Songs with titles that start with “Na.” A hint for shiritori!
Do any songs come to mind that start with “na”? There are lots of words that begin with “na” and seem likely to be used in song titles—like “natsu” (summer), “nagisa” (beach), and “namae” (name).
In this article, we’ll introduce a bunch of songs with titles that start with “na.” Feel free to use this as a reference for shiritori using only song titles, or for karaoke shiritori where you pick the next song based on the last letter of the previous title.
Let’s dive right in!
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Songs with titles starting with 'Na'. A hint for shiritori! (151–160)
Summer comes aroundPEOPLE 1
It skillfully captures the languid atmosphere of a summer night and the aching longing to be reunited with someone important.
At the same time, the chorus carries a bright, encouraging message, as if reflecting the tangled emotions of a fleeting summer.
The song first appeared on PEOPLE 1’s debut CD single “GOLD,” released in May 2023, with the title track also known as the opening theme for the TV anime “Ranking of Kings: The Treasure Chest of Courage.” PEOPLE 1’s signature alternative sound and lively beat seem perfectly suited both as BGM for a slightly drowsy summer afternoon and for those sentimental feelings at dusk.
Nagisa's '.....'The Back-Finger-Pointed Group
It’s a quintessentially 80s idol-style song that pours a wavering summer-beach heart into a bright yet somehow bittersweet melody.
The suggestive symbol in the title hints at unspoken feelings or words left to the imagination, giving listeners a sweet, tangy pang.
The harmonies woven by the two members of Ushiroyubi Sasaregumi beautifully capture both the sparkle of summer and the fleeting nature of youth, making your heart tighten before you know it.
Released in August 1986 as their fourth single, it was used as the third opening theme for the Fuji TV anime “High School! Kimengumi,” from episodes 37 to 49, and it remains etched in the memories of many fans along with the show.
If you listen to it when you want to recall a summer from back then, or during a slightly sentimental twilight, the excitement of that time may vividly come rushing back.
Eddie in SummerLegal Lily
Let me introduce a song that awakens that unique mix of excitement and wistfulness at the very moment summer begins.
Featured on Regal Lily’s album “kirin,” released in August 2024, this track delicately depicts summer scenes and the subtle sway of the heart through Honoka Takahashi’s poetic lyrics and crystalline vocals.
It captures the fresh innocence of sensing the start of summer through details of a crush’s outfit, and trying to connect by sharing the music they love, all while expressing—over Regal Lily’s signature alternative sound—the brilliance of irreplaceable summer memories, as if “a single instant could last a lifetime.” The song was also performed at their 2025 summer solo concert “Summer Triangle,” captivating many in the audience.
It’s a perfect number for a summer drive or for quietly slipping into thought at dusk.
Summer RadioHidemasa Tokunaga
Hideaki Tokunaga’s clear, translucent voice vividly captures the sadness of summer’s end and the faint memories of young love.
The lyrics paint scenes like a kiss in an inlet and the sound of a radio heard from a boat in a sudden evening shower.
It brings to mind a bittersweet page of youth, like a scene from a short film.
Released in July 1986 as his second single, the song was also included on his album “radio” in August of the same year.
It’s perfect for moments of quiet reflection on a summer evening or as a companion on a drive.
Seaside BalconySeiko Matsuda
From its sparkling intro, this quintessential summer song by Seiko Matsuda instantly evokes the season! Lyricist Takashi Matsumoto weaves a sweet-and-sour love story on a seaside balcony.
The protagonist’s fluttering heart and radiant moments with a special someone are vividly portrayed through the refreshing melody by Kureta Keiko (Yumi Matsutoya) and Seiko’s crystalline vocals.
Released in April 1982 as her 10th single and included on the album “Pineapple,” it became beloved as the Shiseido “Elixir” commercial song and won the Gold Prize at that year’s Japan Record Awards—a track that truly colored its era.
Perfect not only as BGM for a coastal drive, but also when you want to revel in the anticipation of sweet romance or sink into a romantic mood.
Listening to it, you can almost see the blue sea and sky unfolding before your eyes.
A Shortcut to SummerSakurazaka46
Its sweet-and-sour, refreshing melody is striking, as if capturing the tender feelings of first love that blossom with the arrival of summer and the casual yet sparkling moments with friends.
This track is included on the fifth single, “Sakurazuki,” released in February 2023.
A love song perfect for summer, coloring a page of youth.
Be sure to listen to it in your favorite scene!
Song titles that start with “Na.” A hint for shiritori! (161–170)
NatsumiAKASAKI
This is the number by AKASAKI that gently accompanies the sudden wave of sentimentality that rises in your chest on a fading summer evening.
Released in September 2024 as their third single, its piano-centered sound evokes early-Heisei-era J-POP and stirs a sense of nostalgia.
The lyrics weave a beautiful story of the loss brought by a summer romance’s end and a lingering attachment to cherished days past.
The climax, where the singer reunites with “you” within a dreamlike vision, is sure to move listeners.
AKASAKI debuted in April 2024 with “Hikikomori,” and has since drawn attention with releases like “Namimakase.” It’s a gem to play at summer’s end, when you want to linger in a bittersweet afterglow.