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! (471–480)
Ladybug Samba – Endo Versioncherisshu
This is also a parody song version of a joke from the year-end special Downtown and others do every year, the “No Laughing” series, where they tease Cocorico’s Endo, who has been divorced.
Endo gets teased with this kind of material almost every year, sometimes even involving his family.
Techno VoyagerHārī Kimura
This is the theme song for Science Rescue Team Techno Voyager, a work that’s like a Japanese-made anime version of Thunderbirds.
Among the characters, there’s Gran, the burly leader type, who is divorced and has a son, and there was even an episode focusing on his struggles with that.
It’s the kind of divorce where it wasn’t that he and his ex-wife came to hate each other, but rather that they drifted apart because he was too busy with work.
Tears WeddingMeruton
This is a wedding song from a parent’s perspective, expressing feelings for a daughter who’s getting married.
Released in 2015 by Melton, who is also active as a singer, the song features an expansive, deeply moving arrangement that pairs beautifully with Sachiko’s strong, resonant vocals.
The lyrics, reflecting on the days spent with a daughter, are so touching they can bring you to tears just by reading them.
As background music for a wedding or reception, it would be perfect for moments like presenting bouquets or gifts to the parents, or reading letters.
Castle in the Sky (from the Image Album)Hisaishi Joe
Here’s a way to experience Laputa: Castle in the Sky apart from the official soundtrack.
It’s a single track that radiates grandeur and divinity.
You can feel the depth of history in the way this floating city in the sky maintains its presence even after ruin.
The slow-tempo rhythm pairs perfectly with its expansive, soaring sound.
It’s so soothing you’ll drift into a dreamlike state and want to keep listening forever.
practice; learning (especially in the early stages), penmanshipHisaishi Joe
Tenarai means practice or training.
Hearing just that, it might sound very intense, right? But this song is a very relaxed, slow-tempo ballad.
The repeating piano accompaniment in triple meter is wonderfully easy on the ears.
You can sense Kaguya-hime’s feelings—she has absolutely no interest in training to become noble.
Try listening while focusing on Kaguya-hime’s state of mind.
Songs with titles starting with “Te.” Perfect for shiritori karaoke or song-title shiritori! (481–490)
The bird closest to heavenHarada Tomoyo
This is an uplifting song by Tomoyo Harada, where a gentle vocal approach combined with a uniquely atmospheric theme radiates a bright presence.
With its moody tone, it’s approachable for women in their 40s and would be ideal as a fresh, karaoke-friendly track.
Time of the AngelsOkamura Takako
This is Takako Okamoto’s 12th single, released in 1989.
She debuted with “Matsuwa” at Popcon as part of the duo Amin.
After Amin disbanded, she has been active as a singer-songwriter.
“Tenshi-tachi no Toki” is a Christmas song.
It’s an impressive love song with rhythmic, dramatic melodies and lyrics that express the desire to cherish the time spent with your smiling self.
The refrain is very effective, making it a highly polished track.