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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Collection of songs starting with “U”. Great for shiritori or karaoke song selection! (21–30)
Let’s sing a songNEW!Daiji MAN Burazāzu Bando
This is a song that warmly conveys the small hopes found in everyday life and the joy of singing.
It features an approachable, poppy melody and gentle choral work.
Released as a single in April 1992, it was chosen as the first ending theme for the TV Asahi anime Crayon Shin-chan.
I think it would be perfect as a surprise group chorus at a farewell ceremony to express gratitude to a teacher who has taken care of you.
WANT ME, WANT MENEW!Amuro Namie
It’s characterized by intense dance and breakneck-speed lyrics.
It’s a track that puts the strong, stylishly sexy side of Namie Amuro front and center.
It’s a very popular, cool song among fans.
The chorus is memorable—even many who’ve only heard it in passing will recognize it—and if you can catch the rhythm, you can sing it, so it’s one I definitely want you to perform with a cool attitude.
The low range actually stands out more than you’d expect, so be careful not to sing from your throat.
I recommend singing with the feeling that all your sound—both low and high—resonates in the same place, as if you’re projecting your voice from your temples.
It’s not a lie.NEW!Mrs. GREEN APPLE
This is a ballad that gently stays close to the unspoken truths and indelible pain we all keep hidden deep in our hearts.
While Mrs.
GREEN APPLE is known for their dazzling sound, their bittersweet love songs that quietly gaze inward are also exceptional.
The world they paint—where the raw emotions of heartbreak mix with a self-persuading sense of resignation—conveys sorrow with a quiet heat.
This track is an original song included on the acclaimed 2019 album Attitude.
When a lonely night leaves your chest aching with a sense of loss, listening to it will softly embrace those feelings that have nowhere to go.
Where the Blue-Moon Weed GrowsNEW!Evan Call
This piece was newly written as an insert song for the TV anime Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End.
Centered on the Blue Moonflower—an important motif in the story—its melody, imbued with quiet kindness and a sense of reminiscence, stirs the heart.
Showcasing the rich expressive power of composer Evan Call, it was included on the two-disc album TV Anime “Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End” Original Soundtrack, released in April 2024 and featuring 70 tracks in total.
Blending orchestral elements with the rustic timbres of folk music, it beautifully evokes a yearning for lost time within its 3 minutes and 2 seconds.
It’s a song we especially recommend when you want to reflect on past memories or find calm in a quiet space.
Won’t Forget You (Feat. SaKy)NEW!yamada yutaka
This is a vocal track by Yutaka Yamada, who commands an overwhelming presence as a composer of anime scores.
It’s included on the album “Tokyo Ghoul:re Original Soundtrack,” released in December 2018.
Featured in the TV anime “Tokyo Ghoul:re,” it serves as a tie-in song that beautifully colors the profound themes of memory and loss.
Vocalist SaKy’s translucent voice layers over the music, conveying a piercing sense of longing for someone precious you can’t let go of, no matter how much you try to forget.
The melody strikes the heart with a blend of aching sorrow and steely resolve.
It’s a signature piece from this work that gently stays by your side—one to listen to on a night when you want to quietly face forward while holding past memories close.
WOKE UPNEW!XG
This is an XG track packed with a powerful message about breaking common sense and boundaries.
It’s an ambitious work where, for the first time, every member takes on rapping, and its unconventional track weaves a heavy beat with a distinctly Asian, mysterious sound that instantly grabs your attention.
Released as their fifth single in May 2024, it serves as a major stepping stone that broadened their expressive range, leading into the mini-album AWE released in November 2024.
The thrilling progression—where one edgy rap after another intertwines—is perfect for boosting your mood and firing yourself up.
If you’re looking for fresh music that defies existing frameworks, definitely give it a listen.
Wi’e’NEW!baabapapa
An addictive track that brilliantly fuses bizarre, surreal 3D CG visuals with a powerful four-on-the-floor beat rooted in Russian hardbass.
Its barrage of seemingly meaningless, over-the-top phrases and relentless rhythmic pressure draws you in, and before you know it, you find yourself replaying it over and over.
Created by Barbapapa, the piece was released in July 2020, with the surprising anecdote that the artist completed it in just two or three days.
Although it had no tie-ins with TV programs, it exploded in popularity after HIKAKIN released an homage video in August 2021.
It’s perfect for moments when you crave a sharp jolt to break up a dull day, or when you want to empty your mind and fully immerse yourself in the strange world of its music and visuals.