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[Karaoke] A roundup of popular Japanese songs that start with the letter “Ra”
Is everyone having fun at karaoke?
Whether you’re going wild with friends or practicing seriously on your own, there are lots of ways to enjoy it.
That said, choosing songs can be a recurring dilemma at karaoke.
You might find time slipping away while you’re thinking, “What should I sing next.
.
.
?”
So in this article, we’ve put together a list of popular Japanese songs whose titles start with the syllable “ra” (ら)!
We’ve picked a wide range—from timeless classics to recent hits.
Use this as one way to find your next song to sing!
[Karaoke] Compilation of Popular Japanese Songs Starting with “Ra” (1–10)
Final scene.NEW!eill
This song sets the wavering emotions of a woman still carrying the afterglow of heartbreak to a supple R&B groove.
Released in October 2025, it was chosen as the theme song for the dating reality show Love Transit Season 3.
This marks the third consecutive season that eill has provided the show’s theme.
Her signature vocals—combining crystalline clarity with sultry richness—imbue the bittersweet mood with a hint of allure.
Sing it at karaoke, and even as you look back on a past romance, your poised presence will shine through, surely drawing in the hearts of the men listening.
It’s a perfect pick for a night when you want to close the distance in a gently intimate atmosphere.
Lush LifeNEW!Chara
Released in September 2025, this track was born from a cross-generational collaboration: co-lyrics with her son, HIMI, and co-production with electronic music artist Seiho.
The lyrics delicately portray deep feelings for someone and the pain and anxiety those feelings can bring—resonating with each listener’s own experiences of love.
Sing it at karaoke, and a natural aura of mature allure and wistful longing will seep through, sure to make the man beside you skip a beat.
lilacNEW!Mrs. GREEN APPLE
A popular song by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE that captures the bittersweetness and brilliance of youth over catchy guitar rock.
Released in April 2024, it was selected as the opening theme for the anime Oblivion Battery.
This work marked the band’s first anime tie-in in about five years, and it became their fastest track to surpass 100 million total streams.
It also won the Grand Prize at the 66th Japan Record Awards—an unprecedented achievement as the first back-to-back win by a band.
The lyrics carefully portray the fleeting passage of days and the emotions swaying between anxiety and hope, conveying the importance of loving yourself, including your past pains.
Its sprightly rhythm and powerful melody make it perfect for party scenes.
It’s easy for people of all generations to hum along to, and it’s a song that brightens the atmosphere and lifts the mood.
Love Navi RouteNEW!Teruto-kun
This is Teruto-kun’s first solo original song, created to commemorate surpassing 1 million YouTube subscribers in November 2024.
The creative team behind the insert song “POP IN 2” from the anime Oshi no Ko took part, delivering a synth-driven pop track with a lively beat that stands out.
The lyrics use driving and travel as motifs to depict the journey shared by the streamer and listeners.
Built for call-and-response, it’s packed with chants and crowd calls throughout.
Released as a digital single in February 2025, it’s also available on JOYSOUND as karaoke with official artist footage.
With its bright, high-energy sound and plenty of chances for everyone to shout along, it’s perfect for parties and event performances—highly recommended if you want to get the whole venue pumped up.
Love Dramatic feat. Rikka IharaNEW!Masayuki Suzuki
Released in February 2019 as their 39th single, it was used as the opening theme for the TV anime Kaguya-sama: Love Is War.
Yoshiki Mizuno of Ikimonogakari wrote and composed the song, with actress Rikka Ihara participating as a guest vocalist.
The lyrics thrillingly depict the push-and-pull of romance, perfectly matched by an arrangement that incorporates elements of jazz and soul.
It’s brimming with a mature yet fresh appeal.
A highly recommended number for wedding entertainment.
LAVALAVANEW!Number_i
Included on the deluxe edition of Number_i’s second album, “No.
II,” this track is a driving song that fuses an up-tempo beat—like speeding down the highway—with a sweet, romantic melody.
While subtly weaving in the suffocating aspects of urban life and the anonymity of the online world, it portrays a down-to-earth love where the time spent with the person by your side is the one thing that feels genuinely warm.
The sound balances both a sense of speed and a chill mood—quintessentially Number_i.
It’s the perfect song for a winter night drive date.
RIDENEW!ONE N’ ONLY
It’s a dance number that lets you feel a refreshing, happy vibe—like going on a drive with friends, swept by a tropical breeze.
Tropical sounds and reggaeton rhythms intertwine comfortably, resulting in a catchy track that makes your body move before you know it.
The lyrics sprinkle in English and Spanish, carrying a positive message that crosses borders and brings everyone together.
It’s filled with the glow of time spent with someone special and the uplifting energy of enjoying the moment.
Included on ONE N’ ONLY’s major-label debut album “AMAZONIA,” set for release in November 2025, this track is perfect for summer drives and parties with friends.