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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Songs that start with “U.” Perfect for shiritori or picking karaoke tracks! (1–10)
wishNEW!asmi
Singer-songwriter asmi from Osaka.
Released digitally in November 2022, this work is her first Christmas song under her solo name.
The lyrics, which sing about the warm feelings you get in a winter city, evoke the anticipation of spending special time with someone.
With its relaxed, lyrical sound and asmi’s charming vocals, it’s sure to color the holy night.
A pop ballad born in the Reiwa era, perfect for a quietly spent Christmas Eve with someone special.
Growl! Splendid!NEW!Kinoshita
It’s a happy Vocaloid tune that gives you a gentle push, telling you that even worrying is part of your unique self.
Created by Kinoshita and released in October 2025, this track features Otomachi Una on vocals and is included on the official compilation album “Una-Chance!3 feat.
Otomachi Una.” With its bouncy beat and bright, upbeat melody, just listening to it fills you with energy.
It’s a song I’d love for you to hear when you’re feeling unsure of yourself!
Winter lander!!NEW!AAA
This number, which portrays a winter romance that shines against snowy scenery, features an appealing pop sound rooted in disco and funk.
The lyrics convey the excitement of the trip to the slopes and the anticipation toward a special someone, while the sounds of sleigh bells and handbells add a wintry touch.
Released in December 2006 as a double A-side track with the single “Black & White,” it was used as the commercial song for Tokyo AUTO SALON 2007.
Rather than a ballad, it has a bright, up-tempo finish, making it perfect not only for dancing but also as BGM before heading out for winter sports or during a drive with friends.
leap day personNEW!RADWIMPS
Written by RADWIMPS in March 2022 as the theme song for the film “The Last 10 Years,” this piece portrays the love of two people confronting a finite life.
In lyrics crafted by Yojiro Noda after thoroughly studying the screenplay, he tenderly conveys how miraculous and irreplaceable a loved one’s presence is.
The heartfelt wish to keep living together—even if it meant giving away half of one’s own life—deeply moves us.
Beginning with a piano melody and gradually unfolding into a gentle orchestral arrangement, the song fills the heart with both wistfulness and warmth.
It is a profoundly resonant love song meant for everyone who holds someone dear.
Kon the rabbitNEW!TAKAMICHI
A lyrical enka song that intertwines a snowbound winter scene with feelings for one’s family.
Released as a single by King Records in May 2000, it was chosen as the ending theme for Fuji TV’s “Gokigenyō” from April to June 2000.
The song was created by a team of seasoned writers: lyrics by Tetsuya Chiaki, composition by Keisuke Hama, and arrangement by Mitsuo Hagita.
It sings of a mother’s figure vanishing into a blizzard and the aching sadness of waiting along a snowy road.
It’s a piece to savor when you want to reflect on memories of your hometown and the bonds with your family.
Cosmic dance!NEW!Kotori with Stitch Bird
Released in September 2015 as the ending theme for the anime Yo-kai Watch, this song captivates with a space-themed world.
It features an up-tempo, techno-inspired sound and lyrics sprinkled with words like “Mars” and “dance.” Thanks to its playful words and catchy melody, it’s a work that can be enjoyed by both children and adults.
The choreography was handled by Lucky Ikeda, who also worked on “Yo-kai Exercise No.
1.” It peaked at No.
5 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and was also used as the ending theme for the game Yo-kai Watch Blasters.
Winter SongNEW!EXILE TAKAHIRO
With a clear, translucent tone, this song delivers a gentle warmth that nestles into the quiet of winter.
TAKAHIRO, vocalist of EXILE, released his first Christmas song in December 2024—one he had been nurturing for two to three years.
The lyrics, which sing of the preciousness of time spent with a loved one on a snowy night, delicately capture both the sentimentality of winter and the warmth of love.
Premiered at a Christmas live show at Tokyo Garden Theater that same December, the song deeply resonated with fans.
It’s the perfect number for nights when you want to quietly warm your heart while gazing at the glow of holiday lights.