Songs and famous songs with titles that start with “Ne”
We’re going to introduce songs whose titles start with “Ne.”
When you hear “songs that start with ‘Ne,’” how many come to mind?
Maybe your favorite artist has one that pops right up, maybe your go-to karaoke song starts with “Ne,” or maybe nothing comes to mind at all.
Take a moment to think, and then enjoy this article like checking your answers!
We’re covering a variety—old and new, band tracks and idol songs—so browse it like a karaoke list for “Ne,” have fun, and use it as a reference for anything you like!
Songs with titles starting with 'Ne' or 'Ne-' (Well-known songs, 1–10)
Never Grow UpNEW!CHANMINA
Female rapper Chanmina, who enjoys overwhelming support from women in their teens and twenties.
Released in 2019, this track gained popularity with its tropical house-inspired sound and downbeat, whisper-like vocals.
The song’s range is mid2A to hiD#, which is high but relatively narrow overall.
Since the key can be lowered sufficiently, it’s one of the more singable songs among Chanmina’s works.
Because of the nature of rap, there tend to be fewer breakpoints, so it’s recommended to adjust your vocal output to align with the sections where you can take proper breaths.
navel orangeNEW!Nogizaka46
It’s said to be a song released as a single in March 2025, with a double center featuring Kazu Inoue and Aruno Nakanishi.
The overall vocal range is A3–C#5, and since it’s mostly sung around E4, it’s a comfortable key for women.
Listening to the track, it isn’t the type where you belt; it’s sung in a calm, conversational tone.
Because the song flows smoothly, adding a bit of dynamic contrast can help give it definition.
In particular, it’s important to pay attention to the openings of melodic phrases and the accented parts.
Also, where the chorus shifts to head voice on the higher notes, aim for a light delivery and be careful not to add unnecessary tension.
If I became a catNEW!Machiko Yamauchi
Singer-songwriter Machiko Yamauchi, hailing from Shizuoka Prefecture, creates songs that blend nostalgia with modernity through her self-described “time capsule gacha-pop” sound.
Formerly active in the band “Shivaneko,” she was chosen as the opening act for Hamamatsu’s FUNDAY PARK FESTIVAL in 2022.
Launching her solo project in earnest in May 2024, she has been releasing a string of tracks that incorporate elements of city pop and kayōkyoku.
A craftsman-like artist, she founded her own production team, “Machiko Laboratory,” and handles everything from songwriting to artwork and video.
Highly recommended for those who want to enjoy a fusion of nostalgic sensibilities and new pop.
wishNEW!sumika
One of the double A-side single “Negai / Higher Ground,” released as the theme song for a bittersweet drama.
For TV Asahi’s Ossan’s Love -in the sky-, the lyrics were reportedly revised 117 times in step with the script, a story that speaks to the extraordinary passion behind its production.
Evoking a winter-set love triangle, the lyrical world is achingly poignant and resonates deeply.
Released in December 2019 and reaching No.
6 on the Oricon weekly chart, the song features lyrics by Kenta Kataoka and music by Junnosuke Kuroda.
Its structure—starting quietly and gradually opening up emotionally—is striking.
With its lyrical melody and heartrending words, it’s the perfect song for solitary contemplation on a winter night.
roost; nest (where birds sleep). Also used figuratively for a place to stay or sleep.NEW!Ryusuke Tani
Ryusuke Tani is an enka singer from Kure City, Hiroshima Prefecture.
He once chased a dream of becoming a professional baseball player and even made it to the final round of tryouts.
In 2018, he won the Best Vocal Performance Award at a song festival hosted by the Japan Singers Association, a testament to his proven talent.
Marking the 20th anniversary of his debut is this song.
It’s the third installment in a series produced by Ikuzo Yoshi, unfolding a worldview that portrays the life of a slightly mischievous man.
Tani’s straightforward, powerful vocals blend perfectly with the song’s rugged storytelling, truly moving the listener.
If you enjoy authentic, masculine enka, be sure to give it a listen.
Never EndHelloNewWorld
HelloNewWorld, based in Ube City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, is a three-piece rock band known for the captivating harmonies of its male-female twin vocals.
Centered on high-velocity guitar rock, they deliver an emotional sound that shakes the listener to the core.
Formed in 2016, they released their first EP with the current lineup, “Dear, Beloved Town,” in March 2020.
Selected for newcomer showcases at live houses, they are steadily making their mark on the scene as a band to watch.
Deeply devoted to their hometown and the live house culture, they place great importance on conveying the raw energy that can’t be captured by recordings alone.
tropical nightRIP SLYME
This is a RIP SLYME track that paints a passionate love story unfolding on a humid summer night.
Released in July 2007, it was featured in a Coca-Cola campaign commercial, and its catchy sound captured the hearts of many.
As the members themselves describe it as “ero-dasai” (sexy yet tacky in a cool way), the slightly grown-up vibe and playful word choices create a striking contrast.
With distinctive raps weaving over an addictive looped track, it’s a song that feels perfect for a summer night drive, no matter the era.