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!
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- A roundup of songs that start with “ku.” Perfect for shiritori or picking karaoke tracks!
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- Songs with titles that start with “Na.” A hint for shiritori!
- Compilation of Vocaloid songs that start with 'Ri'
- Songs with titles that start with “Pi.” Useful for word-chain games or karaoke hints!
- A roundup of songs with titles starting with “Re.” Great for karaoke shiritori too!
- A classic song with a title that starts with “Ru”
Songs with titles that start with “Chi.” Useful as hints for word-chain games! (431–440)
My heart is pounding with excitement.Kochinda Takane
This work, whose title in the Okinawan dialect means “heart racing” or “feeling excited,” is one of Takane Kochihira’s signature songs in his musical career.
It’s a bright, rhythmic piece that brilliantly fuses elements of Okinawan folk music with pop, featuring an impressive, dynamic melody woven by the sound of the sanshin and a full band.
While honoring Okinawa’s traditional music, its contemporary arrangement brings out a fresh appeal, making it an ideal track for Eisa dances performed at school sports festivals.
Cherry blossomMatsuda Seiko
It is a classic song with a refreshing melody that evokes the arrival of spring and heartwarming lyrics portraying the beginning of a new romance.
Seiko Matsuda’s poised vocals beautifully express the feelings of a protagonist taking a brave first step.
The sense of anticipation for the future beneath a blue sky, and the joy of being in love, resonate deeply alongside her clear, transparent voice.
Released in January 1981, this piece was born from producer Muneo Wakamatsu’s challenge to explore new music.
It reached No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Chart and was also included on the album “Silhouette.” Loved for many years by countless listeners as a song to enjoy in spring—especially during cherry blossom season—it’s a lively, hopeful track that cheers on the start of a new chapter, and is highly recommended when you want to make a fresh start.
cherry blossomMatsuda Seiko
This was Seiko Matsuda’s fourth single, released in January 1981.
Not limited to this song, many so-called “idol songs” of the 1980s are easier for anyone to hum along to compared to J-pop from the 1990s onward, which leaned more toward artist-driven music.
That makes them great keywords to search when people who aren’t confident singers are looking for karaoke material.
This song is no exception: while it does incorporate some elements of the so-called New Music that was popular at the time, it’s crafted as a classic, straight-ahead idol song.
So most people should be able to sing it at a decent level without any trouble.
You can even have fun with it as a “bit” by doing a playful impersonation!
Cherish ChristmasHayashibara Megumi
This song conveys the overflowing excitement of spending Christmas together for the first time.
It’s a Christmas track included on voice actress Megumi Hayashibara’s 1996 album bertemu.
The album reached No.
3 on the Oricon weekly chart—quite an achievement! I remember she had a huge fanbase back then, and her singing was of a very high caliber.
little oneHayashi Asuka
This is singer-songwriter Asuca Hayashi’s third single, released in July 2003.
It was chosen as the theme song for the film Pokémon: Advanced Generation the Movie – Jirachi: Wish Maker.
As for Asuca Hayashi, she’s a vocalist whose appeal lies in her powerful, full-bodied voice and high level of expressive singing.
In this beautiful ballad introduced here, you can fully enjoy her captivating vocals.
As a female vocal piece, there are many sections—especially in the A and B verses—that require singing in the lower register, so whether you can handle those parts well will likely be the key to succeeding with this song at karaoke.
Of course, there’s also a wide range of expressive techniques used in the higher register, making it a very challenging choice for karaoke.
third-year middle school studentMori Masako
Masako Mori’s “Third-Year Junior High School Student,” a song that continues to move listeners, is a 1973 hit that gently sings of the poignant feelings unique to adolescence.
The bittersweet emotions of a girl standing at the significant milestone of graduation evoke deep empathy from listeners.
The interlude incorporates the melody of “Auld Lang Syne,” making it a staple that colors graduation ceremonies and is passed down by many.
The reason it remains loved across time can be said to lie in its lyrics and melody, which faithfully capture pure emotions.
Songs with titles that start with 'Chi'. Use them as hints for word-chain games! (441–450)
chicken riceMakihara Noriyuki to Hamada Masatoshi
Let me introduce “Chicken Rice,” a song that not only moves you to tears but is also easy to sing.
This track was created as a collaboration sparked by a music program between singer-songwriter Noriyuki Makihara and Masatoshi Hamada, a member of Downtown.
The lyrics were written by Hamada’s partner, Hitoshi Matsumoto, and depict events from his own childhood.
Even though it isn’t stated explicitly, the love for family comes through—one of the reasons it’s so touching.
Be mindful of the nuances in the details as you try singing it.
