Songs with titles starting with 'O' [Great for karaoke and shiritori!]
Songs with titles starting with “O” often feature unique names—like those using characters meaning “dance” or “gold,” as well as Osaka-themed songs.
They also tend to be great for getting everyone fired up when singing! I can’t think of many off the top of my head, so I want to look some up.
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This is a list that might come in handy at such times: songs with titles that start with “O.” Use it when you’re wondering, “What songs start with ‘O’?” and also as a prompt for shiritori or when choosing tracks at karaoke.
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Songs with Titles Starting with “O” [Great for Karaoke & Shiritori!] (431–440)
Operation EgoThe cause lies with me.
This song explores the theme of alien domination over Earth and the human ego resisting it.
Released in December 2024 by Genin wa Jibun ni Aru (Cause Is Within Me), it’s the first track Vocaloid producer Satsuki has ever provided to an artist.
Characterized by a blazing BPM of 200 and ultra-fast vocal lines, it rides a hardcore sound to sing of breaking free from rigid mindsets and self-imposed rules.
It’s sure to be a track that gives a push to anyone who wants to reclaim their true self.
Checkmate!Konomi Mori
A classic enka song themed around the world of shogi has been born.
This piece, the final work of composer Shosuke Ichikawa, is a powerful composition that conveys the tension and competitive spirit inherent in shogi.
Released in September 2019, it reached a peak position of No.
34 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and remained on the charts for 18 weeks.
The lyrics embody the attitude and passion for pursuing shogi, as well as a sense of courtesy and gratitude, making it a rousing anthem that resonates not only with shogi fans but with anyone taking on the challenges of life.
Experience the compelling appeal of a new kind of enka woven from Konami Mori’s powerful vocals and the unique theme of shogi.
Cheer song, yoisho!Miyuki Nagai
Characterized by its bright and lively tone, this song is beloved as an anthem that energizes its listeners.
The lyrics portray a determination to face everyday struggles and hardships, brimming with a message that delivers courage and hope.
Released by Miyuki Nagai in September 1994, it was also included in the album “Miyuki Nagai Complete Hit Collection ’95,” released in November of the same year.
With its light, uplifting melody and lyrics woven with love for nature and one’s hometown, it stands out as a track that radiates especially positive energy within Nagai’s body of work.
When you find yourself at a crossroads in life, or when you experience doubt or setbacks, why not listen to this song for a boost? It will surely give you the courage to face forward and take on new challenges again.
My turn will surely come.Masumi Yonekura
It’s precisely when you feel lost in life that you need an anthem that resonates with your heart.
Masumi Yonekura’s song is a powerful piece that stirs those very feelings.
Its lyrics, portraying a man’s grit and dreams, carry a universal message that anyone can relate to.
Released in 1983, it became a major hit six years later in 1989, achieving the remarkable feat of selling 300,000 copies.
This work offers the courage to face hardship and hope for the future.
It is a song that supports the heart—one we especially recommend to those who keep believing in their dreams and to anyone standing at a crossroads in life.
Otonoke – OtonokeCreepy Nuts
A track that signals a new frontier for Creepy Nuts.
Released in 2024 as the opening theme for the TV anime Dandadan, it captivates with a unique worldview that fuses the occult and music.
R-Shitei, a standout in Japan’s rap battle scene, delivers masterful flows that blend seamlessly with DJ Matsunaga’s delicate production.
The lyrics, depicting how music enchants people like a supernatural presence dwelling in the heart, stir the listener’s emotions.
An impactful number that presents a new form of hip-hop.
Only for youAnisphia Wynn Palettia (CV: Sayaka Senbongi), Euphyllia Magenta (CV: Manaka Iwami)
The ending theme of the TV anime “The Magical Revolution of the Reincarnated Princess and the Genius Young Lady” is a truly stirring and wonderful duet song.
The story of the bond woven by the voices of Ayaka Senbongi and Manaka Iwami, who play the characters, conveys their strong connection just by listening.
Released in February 2023, this track is overflowing with charm that firmly captures the hearts of anime fans and won’t let go.
It’s perfect not only for those who want to immerse themselves more deeply in the anime’s world, but also for times when you want to feel the bond with someone important to you.
With a catchy melody and lyrics that resonate in the heart—just the kind of combination that makes you want to sing it at karaoke—it’s sure to soothe your soul as well.
Songs with Titles Starting with “O” [Great for Karaoke & Shiritori!] (441–450)
Beach of MemoriesThe Wild Ones
A refreshing portrayal of bittersweet summer love, this Group Sounds classic by The Wild Ones became a major hit upon its release in November 1966, selling over one million copies.
Its lyrics look back on memories by the shore, and the distinctive tone of the 12-string guitar leaves a lasting impression.
The song was also used as the theme for a film of the same name in 2007, and it continues to be loved across generations.
Sing it at karaoke, and it’s sure to bring back everyone’s youthful memories.
Raise your voices together, and you’ll surely create wonderful new ones.