Songs with titles that start with “Sa”: a roundup you can use for shiritori or karaoke
What songs come to mind with titles that start with “Sa”? In this article, we’ll introduce songs whose titles begin with “Sa,” which are handy for games like song-title shiritori or karaoke with letter restrictions.
When you think of “sa,” many people picture sakura (cherry blossoms) that bloom beautifully in spring—and along with that, there are countless songs that have “sakura” in their titles.
Starting with the power word “sakura,” we’ve gathered a variety of songs whose titles begin with “sa.” Be sure to check them out and use them in different situations!
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Songs whose titles start with “Sa.” A roundup useful for shiritori and karaoke (151–160)
“Goodbye is an August lullaby.”Koji Yoshikawa
A song that vividly captures the end of a summer in the ’80s, where a sense of exhilaration and bittersweet emotion coexist.
It’s one of Koji Kikkawa’s early hit singles, released in June 1984, and is also known for peaking at No.
6 on the Oricon weekly chart.
The charm of this track lies, above all, in its soundscape that conjures up images of racing along a seaside road at summer’s end, paired with lyrics that tighten around the heart.
It portrays a protagonist on the verge of parting, putting on a brave face while still caring for the other person—stirring the listener’s emotions.
The use of synthesizers and an effect that mimics the sound of shattering glass is striking, bringing a fresh breeze to the music scene of the time.
Also featured on the album LA VIE EN ROSE, this gem is perfect for those who want to sink into reflection as summer fades or lose themselves in a poignant melody.
Summer DreamTVXQ (also known as Tohoshinki; literally “Rising Gods of the East”)
It’s an exhilarating dance number that conjures up Okinawa’s dazzling sunshine and blue sea.
Just listening to it makes your heart skip, and its catchy melody makes you want to sing along! This track is the main A-side song included on TVXQ’s single “SUMMER ~Summer Dream / Song for you / Love in the Ice~,” released in August 2007.
It was also used in a Baskin-Robbins commercial, so many of you may have heard it.
It’s the perfect song for summer drives and lively times with friends.
Summertime GhostWednesday Campanella
A beat-driven track intertwined with Shiha’s vocals unfolds into a highly addictive sound.
Released in April 2025, this song was written as the opening theme for the TV anime Kowloon Generic Romance, based on Jun Mayuzuki’s original work.
It wraps you in a slightly mysterious feeling, as if blending the sweltering heat of a midsummer night with a mirage that appears in a fleeting moment.
Items like iced coffee and electric fans that appear in the lyrics vividly color scenes of summer, leaving a nostalgic aftertaste.
It’s a song you’ll want to listen to on a summer night when you feel like getting a little lost in thought.
Summer Time MagicParade in the Rain
This track, with its shimmering synth tones that linger in your ears, was released in July 2019 by ame no parade, a band pursuing a genreless sound.
Vocalist Kohei Fukunaga said, “We were conscious of summer in everything—the music, the lyrics, and the visuals.” Co-created with Koichi Tsutaya, the song is a pop anthem that distills the exhilaration of summer.
Paired with a music video shot in Guam, it evokes both carefree moments and the bittersweet afterglow that follows.
It’s a perfect pick for a summer drive or a night when you want to sink into a slightly sentimental mood.
SUMMER BREEZEgo!go!vanillas
The track by go!go!vanillas that feels like opening the door to midsummer is a summer rock anthem that makes your heart dance just by listening.
While grounded in their signature rock ’n’ roll, the song features a refreshingly cool sound that delves further into elements of Western rock and folk, letting you catch an early taste of midsummer from the fresh-green season.
Released in May 2018 as one of the double A-side single “SUMMER BREEZE / Stand by Me,” it was also selected as the opening theme for Nippon TV’s “Buzz Rhythm 02” that same month.
The release was widely embraced by listeners, peaking at No.
20 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
Open the windows and feel the breeze as you drive along the coast, or play it in the car on your way to a lively barbecue with friends—either way, it will help you create the best summer memories.
Summer MadnessSandaime J Soul Brothers from EXILE TRIBE
It’s a song that perfectly suits the sun, as if announcing the arrival of summer.
The EDM sound crafted by world-renowned DJ Afrojack delivers an exhilarating rush that makes your body move the moment you hear it.
STY’s catchy, lyrical melody seems to sing of summer’s sense of freedom and the thrill in your chest—before you know it, you’ll be humming along.
Released in July 2015 as the 18th single, it was also featured in ANA’s “2015 Summer Tabiwari” commercial.
Included on the acclaimed album THE JSB LEGACY, it became a hit, selling 195,000 copies in its first week on the Oricon Weekly Chart.
Put it on when you want to get the crowd going at karaoke or as the perfect BGM for a summer drive!
Songs whose titles start with “Sa.” A roundup you can use for shiritori and karaoke (161–170)
Daylight saving timeGeorge Gershwin
How about a soothing lullaby that’s perfect for a languid summer afternoon? It’s a piece from George Gershwin’s opera Porgy and Bess, first introduced to the world in 1935.
This work blends the free-spirited feel of jazz with the beauty of classical music, gently embracing the listener’s heart.
Though the melody is simple, you can sense deep emotions drifting beneath the surface.
The lyrics portray a mother’s love as she soothes her child and a quiet hope for the future, imbued with the spiritual worldview of African Americans.
It’s also known for its effective use in the 1959 film adaptation of Porgy and Bess.
Tenderly accompanying hearts weary from the heat and offering a peaceful moment, this piece is recommended for anyone who wants to relax and savor music at an unhurried pace.