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’!
- A compilation of Vocaloid songs with titles starting with 'Da'
- Songs with titles that start with 'de'. Perfect as hints for karaoke or shiritori!
- Summary of Vocaloid songs with titles starting with 'Ta'
- Songs whose titles start with “Do” – Solo Karaoke / Song-Title Shiritori
- Songs with titles that start with “Na.” A hint for shiritori!
- A compilation of Vocaloid songs with titles that start with “Ba”
- Songs with titles starting with “To.” A selection from popular tracks across generations!
- Songs with titles that start with “Sa”: a roundup you can use for shiritori or karaoke
- Songs with titles that start with “Su.” A collection of tracks useful for shiritori.
- A roundup of songs with titles starting with “zu” (rare!)
- A roundup of songs with titles that start with “N” [There are actually more than you’d expect!!]
- A compilation of Vocaloid songs with titles that start with “Do”
- Songs with titles that start with “Chi.” Useful as hints for word-chain games!
Compilation of song titles that start with “Da” [Dai-◯◯, Diamond, etc.] (251–260)
DandelionRIP SLYME
This song carries a positive message that everyone is free and can go anywhere from here.
It’s a track released in 2004 as the eighth single by the five-member hip-hop group RIP SLYME.
It gives you the feeling of basking in warm spring sunshine.
By the way, “Dandelion” means tanpopo (dandelion) in Japanese.
Compilation of songs with titles starting with 'Da' [Dai-〇〇, Diamond, etc.] (261–270)
D.A.N.C.E.ROTTENGRAFFTY
If you like punk rock, I recommend ROTTENGRAFFTY.
They’re known for a unique sound that blends punk rock with dance music, hip-hop, and other genres, all built on a foundation of loud rock.
Many of their tracks have an intense, powerful sound that will energize you just by listening.
To start, I think the song “D.
A.
N.
C.
E.” is a good entry point, since it has a lot of Japanese lyrics and makes it easier to grasp their world.
And when talking about ROTTENGRAFFTY, you can’t leave out their performances at festivals and live shows.
Their fierce, crowd-unifying performances are a must-see.
sixth senseREOL
This track captivates with its energetic sound and provocative lyrics.
While looking toward the future, it expresses a determination to live fully in the present.
Released in July 2020, it was used as the commercial song for DYNAMITE BOAT RACE during the second half of 2020.
It drew major attention, reaching No.
1 on Billboard JAPAN’s Heatseekers Songs and holding the top spot for a total of five weeks.
Packed with Reol’s distinctive worldview, this song is perfect for moments when you want to unleash your energy—like school sports days or dance events.
It’s a highly recommended track when you want everyone to get hyped together.
DANCE LIKE NO TOMORROWSECRET 7 LINE
SECRET 7 LINE is a rock band formed in 1998.
They have an extensive range of activities, not only in Japan but also performing at major rock festivals in China.
Delivering a sound that represents Japan’s melodic hardcore scene, their hallmark is RYO’s emotional vocals layered over a heavy, full-band performance.
Their melodic yet passionate sound conveys a refreshing feel and a sense of speed.
In addition, through their own THICK FESTIVAL—where they bring together bands active in Japan’s punk and melodic hardcore scenes—they play a key role in energizing the country’s melodic scene.
DiarySEKAI NO OWARI
“Diary,” a song released in 2022 and used as the theme for the Netflix series The Future Diary.
This track, which sings of being in love, captivates listeners not only with its vocals but also with its beautiful piano accompaniment.
As a ballad, the melody is easy to follow, and the range doesn’t vary drastically, making it relatively easy to sing.
However, since it’s sung in a comparatively high register for men, those with lower voices may need to adjust the key.
If you’re looking to perform a memorable ballad, be sure to consider choosing this song.
DANCE!! DANCE!!SKULL CANDY
A six-piece ska-rock band formed in 2006 mainly by classmates from a music university, which announced a hiatus in 2013.
Centered on a cute, commanding vocalist, they fuse bright brass tones that shine over lively, catchy songs with a tight band sound.
While their tracks showcase high-level musicianship, the ensemble is superbly balanced so no single instrument dominates, letting the quality of the songs themselves come through naturally.
Their sound design and song structures are excellent—this is a band you should definitely give a proper listen to at least once.
DynamiteSMAP
“Dynamite” is SMAP’s 24th single and was used as the theme song for “SMAP×SMAP.” It’s a captivating number that blends a playful, uptempo feel with the cool vibe reminiscent of “Aoi Inazuma.” It peaked at No.
3 on the Oricon Weekly Chart and sold over 731,000 copies.
Its catchy melody makes it perfect for karaoke and sure to get the crowd going.
The key is to sing it boldly; if you’re not confident singing it solo, performing it with a group will definitely liven things up.