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Songs with titles that start with “Chi.” Useful as hints for word-chain games!

Karaoke shiritori, where you connect the last character of a song you sing to the first character of the next song, and title-only shiritori, where you play using just song titles—both are fun games that use music, aren’t they?

In this article, we’ll introduce lots of songs that start with “chi” so you can use them as a reference for shiritori karaoke and song-title shiritori.

When you think of words that start with “chi,” examples include “chokorēto” (chocolate), “chīsana” (small/little), and “cherī” (cherry).

Seeing these words might bring a few song titles to mind, right?

We’ve selected popular songs across eras, genres, and genders, so if there’s one you think you can sing, definitely give it a try!

Songs with titles that start with “Chi.” Useful as hints for word-chain games! (231–240)

Subway dynamicsMarmalade butcher

Haisuinonasa / Dynamics of the Subway [Official Music Video]
Subway dynamicsMarmalade butcher

Known by the playful nickname “Marniku,” Marmalade butcher launched in 2010 and began full-fledged band activities in 2012, presenting a uniquely distinctive sound within Japan’s indie scene of the 2010s and beyond.

Their official website even states, quite frankly, that their motto is “irresistible instrumentals,” and true to that claim, their music stylishly fuses a range of genres—post-rock, math rock, electronica, and even elements of video game music—into something undeniably chic and cool.

Of course, it’s not just style without substance.

The band’s distinctive approach—hybrid compositions crafted by guitarist Nienu, the founder who originally wrote music solo, performed live by musicians of exceptional skill—undeniably carries the heat of a true rock band.

At the same time, their contemporary sensibility in handling electronic music like electronica as a matter of course, their track titles that are just as unpredictable as the songs themselves, and the ambiguous vibe in their artist photos—leaving you unsure whether they’re serious or joking—all of these traits make them quintessentially a band of the 2010s, which is fascinating to see.

Chase the WorldMay’n

Chase the world -TV size edition- Music Video / May’n
Chase the WorldMay’n

The singer May’n, who has performed numerous anime songs, is actually from Nagoya in Aichi Prefecture! She feels like she’s been active for a long time, and no wonder—when she made her major debut in 2005, she was only 15 years old! After that, she released the duet “Lion” with Megumi Nakajima, which became a big hit.

Her sharp, powerful high notes and strong vocal ability are incredibly captivating! If you haven’t listened to her songs yet, start with her famous tracks first.

Tubular BellsMike Oldfield

Mike Oldfield & Co. – Tubular Bells, part 1 (entire live set at the BBC 1973)
Tubular BellsMike Oldfield

It wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say that this is one of the most famous main theme songs in horror film history worldwide.

“Tubular Bells” became a hit not only in the United States but also in Japan as the theme for the classic horror film The Exorcist, and just listening to it vividly brings back scenes from that terrifying movie.

In fact, this main theme is an arranged and re-recorded version of the distinctive main phrase that opens Part 1 of British musician Mike Oldfield’s 1973 solo album Tubular Bells.

There’s a behind-the-scenes story that Oldfield himself had no involvement in the performance or arrangement of the film version, but that doesn’t diminish the value of the piece.

If you only know The Exorcist version, be sure to give the original album a listen as well.

ChangeMonkey Majik+Yoshida Kyoudai

Monkey Majik + Yoshida Brothers – Change [Official Music Video]
ChangeMonkey Majik+Yoshida Kyoudai

It’s a collaborative track by the rock band Monkey Majik and the Tsugaru-shamisen duo Yoshida Brothers, blending rock with traditional Japanese instruments.

You might wonder, “Do rock and Tsugaru shamisen really go together?” The Yoshida Brothers’ signature song RISING already incorporates intense guitar sounds and has a cool, powerful finish.

In this song, however, the standout feature is the harmony between Monkey Majik’s fresh, uplifting rock and the Tsugaru shamisen, expressing a new form of East–West fusion.

The lyrics sing as if speaking to the listener: “Let’s keep chasing the dream we once threw away, without giving up,” which has encouraged many listeners as an inspirational anthem.

CHEERSMrs. GREEN APPLES

Mrs.

GREEN APPLE is a band that has gained popularity for their refreshing songs! Formed in 2013, they are a five-member co-ed band consisting of vocals, guitar, bass, keyboards, and drums.

They have many energetic tracks with uplifting lyrics and a pop sound that brighten listeners’ moods.

They’ve also released many singles via streaming, making it easy to enjoy their music!

Super tasty!NEWS

NEWS – Chincha Umakka [Official Music Clip (short ver.)]
Super tasty!NEWS

An energetic, poppy track themed around “deliciousness” from around the world.

The lyrics mix in foreign words and dishes, and the high-energy melody is super catchy.

It’s one of the three A-side tracks from the triple A-side single released in December 2020, and it was also used as the ending theme for the popular segment “Gochi ni Naru” on the variety show Guruguru Ninety-Nine.

It’s perfect for when you want to feel upbeat or have fun with friends.

Savor this fun, pop song that showcases NEWS’s evolution!

I had no idea at all.Nakamura Emi

NakamuraEmi “I Had No Idea at All” Music Video
I had no idea at all.Nakamura Emi

She grips the mic, fixes a sharp gaze on the sky, and sings.

A voice so powerful you’d never expect it from her petite frame shakes the dust off listeners’ weary souls.

NakamuraEmi is a singer-songwriter from Kanagawa.

She made her major debut at around 33, bringing real-world work experience to her music.

She shouts words only she could write—born from what she went through becoming a major artist and from her years as an office worker—using her whole body to deliver them.

One look at her standing on stage with that dignified expression, and you’ll be blown away by how cool she is.

Recommended tracks: “Major Debut” and “Tokyo Tower.”