Songs with titles that start with “ba.” Useful hints for karaoke or shiritori!
Have you ever tried “shiritori karaoke,” where you connect songs by singing titles in a shiritori style?
Even if you’re told to find “a song that starts with O,” it doesn’t always come to mind right away—so it often becomes a chance to sing songs you don’t usually pick.
So in this article, I’ll introduce songs that start with “ba” to give you some hints for shiritori karaoke!
When it comes to words that start with “ba,” there are lots that sound like they could be in song titles, such as “Bye-bye,” “Bara (rose),” and “Butterfly.”
I hope this article helps you have a great time.
And besides shiritori karaoke, feel free to use it for song-title shiritori as well.
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Songs with titles starting with “Ba.” Great for karaoke and shiritori hints! (111–120)
Rose music boxKiyoshi Maekawa
One of Kiyoshi Maekawa’s signature solo songs, also performed at the 1997 NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen, is “Bara no Orugōru” (The Rose Music Box).
With its moody guitar phrases, an instantly catchy chorus, and Maekawa’s irresistibly masculine delivery that poignantly conveys a woman’s heartache, it’s the kind of classic that makes you want to sing it at karaoke.
The production straddles enka and mood kayō, and the overall melody line is easy to sing, so even beginners who struggle with straight enka should find it approachable.
That said, clearly projecting the low notes and adding vibrato like Maekawa does is surprisingly difficult, making this a great practice piece for those who aren’t confident with their lower register.
BackwardKUZIRA
KUZIRA, who have even been tapped as J-WAVE personalities, are a hotly watched act among the new generation of melodic hardcore bands.
Their crisp, aggressive guitar sound is strikingly memorable.
With songs that leverage a melodic sensibility that feels somehow nostalgic, even listeners unfamiliar with their catalog will feel their hearts start to dance after just one listen.
A must-check band for fans of melodic hardcore.
Babel IIIchiro Mizuki
A powerful, valiant hero song of justice! This work depicts a young psychic boy living in the desert’s Tower of Babel and his three servants as they fight to protect peace on Earth.
Sung with heartfelt passion by Ichiro Mizuki and the Columbia Yurikago-kai as the opening theme for the television anime of the same name, which aired from January to September 1973.
The striking lyrics by the pen name “Toei Ni” pair perfectly with Shunsuke Kikuchi’s exhilarating, fast-paced melody.
Proclaiming hope for the future and the bonds of comrades, this piece continues to be loved as a fiery cheer song that resonates with both children and adults.
I'm totally wiped out.Eee-tsu
A modern love song that blends a sense of sprinting momentum with bittersweet emotion.
Released in March 2025 by Vocaloid producer Itsu, the track centers on themes of romance and everyday struggles.
It portrays a world where the melting intimacy of love intertwines with heartache, conveyed through Hatsune Miku’s innocent vocals.
The unique sound, rooted in electronica and pop, is equally captivating.
Listeners from younger generations, in particular, may find much to relate to.
BANKYuki Chiba
Created by Yuki Chiba in collaboration with producer Koshy, this work portrays social themes of inequality and poverty with realism while expressing a strong will to break free from them.
With mixing and mastering by international sound creator Jaitzen Joshua, it achieves a world-class, heavyweight sound.
Released in March 2025 as the lead track from the album “Billionaire,” it offers a great opportunity to dive into the world of Japanese hip-hop.
A rose has bloomed.Mike Maki
The classic song that sings of roses blooming in a heartwarming garden was released in 1966 by Mike Maki.
It’s a folk song that, while simple, conveys a deep sense of affection.
Its gentle melody—like flowers blooming in a garden where you can feel the transition from spring to summer—is also part of its charm.
This work was Mike Maki’s debut song, included on “Bara ga Saita/Mike Maki no Folk Album,” and since September 2016 it has also been used as the departure melody at JR East’s Ishioka Station on the Joban Line.
The tender vocals and melody are perfect for music recreation time with seniors.
Along with nostalgic memories, it offers a soothing, peaceful moment.
Get on the busLyrics and Music: Kunihiro Taniguchi
Kunihiro Taniguchi’s rhythmic children’s song is brimming with charm, inviting listeners to vividly imagine the fun of riding in vehicles.
Set to a gently swaying melody, it’s a piece that lets you express with your whole body the bus’s rocking motion and the thrill of turning.
Released in May 2008 and later included in the September 2020 album “Teacher Ti’s Kids Love It! Play Songs,” the track has also been featured on NHK’s “Okaasan to Issho” and is frequently sung at nursery school and kindergarten events.
As a hand-play song that children can enjoy together, it’s a perfect choice for family bonding time and making memories.