[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.
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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!
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LOVE FLIESL’Arc〜en〜Ciel
Released in October 1999, this song became beloved as the theme for the drama “Bluebird Syndrome.” It’s a grunge number marked by warped, striking guitars that capture the bittersweetness Ken said he felt during a large-scale outdoor tour.
In the lyrical world woven by Hyde, it portrays a heart swaying between dreams and reality, and the exhilaration of the moment when love spreads its wings and takes flight.
It’s a track you’ll want to hear against a grand backdrop, one that can also be interpreted as singing about the merging consciousness of fans and artist.
rasenJanne Da Arc
This song, based on a novel written by yasu himself, carries a grand, concept-driven vision expressed through music.
The lyrics are compelling, directly posing a universal, philosophical question: What is the purpose of life? The sound unfolds dramatically, like climbing a spiral staircase, and the world crafted by yasu’s richly expressive vocals is truly breathtaking.
The track is included on the acclaimed album “ANOTHER STORY,” released in February 2003, which reached No.
4 on the Oricon weekly chart.
It may be a moving work that’s perfect for moments when you want to reflect deeply on the meaning of life.
I can’t do it.WONDERFUL★OPPORTUNITY！
This is a song by Wonderful★Opportunity! that captures the true feelings of working people: shouting “I can’t take this anymore!” at daily frustrations and stress, yet ultimately facing forward.
Released in July 2023, it’s included on the compilation album WANOPO! VOL.
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With its energetic band sound and comical back-and-forth, listeners have shared relatable reactions like “Just listening gives me energy.” If you perform the duet with tight, well-timed exchanges, you’re sure to get the audience involved and fired up.
Team up with coworkers or friends and laugh off your everyday frustrations together!
LOVE 2000hitomi
Hitomi’s signature song “LOVE 2000.” Back then, many female singer-songwriters had an Avex-style, Italo-disco vibe, but Hitomi gained popularity with a somewhat louder, rock-tinged sound.
I imagine many women in their 30s admired her rocky vocals.
While this song’s range—mid1F to hiD—is fairly standard, it’s exceptionally easy to sing because it frequently stays around mid2F#, a very comfortable pitch for many women.
Another plus is that you can make it easier to sing simply by adjusting the key to match the hiD sections.
Definitely consider adding it to your repertoire.
Latricebouncing fish
Please give this fantastical Vocaloid track—infused with elements of math rock—a listen.
Crafted by Haneru Sakana, it was released in April 2025.
Its intricate melodic lines and Hatsune Miku’s wistful, resonant voice sink deep into the heart.
You’ll also find yourself drawn in by the delicate guitar work.
The lyrics evoke profound introspection and a sense of melancholy, letting the emotions slowly seep into your chest.
It’s a song that gently stays by your side when you want to face feelings that are hard to put into words.
Across the lineTHE BLUE HEARTS
This is a work where the lyricism that tightens your chest shines through the surge of punk rock woven by guitarist Masatoshi Mashima.
With his distinctive, raspy voice, he lays bare the suffocating routine of being jostled on packed commuter trains and the pain of hiding your true self.
Released in November 1987, the song appeared both on the classic album YOUNG & PRETTY and as a single.
Its portrayal of struggling between innocent childhood memories and the contradictions of real life feels as if it speaks the very cry in the listener’s heart.
When you feel bound by society’s rules and on the verge of losing yourself, this is a song that quietly gives you the courage to cross the borders of your heart.
Vengeance of TearfallFirst Snow on Autumn Leaves
A dramatic rock tune that sings of the resolve to protect what’s precious.
Released by Koyou Hatsuyuki in January 2021, this track paints a grand worldview with an emotional piano and strings layered over a band sound.
The duet woven by Kagamine Rin and Len perfectly matches the song’s narrative quality.
You can feel the determination and love, and it’s heart-wrenching.
Be sure to sing it with passion.