Songs with titles that start with “bo.” [Boku (I), boy, adventure, etc.]
There are times when you want to find “songs that start with a certain hiragana,” like for “shiritori karaoke,” where you link songs together like the word game shiritori, “song-title shiritori,” where you restrict yourself to track titles, or even when making a playlist themed around the 50 Japanese syllables.
In this article, we’ll focus on songs that start with “bo” (ぼ) and introduce some selections!
You probably don’t usually search for music by the first hiragana of the title, but that’s exactly why it can lead you to songs you wouldn’t normally come across.
Be sure to check out this article and see if you can discover a new favorite track.
- Songs with titles that start with “po”
- Summary of Vocaloid songs with titles starting with 'Bo'
- A compilation of Vocaloid songs with titles that start with “Ba”
- Songs with titles that start with “ba.” Useful hints for karaoke or shiritori!
- A roundup of songs with titles that start with “bu.” Handy for shiritori or playlist-making.
- Songs that start with “Be.” Perfect for shiritori, karaoke, and playlists!
- A compilation of Vocaloid songs with titles that start with 'Mo'
- Compilation of Vocaloid songs whose titles start with “Pi”
- Summary of Vocaloid songs with titles starting with 'Bu'
- Songs with titles starting with 'bi' (such as Believe and Beautiful)
- Songs with titles that start with “wo.” Useful as hints for karaoke and shiritori!
- A compilation of Vocaloid songs with titles that start with “Be”
- Compilation of Vocaloid songs with titles starting with 'Bi'
Songs with titles that start with “Bo.” [Boku (I), Boy, Bouken (Adventure), etc.] (21–30)
Our Summer DreamTatsuro Yamashita
This is a song by Tatsuro Yamashita that evokes a nostalgic feeling, like a summer evening.
The beautiful melody woven by piano and strings makes it feel as if you’re watching a film from start to finish.
The lyrics seem to carry images of Japan’s lost pastoral landscapes and a gentle wish for the future, and listening to it may slowly warm your heart.
It’s a track with a warm theme that conveys bonds with loved ones and a sense of hope.
Released as a single in August 2009, it moved many people as the theme song for director Mamoru Hosoda’s animated film “Summer Wars.” It’s perfect for a summer drive with the windows down, feeling the breeze, and just as fitting for nights when you want to sink into a slightly sentimental mood.
Sing it at karaoke, and it’s sure to resonate with everyone.
Our Great JourneyKing&Prince
A song for which C&K provided the composition, performed by King & Prince! Its exhilarating, up-tempo melody evokes an endless blue sky and a shining sun, setting listeners’ hearts dancing.
Brimming with positive energy, it feels like an anthem about stepping into an unknown journey with friends and moving forward just as your heart leads.
This track is included on the limited First Press Edition A of their third album “Re:Sense,” released in July 2021.
Play it on a summer drive or at a lively get-together with friends, and it will surely lift the mood even higher.
And when you need the courage to take a new step, it might just give you a gentle push forward.
Songs with titles starting with 'Bo'. [Boku (I), Boy, Bouken (Adventure), etc.] (31–40)
VoyageANGEL’in Heavy Syrup
Formed in Osaka in 1990, ANGEL’in Heavy Syrup shine with a singular light in Japan’s psychedelic/progressive rock scene.
Backed by Alchemy Records, run by the renowned JOJO Hiroshige, they made their debut on the scene in 1991 with the album Angel’in Heavy Syrup I.
Their musical style distills influences from 1970s Krautrock—especially Amon Düül II—into a one-of-a-kind sound where luscious weightlessness intertwines with heavy riffs.
Their highly acclaimed masterpiece, Angel’in Heavy Syrup III, can be seen as the culmination of that sonic world.
They’ve earned international recognition as well, undertaking a U.
S.
tour with GONG, and even scoring the impressive feat of placing 15th on IGN’s list of the “Greatest Progressive Rock Albums of All Time.” In recent years, their early works have been reissued, fueling a renewed reassessment.
If you want to immerse yourself in a profound ocean of sound, this is the perfect band for you!
I know love.Ozone
A piercing piano rock piece that probes deeply into love.
Crafted by Ozone, this track portrays the protagonist’s complex emotions—happy on the surface yet emotionally unfulfilled.
Many listeners will likely relate to the struggle between yearning for unconditional love and the painful gap with reality.
Released in 2018, it was later included on the 2020 album “Moon and Flowers.” It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when you’re worn out by human relationships.
AdventurersTHE ALFEE
THE ALFEE’s hidden gem “Adventurers.” If you’re not a fan, you may not be familiar with it, but this track enjoys strong popularity in certain circles because it’s a rare piece with a jazz flavor among THE ALFEE’s songs.
The vocal range is about average, and the structure features a sudden surge in voltage at the chorus.
The chorus shifts to a rock feel with a simple, repetitive structure, while the A and B sections sit comfortably in an easy-to-sing low-to-mid register.
BondLITE
LITE, a math rock band known for complex rhythmic structures and intricate ensembles, has masterpieces that capture the beauty of profound, wordless emotional expression.
Opening their March 2012 mini-album “past, present, future,” this track employs odd meters and polyrhythms in a highly technical arrangement, yet remains melodic and deeply resonant.
The multilayered textures woven by the twin guitars and the precision of the rhythm section create a gripping tension—perfect for focused work sessions or late-night drives.
Highly recommended for anyone eager to experience the depth of instrumental music or discover new charms in Japanese rock.
Where do I belong?miru
It features a driving rock sound, introspective lyrics that evoke deep empathy, and Hatsune Miku’s emotionally rich vocals.
“Where Do I Belong?” will have its video released in February 2025.
It was included on the compilation album “MIra[KU]le,” released in August 2024.
The raw bite of the guitar and the punchy drum beats are seriously cool! And the lyrics’ message about searching for one’s place in the world makes you inevitably relate it to your own life.
If you often find yourself thinking about your reason for being, this song is sure to become a special one for you.