Songs with titles starting with “To.” A selection from popular tracks across generations!
When it comes to songs that start with “To,” what songs come to mind for you?
There are plenty of classic tracks titled “Tokyo,” and you can probably think of many song titles that begin with words like “Time” (Toki) or “Friend” (Tomo) as well.
In this article, we’ll introduce lots of songs that start with “To.”
Use this as a handy guide not only for song-title shiritori, but also when you’re stuck choosing songs for karaoke shiritori, where you link the last letter of each song title to the next.
All right, let’s dive in!
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Songs with titles that start with “To.” Introducing picks from popular tracks across a wide range of eras! (451–460)
TwentyKimura Kaera
It’s a forward-looking, hope-filled song.
Kaela Kimura sings with a resolve for the future while reflecting on the path she’s taken so far.
Included on the EP “F(U)NTASY,” released in September 2024, the track stands out with its colorful, bright melody.
Even while carrying feelings of incompleteness, it conveys a determination to follow one’s own path.
The lyrics’ uplifting message is sure to resonate with those coming of age, clearing their minds and filling them with a fresh sense of brightness.
The prank of timeMatsuyama Chiharu
It’s a song that conveys a sense of loneliness about time slipping away before you realize it.
The guitar tone, with a strong folk-song feel, evokes images of winter’s chill and solitary scenes.
You can also clearly feel the rising intensity of that loneliness in Chiharu Matsuyama’s signature powerful high notes.
Although the sustained high register might make it seem difficult, the melodic range is gentle, so if you lower the key, it should be a song you can sing calmly.
Twilight SilhouetteMatsuzaka Yuuki
A gem of a ballad that gently paints a twilight scene.
Yuuki Matsuzaka’s vocals convey the emotions of love quietly yet powerfully.
With delicate word choices, it weaves a tale of aching longing and an inevitable course of love.
Released in May 2024, this song is Matsuzaka’s eighth single, showcasing a new side of his talent that spans genres from folk songs to enka.
It’s a track you’ll want to listen to at dusk, one that softly stays by the side of anyone troubled by love.
the guy next doorKuwana Masahiro
Masahiro Kuwana was a rock singer who was hugely active from the 1970s through the 1980s.
An artist who stood shoulder to shoulder with the legendary rock band Carol, he created numerous classic songs during his lifetime.
Though rooted in rock, he released many tracks grounded in blues and jazz.
One song I especially recommend is Tonari no Ossan (“The Guy Next Door”).
It pairs a melody that can hold its own against authentic overseas blues with striking Japanese lyrics.
It’s also very easy to sing for those with lower voices, so give it a try.
A distant street cornerKuwata Keisuke
Keisuke Kuwata, a singer-songwriter known as the bandmaster of Southern All Stars who has influenced countless musicians, released his first solo album “Keisuke Kuwata” in 1988.
The song “Tooi Machikado” from that album was featured in 2021 as the theme for Uniqlo’s “LifeWear / Futari no AIRism” commercial.
Its lyrics, which depict feelings that remain unforgettable even as the scenery changes with time, resonate with the nostalgic imagery of autumn foliage.
Carried by a relaxed shuffle beat and a bittersweet melody, it’s a beloved classic that beautifully colors the autumn season.
Songs with titles starting with 'To'. Introducing picks from popular tracks across generations! (461–470)
Distant Street Corner (The Wanderin’ Street)Kuwata Keisuke
A perfect song for autumn, released by Keisuke Kuwata in July 1988.
It features poignant lyrics and a moving melody, depicting lost love and the bittersweetness and melancholy people carry.
Also used in a Fujifilm commercial, the track is included on the album “Keisuke Kuwata.” The album won the Excellence Album Award at the 30th Japan Record Awards and topped the Oricon Weekly Chart for two consecutive weeks.
With its nostalgic vibe, this song is great for listening alone on a long autumn night—or humming along with friends from the same generation.
Tokyo Night ButterflyMorimoto Hideyo
This song resonates with feelings of loneliness and heartache.
Released in September 2024, it commemorates the 55th anniversary of the artist’s debut.
Set against the backdrop of a city nightscape, it portrays a heart that, despite its solitude, continues to yearn for love.
The lyrics are striking, where fragility and beauty coexist like the lights of Tokyo Tower.
Morimoto Hideyo’s deep, seasoned vocals further enrich the song’s world.
With its Latin-tinged rhythm, it’s a work brimming with sophisticated, adult allure.