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! (461–470)
Theme from JawsJohn Williams
A track included on the soundtrack of the popular 1975 film Jaws, composed by John Williams, who also wrote themes for films like Star Wars.
Famous as the theme of Jaws, this piece is a simple track that skillfully mixes tension and release, yet features an unforgettable phrase that, once heard, sticks in your mind.
It heightens anxiety and fear with rich horror elements, creating music that makes your spine tingle.
Take it Back!!MY FIRST STORY
A song from the first album “MY FIRST STORY.” It’s a staple that gets the whole venue hyped, with moments like bringing fans up on stage to sing.
The instrumental sound from the former band members feels fresh, and Hiro’s vocals convey a youthful energy in this track.
Tetsukaze_Sharpen UpNUMBER GIRL
Number Girl is the band formed in Fukuoka by Shutoku Mukai, who would later go on to form ZAZEN BOYS.
Their look gives off the vibe of unremarkable office workers (no offense), but in live performances they deliver vocals that are loose yet sonically dense.
terrorNeru
It’s a very catchy, upbeat-sounding track, but the lyrics are filled with negative words.
It’s a song by Neru—also known for “Lost One’s Weeping”—released in 2014.
I imagine many students and young listeners can relate to it.
It’s a message song that makes you want to face the parts of yourself that aren’t so great.
TAKE MESCHOOL DAZE
A five-member girls’ group that appeared on Yuji Miyake’s Ikasu Band Tengoku.
Their selling point is songs rooted in rhythm and blues, performed with a rock ’n’ roll flair.
Featuring twin guitars and the mature allure of vocalist Otani, “TAKE ME” is also one of their signature tracks.
Take It EasyThe Eagles
A country rock track characterized by a catchy melody and intelligent, positive lyrics.
It was released in 1972 by the American rock band Eagles.
The song became a hit in the United States and Canada, and has been used in films such as Outside Providence.
Heavenly TrainTHE STREET SLIDERS
The Street Sliders tore through their 20-year career as if racing against time.
They charged straight down the middle of rock without a glance to the side, and I imagine many people are still fans today.
What stands out about the song “Heaven Train” is how short the lyrics are—you’ll probably be surprised if you look at the lyric sheet.
The content feels reckless and self-destructive, yet also as if it’s moving forward according to some plan—what you see changes depending on who’s listening.
One interpretation is that the “heaven” they sang about was actually “hope.” To mark the 40th anniversary of The Street Sliders’ debut, an official website has launched.
If you’re interested, check it out!