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 starting with “Za.” Great for karaoke and shiritori! (331–340)
The sky’s the limitPHONO TONES
PHONO TONES is an instrumental jam band.
It began when Yosuke Inomata of Dr.DOWNER, the band’s bassist, reached out to Kiyoshi Ijichi, the drummer of ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION, and they started activities in 2011.
Alongside these two, the lineup includes keyboardist Jun Iizuka and pedal steel player Kosuke Miyashita—an uncommon setup even among instrumental bands.
They debuted in 2012 with the album “PHONO TONES has come!” Their uniquely defining pedal steel sound is of course a highlight, and their fresh, catchy style is packed with the playful spirit and open-minded musicality of top-tier musicians.
The stylish, soothing sound and the upbeat, get-you-out-the-door vibe of tracks like their 2021 single “The sky’s the limit” are truly delightful.
That That (DANCE COVER by Atsuhiko Nakata & FISHBOY)PSY
A track by PSY, the music producer who is active in South Korea as a rapper and singer-songwriter and whose 2012 release “Gangnam Style” drew attention in Japan.
The song is included on his ninth album, PSY 9th, and a fully recreated dance cover music video by Atsuhiko Nakata of the comedy duo Oriental Radio and his younger brother, dancer FISHBOY, also became a hot topic.
While the original features many fast moves, the song’s addictive quality makes it easy to rearrange into a more danceable version.
It’s a highly recommended dance number you should try—its cool vibe paired with kids’ cuteness creates a delightfully off-balance result.
ZapateadoPablo de Sarasate
Pablo de Sarasate was a composer and violinist from Pamplona, Spain, born in 1844 and died in 1908.
He is said to have given his first public performance at the age of eight.
As a composer, he wrote pieces that incorporated elements of Spanish folk songs and dances.
The Pablo Sarasate International Violin Competition, named after him, is also held and contributes to discovering young talents.
The Greatest ShowPasek and Paul
Many of you might already know this song.
It’s from the American musical film The Greatest Showman.
Osaka Toin High School made headlines by performing it as a brass band piece to cheer on their baseball team.
The original is great, of course, but the baseball cheer arrangement is really cool too! With chants like “Kattobase!” inserted between sections, it seems sure to fire up the players.
The FlutePetite Meller
It’s a hit song by the French singer-songwriter Petite Meller.
As the title suggests, the flute—unusual for pop music—is featured prominently at the beginning and throughout the track, giving it a distinctive character.
The music video was shot in Mongolia, and the scenes of Petite Meller dancing with the locals across vast landscapes make it a refreshing and stylish dance track.
The FuturePharien
From the very start, The Future hits you with a distorted bass that feels like it blasts straight through your skull.
The track is by Pharien, a DJ and composer active not only in Japan but around the world.
Pharien has the distinction of securing a deal with Spinnin’ Records, the massive Dutch label.
This song showcases his talent to the fullest: the low-end thump of the kick is satisfying, there’s a crystalline section featuring female vocals, and the whole piece is exceptionally polished from start to finish.
The Best HousePistol Valve
Pistol Valve, affectionately known as “Pisbal,” debuted independently in 2005 as an 11-member all-female group, but eventually continued as a trio.
Sadly, they announced a hiatus in 2016 following the departure of the last remaining member, M-chan.
They also handled all the opening themes, background music, and ending themes for the TV show “The Best House 123,” so many of their songs may sound familiar.
They’re a ska band that blends the delicacy and allure unique to women with bold, dynamic energy.
