Songs with titles starting with “Ko” [Great for karaoke and shiritori, too!]
There are many song titles that start with “ko,” featuring familiar words like “koi” (love) and “kokoro” (heart).
The range is really broad, but even just branching out from “koi” will lead you to lots of songs!
From era-defining hit tunes and more.
Sometimes nothing comes to mind right away and you want to look some up…!
So we’ve put together a list of song titles that start with “ko,” which might come in handy at such times.
Feel free to use it not only when you’re curious about what songs begin with “ko,” but also as inspiration for shiritori or choosing songs at karaoke.
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Songs with titles starting with “Ko” [Great for Karaoke & Shiritori!] (131–140)
Love is thrill, shock, and suspenseRina Aiuchi
Brimming with a sense of speed, this Eurobeat track blends perfectly with the world of Detective Conan and stands as a signature song in Rina Aiuchi’s career.
Released in October 2000 as her fourth single, it became her first to reach No.
5 on the Oricon weekly chart and was also included on the classic album “Be Happy.” Its thrilling psychological portrayal of falling into paranoia because you can’t read the heart of the one you love links exquisitely with the story’s pursuit of a difficult case’s truth.
The para para dance performed by the protagonist also became a hot topic.
When you’re anxious about a love with no clear future, doesn’t listening to this song make you feel like you can even enjoy the thrill and find the energy to move forward?
Love Boogie-Woogie NightSouthern All Stars
An exquisite dance track where nostalgia and novelty burst into life! Released in June 2024 to mark the 46th anniversary of national rock band Southern All Stars’ debut, this song is also included on the album “THANK YOU SO MUCH.” Its sound fuses the sparkle of Showa-era disco with Reiwa-era EDM beats—guaranteed to make anyone want to move.
The lyrics portray a man’s feelings steeped in pathos, and that very poignancy accentuates the track’s danceable vibe.
A cross-generational anthem that will supercharge your summer drives and parties!
Koitou (Koitome) CoastHiromi Yamaguchi
Speaking of a singing voice honed under the tutelage of the enka world’s grand master Saburō Kitajima, that would be Hiromi Yamaguchi.
Since her 2002 debut with “Ibushigin,” her string of newcomer awards attests to her solid talent.
Centering on a classic, orthodox style featuring a fully realized, master-taught kobushi (ornamental vocal turns), she delivers “life enka” that gently permeates the listener’s heart.
Lyrics that depict the subtleties of life intertwine exquisitely with Hiromi Yamaguchi’s warm yet powerful vocals, enveloping you in the deep emotion of what feels like a feature film.
Her appearance performing the shamisen and her multifaceted side—such as holding qualifications like disaster prevention specialist—further enhance her appeal.
A One-Night LoveShizuka Kudo
Among Shizuka Kudo’s discography, which saw a string of hits in the late 1980s, the single released in December 1988 shines with a distinctly mature allure.
Chosen as the image song for the Hakone Open-Air Museum, it became the first Oricon No.
1 of the Heisei era—a classic in every sense.
The song depicts a bittersweet, adult romance where fleeting passion—perhaps just a one-night love—intertwines with anxiety about a future that cannot be seen.
Its gentle, tender ballad style makes it easy to empathize with, and it seems perfect for those who want to sing with rich emotional expression.
Lovestruck Osaka (feat. Miyuki Kawanaka)Chieko Mizutani
Ms.
Chieko Mizutani, who is active as a “bridge between enka and J-pop.” In fact, she’s the very same Tomochika who shines as a TV personality on variety shows! Since she now has a strong image as an enka singer, many people might be surprised to learn this.
One moment, with the assured vocal prowess that earned her the nickname “Hokuriku’s Hibari,” she delivers songs like “Do You Like Scotch?” with soulful elegance; the next, she has the entire venue wrapped in smiles with her humor-filled banter.
Nimbly leaping beyond the bounds of enka, her stages—featuring a diverse array of guests—feel like lavish musical festivals.
Even as she celebrates her 50th year in show business, her presence as an entertainer continues to shine, captivating audiences with its magnitude.
This roadnursery rhyme
Among timeless classics that continue to be sung across generations, this work especially strikes a deep chord.
Poet Hakushū Kitahara wove the poem by overlaying the scenery he saw while traveling in Hokkaido with memories of his own hometown, and his close friend Kōsaku Yamada set it to music.
The imagery of acacia blossoms and the white clock tower rises vividly to mind, gently awakening each listener’s own nostalgic memories.
First recorded in 1927 with a performance by Yoshie Fujiwara, it was later selected in 2006 for the “100 Best Japanese Songs.” Beloved by many singers, including Hiromi Iwasaki, it was also recently used as the theme song for the film “Kono Michi.” It’s the perfect piece for looking back on the past with a calm heart.
In loveHY
The HY songs where Nakasone takes the lead are all high and powerful, aren’t they? Since there are many ballads, I think a lot of people include them in their karaoke repertoire! In this song, it’s a male–female twin-vocal setup, and only the A-melody is sung by the male vocalist, Niizato.
However, the key jumps up from the chorus, so when singing it’s best to avoid using your throat overall.
Nakasone’s charm is that she doesn’t use falsetto for high notes! She sings in chest voice no matter how high the range, so the emotion comes through directly.
The reason I feel like crying no matter which song I listen to was Nakasone’s singing style all along!