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A roundup of songs whose titles start with 'Zu.' Handy for karaoke.

Songs that start with “Zu”: what kinds of tracks are out there?

In this article, we’ll introduce songs whose titles begin with “zu.”

Among titles that start with “zu,” there are many songs that begin with the word “zutto” (meaning “always” or “forever”).

Even among songs that use the same “zutto,” their themes vary widely.

We’ve gathered tracks old and new, spanning diverse genres.

Feel free to use this as inspiration for word games like song-title shiritori, for karaoke with letter restrictions, or to discover new music!

A roundup of songs whose titles start with “Zu.” For your karaoke reference (41–50)

ZOOimagawa tsutomu (ECHOES)

The drummer Tsutomu Imagawa of the band ECHOES—known for having Jinsei Tsuji as its vocalist—hails from Yokote City in Akita Prefecture.

This song was originally provided to Kaori Kawamura in 1988 and was self-covered by ECHOES the following year, 1989; it also served as an insert song for a TV drama.

Zundoko-bushiKobayashi Akira

Akira Kobayashi ★ Asahi no Zundoko Bushi
Zundoko-bushiKobayashi Akira

The 1960 smash hit “Zundoko-bushi” is an upbeat, bright song performed by Akira Kobayashi, and you can feel the excitement of the era in its lively rhythm and fun energy.

Even today, the song can still be heard at festivals and other events, making it a piece of music that seems ingrained in the DNA of the Japanese people.

“Zundoko-bushi” is one of the classic tunes that graced the Showa hit charts.

The 1960s were a period of rapid economic growth in Japan and a time when new culture was emerging.

Music, too, offered a variety of styles influenced by kayōkyoku (Japanese popular songs) and music from overseas.

Some of the artists who were active in that era continue to perform today.

Please take the opportunity to enjoy these timeless Showa-era classics.

I’ll always be by your side.Tanaka Katsumi

Katsumi Tanaka: I’ll always be by your side.
I'll always be by your side.Tanaka Katsumi

Katsumi Tanaka is a composer from Kasaoka City who debuted as a singer in 1995.

He mainly composed video game music and also worked as a radio personality.

“Zutto/Soba ni/Iruyo” is his second single as a singer, released in 1995.

Zoo at 2 a.mBIGMAMA

A track included on “Until You Button Up Your Blouse Again.” It carries the message: “It doesn’t matter who sees you or how they judge you! Cast off that costume and become your true self now!” It’s a refreshing rock tune you’ll want to hear when you’re worn out by modern society.

for a long time / all the time / continuouslyakai kouen

This piece leaves the shimmering timbre of its keyboards lingering in your ears.

It’s an instrumental track included as the first song on the 2011 mini-album “Walking with Bremen.” The tight, evenly articulated bass feels great to listen to.

Always the two of usBENI

BENI – Always the Two of Us (unplugged version)
Always the two of usBENI

A ballad that captures a poignant love—the happier the time spent with a lover, the stronger the desire not to let it go.

It conveys a deep affection that refuses to neglect the relationship between the two.

It’s a song that makes you take a calm, honest look at both yourself and your partner.

for a long time / all the time / continuouslyDOBERMAN INFINITY

Like plain, straightforward words of a marriage proposal, DOBERMAN INFINITY’s “Zutto” (“Forever”) was released in 2019 as a double A-side single along with “We are the one.” The lyrics confess honest feelings to a girlfriend who always ends up bearing the brunt of hardships because of her boyfriend, and listening to it will make you fall even more in love with him.

Although the lyrics are from a male perspective, it’s of course also recommended for women to give to their boyfriends, filled with gratitude and the wish to stay together forever!