Songs with titles that start with “te.” Perfect for shiritori karaoke or song-title shiritori!
Can you think of any words that start with “te”? There are lots, whether in Japanese or English—like “tegami” (letter), “tentai” (celestial bodies), “teen,” and “take,” to name a few.
In this article, I’ll introduce a selection of songs that start with such words—tracks with titles beginning with “te.” Feel free to use this as a hint for karaoke shiritori where you connect the last character of a song title to the next, or for shiritori played with song titles only.
Since I’m assuming you might sing them at karaoke, I’ll mainly feature well-known J-pop this time.
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Songs with titles starting with “Te.” Perfect for Shiritori karaoke or song-title Shiritori! (111–120)
How to kill an angelNot red-haired
This work blends transience and beauty to create a dreamlike worldview.
Crafted by Akagami de wa nai, the track was released in January 2025.
The voices of KAFU and Zundamon evoke a profound sense of perversion.
Its musicality—shaped by spoken narration, vocal work, and an emotional soundscape—is the essence of Akagami de wa nai’s artistry.
When you want to reflect on life and love, let this song, which seeps into the heart, be your choice.
TEMARINinomae Ina’nis
This track captivates with its fantastical atmosphere and deep emotional expression.
Released in December 2024, it showcases VTuber Ninomae Ina’nis’s unique personality.
Her clear vocals leave a strong impression, and the sound arrangement—combining dramatic flair with delicate nuances—lingers in the ear.
The lyrics evoke a dark-fantasy world, and the result is a grand, oriental-tinged number.
Be sure to add it to your playlist.
Teenage BlueEVE
If you ever feel like looking back on the memories of your youth, please give this song a listen.
Released in October 2024, it’s a work by Eve and was selected as the ending theme for the TBS anime “Aono Hako” (Blue Box).
Eve’s gentle vocals beautifully express a sense of nostalgia for days gone by.
The fragility of adolescence that you can only feel now that you’ve grown, and the irreplaceable nature of everyday life, will truly resonate.
For those approaching graduation, this might be a song that hits as deeply as anything could.
I alone am honored above heaven and earth.Mina
You can really feel the love for the bass in this fast-paced piece.
It’s a track by bassist MINA, released as her debut single in 2024.
A rock tune with Chinese-inspired arrangements, it stands out for its whirlwind structure and relentless sense of speed from start to finish.
The lyrics teach the importance of believing in your own abilities, and listening to it really fires you up.
And that bassline—packed with everything MINA wants to express—completely overwhelms you.
Be sure to check out this top-tier playing that charges forward without limits!
10℃Sharou
This track weaves emotional elements into a calm atmosphere, featuring a melody that resonates deeply with listeners.
Released in February 2021, it received high acclaim both in Japan and abroad, reaching No.
1 on the iTunes Store Instrumental Top Songs chart in multiple countries and regions, including Japan, Hong Kong, and Singapore.
Inspired by the chilly air of a February morning, the piece exudes a chill vibe.
It’s perfect as background music for vlogs, enhancing the mood of your visuals with ease.
If you’re looking to create a serene, relaxed video, this track is an ideal choice—be sure to give it a try!
I touched an angel!After School Tea Time
It is a song that gently wraps the feelings of students at the milestone of graduation in warm, tender vocals.
While cherishing memories and friendship, it also sings of hope for the future.
Included on the album “Houkago Tea Time II,” the song was released in October 2010 and reached No.
1 on the Oricon chart.
It also achieved the remarkable feat of surpassing 100,000 copies in first-week sales—the first time ever for an album released under an anime character’s name.
It is a track that will resonate at graduations, farewell gatherings, and other moments when friends part ways and take a new step forward.
Letter ~Dear Fifteen-Year-Old Me~Angela Aki
A ballad known as one of Angela Aki’s signature works.
Its gentle arrangement centered on piano and Angela Aki’s tender yet powerful vocals leave a strong impression.
Released in September 2008 as her eighth single, the song was written as a commissioned piece for the NHK All-Japan School Music Competition.
The lyrics—framed as a letter from one’s 15-year-old self to their future self—carry a profoundly resonant message.
It’s a heartwarming number that gently encourages not only those wrestling with the unique worries and anxieties of adolescence, but anyone standing at a crossroads in life.