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 roundup of songs that start with “U.” Great for shiritori or picking karaoke tracks! (121–130)
a grievance songKaji Meiko
This is a dark number in which the protagonist—pushed down to rock bottom—seethes with unfathomable resentment.
Meiko Kaji’s low, menacing, almost spat-out vocals are its hallmark; just listening sends a chill down your spine.
The lyrics vividly convey the indelible thirst for vengeance of a woman who’s been betrayed and stripped of everything.
Released as a single in December 1972, the song became a hit, peaking at No.
6 on the Oricon chart.
It also served as the theme song for the Female Prisoner Scorpion film series, in which Meiko Kaji herself played the protagonist, Nami.
Unlike ghosts or witches, it’s the terrifying passion hidden within human beings that might make Halloween night all the more profound.
WITH LOVELUNA SEA
Set against an apocalyptic worldview, this song portrays a heartfelt desire to remain with “love,” expressed in a uniquely LUNA SEA way.
Released in April 1996, it opens the band’s masterpiece STYLE, which became their first album to top the Oricon weekly chart.
The razor-sharp guitar sound and taut rhythm create a palpable tension, yet the chorus expands with a sweeping sense of release that is both beautiful and overwhelming.
Though it was never released as a single, it distills the band’s aesthetic—dark yet yearning for light—into a true hidden gem.
On nights when you feel crushed by inescapable anxiety, it gently shines a light your way.
Let’s sing a songMISIA
A heartwarming ballad by MISIA, written and composed by Masashi Sada and produced with accomplished musicians including the genius pianist Kanade Kihira.
Released as a charity song on the 2021 24-Hour TV program, its straightforward message—urging us to overcome hard times through the power of song—gently permeates listeners’ hearts, carried by MISIA’s soulful vocals and a sweeping melody.
Her embracing performance seems to softly cradle a faltering heart and give the strength to believe in tomorrow.
It’s a hope-filled number that’s perfect for moments when you need the courage to take a step forward.
We are Pico Pico Hammers!!!!cosMo@bousou P
An ultra-pop rock tune with an addictive rush of exhilaration! It’s a track by the Vocaloid producer cosMo@BousouP, known for works like “The Disappearance of Hatsune Miku,” released in September 2025.
A participating song in the Sonic × Hatsune Miku collaboration project “Project ONSOKU.” His signature high-speed sound, combined with the cuteness of Amy from the Sonic series, creates a wonderfully fresh resonance.
It’s the perfect hype anthem you’ll want to listen to when you need a boost!
Collection of songs that start with “U.” Perfect for word-chain games and karaoke picks! (131–140)
winterELLEGARDEN
ELLEGARDEN is a rock band that enjoys overwhelming support from rock fans across generations.
This song, included on their album “ELEVEN FIRE CRACKERS,” released in November 2006 and which reached No.
1 on the Oricon charts, is a winter-themed track.
In contrast to its exhilarating, fast-paced sound, the lyrics portray loneliness standing quietly within the winter hush and the aching feeling of thinking about someone.
The energetic performance, if anything, accentuates the sentimental emotions.
It’s a rock tune that warms the heart and makes you want to listen on a cold walk home.
Ephemeral SummerTakeuchi Anna
Released in July 2022 by singer-songwriter Anna Takeuchi, this work is a piece of city pop whose effervescent, fizzy sound feels delightful—like sparkling soda.
At first listen it sounds like a bright summer tune, but it actually portrays the premonition of a love that seems as if it might vanish like bubbles.
While she puts on a brave face saying, “I’m fine without you,” underneath it all lies a heartfelt longing to stay by their side, a bittersweet feeling that resonates deeply.
On a late summer night, this song will surely keep you gentle company.
liarFuruchi Toko
Singer-songwriter Toko Furuuchi, often hailed as the “goddess of love,” released her fourth single in July 1994—a ballad that portrays the aching feelings of continuing to feign ignorance even after realizing a lover’s lies.
Many listeners may find themselves reflecting on their own experiences in this story, where fear of confronting the truth leads to looking away from potential hurt.
Packed tightly with such helpless emotions, the song’s mellow, ’70s-style sound, colored by a horn section, lends an air of adult elegance amid the heartache.
The track is included on the album Hug and was also used as the ending theme for the TV program Ii Tabi Yume Kibun.
It’s a soul-stirring number, perfect for a quiet night alone.