How many songs that start with “Re” can you think of?
It’s surprisingly hard to recall them on the spot, isn’t it?
In this article, we’ve put together song titles that start with “Re,” focusing mainly on J-POP.
There’s even a karaoke shiritori game, so some of you may want to know songs evenly across all kana or add to your repertoire.
Feel free to use this as a reference.
You might even find yourself thinking, “Oh right, there was that song too,” and feel a touch of nostalgia.
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A roundup of songs with titles that start with “Re.” Great for karaoke shiritori too! (1–10)
love brainNEW!Nanawo Akari
Nanawo Akari, whose addictive vocals are her charm, shines in her collaborations with Vocaloid producer NayutalieN, where talk-like lyrics blend with future bass-style beats to create a uniquely immersive world.
The lyrics delicately portray feelings that are both frustrating and cute, conveying a strength that keeps you facing forward even while being tossed around.
Released in July 2022, the song was used as the ending theme for the anime Engage Kiss.
It’s a pop tune that stands by anyone struggling with love.
Be sure to give it a listen.
red strandNEW!Cö shu Nie
An emotionally charged rock number where stillness and motion whirl in rapid succession.
Crafted by Cö shu Nie, known for their experimental sound, the track was chosen as the ending theme for the anime film PSYCHO-PASS 3 FIRST INSPECTOR.
Its thrilling performance, driven by irregular time signatures, and its unpredictable song structure seem to distill the story’s tension directly into sound.
The lyrics’ worldview—overcoming loss and protecting what matters most with a “crimson bond” held close—feels deeply connected to the characters’ inner struggles.
It’s the perfect song for lingering in the story’s profound afterglow while staying close to the characters’ emotions.
Let it beatNEW!BIGMAMA
This work, which carries words that shine a light of hope over an open, expansive sound, is a single released in March 2022.
The song was created as the theme for Kansai TV’s horse racing program “Keiba BEAT.” It’s infused with a powerful message that pushes forward those who are chasing their dreams.
Kanai’s vocals, resonating within the dramatic soundscape, are truly wonderful.
When you’re about to take a new step, this song will lend you strength.
Rain ForeverNEW!Hi-STANDARD
This track, included on Hi-STANDARD’s single “ANOTHER STARTING LINE,” which was released without prior notice in October 2016, features lyrics that liken a stagnant period in life to rain, leaving a deep emotional impact.
It conveys a message that will resonate with many: even though we get discouraged by repeated failures, there are things we gain precisely because there are things we lose.
Hi-STANDARD’s characteristically high-velocity sound rings out as if to sweep away that inner turmoil.
It’s a song with the power to push you forward when you’re feeling down and helpless, or when you’re hoping to take a step toward tomorrow.
Left to SurviveLexulty
Based in Fukushima Prefecture, Lexulty is a band that champions instrumental metalcore.
Originally a solo project by Kanryo, they began performing as a three-piece in April 2025.
The following May, they released the EP “Machine” and successfully hosted a self-produced live show in their hometown of Fukushima.
Their sound fuses the weight of metalcore with technical guitar phrases and electronic elements, a world you can experience in tracks like “Gyokuto” and “Mechanism.” Despite having no vocalist, their intense stage presence draws the audience in—likely overturning the static image some may have of instrumental bands.
Recommended for those who love heavy sounds and meticulous performances, and who want to move their bodies to the fullest at live shows.
Ready to RockBAND-MAID
In sharp contrast to their cute maid outfits, BAND-MAID unleashes a heavyweight rock sound on the world stage.
Released in April 2025, this track is a powerful anthem that explodes with pent-up impulses and urges you to be yourself.
Its fierce determination to push forward honestly, even under oppression, comes through directly on a rush of driving guitar riffs and technical drum beats.
The song serves as the opening theme for the TV anime “Rock Is a Lady’s Modesty,” and the story that the members themselves handled motion capture for the performance scenes speaks volumes about the sound’s raw, real intensity.
It’s a rock number guaranteed to flood you with limitless energy when you want to get hyped to the max or need the courage to face hardship.
Let yourself go，Let myself goDragon Ash
This is a landmark single released in March 1999 that became the turning point in establishing Dragon Ash’s signature style.
With DJ BOTS officially joining, the arrangement—fusing a heavy band sound with razor-sharp scratching—was truly revolutionary.
The lyrics carry a powerful message: shake off the stagnation and fear of the present, unleash yourself, and step boldly into the future.
It was even used as an insert song in a 2022 drama.
A track that continues to push listeners forward across generations.