A roundup of songs that start with “U.” Perfect for shiritori or picking tracks at karaoke!
When you’re playing word-chain games using J-POP song titles, or doing “shiritori karaoke” where the next song is chosen by the last letter of the previous one, some of you might search for something like “songs that start with XX,” right?
So in this article, we’ll introduce a whole bunch of songs that start with “u.”
There are lots of words that begin with “u” that are commonly used in song titles—like umi (sea), wedding, uso (lie), and utsukushii (beautiful).
We’ve picked out a wide range of songs across different eras and by artists of all genders, so use this as a reference for choosing your next track!
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A collection of songs that start with “U.” Perfect for word-chain games or choosing karaoke tracks! (61–70)
A Seabed Tale of Crinoidsn-buna
A Vocaloid song by n-buna, released on Niconico in February 2014.
Inspired by the deep-sea creature the sea lily, it depicts a bittersweet longing to reach the sky from the ocean floor.
Hatsune Miku’s clear, translucent voice delicately conveys those “feelings that won’t reach,” and that sweet-and-sour, slightly bitter nuance really resonates.
It was included on the album “Flowers, Candy and the Last Train,” released in July 2015.
It’s one of the standout classics of the Vocaloid scene—perfect for listening at summer’s end or during seasons of parting.
Winter’s hype-uppy bakkon!iginari touhoku san
This winter party song delivered from Tohoku features rap themed around wintry staples like snow and mochi—definitely the highlight.
Its high-energy, upbeat lyrics are packed with positive messages that make you forget the cold! Included on the first album “Tohoku Inbound,” released in March 2020, the track also charms with local references like the SENDAI Pageant of Starlight and Sanriku oysters.
It’s a lively tune that makes you want to head outside and have fun even in the cold winter—perfect for getting everyone hyped together right after the New Year.
Words of falsehoodKaine
This satirical dance tune likens the inflammatory words and dubious information overflowing on social media to radio waves.
Created by Kaine and released in November 2025, it portrays the extreme language consumed to stave off “boredom” and the lies that, before you know it, turn into truth—carried by the voices of Hatsune Miku and Amagasa.
Its critique of today’s information-saturated society aligns perfectly with a catchy melody.
Once you’re hooked, there’s no getting out!
Let’s Dance at Home (Potluck Mix)Hoshino Gen
That song that became a social phenomenon on social media has been reborn with a full band sound.
Released in May 2020, this piece is a roughly 90-second number that began with Gen Hoshino’s home-recorded solo performance, then was completed by his live band members layering their parts from their respective locations.
With drums, bass, and horns added, it transforms from the acoustic feel of the original into a groove-packed arrangement that makes your body move.
The lyrics tell us that even if we can’t meet, our hearts are connected, and they celebrate the joy of dancing freely at home.
Perfect for refreshing your mood!
With you ～Luv merry X’mas～EXILE ATSUSHI
A gem of a love ballad that paints a warm, tender time spent with someone special on a holy night.
EXILE ATSUSHI’s sweet, richly textured vocals meld with the smooth, R&B-tinged melody, resulting in a track you can savor slowly.
Originally a song by the vocal group LUVandSOUL, it’s also known for being covered in December 2008 by COLOR, a group produced by ATSUSHI.
It’s the perfect song for strolling through streets aglow with illuminations or spending a cozy Christmas night indoors—one that will leave you enchanted by its beautiful harmonies.
Winter WonderlandEXIT
The winter date song “Winter Wonderland” by the comedy duo EXIT was released as a digital single in December 2022.
The lyrics are by jam, and the music is a collaboration between Minoru Komorita and Lian Tian.
It’s a classic love tune featuring scenes like putting your joined hands in a pocket and a romantic moment on a Ferris wheel.
With its unforgettable, easy-to-remember melody, it’s perfect for livening up a New Year’s party karaoke session!
WareiYugika
This Vocaloid track captivates the heart with its noisy vocals and heavy, hard-hitting bass, offering a dark aesthetic that’s truly compelling.
Created by Vocaloid producer Yugika, it was released in November 2025.
The lyrics depict thorny love, loneliness, and a tangle of complex emotions, resulting in something as beautiful as it is perilous—like a rose.
The sound arrangement, infused with hardcore techno elements, is incredibly cool.
The lyrics vividly portray the protagonist’s emotions swaying between self-loathing and love-hate.
It’s a downer-tinged, electrifying tune!