A roundup of songs with titles starting with 'Da' (Dai-〇〇, Diamond, etc.)
When you think of songs that start with “da,” what words come to mind?
You might think, “It’s a voiced hiragana syllable, so there probably aren’t many.
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,” but there are actually plenty: words like “Dai— (Big/Great —),” “Diamond,” “Dare (Who),” and “Datte (Because/Even if),” among others.
What’s more, these are exactly the kinds of words that often appear in song titles.
In this article, we’ll introduce a wide range of songs with titles that start with “da,” including the examples above and many more.
Use it as a handy resource for ‘shiritori karaoke’ or ‘song title shiritori’!
Collection of Song Titles Starting with 'Da' [Dai-○○, Diamond, etc.] (1–10)
Cerebral rendezvousNEW!Kanaria
This is a landmark piece in which Kanaria, known for delivering numerous hits in the Vocaloid scene, took on the challenge of singing themselves.
Chosen as the ending theme for episode 6 in November 2022, it marked a major turning point for an artist who had previously pursued expression through VOCALOID.
Its blend of electronic sounds and introspective atmosphere interweaves themes of desire and loss, portraying a state of mental turmoil.
Resonating with Denji’s inner conflicts and yearnings, this is a song you’ll want to listen to when you want to delve into the heart of the story.
Someone’s Winter SongNEW!Kazuyoshi Saito
Released in 2004, this song also became well-loved as the theme for Tu-Ka Phone Kansai commercials.
The protagonist racing off by car to see the one they love right away resonates as a familiar, relatable feeling of love that everyone has experienced.
The winter scenery passing by on the drive and the sudden flashes of the lover’s expressions are portrayed so vividly, and together with the comfortable folk-rock melody, they sink deep into the heart.
It’s included on the best-of album “Utai-tai 15 SINGLES BEST 1993–2007” and remains a favorite in live performances.
A winter song brimming with lyricism, perfect for those quiet nights when you’re thinking of someone special.
That's Why I Gave Up MusicNEW!Yorushika
This is a song included as the title track of Yorushika’s first full album.
The entire album is structured as a concept album, and its theme seems to be a narrative of “a young man who has to quit music writing a song to a woman.” Within the song, there are both quiet sections and powerful expressions, so if you can switch up your vocal delivery, you can sing it really cool.
But it’s also recommended for those who just want to convey their feelings without focusing too much on that.
It might be good to start by listening and singing along repeatedly so you can keep the rhythm accurately.
When you finally sing it at karaoke, you’ll probably feel great once you finish.
For the fast-paced parts, don’t try to pronounce every single syllable—aim to sing smoothly along with the melody; and for the lines in the last chorus that feel like spoken dialogue, try saying them clearly!
Diamond Dust HokkaidaNEW!Live in a bittersweet world again
This is a heartrending winter tale by Vocaloid producer Mata Setsunai Sekai wo Ikiru.
It’s included in the compilation album “Doubt Me!?” released in November 2023.
Set in a worldline where it no longer snows, it portrays the story of two people separated from each other.
Blending sci-fi elements like radio towers and communication through screens, the lyrics beautifully weave together the blank years and fragments of memory, perfectly matched by Hatsune Miku’s whispery vocals.
Recommended for when you want to look back on memories with someone important to you.
DARE!?NEW!Lui Takane
VTuber Lui Takane from hololive.
Released in September 2025, this track is a stylish dance tune written and composed by Teniwoha.
The lyrics, which question a self that keeps shrinking without stepping outside a prescribed circle, may resonate with many as they overlap with one’s own inner struggles.
With a firm, core-driven vocal that brings courage to hearts afraid of change, it’s a cool-and-cute number.
DOWN TOWNSugar Babe
Are you familiar with Sugar Babe, the legendary band that heralded the dawn of city pop and featured Tatsuro Yamashita and Taeko Onuki? This song perfectly captures that heart‑pounding exhilaration of heading out into the city for the weekend.
Its lyrical world, which conjures up glittering urban nights, is colored by a funky clavinet, intricately interwoven guitars, and beautiful choral work.
Released as a single from their sole album, SONGS, in April 1975, the track has been loved across generations: EPO’s cover was used as the ending theme for the TV show “Oretachi Hyōkin-zoku,” and Maaya Sakamoto’s cover served as the theme song for the anime “And Yet the Town Moves.” Nearly 50 years after its release, in April 2025, it made its first-ever entry into the Oricon Weekly Singles Top 10.
It’s a timelessly radiant tune—perfect for a weekend drive or as the soundtrack to a slightly special night.
Untitled TodayHirai Dai
Singer-songwriter Dai Hirai, known for his organic sound rooted in surf music, has won widespread popularity.
This song is a heartwarming number that reminds us the greatest treasures are hidden in everyday, ordinary scenes.
Rather than sketching grand dreams with a magic pen, it conveys a message of cherishing the small joys before us and the warm connections between people—delivered through gospel-tinged choruses and a gentle vocal that resonates deeply.
Included on the February 2021 album “Life Goes On,” it surpassed 100 million streams in December of the same year.
A polished track that enriches sunset drives and leisurely café time on the weekend.