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! (251–260)
The Silence of the Lambs Opening TitleHaward Shore
With its heavy yet flowing orchestral score, this piece is intensely dramatic and beautiful, yet it carries an unmistakable sense of unease—no doubt because it serves as the main theme for the masterpiece film The Silence of the Lambs.
Composed by the great film composer Howard Shore, this track alone is enough to conjure the opening scene in the minds of those who’ve seen the movie, sending a chill down their spines.
It’s a work that could only come from a film whose protagonist, Hannibal Lecter, is portrayed as a classical music aficionado, and the soundtrack is so acclaimed that it’s said to have significantly contributed to the movie’s massive success.
Even if you haven’t seen the film, you can still enjoy it.
That said, watching the movie at least once is guaranteed to double the terror!
The One To BreakHead Phones President
This track features a catchy four-on-the-floor rhythm, a heavy, weighty guitar tone, and the clear, transparent vocals of ANZA.
It’s included on the Tokyo-born band HEAD PHONES PRESIDENT’s 2014 album “Disillusion.” A dynamic, melodic metal number.
Lingering Flower / ZankaHeaven in Her Arms
Envy aren’t the only band that journeyed from a ferocious hardcore sound to a profound, post-rock-like sonic landscape.
Formed in Tokyo in 2001, Heaven in Her Arms are a screamo/hardcore band on envy’s label SONZAI RECORDS, known for actively connecting with overseas acts and touring abroad.
Hardcore fans will recognize that their name is taken from a track on Converge’s historic masterpiece Jane Doe.
Their sound distills elements of post-hardcore, post-rock, and black metal, where blasts of impassioned, roaring hardcore intersect with restrained, hushed passages.
Together with their artwork, they craft a sonic world born from an aesthetic distinct from envy’s, continuing to captivate listeners in Japan and beyond.
Resonating with overseas bands often labeled post-metal—such as Deafheaven, for whom they opened on a Japan tour—the band unfolds a sound in which pitch-black darkness and fervent beauty intertwine.
It’s a musical experience we hope not only hardcore devotees but all listeners will savor.
THE FAKE ESCAPEHelsinki Lambda Club
A must-hear tune from Helsinki Lambda Club that packs the bittersweetness of youth into a rock ’n’ roll worldview! Released in September 2024, this track was pre-released from the EP “Monthly Escape.” Its lyrics, themed around living true to yourself, pair perfectly with an alternative sound, creating a powerful resonance that sinks deep into the listener’s heart.
The music video, edited from footage of their UK tour, lets you experience the song’s world even more vividly.
It’s the perfect track for when you want to escape everyday life a little or face your own emotions.
THE GIFTHi-STANDARD
This is the title track from the album “THE GIFT,” which was suddenly released in 2017 as their first album since they went on hiatus in 2000.
Many fans must have rejoiced at the news of Hi-Standard’s return at the time.
Although all the lyrics are in English, the song addresses people who envy others and feel discontent, telling them, “If you accept yourself and take a fresh look at who you are, you’ll realize you have a gift that only you possess.” When you’re lacking confidence, listening to this song might help you discover your own unique talents and charm.
The Kids Are AlrightHi-STANDARD
Humor—this is another charm of Hi-STANDARD.
One song where you can feel this humor is “The Kids Are Alright.” It’s also a cover, originally by the legendary UK rock band The Who.
What’s amusing is the single’s jacket: inspired by the word “Kids” in the title, they associated it with the hugely popular hard rock band KISS and parodied KISS’s makeup for the cover.
I think this playful spirit is the essence of Hi-STANDARD (lol).
Songs with titles starting with “Za.” Also great for karaoke and shiritori! (261–270)
The Sound Of Secret MindsHi-STANDARD
I personally think the songs on Angry Fist have especially strong melodies.
The one that really brings me to tears is The Sound Of Secret Minds.
These days, it’s not unusual to pair tear-jerking melodies with a fast beat, but back then it was the dawn of melodic hardcore.
Even overseas, let alone in Japan, it was rare to play a minor-key, emotional melody over a punk beat, and this track shocked listeners.
Angry Fist was also released on Fat Wreck, the independent label run by NoFX, an American melodic hardcore band connected with Hi-Standard, and it drew a huge response.
As a result, by the time Hi-Standard was only just starting to become known in Japan, they had already reached the unbelievable milestone of breaking into the US and Europe.