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 choosing karaoke songs! (491–500)
duckweedKouzai Kaori
Kaori Kozai is known for her sensuous, silky vocals, but she actually has a wide expressive range and has released some powerfully impactful songs as well.
Among them, the one I especially recommend is Ukinegusa.
The opening employs a Western-style, forward-projected vocal technique rarely heard in enka, giving it a dramatically different atmosphere from her other works.
While the vocal line is full of intensity, it also contains surprisingly mellow passages, and most of the long tones sit at mid-range or lower, making it relatively easy to sing for a song of this type.
Waves of micaTakahashi Mariko
The song “Kumo-no-Nami” is included on the 32nd album, Katharsis.
It is also featured on the best-of album Takahashi Senshuraku, released on August 26, 2020.
This is a ballad notable for its ensemble of only vocals and piano.
While not particularly difficult due to its low key, narrow range, and slow tempo, the sparse melody means you need to be careful not to rush the rhythm.
Because the backing is only piano, the vocals stand out, making it a number I highly recommend to singers confident in their abilities.
Wingsmilet
It’s a song where milet stands before a piano and sings powerfully, evoking the energy of human connection.
Because the sound is simple, her uniquely resonant voice is strongly emphasized, conveying warmth and strength directly.
“Wings,” as mentioned in the title, is a major theme of the lyrics, expressing a positive feeling that even if you can’t take off on your own, supporting each other can make bigger dreams come true.
The overlap between Idemitsu Kosan’s stance—highlighted in the commercial—of valuing resource circulation, and the song’s portrayal of human connection creates an image that teaches the importance of mutual support.
WhisperKitanitatsuya
With a powerful sound and lyrics that resonate deep within, Tatsuya Kitani’s new song is a love song that stands beside those carrying loneliness and vulnerability.
Written for Sony’s “LinkBuds Fit” commercial and set for release in November 2024, it also draws attention for “JUST ONE PLAY,” created in collaboration with 116 performers.
His clear, translucent vocals and the message that music can be a source of support are truly moving.
It’s perfect for anyone burdened by unspoken worries or searching for a place to belong.
A track overflowing with Kitani’s kindness—be sure to give it a listen.
Walkin’ BluesZa Gōruden Kappusu
A deeply flavorful track that inherits the blues tradition while adding a distinctly Japanese interpretation.
Released in 1968, this song is known as a signature work by The Golden Cups.
The lyrics, which sing of lost love and loneliness, carry a poignant melancholy that seeps into the depths of the heart.
With powerful guitar riffs and richly emotive vocals blending in exquisite harmony, this piece stands as a true landmark of Japanese blues rock.
Despite its relaxed tempo, it brims with a stirring charm that moves the listener.
It’s perfect for a late-night drive or for sipping a drink on a quiet evening.
Highly recommended not only for blues fans but also for anyone interested in the history of Japanese music.
tracing (picture)Aragaki Yui
Yui Aragaki’s “Utsushie” portrays the feelings of being close yet unable to put emotions into words.
Released in 2009, the song reached No.
10 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.
With her gentle voice, Aragaki paints the bittersweet emotion of “we both feel the same, but we can’t say it.” While the song is filled with a sense of yearning, it mysteriously warms the heart as you listen.
Blending the tension of unrequited love with the sweetness of mutual affection, it resonates with anyone who knows the frustrations of romance.
Its vocals and melody, brimming with the flutter of a pounding heart, are sure to send ripples through yours as well.
It feels like fate.haiiro nemuri
Its delicate emotional expression and sound design shake the listener’s heart.
Released by Nemuri Haiiro in February 2025, this work leaves a strong impression with Nurse Robo Type_T’s earnest vocals.
The lyrics, themed around obsession, love, and betrayal, unfold a story where sweet words intersect with brutal passions.
The protagonist’s quiet descent into madness is vividly portrayed within a transparent, lucid melody.
On a lonely night, or whenever your heart trembles, this song will be there to keep you company.