A roundup of songs that start with “ku.” Perfect for shiritori or picking karaoke tracks!
When you’re playing shiritori with song titles or doing shiritori karaoke, there are times when you just can’t think of the next song, right?
この記事では、「く（ku）」で始まる曲をたくさん紹介します。そんな瞬間に思い出せるようにしておきましょう。
There are lots of words that start with “ku,” like “kuro” (black), “kurisumasu” (Christmas), “cry,” and “kuchi” (mouth), and many of them are commonly used in song titles.
I’ve picked out a variety of tracks, so feel free to use this as a reference when choosing your next song!
- Vocaloid songs that start with "ku"
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A roundup of songs that start with 'Ku.' Perfect for shiritori or picking karaoke tracks! (161–170)
Cry outONE OK ROCK
This song embodies strength and a longing for inner transformation.
It was included on the album “35xxxv,” released in February 2015, with an advance digital release on iTunes starting in January of the same year.
Characterized by an emotional rock sound and powerful vocals, its live performances create a strong sense of unity with the audience.
While the lyrics are primarily in English, they also include Japanese phrases, making the song appealing to an international fan base.
Positioned as an important work that showcases ONE OK ROCK’s musical evolution, it gained popularity through subsequent overseas tours and festival appearances.
With a message that encourages self-reinvention and the courage to change, this track is recommended for anyone experiencing inner conflict or seeking personal transformation.
It’s also easy to sing at karaoke, so give it a try!
KUNOICHIBURNOUT SYNDROMES × ASCA
This work is a collaboration between the rock band BURNOUT SYNDROMES and ASCA, who is active as an anisong singer.
Released in 2023, the track is characterized by a musical style that fuses EDM with traditional Japanese flair.
The lyrics, which liken an impermissible love—two people who care for each other but cannot be together—to the relationship between a kunoichi and a samurai, are another highlight.
Although the song leans heavily into electronic music, it is unmistakably a band piece.
There’s even slap bass, and it’s performed live.
Let this be your chance to enjoy low-end sounds across a variety of music genres.
Xmas giftAYANE
A gem of a love song by AYANE that beautifully captures the magical spirit of Christmas.
Woven with her clear, translucent voice, the lyrics are filled with love and gratitude for someone special, warmly embracing the listener’s heart.
Released on December 6, 2023, the track stands out with its pop sensibility and exhilarating drive.
AYANE has also engaged fans with a lyric video on YouTube and a Christmas one-man live show.
It’s the perfect song for a special night with a partner or family, or when you want to express your feelings to someone important.
Why not spend a heartwarming Christmas moment accompanied by AYANE’s voice?
I totally hate Christmas!! Just kidding ♡CRAZY KEN BAND
This song cheerfully captures the mixed feelings people can have about Christmas.
Its witty, stylish lyrics—quintessential Crazy Ken Band—pair perfectly with a catchy pop melody.
Released in December 2002, it was also featured in a J-PHONE commercial.
It peaked at No.
14 on the Oricon charts, suggesting it resonated with many listeners.
Recommended for those who feel conflicted about the holidays or want to enjoy the season with a hint of irony.
It also works great as party background music, so be sure to add it to your playlist.
Cherry on the beakEGO-WRAPPIN`
This is EGO-WRAPPIN’s “Kuchibashi ni Cherry,” released in 2002.
It was the theme song for the hugely popular drama Private Detective Mike Hama and became a big hit.
The lead actor, Masatoshi Nagase, is a fan of EGO-WRAPPIN’, and the song was written specifically for the show.
It fit perfectly with the drama’s edgy, stylish world.
The music video also has a timeless coolness.
dark and blackI wish it could stay midnight forever.
Zutto Mayonaka de Iinoni.
, a music unit that delivers songs with a one-of-a-kind worldview, included “Kuraku Kuroku” on their 2021 release Gusare.
The track was featured as the theme song for the film The Night Beyond the Tricornered Window.
It’s an alluring piece with colorful developments reminiscent of progressive rock.
Pay attention to ACA-ne’s flow, which masterfully navigates the mysteriously shifting sound.
This pop song, resounding with a grand ensemble, signals the arrival of a new era.
By the Time of Christmas Carol: COCKTAIL SOUNDS MIX feat. Original Vocal by Junichi InagakiSKRYU × ESME MORI
This track breathes new life into a classic from the ’90s.
Released on December 9, 2024, it’s a remix of Junichi Inagaki’s “Kurisumasu Kyaroru no Koro ni,” credited to SKRYU × ESME MORI.
The chorus features Inagaki’s original vocals, while the other sections are replaced with SKRYU’s rap, seamlessly blending a nostalgic atmosphere with a contemporary sound.
The arrangement, incorporating ESME MORI’s organic sonic palette, further expands the song’s world.
It’s a Christmas song we hope listeners of all generations will enjoy.