Songs that start with the letter “Shi.” Perfect for shiritori or karaoke!
Introducing songs whose titles start with “shi”! When you’re playing song-title shiritori or deciding to do karaoke using only songs that start with “shi,” it can be hard to think of examples on the spot, right? In those moments, please use the songs starting with “shi” introduced here as a reference.
There are many words that begin with “shi,” such as “shiro” (white), “shin” (new), “shōnen” (boy), “shōjo” (girl), and “Shinderera” (Cinderella).
Likewise, many song titles use these kinds of words, so let this article be your cue to explore lots of “shi”-starting songs!
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Songs whose titles start with “Shi.” Great for shiritori or karaoke! (71–80)
Shiro’s Drawing SongEri Kawai
Speaking of the Nohara family’s idol, it has to be their beloved dog, Shiro.
This song is a drawing tune packed with Shiro’s cuteness.
If you draw along with the lyrics—his fluffy body and crescent-moon eyes—you’ll complete Shiro’s adorable figure.
The vocalist is Eri Kawai.
With her classical background, her “healing voice,” as if pouring down from the heavens, gently envelops Shiro’s purity.
The track was included on the August 1993 album Crayon Shin-chan Music Collection and was also used as an insert song in the anime.
Listening to it during drawing time with your child might make the moment even more delightful.
boyGEISHA GIRLS
Composed by Ryuichi Sakamoto, this nostalgic number was released under the name GEISHA GIRLS.
Issued in May 1995 as their second single, the track also appears on the album “THE GEISHA GIRLS SHOW – Honō no Ossan Hour,” released the same day.
Over a soothing, wistful melody, the duo Downtown sing about summer memories from a boyhood that will never return.
The poignant worldview—enhanced by the contrast with their usual comedic image—deeply moves listeners.
It’s a perfect song for those sentimental moments when you want to reflect on days gone by.
sign; mark; symbol; omenMr.Children
This is a signature ballad by Mr.
Children, featuring an inspiring ensemble that unfolds from a quiet piano melody into grand strings.
Its universal lyrics can be heard as either a song of meeting or parting, gently accompanying each listener’s personal story.
Released in November 2006, it was used as the theme song for the drama “14-Year-Old Mother,” which became a social phenomenon.
Many were surely moved by its melody and Sakurai’s passionate vocals.
With total sales exceeding 740,000 copies, it’s truly a love song that symbolizes the 2000s, reminding us of the bonds we share with those we hold dear.
Momentary Summer Autumn Lanternmawari
As the summer heat eases and the breeze begins to carry a hint of autumn, do you ever feel a touch of loneliness at the passing of the seasons? This song gently accompanies those subtle shifts of the heart.
Created by Vocaloid producer Mawari and released in October 2024, it features a refreshing band sound that captures both the crispness of summer’s end and the bittersweet beginning of autumn.
The lyrics portray a protagonist who keeps unspoken feelings secret, yet still tries to step forward into a new season.
It’s the perfect listen for moments of quiet reflection at the turn of the seasons.
Adolescence (with an autumnal/reflective nuance)Hiromi Iwasaki
On an autumn evening, when you suddenly recall the past and feel a pang of longing… there’s a Showa-era ballad sung by Hiromi Iwasaki that gently accompanies that sentimental mood.
It portrays the tenderness for a youth that has slipped away and the loneliness of knowing you can’t go back, moving the hearts of its listeners.
There’s even a story that Iwasaki, who was only 18 at the time, was so overwhelmed by the lyrics during recording that she cried again and again—proof of the song’s deeply felt emotion.
Released in September 1977, it won the Vocal Performance Award at the 19th Japan Record Awards, making it one of the quintessential masterpieces of the Showa era.
It’s perfect for when you want to sing with a slightly mature air, or to deliver a gentle, reflective performance while thinking back on days gone by.
Why not add it to your autumn karaoke playlist?
Be happyMasatoshi Hamada
This is the second solo work by Masatoshi Hamada of Downtown, featuring a gently poignant melody that truly touches the heart.
It sings of a bittersweet yet profound kindness—wishing happiness for someone you’ve parted ways with.
Hamada’s slightly unpolished but warm vocals align with the protagonist’s earnest feelings, and before you know it, your chest tightens as you listen.
Released in June 1999 as part of a segment on the TV program “Let’s Become Popular!” it debuted impressively at No.
4 on the Oricon charts.
The track is also included on the concept album “Las Vegas: First-Class Trip.” It’s a heartwarming song perfect for those who cherish a love that has passed, or for quiet nights when you find yourself softly wishing for someone else’s happiness.
heartbeatMasaharu Fukuyama
A poignant yet warm ballad that captivatingly portrays the turmoil of an unexpected love.
The protagonist, who had decided never to fall in love, grapples with confusion and a loneliness hidden behind a brave front, all conveyed through Masaharu Fukuyama’s richly emotive vocals.
Included on his original album “AKIRA,” released in December 2020—his first in six years and eight months—the song was chosen as the theme for the drama “#Remolove: Normal Love Is for the Weak.” Its delicate melody reflects the nuances of the protagonist’s emotions, making it a deeply satisfying listen.
Try listening while thinking of someone special.