A roundup of songs that start with “U.” Perfect for shiritori or picking tracks at karaoke!
When you’re playing word-chain games using J-POP song titles, or doing “shiritori karaoke” where the next song is chosen by the last letter of the previous one, some of you might search for something like “songs that start with XX,” right?
So in this article, we’ll introduce a whole bunch of songs that start with “u.”
There are lots of words that begin with “u” that are commonly used in song titles—like umi (sea), wedding, uso (lie), and utsukushii (beautiful).
We’ve picked out a wide range of songs across different eras and by artists of all genders, so use this as a reference for choosing your next track!
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A roundup of songs that start with “U.” Great for shiritori or picking karaoke tracks! (121–130)
Witch doctorTakeshi Inomata & His Friends
Centered around drummer Takeshi Inomata, who played a vital role in Japan’s jazz scene, “Takeshi Inomata & His Friends” features top Japanese jazz musicians.
Their sophisticated arrangements and outstanding performance skills have earned high praise for their innovative musicality.
Released in the mid-1970s, Get Happy is an ambitious work that weaves elements of bebop and hard bop around Inomata’s dynamic drumming.
From standards to Inomata’s own originals, the album shines with a wide expressive range—from delicate brushwork to powerful stick playing.
Boasting high-quality sound enabled by the latest recording technology of its time and infused with a passion to bring Japanese jazz to the world, this is a recording I wholeheartedly recommend to anyone seeking jazz’s free expression and refined musicality.
With YouChris Brown
This R&B ballad, gently resonating with the sound of an acoustic guitar, breathes with the deep expression of love that American artist Chris Brown poured into it.
The melody opens with a warm, intimate call, tenderly enveloping his powerful feelings and devotion to his lover.
Its pure expression of love that transcends material values, together with vocals that reveal glimmers of hope amid bittersweet emotion, deeply moved many listeners.
Released in December 2007 from the album “Exclusive,” the song reached No.
2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and claimed the No.
1 spot in New Zealand, resonating with audiences around the world.
It’s a track perfect for quiet moments with someone special or for times when you want to calm your heart.
When Destinies AlignLOVEBITES
A majestic power metal piece where exhilarating twin guitars intersect with burning passion.
Released on LOVEBITES’ January 2020 album Electric Pentagram, this gem of a track sings of the bond among its five members, brought together not by chance but by fate.
It powerfully depicts the challenge of venturing into the unknown and the strong unity among comrades.
The resolve to overcome hardships and carve out a new future resonates deeply alongside the heavy sound.
As a supportive anthem, this song will gently encourage those striving toward their dreams and those walking the path with cherished companions, staying close to the heart.
Weekend rollhalca
It’s a mid-tempo pop song.
Chosen as the ending theme for the TV anime ‘mono,’ the track is set for release in May 2025.
Co-written by halca and Shingo Yamazaki, it beautifully captures the worldview of the anime, which portrays the everyday lives of the high school girls in the Cine-Photo Research Club.
The bright, translucent vocals are striking, vividly conveying a sense of youth.
Its gentle tempo and melodic softness also make it easy to sing.
Collection of songs that start with “U.” Perfect for word-chain games and karaoke picks! (131–140)
There was no meaning to being born.Mafumafu
This song is striking for its delicate vocals that surface from the darkness of the heart and its deep lyrics that dwell on nihilism and loss.
While it sings of losing the meaning of life and feeling alienated from society, it also conveys a will to move forward, giving it a philosophical depth.
Released in August 2019 and included on Mafumafu’s album “Kagurairo Artifact,” the piece showcases his finely tuned sensibility and expressive power to the fullest.
The composition is masterful, unfolding from a quiet piano intro into a grand band sound, where elements of emotional rock and balladry fuse in exquisite balance.
It’s a song that lets you feel the presence of someone who shares the same loneliness and sense of emptiness when you’re tormented by them.
my dadPrincess Kaguya
A heartwarming folk song that warmly portrays a father within the family.
Set to a gentle acoustic guitar melody, it depicts a simple, down-to-earth father figure, as if capturing snapshots of everyday life.
Included on the album “Sankaidate no Uta,” released in March 1974, the song was written and composed by Kousetsu Minami, making full use of Kaguyahime’s folk sensibilities.
A live performance filled with a strong sense of unity with the audience is also featured on the live album “Kaguyahime LIVE,” released in September of the same year.
It’s a song you’ll want to listen to with your family, packed with gratitude that’s hard to express in everyday words.
In adult day-care settings, it may spark lively reminiscences through song.
Would You Like One?Travis Japan
A colorful dance tune with a funky beat and catchy pop melody.
Performed by the globally active Travis Japan, this track has been chosen as the theme song for the film “Tabekko Doubutsu THE MOVIE,” set for release in April 2025.
Its catchy sound and food-themed, relatable lyrics perfectly match the film’s positive vibe.
Recommended for when you want to be wrapped in a fun atmosphere—like on a morning drive or at a party with friends!