A roundup of songs that start with “So.” Perfect for word-chain games or picking karaoke tracks!
How many song titles that start with “so” can you think of?
When it comes to words that begin with “so,” there are plenty—like “sora” (sky), “sotsugyō” (graduation), “songu” (song), and “sonzai” (existence)—and many of these words also appear in song titles.
In this article, we’ll showcase a bunch of songs with titles that start with “so.”
We’ve picked well-known tracks across generations as well as recent buzzworthy songs.
Use this as a reference for song-title shiritori or choosing tracks for “shiritori karaoke.”
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Songs that start with “So” (Japanese syllable ‘so’): a roundup for shiritori or karaoke picks! (121–130)
I fell in love with Yuko like that.Masuiyama Daishiro
Taijiro Masuiyama is an enka singer with the unusual background of being a former professional sumo wrestler.
People have long said that sumo wrestlers have good voices, and he is a perfect example.
His voice is warm and gentle, yet possesses overwhelming richness.
The song he performs here, “Sonna Yūko ni Horemashita,” fully showcases the essential elements of enka while still being very easy to sing.
There are few kobushi (ornamental turns), and the ones that do appear are simple—just one or two turns—so it should be possible to aim for a high score.
Just a little longer until graduationGLAY
A graduation song that leaves a lasting impression.
Written and composed in 2002 by GLAY member TAKURO based on his own experiences, it delicately captures the emotions of students on the brink of graduation.
The lyrics—evoking borrowed dictionaries never returned and the hope of seeing friends again—convey a poignant blend of nostalgia and farewell.
The song was also included on the album “UNITY ROOTS & FAMILY, AWAY,” released in September of the same year, and has become a fan favorite.
It resonates especially strongly during graduation season, making it a must-listen for anyone closing the chapter on their memory-filled school days.
It's there.unwave
Unwave’s song, themed around the will to confront the reality before us, features a catchy vocal and melody that are sweet yet steely at the core.
Blended with a robust rock sound that transcends the typical confines of a girls’ unit, this track was written and composed by FRAM and released in December 2019 as the lead song from the album “Combination!”.
The energetic guitar solo and drumming lend the piece strong dynamism, drawing listeners in.
It emphasizes a readiness to face one’s shifting emotions amid changing daily life and surroundings, seeming to offer the strength to overcome inner conflict.
SomedayMotoharu Sano
Masaharu Sano’s classic, where the nostalgia of youth intersects with hope for the future, still carries a message that resonates today.
Its refreshing sound—infused with a Phil Spector-style Wall of Sound—and Sano’s distinctive, poetic lyrics are truly captivating.
Released in June 1981, the song was later included on the 1982 album “SOMEDAY,” and in 1989 it was featured in a JR Tokai commercial.
It’s a great choice to sing at reunions or family gatherings where you’ll see familiar faces.
It’s sure to be a song everyone can hum along to as they reminisce about the old days.
Songs that start with “So” (そ). Perfect for shiritori or picking karaoke tracks! (131–140)
A freckled girlTin Pan Alley
This work by Tin Pan Alley was included on the album Caramel Mama in November 1975.
It’s a masterpiece whose delicate lyrics and gentle melody seep into the heart.
Its bittersweet reflections on past love will strike a chord with listeners.
It expresses lingering feelings, regret, and nostalgia for a freckled girl, resonating deeply with anyone who hears it.
The duet vocals by Shigeru Suzuki and Yoshitaka Minami are also captivating.
It’s perfect for a relaxed listen while gazing out the window on a drive.
It might even spark a lively trip down memory lane.
GraduationSecret Piercing
Created by Secret Piasu, this work was released in February 2024.
It expresses the complex emotions that accompany life’s turning points, with lyric lines that feel as if they touch on truth and pierce the heart.
The dynamic, evolving sound approach and the powerful vocals of Kasane Teto SV—and their harmony—are also captivating.
It’s perfect not only for students about to graduate, but for anyone standing at a milestone in life.
Take your time and really listen.
GraduationMisato Watanabe
This is a classic song by Misato Watanabe that portrays graduation, a symbol of farewells and new beginnings.
Released in April 1991 and featured in a Meiji Life Insurance commercial, the track was created in collaboration with Tetsuya Komuro.
It delicately expresses the complex emotions that come with the milestone of graduation, singing of the sorrow of parting and the courage to take a new step forward.
It’s a song you’ll want to listen to with the arrival of spring, and it has long been cherished for the way it resonates with those facing graduation season or life’s turning points.