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!
- A compilation of Vocaloid songs with titles that start with “Na”
- Collection of song titles that start with 'Ni'
- Songs and famous songs with titles that start with “Ne”
- Songs with titles starting with 'Nu' [Great for karaoke & word-chain games!]
- A compilation of Vocaloid songs that start with “Nu”
- A roundup of songs with titles that start with “N” [There are actually more than you’d expect!!]
- Songs with titles starting with “No” (Perfect for karaoke and shiritori!)
- Songs with titles that start with “Sa”: a roundup you can use for shiritori or karaoke
- Recommended for teenage girls! Easy-to-sing karaoke songs
- Songs with titles that start with a number. Useful for karaoke or playlist selection.
- A compilation of Vocaloid songs with titles that start with “N”
- Songs with titles that start with “Su.” A collection of tracks useful for shiritori.
- A compilation of Vocaloid songs with titles starting with “No”
Songs with titles that start with “Na.” Hints for shiritori! (241–250)
Seven-colored soap bubbleLyrics and Music: Mimori Yusa
This is a popular song from NHK’s “Okaasan to Issho,” known for its gentle, dreamlike atmosphere.
Through the image of soap bubbles riding the wind and dancing in the sky, it sings of “adventure” and “the importance of dreaming.” With Mimori Yusa’s clear, transparent vocals and lyrics that nurture rich imagination, the piece was broadcast in April 2018 as the “Song of the Month.” As children enter preschool and face both excitement and anxiety about a new environment, singing it together offers comfort and naturally gives them the courage to look ahead.
It’s a heartwarming song that helps welcome the start of a new life with a bright, hopeful feeling.
Sake for a Tearful Send-offKohei Fukuda
Kohei Fukuda’s songs are all known for their formidable difficulty.
Among them, “Namida no Otachizake” is on the easier side within his enka repertoire and can be sung without issue by intermediate singers approaching the advanced level.
The song is relatively easy to sing because it has many rests and a slow tempo.
While the vocal range is quite wide and a folk-song (min’yō) section appears partway through—making it considerably more challenging than typical enka—those familiar with min’yō likely won’t find it especially difficult.
Consider adding it to your repertoire.
Tears are about to fall.[Alexandros]
![Tears are about to fall [Alexandros]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-JE55OiCe3Y/sddefault.jpg)
This is a poignant song by [Alexandros] that depicts the moment the protagonist—who had kept a distance from others and avoided crowds—falls into a fateful love.
So absorbed in the blissful time with a cherished person, they become oblivious to the eyes around them.
Even so, the pure resolve to go and meet “you” is deeply moving.
Included on the album “Me No Do Karate.” released in January 2013, it drew attention as the other A-side to the single “Starrrrrrr.” It’s a song that gently encourages those who, though bewildered by meeting their destined person, are trying to look ahead and keep moving forward.
Calm or stormKanta Ichijo
As the third installment in a series themed around the ocean, this work powerfully depicts fishermen who keep moving forward with unwavering resolve, whether the seas are calm or raging.
The lyrics by Takashi Banjo and the melody woven by Kenji Miyashita blend beautifully, while Kanta Ichijo’s clear, expansive vocals resonate deeply.
Brimming with speed and dynamism, this piece is sure to accompany those standing at a crossroads in life, offering courage to take a new step forward.
Night GlowThe very center of Tokyo
An electronic tune by Manaka Tokyo that delicately portrays the stillness of night and a longing for the untouchable.
Released in July 2024, with a music video unveiled in February 2025.
A wonderful track where Teto Kasane’s translucent vocals blend seamlessly with an urban sound.
The song layers the frustration of yearning for what can’t be reached and the desire to break free from the everyday onto nocturnal imagery.
A stylish number perfect for late-night drives or quiet time alone.
Songs with titles that start with “Na.” Hints for shiritori! (251–260)
The South... spring and summerIkuzo Yoshi
Ikuzo Yoshi is well known for songs that praise his hometown, and among them, the one I especially recommend for its ease of singing is “Nanbu.
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Spring and Summer.” Its lyrics overflow with scenes of home and a deep nostalgia for them, and the melody is crafted with a warm tone to match.
With a very relaxed tempo, it features no fast, intricate kobushi (ornamental turns) or kobushi that span more than three scale steps, so even those who feel uneasy about enka should be able to sing it without trouble.
calm (of the sea), lull; Nagi (a Japanese given name)Marcy
This is a heartwarming ballad by Marcy that gently embraces the loneliness after a breakup and the resolve to grow.
Vivid memories with a former lover—like the donuts eaten at a memorable station and a rainbow-colored umbrella—are painted in bright detail, while the quiet determination to face forward is expressed with striking subtlety.
Even amid complicated feelings toward an ex who has found new love, the song conveys the strength to become more mature oneself.
Included on the November 2023 album “Candle,” it was also featured as an insert song in ABEMA’s serial drama “High-Teen Diary.” A warm, encouraging tune that softly supports you as you try to move forward, even while carrying the pain of heartbreak.