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!”
- A compilation of Vocaloid songs with titles starting with 'Yo'
- Songs with titles that start with 'yu'
- Songs with titles that start with 'Ya'
- Songs with titles that start with “wo.” Useful as hints for karaoke and shiritori!
- A compilation of Vocaloid songs with titles that start with “Yu”
- Useful for song-title shiritori! Songs with titles that start with “ga”
- Songs with titles starting with “Ko” [Great for karaoke and shiritori, too!]
- Useful for song-title shiritori! A collection of songs whose titles start with “ze.”
- Songs whose titles start with “He.” Useful for shiritori or karaoke.
- A roundup of Vocaloid songs with titles that start with “Ya”
- Songs with titles starting with “No” (Perfect for karaoke and shiritori!)
- Songs with titles that start with a number. Useful for karaoke or playlist selection.
- Songs with titles that start with “Pi.” Useful for word-chain games or karaoke hints!
Songs with titles starting with “Yo” (391–400)
Yosakoi Naruko DanceTakemasa Eisaku
Yosakoi Naru Odori was specially composed for the first Yosakoi Festival held in 1954 by Eisaka Takemasa, a composer from Ehime Prefecture, and the version sung by Harumi Miyako is well-known.
The festival is still held every August in Kochi City, Kochi Prefecture.
Dawn ~ The Breakfast Song (Film Version)Takebe Satoshi
Every morning, our protagonist Umi raises a flag in a spot visible from the route to school.
Here’s the soundtrack for that moment: a tune whose cheerful accordion melody and timbre linger in your ears.
The melody is incredibly catchy—you’ll remember it after just one listen.
Before the music kicks in, you can hear snippets of everyday life, and there are curious percussive sounds, too—full of playful touches.
Be sure to make this track your companion on your walk to school.
O-Shichi and the Night Cherry BlossomsMizuki Nana
Nana Mizuki covered Fuyumi Sakamoto’s signature song “Yozakura Oshichi.” You can see her perform it in the DVD included with the limited first edition of her 7th album, “ULTIMATE DIAMOND,” released in 2009—specifically in the recording of “Nana Mizuki October 11, 2008 Shinjuku Koma Theater Headlining Performance ‘Nana Mizuki Ōini Utau.’”
I’m drunk.Mizuta Ryūko
Ryuko Mizuta is known as a singer-songwriter from Hokkaido.
She works mainly in enka and kayōkyoku, characterized by melodic and emotionally rich expression.
She debuted in 1990 with the single “Yoake no Umi,” gradually establishing herself as an enka singer.
In 2001, she achieved a major breakthrough with “Yopparacchatta.” She has won numerous music awards and has ranked on the Oricon charts.
With a musical style that incorporates contemporary arrangements, she is supported by a wide range of listeners.
Many of her songs depict the subtleties of love and life, and she is especially adept at expressing women’s feelings.
With a voice that resonates closely with listeners’ hearts, she has continued to brighten Japan’s music scene for many years.
When dawn breaksAsakawa Maki
When people think of the blues, many picture a genre that’s gritty and energetic.
That’s certainly true for a lot of songs, but there are also blues pieces with a dark, heavy atmosphere.
Those are commonly called “withered blues,” and Maki Asakawa is widely acclaimed as Japan’s best female singer-songwriter when it comes to performing them.
Her music blends elements of jazz and blues into a dark yet stylish sound, making it a great pick for a late-night karaoke song.
Songs with titles starting with “Yo” (401–410)
Forest at nightWatanabe Toshimi
Toshimi Watanabe, the guitarist and vocalist of the hip-hop band TOKYO No.1 SOUL SET, is from Fukushima Prefecture.
He made his major debut in 1994 with the single “Romantic Densetsu.” Alongside his work with TOKYO No.1 SOUL SET, he also performs as a solo unit under the name THE ZOOT16.
In 2010, together with Takashi Yamaguchi—vocalist and guitarist of Sambomaster, who is also from Fukushima—and others, he formed the band Inawashirokos.
When the Great East Japan Earthquake struck in 2011, they released the charity song “I love you & I need you Fukushima.” Beyond his music career, he published an essay based on his experiences raising his child, which was later adapted into a manga and a TV drama.
I can’t get drunk!Sanada Naoki
With his distinctive husky voice that stirs listeners’ hearts, Naoki Sanada’s latest work is marked by a heavy, triple-time rhythm.
Despite its driving, up-tempo feel, the portrayal of a man singing about life’s doubts and anxieties leaves a strong impression.
It transcends the boundaries of enka, resulting in a track that appeals to younger audiences as well.
Released in October 2023, the song reached No.
1 on the Oricon Enka/Kayō singles chart.
Created in collaboration with Ikuzo Yoshi, it fully brings out Sanada’s charm.
Ultimately, this is the kind of song that lives or dies by a voice like Sanada’s, so those accustomed to contemporary J-pop melodies may find it challenging.
If you can deliver this piece—showcasing Yoshi’s signature melodies and Sanada’s exceptional vocal and expressive power—there’s no doubt you’ll be the star of the day!