Songs with titles that start with 'Ya'
This article introduces songs with titles that start with “Ya” (や).
How many songs that start with “Ya” can you think of?
When you put it that way, it’s surprisingly hard to come up with many, isn’t it?
This might come in handy someday—like for themed karaoke sessions, shiritori-style karaoke games, and more.
From classic smash hits to recent chart-toppers, we cover a wide range of songs old and new.
Feel free to use this as a handy reference whenever you need it!
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Songs whose titles start with “Ya” (301–310)
Mountain DelicaciesŌsutoria min’yō
When we were little, many of us probably sang this song in kindergarten or elementary school.
It’s a classic about mountains that brings back the fun of picnics.
Even if you don’t know the song by name, I think many people would recognize it when they hear the yodeling in the chorus and go, “Oh, that song!” It’s the kind of tune you can’t help but hum along to.
Gentle LifeKaneko Ayano
Ayano Kaneko is a singer-songwriter known for the charm of her simple, unadorned vocals.
“Yasashii Seikatsu” (Gentle Life) is a track included on her album “Muretachi,” released on vinyl in 2017 and on CD in 2018.
The song carries an atmosphere that overlaps with her down-to-earth image, and its lyrics convey a desire to stay true to one’s authentic self.
While its words may not resonate with everyone, for those they do reach, they cut deeply—making this very much a hidden gem of a song.
Gentle Devilkyandīzu
The 13th single, released in 1977, is a song with lyrics by Tadashi Kitajō and music by Takuro Yoshida—listen closely and you’ll hear Yoshida’s signature style burst forth.
With bold costumes designed by Ann Lewis and choreography known as the “devil sign,” it opened up a new chapter.
Try singing it together as a trio of close friends.
Gentle Devilkyandīzu
Lyrics by Tadashi Kitajō, music by Takuro Yoshida.
A song released in 1977 that enjoyed explosive popularity at the time.
Needless to say, its breezy sensuality captivated fans back then.
While Candies are known for their lively and cute image, why not occasionally try delivering a song like this with a more mellow, heartfelt touch?
If I’m wrapped in kindnesskurisu haato
A cover by Chris Hart, a singer from the United States.
While preserving the original song’s country vibe, his different vocals give it a floating, airy feel.
It’s a model example of a cover that reminds you the song remains a masterpiece regardless of the singer or the era.
I was deceived by Mikako Yamaguchi.Gubbai Fujiyama
As you might guess from their name, they’re a rock band from Yamanashi Prefecture.
The catchy guitar riff in the intro grabs your heart in an instant.
Their straightforward vocals have a certain feminine quality that’s really appealing.
They write many songs about heartbreak—on their 2017 album, 6 out of the 7 tracks are breakup songs.
Like a palm treeKetsumeishi
This is one of the tracks from a triple A-side single released to mark the 15th anniversary of their major debut in 2016.
With many call-and-response sections, it’s a song that always gets the crowd going at live shows and festivals.
Its medium tempo will have you grooving in no time.