A classic song with a title that starts with “Ru”
Have you ever played shiritori using song titles?
Surprisingly, you can’t recall song names as easily as you’d think, and it gets pretty heated.
One of the trickiest letters in that game—easily among the top contenders—is “ru.”
There just aren’t many songs that come to mind starting with “ru,” right?
But if you look, you’ll find there are plenty of hidden gems that do start with “ru”!
From titles using colors and gemstones to words like rookie and loop, we found lots of songs.
By all means, enjoy the quirky yet wonderful world of songs starting with the notoriously tricky “ru.”
- Vocaloid songs that start with 'Ru'
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- [Standard] Vocaloid masterpieces, recommended popular songs, god-tier tracks
- A roundup of songs that start with “U.” Perfect for shiritori or picking tracks at karaoke!
- A roundup of songs with titles starting with “Re.” Great for karaoke shiritori too!
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- Songs with titles that start with “te.” Perfect for shiritori karaoke or song-title shiritori!
Masterpieces with Titles Starting with “Ru” (111–120)
LOOK AT MENiziU

This work, which refreshingly portrays the feelings of a summer romance, reveals a new side of NiziU.
Chosen as a TV drama’s theme song, it’s a meaningful track with striking lyrics that explore the essence of love.
Included on the album “COCONUT,” it was released in July 2023.
The song conveys an attitude that values emotional connection over material things and emphasizes the importance of sincerely looking at one another.
Its easy-to-sing melody makes it perfect for fun times with friends or relaxing on your own.
It’s a recommended song for those troubled by love or hoping to deepen their bond with someone special.
Look UpNulbarich

A city pop scene that sparked a revival boom around 2017.
This is a track by Nulbarich, one of the bands that helped lead the movement.
It was included on their 2019 mini-album “2ND GALAXY.” The song gained attention after being featured in a TV commercial for the watchmaker Citizen.
Its sweet, gentle vocals and sound arrangement evoke a neon-lit urban night.
The lyrics carry a message of moving forward with a positive outlook, so it might give you a boost when you’re feeling down.
loose-leaf paperP.I.MONSTER

The straightforward, innocent lyrics really grab me.
P.
I.
MONSTER is a rock band formed in 1996.
The vocalist, Takao Hasegawa, is from Tottori Prefecture.
Hasegawa’s warm, powerful voice delivers the feelings embedded in the lyrics straight to listeners’ hearts.
Although P.
I.
MONSTER disbanded in 2005 to much regret, they reunited in 2013 in response to passionate fan support.
My recommended track is “Loose Leaf.”
On Lucian HillRED WARRIORS

The legendary band RED WARRIORS led by Diamond Yukai.
They were really cool back then, and they’re still cool even now! Their biggest hit, “On Russian Hill,” remains a beloved number to this day, even being covered live by GLAY.
RunawayRF

RF is a band formed by guitarist and arranger Masanori Narukawa, who has handled recordings, live support, and production for numerous musicians; bassist Naoki Itaya, who has participated in many artists’ works; drummer Kaoru Suzuki, who has performed professionally at clubs in Tokyo since his teens; and Farah, a former buyer at a record shop in Shibuya who produces the band.
Runaway, included on the album Feel, is a sharp, high-energy track that really gets the crowd going.
Luka Luka★Night FeverSAM

It’s an exciting track that evokes EDM and club music.
In the music video, Megurine Luka is dancing para para, so let’s all learn the choreography and try dancing while singing.
RunawaySHINee

It’s a song included on an album released in South Korea in 2013.
When this song plays at concerts in Korea, it signals the start of the show: the audience begins turning on their light sticks, the atmosphere builds, and a sing-along starts.
It’s upbeat and begins with lyrics about “setting off,” which makes it exciting.





