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! (401–410)
The bandKyūso Nekokami
Songs by rock bands often demand powerful vocals, include shouty parts, and can be quite challenging to sing at karaoke.
When it comes to rock bands popular among young people, Kyuso Nekokami comes to mind.
Their fresh approach of weaving current events and relatable “we’ve all been there” themes into the lyrics makes their songs real crowd-pleasers at karaoke.
In The band, the chorus lyrics are simple, and above all, what matters isn’t vocal perfection but whether you can pour your soul into the performance.
Faster-tempo rock tends to be graded more leniently, so lean into the rock vibe and power through to the end!
The FLAMEKeiko Rī
Keiko Lee is one of Japan’s premier jazz singers.
A Japanese artist of Korean descent, she has a rich, husky voice with a depth you wouldn’t expect from an Asian singer.
Her taste in music is exceptional, and her style has a distinctly Western flavor.
The FLAME is one of her signature works, offering deep, sophisticated melodies that blend adult contemporary with jazz.
If you’re looking for a low, husky voice, be sure to check out her music.
The Golden RuleKeiko Rī
Keiko Lee, who has been at the forefront as a jazz vocalist for over 25 years, is from Handa City in Aichi Prefecture.
She debuted in 1995 with the album “IMAGINE,” and in 2001 her cover of Queen’s “We Will Rock You” was featured in a commercial for the Nissan Stagea, drawing significant attention.
Her pleasantly unadorned, gentle voice has a soothing effect when you listen to it.
In 2019, she released The Golden Rule, her first studio album in two years.
Songs with titles starting with “Za.” Also great for karaoke and shiritori! (411–420)
Zero balanceGōruden Bonbā
To begin with, Golden Bomber is such an unpredictable, wild-card kind of band that you never know what they’ll pull off.
Songs like “Memeshikute,” “Motokare Korosu,” and “101st Curse”—they’re all hilarious, and I could recommend every single one.
Among them, though, this song “Zandaka Zero” is one I especially want those who haven’t heard it yet to check out.
The phrase “zandaka zero,” which is also the title, might sound like it’s about money, but it could actually be hinting at a lack of affection toward the other person.
And the chorus—once you hear it, you’ll absolutely find yourself humming along.
Nonsense SpeakerSasanomarii
A captivating track featuring a distinctive electronica-based sound and profound lyrics.
Released by Sasanomaly in 2011, the song has continued to be loved over the years, with new versions produced since.
It explores inner conflicts such as oppression in human relationships and the loss of self, creating a deeply resonant experience.
It’s a piece especially recommended for those who tend to suppress their feelings or struggle with maintaining the right distance in friendships.
Take the time to savor it once again.
THE REMAINSsutoreitenaa
This is their fourth major-label single, recorded in June 2005.
Although it’s the title track, it appears as the second song.
It has a driving tempo, with a clean, cool guitar riff in the chorus.
The bass line is quite active, giving the song a lively, dynamic feel.
The Future Is Nowsutoreitenaa
This is a single released by Straightener on April 11, 2018.
It was also chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Digimon ReArise, and the track captures a dynamic feel inspired by the anime’s world.
The “piko-piko” sound you hear in the intro and chorus isn’t a programmed sequence—it’s actually guitarist Jun Oyama producing that tone with effects on his guitar, which is pretty surprising.