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.” Perfect for word-chain games or karaoke picks! (161–170)
Ephemeral Flowermizuki sayoko
Though they know it’s a forbidden love, they can’t stop the feelings that keep growing.
Utakata no Hana, sung by enka vocalist Sayoko Mizuki—whose expressive power honed through Japanese dance is striking—gives voice to that aching, bittersweet longing.
It’s a ballad of deep emotion that portrays the perilous feelings of a married career woman who finds herself drawn to a younger man.
As she’s unsettled by his straightforward, youthful gaze, her heart sways beyond her control, and the protagonist’s inner conflict is conveyed with piercing clarity through Mizuki’s gently resonant voice.
If you’re struggling with the complications of adult love, this song might quietly stay by your side.
infightingSenchimentaru Shiti Romansu
Sentimental City Romance, formed in Nagoya and still active today, brought a refreshing breeze to Japan’s rock scene with a sound that fused West Coast rock and country.
Their debut track centers on the everyday squabbles of lovers, yet the sound is astonishingly sophisticated.
The precise choral work and deft twin-guitar ensemble reach a level of polish that makes sense of the 1975 anecdote that Haruomi Hosono declined to produce them.
This song later served as the theme for a TV drama and brims with the charm that can be called the essence of “Sench.” It’s a comfortable rock tune you’ll want to spin on a lazy holiday afternoon.
Broadcast of Reality and Emptinesstōshō no eto
Before you know it, you can’t escape its post-electronica sound.
Created by the Vocaloid producer Frostbite no Eto, it was released in September 2025.
Through NurseRobo_TypeT’s translucent vocals, backward-leaning emotions quietly resonate, and as you listen, it feels like you’re having a dialogue with yourself.
Put it on during a night when you want to brood alone in silence, and it will sink in deeply.
Be sure to listen closely.
Beautiful worldAimer
When I listen to this track, I’m captivated by the sheer beauty of the voice’s resonance.
Recorded with the intention of conveying emotion through timbre before words, the piece stands out for its crystalline, transparent sound.
The lyrics, which begin with the image of a gentle rain, depict small lights and hopes found in everyday life, quietly nestling close to the listener’s heart.
Chosen as the corporate CM song for Idemitsu Kosan airing from November 2024, it was included on and released as the single “SCOPE” in February 2025.
Give it a listen when you want to rediscover the beauty of the world.
Winter BeatBikkeburanka
Vickeblanka is a singer-songwriter known for his exceptional piano technique and soaring high-tone vocals.
Centered on pop while weaving in rock and classical elements, his unique musicality—paired with lyrics spun like a film screenplay—draws listeners into a world of stories.
He made his major debut in 2016, and his theme song for the anime Black Clover, “Black Rover,” enjoys immense popularity overseas as well.
Even earlier, in 2012, he took first place in FM802’s live event song voting project, signaling that his talent had been attracting attention from the start.
His songs brim with a sensibility that blends the best of Japanese and Western music, making it easy to see why listeners get hooked after just one play.
If you’re searching for piano-led music, his sound is sure to resonate with you.
Liaratarayo
This song, released by Atarayo in October 2021, turns a lie born from a romantic misunderstanding into music.
It’s an answer song told from the male perspective of “I’ll Forget Your Silence in October.” Hitomi’s emotional vocals convey the regret and lingering attachment toward a lover whose heart is drifting away, tightening your chest.
And the device at the end—where the melody of “I’ll Forget Your Silence in October” overlaps—invites you to imagine the two characters’ story and brings tears to your eyes.
Sailing the seaSuzuki Airi
Released in September 2025, this work was created to commemorate the 8th anniversary of the Japanese release of the smartphone game Azur Lane.
It likens the bonds with comrades to a vast ocean, singing of gratitude and a strong will to move toward the future.
It’s deeply moving and resonates even with those who aren’t familiar with the game’s world.
The sound arrangement, which blends crisp freshness with a sense of speed, is also outstanding.
A grand-scale number that gives you the courage to step into tomorrow.