Songs with titles that start with “Za.” Great for karaoke and shiritori!
When you hear about songs whose titles start with “za,” what kinds of tracks come to mind?
Because it begins with a voiced consonant, some people may find it hard to form a clear image from the word.
Many songs that start with “za” include characters like 「残」 (zan) or the word “the” in their titles, and often feature passionate tunes or songs with poignant messages.
In this article, we’ve picked out songs across a wide range of genres—rock, pop, and more—that start with “za.”
Be sure to check out these numbers you can use for karaoke or even in word-chain games.
Songs whose titles start with “za.” Also great for karaoke and shiritori! (1–10)
The Moon’s Elbow feat. MarcinNEW!Ichika Nito
Guitarist Ichika Nito—also active as a member of Dios and ichikoro—has earned global acclaim starting from social media.
The title track of his long-awaited first album, The Moon’s Elbow, released in January 2026, “The Moon’s Elbow feat.
Marcin,” leaves a strong impression with its technical guitar work and crystalline ensemble featuring Poland’s Marcin.
The expansive sound, embodying the concept of telling a story using only the guitar, shakes listeners to the core with thrilling developments and overflowing emotion—even without words.
It’s an instrumental piece of overwhelming intensity where the two artists’ distinct personalities collide yet harmonize.
The Corner BarNEW!The Velvet Sundown
It’s a soft rock number where a nostalgic guitar tone blends with the bustle of a nighttime bar.
Created by The Velvet Sundown, who suddenly appeared on the scene around June 2025 and sparked a worldwide debate over whether it was AI or human, it was released around the same time.
The warm sound evocative of ’70s Americana and the smooth vocals gently put listeners at ease.
In fact, a major feature of this work is that it’s a project produced with AI assistance.
The lyrics, depicting late-night conversations exchanged in storefronts on the street, vividly paint a scene in your mind.
It’s approachable and recommended for relaxed evenings sipping a drink, or when you want a café-like atmosphere while you work!
THE FUSIONNEW!ØMI
ØMI, who is also active as a vocalist for J SOUL BROTHERS III, delivers this track—released in January 2026 as the lead song from the EP THE FUSION—as a culmination of a project reached through an unconventional collaboration.
Over a hip-hop-leaning beat, vocals interwoven with rap strike a cool tone.
The lyrics, etched with confidence in his built-up career and a will to aim even higher, are sure to fire up listeners’ hearts.
The EP also made headlines by debuting at No.
1 on the charts with over 40,000 copies sold in its first week.
It’s a song that fuels you from within when you want to believe in yourself and take on a new challenge.
The Story of Usmilet
Written specifically as the ending theme for the second season of the TV anime Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End, this song is perfect for savoring the lingering emotions of the story.
Arranged by Evan Call, who also composed the score, its string-driven sound blends beautifully with the anime’s world.
Lyrics themed around journeys and memories intertwine with milet’s delicate vocals, kindling a quiet hope in the heart.
It’s a track you’ll want to listen to at the end of the day, in a calm and unhurried mood.
THE HURRICANE 〜FIREWORKS〜EXILE
This is a track where pounding beats meet a distinctly Japanese flavor, letting you revel in full-on summer festival vibes.
It’s the title song from their 31st single, “THE HURRICANE ~FIREWORKS~,” released in July 2009, and it was also used in the commercial for Sky PerfecTV!’s “EXILE TV.” The approach stands out for incorporating the Tsugaru shamisen by the Yoshida Brothers and rap by DOBERMAN INC.
Just listening to it stirs a soaring excitement, like gazing up at giant fireworks painting the night sky.
The overwhelming intensity unleashed by EXILE as a 14-member group is simply breathtaking.
For summer drives or nights when you want to go wild with friends, the track’s energetic power is sure to be the perfect spice.
The Shocking Soup of Virgin Mary: The Magnificent DesireMakita Supōtsu presents Fly or Die
This is a song that makes you laugh at the unexpected gap between a decadent visual-kei worldview and the homely theme of curry! It’s by the band led by Makita Sports, Makita Sports presents Fly or Die.
Released digitally in January 2014 as their debut, it’s a track born from the popular segment “Comedians’ Serious Song Championship” on the TV Tokyo variety show Godtongue.
What’s sung over the heavy band sound isn’t pitch-black darkness or despair, but—surprise—an appetite for soup curry.
The contrast between the authentic performance and the ridiculous lyrics is the best.
If you listen to it when you’re feeling down, its gloriously over-the-top silliness is sure to lift you up!
The crowd, our townTogenashi Togeari
This work seizes the listener’s heart with beats exceeding 170 BPM and deeply emotive vocals.
Released in May 2024 as the opening theme for the TV anime Girls Band Cry, the single is also included on the album “Toge Nashi.” Its rugged rock sound—like channeling the city’s clamor and irritation directly into music—is captivating, packing the power to blow away the doldrums of everyday life.
An emotional track that gives courage to those who want to break through their current situation.