by Ringo Sheena.
From their album “Daihakken,” I’d like to introduce “Welcome to Heaven.” This track is distinguished by its seductively jazzy sound.
Being sung entirely in English also lends it a stylish atmosphere.
The lyrics depict someone who has fallen into despair after losing a loved one.
In that sense, the title can be taken as ironic, or as hinting at what comes next.
Since the nuance changes depending on the translation, it’s worth looking at a few different versions.
Heaven’s DoorMatsutōya Yumi
The title track from the 1990-released album “Heaven’s Door.” Born in 1954.
A singer-songwriter from Tokyo.
It’s a song about ecstasy in general.
Amid an upbeat, feel-good rhythm and a melody brimming with the pop sensibility characteristic of New Music that conveys a cosmopolitan vibe, you hear Yumi’s vocals.
It can be called a quintessential track.