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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Collection of songs that start with “U.” Great for shiritori or choosing karaoke tracks! (181–190)
Thank you for being born.Fūko
A ballad by Fuko that celebrates the long-awaited meeting with her child, carried by a gentle, warm piano melody and a clear, translucent voice.
It delicately weaves themes of the parent–child bond that everyone experiences at least once and the preciousness of life.
Released in March 2021, the song was also used as the theme for Episode 4, “Treasure,” of the short film series “A Certain Story,” and has surpassed 4.
5 million views on social media.
This gem, born from the collaboration between Tatsuya Kitagawa, who wrote and composed the song, and Fuko, is recommended for those who wish to share in the joy of childbirth and parenting.
A roundup of songs that start with “U.” Perfect for shiritori or choosing karaoke tracks! (191–200)
Beautiful FlowerMasaharu Fukuyama
A gem-like ballad by Masaharu Fukuyama that gently sings of love for children and prayers for the future.
It portrays the preciousness of life and the depth of love passed from parent to child, wrapped in warm melodies.
Released as a single in May 2006, it gained attention as a tie-in song for Panasonic’s digital video camera and was also included on the album “5 Nen Mono.” The clear tones of the acoustic guitar and Fukuyama’s warm vocals will further illuminate the joy of families welcoming a new life.
It’s a song we wholeheartedly recommend to couples awaiting childbirth and to families watching over their children’s growth.
Turn the roulette of fateZARD
A supreme track woven from lyrical lyrics that capture the subtleties of life and a light, buoyant melody.
While questioning the role of fate’s coincidences and the meaning of our choices, it gently reminds us of the importance of facing forward and living on.
Composed by Seiichiro Kuribayashi, it beautifully harmonizes ZARD’s heartwarming message with a refreshing sound.
Since its release in September 1998, it has been beloved as the opening theme of the anime Detective Conan and is also included on the album ZARD BEST The Single Collection: Kiseki.
It’s an uplifting song I’d recommend to anyone hesitating yet ready to take a step forward, or to those who want to move ahead without fearing change.
LieSanari
It’s a masterpiece that poignantly and gently sings of the human heart.
Included on Sanari’s album “SICKSTEEN,” released in June 2019, this track is memorable for its melodious rap and emotionally resonant vocals.
In the one-take music video featuring 23 dancers, Sanari himself takes on dancing for the first time, vividly expressing the world of the lyrics.
The song blends human warmth with a tinge of melancholy, and its deeply affecting lyrics and sound are its biggest draw.
It’s a track I’d recommend to anyone who resonates with feelings for a loved one or the care they hold for someone important.
LieYuika
This song delicately portrays the protagonist’s emotions as they waver between a gentle lie and a cruel truth.
It’s a track by Yuika included on the album Longing for Indigo, released in June 2024.
Unlike her previous pop and ballad styles, it weaves profound lyrics about confronting one’s own weaknesses and contradictions into a passionate and powerful sound.
It has been a hot topic on social media and has captured the hearts of many listeners.
Filled with elements that anyone can relate to—such as the contradictions in everyday relationships and the struggle between true feelings and facades—this piece is perfect for moments when you want to face yourself in quiet or organize your thoughts.
LiarLeo Ieiri
This is a sublime ballad by Leo Ieiri that beautifully captures an inner world where joy and sorrow intersect.
Included on the album “Naked,” released in February 2023, and chosen as the opening theme for the WOWOW original anime The Fire Hunter, the song was born from a collaboration with Hikaru Ishizaki.
Dramatic string arrangements intertwine with Ieiri’s emotionally rich vocals to create a piece that evokes deep empathy.
It vividly portrays, within a fantastical setting, the inner conflicts that arise from trusting someone and the emotional turbulence of protecting those you love.
When you find yourself grappling with feelings wavering between truth and lies, lend an ear to this song—it will stay close to your heart.
LieMotohiro Hata
This is a renowned song by Motohiro Hata, distinguished by a cool, electronica-tinged sound that begins with an atmosphere reminiscent of being submerged in the sea.
It masterfully captures the complexities of our modern emotions—the truth behind muddled words, the emptiness of layering a dry heart over reality, and the descent into self-deception.
Delicately portraying the subtleties of the heart and the ambiguity between “lies” and “truth” in human relationships, this track opens the December 2015 album Scenes of Blue.
As Hata himself notes, “In today’s era, it’s hard to tell what’s a lie and what’s real,” and the song vividly depicts feelings everyone has likely experienced in everyday life.
It resonates deeply with those struggling in important relationships or harboring complicated emotions.