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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Songs with titles that start with “Chi.” Useful as hints for word-chain games! (431–440)
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.
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.
Chakkiri ChataroHashi Yukio
Chakkiri Chataro, sung by the grand master of the enka world, Yukio Hashi, features a melody reminiscent of period dramas.
The song was released in 2016 as his 180th single.
It feels like a sequel to his 1960 debut single, Itako Gasa.
For fans of Yukio Hashi, this is a long-awaited matabi (itinerant traveler) number—something that suits him perfectly.
The lyrics depict him continuing his journey while gazing up at Mount Fuji, making for a charming work that’s easy to relate to.
EarthKishidan
This is a song by Kishidan, a rock band from Kisarazu City in Chiba Prefecture.
RANMA, also known as Hoshi Granmarnier, wrote the lyrics and composed the music, and sings it himself.
With an original melody, it sings about how the Earth keeps turning, embracing both sadness and joy.
Genghis KhanSuiyōbi no Campanella
You might think it’s a song about Genghis Khan, the first emperor of the Mongol Empire, but it’s actually a track themed around jingisukan, the lamb dish said to be named after Genghis Khan.
Being included on the album “SUPERMAN,” where all the track titles use the names of great historical figures, makes it clear they’ve intentionally chosen a confusing title.
With distinctive timbres and rhythms that incorporate folk music and evoke Mongolia through various languages, the song stands out for portraying scenes from Japanese eateries that serve jingisukan.
Though packed with jokes, the lyrics vividly depict the lamb sizzling to perfection, thoroughly whetting the listener’s appetite.
chicken riceHamada Masatoshi / Makihara Noriyuki
The collaborative single “Chicken Rice” by Masatoshi Hamada of Downtown and singer-songwriter Noriyuki Makihara is a song based on episodes from the childhood of Hamada’s partner, Hitoshi Matsumoto.
It later became beloved as a Heisei-era Christmas song and has been covered by various artists.
Its bittersweet yet heartwarming lyrics stand out among the many Christmas songs that focus on romance.
It’s a heartfelt number distinguished by its beautiful melody and ensemble.
Songs with titles that start with 'Chi'. Use them as hints for word-chain games! (441–450)
AbracadabraMajima Yuro
“Chichin Puipui” is often used as a magic spell, isn’t it? This song, released by Yuro Majima in 2020, is memorable for its PV featuring a girl’s head gently swaying back and forth.
As the video description says, “We’re all socially maladjusted,” the lyrics depict the struggle of not being able to get along with society.
It’s not a cute love song, but the laid-back sound and charmingly monotone, almost deadpan vocal make it really adorable.
The imbalance—adult worries sung in what sounds like a child’s voice—becomes surprisingly addictive.
