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 starting with “U.” Perfect for word-chain games and karaoke song picks! (221–230)
Let me give you a songTakeuchi Mariya
Among Mariya’s songs, this one feels especially warm.
Written in 2024 as the theme song for the drama “Subarashiki Kana, Sensei!” its tender, enveloping vocals and familiar, easy-to-hum melody offer a gentle warmth that makes you want to find yourself singing it in everyday moments.
The unadorned lyrics, too, feel like something that can quietly support you in the small, ordinary scenes of daily life.
Erika Ikuta joins the chorus in the final refrain.
Filled with Mariya’s wish to “make people happy through song,” it’s a heartwarming masterpiece that invites each listener to picture the face of someone dear to them.
Beautiful finsupittsu
This is a song by Spitz that drew major attention as the theme for the film Detective Conan: Black Iron Submarine.
Released in April 2023 as their 46th single, it debuted at No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Single Rankings.
It’s easy to believe the story that Masamune Kusano delved deeply into the film’s script to write the song—the result resonates profoundly with the narrative.
The poetic worldview, evoking an image of someone swimming powerfully forward while carrying their wounds—wounds that become part of their individuality—feels quintessentially Spitz.
Its popularity is also growing as a staple summer song of the Reiwa era.
With its crystal-clear sound and an uplifting chorus, it’s perfect for summer drives.
Brimming with kindness that seems to nudge children forward as they step into the future on their own, it’s a true gem of a song.
seashouka
When it comes to songs that evoke the quintessential summer scenes of Japan, many people might recall this melody.
The glitter of the daytime sea beyond the pine groves, and the calm of the night sea with fishing fires gently swaying—these beautiful images seep into the heart, carried by the unhurried tune.
The song first appeared in March 1941.
Even amid wartime, this work sings of the grandeur of nature and the peaceful rhythms of people’s lives, and it has continued to be loved across generations—earning first place in 2000 in the “Sea Songs We Want to Preserve for the 21st Century.” Why not hum it together with your family as you trace memories from your childhood?
If I go to seagunka
With its majestic yet restrained melody, this is a requiem that seeps deeply into the listener’s heart.
Composed in 1937 by Kiyoshi Nobutoki, the piece became widely known during the war as a quasi-national anthem.
What is striking is that it conveys not hostility but inner feelings—resolve and prayer—of people living through difficult times.
The work was also used in a pivotal scene in the film “Umi Yukaba: The Great Sea War of Japan,” and it likely remains etched in many people’s memories.
It is included on the album “Japanese Military Songs Archives Vol.
2: Songs of the Sea ‘Umi Yukaba’ 1932–1944.” It may be fitting to listen quietly as those who lived through a turbulent era take a moment to reflect on their journeys.
we never datedsombr
It’s no exaggeration to say they’ve become a global sensation thanks to a viral hit on TikTok.
The young New York–born talent, sombr, released this track in June 2025.
The song explores the delicate, bittersweet feelings of a “relationship that never happened,” a theme many can relate to.
Its sound—ambient textures brimming with weightless atmosphere blended with gentle, folk-tinged melodies—is irresistibly soothing.
Riding the momentum of the previous release Undressed surpassing 200 million streams on Spotify, a Japan performance at Summer Sonic 25 has already been set for August 2025.
If you’re into indie pop, this one will completely knock you out.
udonGero
Among Gero’s songs, this one is especially bright and guaranteed to put a smile on everyone’s face.
It expresses a pure, overflowing love for udon through powerful shouts and playful onomatopoeia that evoke the noodles’ texture! Released in July 2013, when Gero made his major-label debut, it was included on his landmark first album, “one.” It’s perfect for times when you want to go all out at karaoke or share a big laugh with everyone!
Collection of songs that start with “U.” Great for shiritori or choosing karaoke tracks! (231–240)
wake me upTegoshi Yūya
It’s a track that could truly be called a soul-shaking blow—packed with the passionate feelings Tegoshi Yuya himself poured into the lyrics during a major turning point in his life.
Produced around 2020 and long a source of frenzy at live shows, this piece has finally been unveiled on the best album “Tegoshi Yuya SINGLES BEST,” released in May 2025.
Riding on a heavy rock sound, it delivers a firm resolve to overcome adversity and carve out the future.
It’s like a declaration of purifying one’s past and stepping onto a new stage.
The song’s straightforward energy gives listeners courage and will surely power them into tomorrow.
When you want to overcome something, when you want to believe in yourself, be sure to give it a listen.