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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Songs that start with “U.” Perfect for shiritori or picking karaoke tracks! (1–10)
Newborn meNEW!EO
From Vocaloid producer EO, this track was released in May 2025.
It’s characterized by a drum’n’bass beat and the transparent tones of electric piano and synths.
Plus, Amegoe’s gentle vocals really suit the mood of the song.
The lyrics paint scenes of rainy days and newborn feelings, which—together with the speedy arrangement—feel like they keep swelling and expanding.
Perfect for the rainy season; enjoy it with a warm drink.
Held even in the rainNEW!emosugite meronpan
A heady sense of speed feels great—Team Emo’s Melonpan presents “Uten Kekkō” (Rain or Shine, We Go).
Born as an entry for VocaDuo 2025, this youthful emo rock track features the resonant vocals of Kasane Teto.
It carries a powerful message that blows away the gloomy mood of the muggy season.
Put it on during rainy-day commutes to school or work—whenever your steps feel a bit heavy—and it’ll give you a push forward.
Be sure to turn up the volume.
Utatané Psychiatry ClinicNEW!nuhitsuji
It might especially resonate when you find yourself pondering the meaning of life.
“Utatane Mental Clinic” by the Vocaloid producer Nuhitsuji was released in April 2026.
Its dreamy sound arrangement, infused with chiptune elements, is striking.
The lyrics, which feel like thoughts overflowing one after another, pair well with the distinctly mechanical vocal work of the UTAU voicebanks Defoko and Adachi Rei.
Why not give it a listen as a companion for deep contemplation?
Collection of songs starting with “U.” Perfect for shiritori or picking karaoke tracks! (11–20)
WASTENEW!BRAHMAN
A track that brings their seventh album, viraha, to a close.
The lyrics were co-written by TOSHI-LOW and Takeshi Hosomi, and it also drew attention for Hosomi’s participation on backing vocals.
Its straightforward, hardcore-leaning sound conveys the band’s history and raw impulse.
Their intensity is distilled here—experience that power for yourself.
mastitisNEW!shigure ui
“Uikousen,” included on Ui Shigure’s second full album “fiction,” has been drawing attention as a rousing, floor-filling dance tune.
Released in September 2024, the track blends a four-on-the-floor sound that evokes ’90s Eurobeat with wordplay steeped in internet culture.
In May 2025, its music video was surprise-released right after a 3D live celebrating her birthday, creating a huge buzz among fans.
It’s the perfect song for when you want to step away from the everyday and just let yourself drift on the waves of music without thinking.
Why not experience its curious, irresistible euphoria that makes you want to move your body?
Wimarma SagaNEW!shigure ui
This is a song by Shigure Ui that’s irresistible for its distinctive worldbuilding and highly addictive back-and-forth.
Released digitally in January 2026, it features a uniquely striking setup where characters aged nine and sixteen face off.
The up-tempo beat and repeated calls stick in your head, and after one listen you’ll find yourself humming along.
The playful, ever-shifting arrangement by IOSYS’s Maron and D.watt draws you right in.
It’s perfect for boosting your mood or keeping your energy up as background music while you work.
Enjoy it with the music video to appreciate the piece’s charm even more!
Rabbit SongNEW!az_uki
It’s a curious number where cuteness and melancholy intersect.
The song “Usagi no Uta” by az_uki was released in March 2026.
The childlike vocals create a fairytale-like familiarity.
Yet the lyrics weave a heartrending story of a single rabbit, drawing you in more and more with each listen.
Try picturing the world and situations in your mind as you lend it your ears.