Songs with titles starting with “To.” A selection from popular tracks across generations!
When it comes to songs that start with “To,” what songs come to mind for you?
There are plenty of classic tracks titled “Tokyo,” and you can probably think of many song titles that begin with words like “Time” (Toki) or “Friend” (Tomo) as well.
In this article, we’ll introduce lots of songs that start with “To.”
Use this as a handy guide not only for song-title shiritori, but also when you’re stuck choosing songs for karaoke shiritori, where you link the last letter of each song title to the next.
All right, let’s dive in!
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- Songs with titles that start with “wo.” Useful as hints for karaoke and shiritori!
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- Summary of Vocaloid songs with titles starting with 'Ta'
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Songs with titles starting with “To.” Introducing picks from popular hits across generations! (161–170)
The Girl Who Leapt Through TimeTomoyo Harada
Tomoyo Harada, who has also been highly active as an actress, has done wonderful work as an artist and has produced numerous classic songs.
Among her tracks, the one I especially recommend is The Girl Who Leapt Through Time.
With lyrics and composition by Yumi Matsutoya, it features a gentle melody and vocal line throughout.
The vocal range is relatively narrow, so even those who struggle with high notes should be able to sing it comfortably by adjusting the key.
Friends' SongZUKA-RADERU
Zutto Mayonaka de Ii no ni.
? No, the band Zukkadareru—highly regarded among hardcore Japanese rock enthusiasts.
Rather than chasing sales with trend-driven tracks, they stick to the music they truly want to make, which has earned them enduring popularity among rock fans.
Among their songs, one that’s especially celebrated as a masterpiece is Tomodachi no Uta (A Friend’s Song).
While the piece is captivating for its emotionally rich vocals, the surprising thing is that the vocal line itself has a narrow range and rarely jumps abruptly in pitch.
It also works perfectly well with a bold, forceful singing style that’s the complete opposite of delicacy, so consider adding it to your repertoire.
Songs with titles starting with “To.” Introducing popular tracks across generations! (171–180)
Far, far awayNoriyuki Makihara
This is a masterpiece by Noriyuki Makihara that deeply stirs memories and nostalgia from one’s school days.
It’s a carefully crafted number that depicts striving in a new place while quietly holding thoughts of one’s hometown and friends in one’s heart.
Featured on the album “Kimi wa Boku no Takaramono,” the song returned to the spotlight in 2006 as the theme for an NTT East Japan commercial.
It also aired during the reunion special of the TV program “Marumaru Chibi Maruko-chan” in July 2007, drawing attention.
It’s a warm ballad that offers comfort not only to those living away from home, but also to anyone embarking on a new journey in the spring.
A Song for a FriendSonar Pocket
This pop tune by Sonar Pocket vividly sings about memories from a youth spent with cherished friends.
Nostalgic scenes from student life are depicted with rich emotion, and the unshakable bond with friends who have gone their separate ways is strikingly portrayed.
Released in February 2009, the song is also included on the album “Sonapokeism ①: The Shape of Happiness,” and is often performed at graduation ceremonies and farewell parties.
It’s a heartwarming piece meant to be listened to while thinking of friends who now live far away.
escapadeimase
In recent Japanese pop music, there’s been an increase in songs that use a lot of falsetto.
Since falsetto isn’t an easy technique, such songs generally aren’t ideal for aiming for high scores.
But Escape is different.
Renowned as one of imase’s masterpieces, this track has falsetto parts that are independent from the other sections, allowing you to attempt falsetto once your voice is properly prepared.
It’s also very slow in tempo, so as long as you can track the falsetto pitch, it’s possible to aim for a high score.
Flying to IstanbulMayoyo Shōno
This is a classic song that portrays the fragility of love, woven from an urbane melody rich with exotic flair and a polished vocal performance.
While symbolically expressing a brief encounter and parting, its exotic atmosphere resonates deeply.
It artfully depicts the feelings of a heartbroken woman through the motif of a journey to a foreign land, with Kyōhei Tsutsumi’s composition and Tetsuya Chiaki’s lyrics in superb harmony.
Released in April 1978 as Mayoyo Shōno’s fifth single, it won the Nakayama Shimpei Award at the 20th Japan Record Awards and also secured a spot in that year’s 29th NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
This piece is recommended for those who wish to face the end of love with hope, and for those who cherish the feelings they keep close to their heart.
Tot MusicaAdo
Ado’s masterpiece “Tot Musica.” This work is crafted as a hard rock track with elements reminiscent of gothic rock and gothic metal, and it makes extensive use of full-fledged shouts in the chorus.
As was the case with early Ado herself, forced shouting can sound contrived.
Therefore, to perform this song well, you need to master shouts that arise naturally as an extension of a powerful voice, like Ado’s current style.
If you can produce natural shouts, definitely give it a try.