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 shiritori or picking karaoke tracks! (261–270)
Liesanari
It’s a masterpiece that poignantly and gently sings of the human heart.
Included on Sanari’s album “SICKSTEEN,” released in June 2019, this track is memorable for its melodious rap and emotionally resonant vocals.
In the one-take music video featuring 23 dancers, Sanari himself takes on dancing for the first time, vividly expressing the world of the lyrics.
The song blends human warmth with a tinge of melancholy, and its deeply affecting lyrics and sound are its biggest draw.
It’s a track I’d recommend to anyone who resonates with feelings for a loved one or the care they hold for someone important.
LieYuika
This song delicately portrays the protagonist’s emotions as they waver between a gentle lie and a cruel truth.
It’s a track by Yuika included on the album Longing for Indigo, released in June 2024.
Unlike her previous pop and ballad styles, it weaves profound lyrics about confronting one’s own weaknesses and contradictions into a passionate and powerful sound.
It has been a hot topic on social media and has captured the hearts of many listeners.
Filled with elements that anyone can relate to—such as the contradictions in everyday relationships and the struggle between true feelings and facades—this piece is perfect for moments when you want to face yourself in quiet or organize your thoughts.
Liarieiri reo
This is a sublime ballad by Leo Ieiri that beautifully captures an inner world where joy and sorrow intersect.
Included on the album “Naked,” released in February 2023, and chosen as the opening theme for the WOWOW original anime The Fire Hunter, the song was born from a collaboration with Hikaru Ishizaki.
Dramatic string arrangements intertwine with Ieiri’s emotionally rich vocals to create a piece that evokes deep empathy.
It vividly portrays, within a fantastical setting, the inner conflicts that arise from trusting someone and the emotional turbulence of protecting those you love.
When you find yourself grappling with feelings wavering between truth and lies, lend an ear to this song—it will stay close to your heart.
LieHata Motohiro
This is a renowned song by Motohiro Hata, distinguished by a cool, electronica-tinged sound that begins with an atmosphere reminiscent of being submerged in the sea.
It masterfully captures the complexities of our modern emotions—the truth behind muddled words, the emptiness of layering a dry heart over reality, and the descent into self-deception.
Delicately portraying the subtleties of the heart and the ambiguity between “lies” and “truth” in human relationships, this track opens the December 2015 album Scenes of Blue.
As Hata himself notes, “In today’s era, it’s hard to tell what’s a lie and what’s real,” and the song vividly depicts feelings everyone has likely experienced in everyday life.
It resonates deeply with those struggling in important relationships or harboring complicated emotions.
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On Wings of SongFelix Mendelssohn
This is a representative work by Mendelssohn, an orchestral piece noted for its graceful and serene melody, first published in 1834 as part of Six Songs, Op.
34.
Originally composed for voice and piano, its beautiful tune has been arranged for various instruments by many performers and remains beloved.
In April 2023, cellist Haruma Sato delivered a superb performance on his album Auf Flügeln des Gesanges: Mendelssohn Works.
Possessing a lightness and elegance like soaring on wings, this piece is ideal as background music for weddings and receptions.
It will accompany life’s important milestones and make those happy moments shine even brighter.
catnapLeina
A 19-year-old singer-songwriter from Machida, Tokyo.
Having grown up with Western music and shaped her own sound under the influence of artists like Justin Bieber and Billie Eilish, Leina made her debut at 14 and won a TV Asahi music audition show in 2022.
Her songs—featuring lyrics that delicately portray human emotions and irresistibly catchy melodies—have gone viral on social media, earning overwhelming support especially among young listeners.
Gifted with the ability to self-produce everything from songwriting to artwork and video projects, she released her long-awaited album “Ai no Ubugoe, Ai no Nakigoe” in September 2024.
While incorporating a Western pop sensibility, her music also highlights the beauty of the Japanese language.
Woven from a delicate sensitivity and down-to-earth words, her sound stands out as a new generation of pop music that captivates many music fans.
Week EndHoshino Gen
A pop tune by Gen Hoshino that captures the sense of freedom and release of the weekend.
With its shimmering horn section and groove-laden sound, it naturally draws listeners onto the dance floor.
Included on the album “YELLOW DANCER,” released in December 2015, it was also used as the theme song for Fuji TV’s Mezamashi Doyobi starting in October of the same year.
While depicting emotions that shift with the changing seasons, it gently reminds us of the importance of stepping out of the everyday to express our true selves.
It’s a perfect track to brighten your mood during a long-weekend drive or a day out.