Introducing popular J-pop songs that start with “Ta”!
Have you heard of shiritori karaoke, where you connect songs by using the last letter of the previous song’s title? Surprisingly, it can get pretty exciting—sometimes you can’t think of any songs, or there aren’t as many singable ones as you expect.
So this time, I’ll introduce a bunch of Japanese songs that start with “ta.” I’ve picked popular J-POP tracks so you can use them both for karaoke and for playing shiritori using only song titles.
Please use this as a reference, and if there’s a song you’d like to try singing, go for it!
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Introducing songs that start with “Ta” from popular J-POP! (161–170)
tobacco / cigarette(s)Koresawa
Koresawa’s song, which delicately captures the ache of heartbreak, is one that many women in their twenties can easily relate to.
Using cigarettes as a key motif in the story, it voices lingering feelings and regret for a past lover.
Released as a digital single in March 2017 during her indie period, the track was praised as a work that strongly showcases her musical identity.
It’s perfect for times when you want to soothe the pain of love or open up to friends about what’s in your heart.
It’s also easy to sing at karaoke, and it’s recommended to perform it with plenty of emotion.
TattooSHIROSE ft.WHITE JAM
This song expresses the depth of sensual love.
It symbolically portrays the secret bond between lovers through the distinctive motif of a tattoo.
The lyrics capture their special relationship and candid emotions, resonating with listeners.
It enjoys strong popularity among fans as one of SHIROSE’s signature works in his solo career.
Highly recommended for those who want to feel the subtleties and complexities of romance—it’s like stepping into a world made just for two.
Introducing popular J-POP songs that start with “Ta”! (171–180)
Like swaying gentlyYoko Miyatake
Yoko Miyatake is a singer-songwriter from Okayama.
Her music—catchy yet imbued with a distinctive, dreamlike quality that evokes Hitoto Yo—is winning attention among hardcore J-POP aficionados.
Among her songs, the one I particularly recommend is Yudorou You ni (“As If Adrift”).
This track features a melody with a slightly R&B-tinged feel and maintains an overall ennui-laden mood.
There are some high parts that may seem challenging, but the overall vocal range is narrow, so it shouldn’t be a problem as long as you set the key to suit your voice.
Rondo of the Sun and Moonpolypho
This song portrays a mature romance where profound sorrow and fierce love intersect.
Created by Porifo, it quickly became a hot topic after being posted on a video-sharing site in February 2010.
It’s a duet by Hatsune Miku and Megurine Luka, whose voices beautifully bring out the heartrending story.
The sentimental lyrics in the chorus really pierce the heart.
Recommended for those troubled by love or anyone who wants to immerse themselves in a dramatic world.
ToughSaucy Dog
A medium-tempo rock ballad that rides on a relaxed melody, portraying the anxieties and inner conflicts of everyday life.
Included in Saucy Dog’s mini-album “Blue Period,” released in October 2019, this song conveys the struggles of pursuing dreams during the year-end season and a strong will toward personal growth.
Its lyrics delicately capture emotions from dusk into night, paired with emotive vocals that truly stand out.
If you sing it at a New Year’s karaoke gathering, why not do so with a resolve to look back on the past year and set new goals? It’s sure to resonate with friends who share the same feelings.
I just feel like crying.Miho Nakayama
A ballad deeply etched in the memories of those who spent their youth during the 1990s CD boom.
This beloved classic is known as one of Miho Nakayama’s signature songs.
Chosen as the theme for a TBS drama and cherished as a wedding staple, the piece features lyrics that delicately portray the complex emotions of a single woman, beautifully matched by Nakayama’s clear, translucent vocals.
Released in February 1994, the single reached No.
1 on the Oricon charts, selling a total of 1.
048 million copies and earning the title of a million seller.
It was also performed at that year’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen, resonating with many listeners.
When singing it at karaoke, try emulating Nakayama’s gentle delivery.
Fight! SalarymanKetsumeishi
This is a powerful song that cheers on the daily struggles of office workers.
Released by Ketsumeishi in November 2010, it was used as a commercial song for Gurunavi.
While vividly portraying the realities salarymen face—salaries, allowances, and harsh working conditions—it carries a message that encourages them to keep fighting with a positive attitude.
Its memorable phrases strikingly express both the pride and hardships of those who support society.
When you’re exhausted from work or want to do your best for your family, why not listen to this song and recharge?