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.
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Songs with titles that start with “Za.” Also great for karaoke and shiritori! (131–140)
The WatersMairitoru Rabā
The title track from the concept album “The Waters,” released in December 1998.
They would go on hiatus after this, and it feels like they wanted to try a lot of things before the break—the album is packed with experimental elements.
The title track “The Waters” is intriguing too, retaining a My Little Lover-like feel while also featuring some uncharacteristic aspects.
The AnswerMiura Daichi
This song expresses a man’s desire to chase after the lover he cherishes.
In the music video, the aching emotions are fully conveyed through freestyle dance.
Set to a serious melody, it’s a track where you can savor Miura’s graceful footwork.
The Days Sport With YouImai Miki
It’s a bright, cheerful song.
I love the collaboration between Miki Imai’s joyful vocals and her husband Tomoyasu Hotei’s guitar tone.
It conveys the message, “I want to live with the person I love in every season!” It’s a track that makes you want to sing out loud with your best friends or your partner.
THE MUSICWada Akiko
She’s a regular commentator on variety shows, so we don’t get to hear her sing very often, but her songs are surprisingly pop.
Thanks to her powerful voice, she has lots of tracks where she sings with up-and-coming hip-hop artists.
This song, too, captures a lively vibe that doesn’t show her age.
If you didn’t know it was her singing, you’d be wondering, “Who is this?”—it’s a charmingly light, slightly mysterious pop tune.
The Day Will Come AgainŌhashi Torio
It’s a track included on “Blue,” released in 2017, the year of their 10th anniversary.
Listening to it, you’ll find yourself soothed by the gentle vocals—an utterly healing song.
Words like calm, peaceful, and comforting fit it perfectly.
The STANDARDOkuda Tamio
This work is a deliberate attempt for him to take on ballads, which he’s not good at.
I was really surprised when I first heard it.
The straightforward lyrics pierce right through you.
It feels like the love of a mature man.
No matter how many times I listen, his sexy vocals give me goosebumps.
In the midst of cruel wishesMiyanaga Saki · Ueda Kana · Koshimizu Ami
It’s the second ending theme for the TV anime “Saki.” It’s included as a coupling track on the single “Netsuretsu Kangei Wonderland.” It serves as a character song for the main characters, Saki Miyanaga and Nodoka Haramura, in the series.