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”: a roundup. Perfect for shiritori or choosing karaoke songs! (381–390)
LiarKanoerana
A heartrending ballad that traces the pain and confusion of a protagonist who’s suddenly told it’s over—and that there’s someone new.
Unable to blame their partner and instead turning the blame inward, the protagonist beautifully embodies the universal emotions of heartbreak.
This piece is a February 2017 work included in Kanoerana’s 30-second song collection, “30 seconds ~ Kanoe’s Fun Song Diary ~.” It’s a song that will resonate with anyone trying to come to terms with the pain of a breakup or spending their days unable to forget a former lover.
Butterflies Crossing the SeaKimu Yonja
I want to spread my wings freely, like a butterfly crossing the sea.
With that wish in mind, this is Kim Yonja’s new song.
Lyrics by Hitomi Yugi and music by Yuki Omura, the piece centers on the theme of eternal love.
Released in July 2024 by Nippon Crown, the song showcases Kim Yonja’s full vocal prowess.
It was also awarded the Top Lyric Prize at the 38th Masato Fujita Memorial New Kayō Composition Competition.
It’s a perfect track not only for enka fans, but also for anyone wrestling with love or life.
Please give it a listen.
wriggling cityKushamii
“Wriggling City” is a work by KushaMii, released in February 2024.
It features rhythmic development and intricate sound design, expressing the bustle of the city and a spirit of adventure through its distinctive sonic imagery.
A highlight is the skillful use of multiple synthesized voice libraries, including Koharu Rikka and Kasane Teto.
If you’re looking for a new hip-hop experience or experimental music, be sure to check it out!
will be fine feat.AnlyGosuperāzu
A ballad whose beautiful harmonies resonate in the heart.
Adorned with a splendid vocal ensemble, this piece has been selected as the ending theme for the TV anime “Takaoka Taka’s Medical Mystery Case Files,” airing from January 2025.
The Gospellers and singer-songwriter Anly gently convey, with their exquisite voices, the journey of walking alongside someone dear and the importance of supporting one another.
It’s a song that stays close when you want to gaze toward the future with someone.
Sing, sky of JapanSazan Ōrusutāzu
Set to a comfortable Latin groove, this song is filled with love for Japan.
It sings of Chigasaki, Kuwata’s hometown, and his enduring affection for Victor Studio, where he has made music for many years.
Inspired by the phrase “the sky is connected,” which resonated with Kuwata, the piece expresses gratitude for the many hometowns across Japan.
Released in August 2023, it became the second single commemorating the 45th anniversary of Southern All Stars’ debut.
Serving as the theme song for Chigasaki Live 2023, it has also been performed on TV programs such as Music Station.
With a refreshing vibe that evokes a seaside town, the track also carries a touch of wistfulness—a summer song that makes you want to listen while thinking of cherished places and loved ones.
A roundup of songs that start with “U.” Perfect for shiritori or picking karaoke songs! (391–400)
Una Sera di TokyoZa Pīnattsu
A classic that every fan of Showa-era kayōkyoku knows, this work is memorable for its Italian title.
The Peanuts’ harmonies resonate beautifully, making it a song brimming with mature charm.
Its lyrics gently portray people who, while carrying loneliness and sorrow, still choose to face forward and live on—touching the heart.
Released in October 1964, it won both the Lyricist Award and Composer Award at the 6th Japan Record Awards, and it appeared three times on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
It truly stands as a quintessential masterpiece of the Showa era.
Perfect for a nighttime drive or a mellow bar—an ideal song for grown-up moments.
The sea is in love.Za Riganīzu
The signature song of The Riganies, celebrating the blue sea and a summer romance.
Released in July 1968 as their debut single, it stayed on the Oricon charts for 13 weeks and sold around 57,000 copies.
As a pioneering example of college folk, it drew attention and won strong support among students.
Set to a simple folk-style melody, the song earnestly recounts a love for the sea with an unaffected vocal delivery.
The spoken lines inserted in the interlude leave a striking impression, and as you listen, memories of youthful days may come flooding back.
It’s a track that lingers in the heart alongside summer memories—why not listen to it with someone special?