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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” (401–410)

Yokohama Honky-Tonk BluesIshiguro Kei

Kay Ishiguro is a female singer who gained popularity in the 1970s with her genre-defying musical style.

Though she has explored many genres, her blues recordings are especially well-regarded.

Among her songs, the one I particularly recommend is Yokohama Honky-Tonk Blues.

It’s a blues number with a touch of kayōkyoku (Japanese pop) flavor, characterized by a gentle, wistful mood.

I think it sounds especially alluring when sung by a woman with a lower voice, so it’s a great pick for singers like that.

Songs with titles starting with 'Yo' (411–420)

The night is crying.Jinno Mika

Mika Jinno “The Night Is Crying” Music Video
The night is crying.Jinno Mika

In 1977, she won TV Tokyo’s “East-West Kids’ Singing Imitation Grand Prix” by performing Harumi Miyako’s “Anko Tsubaki wa Koi no Hana,” after which she was scouted by many talent agencies.

She made her debut as a singer in 1984 after graduating from high school.

Known for her outstanding vocal prowess, she has performed across a wide range of genres, including appearances at rock festivals and at SXSW, one of the world’s largest music and film festivals.

In the United States, she is said to be known as the “Enka Diva.”

Blow the night awayHata Motohiro

Blow Through the Night Hata Motohiro
Blow the night awayHata Motohiro

It’s a song by Motohiro Hata with a mature, sultry, moody chord progression and a bassline that feels great.

Though it’s a song about the night, it carries an exciting approach that urges you to burst into the world without going to sleep just yet—it even sounds like an invitation to try something a little mischievous.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to on nights when you’re not ready to sleep and still haven’t had your fill of fun.

desire for leewayInabakumo

Inabakumori “Room to Spare” Vo. nagiβ & Kazehikiβ
desire for leewayInabakumo

This Vocaloid song exquisitely blends a sense of floating and tension.

“Yoyuyoku” by Inabakumori, an artist known for numerous popular releases, was unveiled in October 2023 and quickly became a hot topic.

It uses Yamaha Corporation’s voicebank “nagiβ,” whose calm, placid tone—true to its name—leaves a strong impression.

It fits perfectly with the understated mood of the sound and melody.

The lyrics, which depict the gap between “having leeway” and “having none,” invite reflection on ways of living.

The more you listen closely, the deeper its flavor becomes.

Yo, you there, kid.Takeuchi Pisutoru

Pistol Takehara “Hey, you there, youngster”
Yo, you there, kid.Takeuchi Pisutoru

This is a song that became a hot topic after being featured in a commercial.

The powerful, rock-tinged vocals and lyrics that push you forward almost to an overbearing degree will give you courage whether you like it or not.

It has the vibe of a stubborn old man lecturing young people, making it a perfect track for anyone who wants a push from someone behind them.

City of DesireTakeuchi Riki

[MV] Riki Takeuchi - City of Desire (with lyrics)
City of DesireTakeuchi Riki

Riki Takeuchi started out as a very stylish and cool actor, but what happened to him? (lol) In The King of Minami, the role that made him a hit, the song he sings, “Yokubō no Machi” (City of Desire), was used as the theme song.

Besides that, under the name RIKI—based on the concept of being Riki Takeuchi’s younger brother—he released several singles.

Those songs also make you go, “What on earth happened?” (wry smile)

Yo, you there, kid.Takehara Pisutoru

Takahara Pistol – 'Hey, you there, youngster'
Yo, you there, kid.Takehara Pisutoru

A warm, encouraging song whose gentle acoustic guitar and powerful vocals resonate deeply.

Takahashi Pistol offers a track that gifts courage to live and celebrates the small happiness found in everyday life, especially for young people.

It conveys the message of finding your own path, not being swayed by others’ opinions, and striving in a way that is true to yourself.

Included on the album “youth,” it was released in November 2015.

Widely known as the theme song for a Sumitomo Life Insurance commercial, its sincere message has struck a chord with many.

It’s a song recommended for those about to step into a new environment or standing at a crossroads in life.

This work can be called a cherished piece that combines warmth that stays close to the heart with a powerful push from behind.