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Songs with titles that start with “Yo”

There are times when you unexpectedly need songs that start with a certain character.

For example, when you’re enjoying karaoke with restrictions, it’s hard to come up with songs on the spot, right?

So in this article, we’ll introduce songs whose titles start with “Yo.”

Not just for karaoke—you can also use this for games like brainstorming quizzes, where you see how many songs you can name and then sing the ones that come to mind.

They seem like they should be easy to think of but aren’t—here’s a lineup of songs that start with “Yu!”

Songs with titles starting with 'Yo' (1–10)

Drunken Summermurasaki ima

Murasaki Ima − Drunk Summer / Murasaki Ima – drunk in the summer (MUSIC VIDEO)
Drunken Summermurasaki ima

A song by Shion that portrays an earnest love at summer’s end.

Featured on the album “Gallery,” released in May 2023, this track is characterized by a style that brings emotion to the forefront.

Throughout, it evokes the atmosphere of a ’90s ballad.

Husky vocals and sections mixing in whistle tones are used in various places.

The way the falsetto envelops subtle shifts of feeling is astounding, making it a perfect piece for those who want to linger in the afterglow.

Its distinctive sense of rhythm is also a highlight!

all night longzutto mayonaka de ii no ni.

Zutomayo “Yomosugara” MV (It’d be fine if it stayed midnight forever.)
all night longzutto mayonaka de ii no ni.

Dark, unsettling vibes that are stylish and cool! A track by the music unit “Zutto Mayonaka de Iinoni,” widely beloved by younger generations under the nickname “Zutomayo.” It’s a tie-in song chosen as the opening theme for the drama “The Murders at the Clock House.” Released in March 2026, the piece pairs lyrics that project an endless overnight loop of thoughts and a distorted kind of benevolence with an inviting sonic texture.

While the striking open-reel phrases make it a pleasantly listenable song, its intricate melodies are shaped into a pop sensibility—arguably making it a work that epitomizes today’s music scene.

Yoimatsuri – Evening FestivalTomonari Sora

Tomonari Sora – “Yoimatsuri – Evening Festival” [Lyric Video]
Yoimatsuri - Evening FestivalTomonari Sora

There’s a song I want you to listen to on a muggy summer night, when you suddenly find yourself yearning for the sights of your hometown.

It’s by the singer-songwriter Sora Tomonari, known for a uniquely captivating command of words: the single “Yoimatsuri,” released in July 2025.

The sound blends Japanese melodies that evoke festival music and fireworks with a contemporary beat, creating a comfortably immersive atmosphere.

It stirred major buzz from the moment a demo was posted on social media, and it was later included, right on cue, on the album “Civilization Blooming – East West.” Its lyrical world—where a faint sense of an otherworld teeming with yokai seems to breathe, interwoven with a bittersweet longing for home—is perfect for sinking into alone on a quiet night.

It’s a song that sinks into the heart, one I hope everyone who wants to feel the singular mood of a Japanese summer will hear.

Songs with titles starting with 'Yo' (11–20)

Yokohama teakKondō Masahiko

Set against the nightlife of Yokohama, this work portrays a slightly grown-up lovers’ escapade.

It’s Masahiko Kondo’s second single, released in March 1981.

At the time, it became a hit that found its way into living rooms through music shows, even reaching No.

1 on “The Top Ten.” It has long been cherished as a local Yokohama song, evoking a bittersweet page from youthful days.

The catchy chorus riding on a jive rhythm leaves an unforgettable impact after just one listen.

It’s perfect as background music for a nighttime drive or for anyone who wants to feel the heat of those days and get a boost of energy.

Bird Crossing the NightMISIA

MISIA – Bird Crossing the Night (TV Drama Series “Kenzo Kitakata’s Water Margin” Special Music Video) [Limited-Time Release]
Bird Crossing the NightMISIA

MISIA, known as one of Japan’s premier singers for her overwhelming vocal prowess.

This work is the theme song she performs for the WOWOW × Lemino serial drama “Kenzo Kitakata’s Water Margin,” which began airing in February 2026.

It’s also been a hot topic because Tokiko Kato provided a song to MISIA for the first time, with Shiro Sagisu handling the arrangement.

Carried by a grand, string-laden sound, she powerfully sings of the struggles and hopes of people surviving in a turbulent era—listening to it truly stirs the heart.

The lyrics convey a resolve to press forward into the future with comrades while searching for light within darkness, giving the song an uplifting quality that encourages listeners to face hardship with courage.

It’s a track that gently stands by everyone fighting through adversity.

Stained BondsOzaki Yutaka

This was Yutaka Ozaki’s final single released during his lifetime, featuring his early-period arranger Akira Nishimoto returning after about four years, resulting in a bright sound that aims to revisit his roots.

While set against a backdrop of betrayal, the lyrics ultimately affirm the beautiful bonds of the past.

The structure raises the vocal range from the A verse to the B verse and then the chorus, building momentum so you can sing each section solidly.

For the chorus, it seems best to sing with a bold, confident mindset—really let it out so your voice projects well.

In the calmer parts around the three-minute mark, try placing your voice forward to avoid sounding too muffled.

Give it a try while using expressive gestures as you sing.

Enraptured by the lingering blossomskeeno

Enchanted by the Remaining Blossoms / keeno feat. Hatsune Miku
Enraptured by the lingering blossomskeeno

A bittersweet yet warm Vocaloid ballad that likens a cherished person to a flower lingering at the end of the season.

Created by Vocaloid producer keeno and released in 2024, it’s an original track written for the game “Project SEKAI COLORFUL STAGE! feat.

Hatsune Miku.” In February 2026, the Hatsune Miku version received an official music video.

The band sound is adorned with beautiful piano tones, resulting in a deeply moving piece.

Miku’s mature vocals match the song’s mood perfectly, stirring the heart.

Give it a listen when you want a good cry to reset your feelings.