Songs with titles that start with 'Ya'
This article introduces songs with titles that start with “Ya” (や).
How many songs that start with “Ya” can you think of?
When you put it that way, it’s surprisingly hard to come up with many, isn’t it?
This might come in handy someday—like for themed karaoke sessions, shiritori-style karaoke games, and more.
From classic smash hits to recent chart-toppers, we cover a wide range of songs old and new.
Feel free to use this as a handy reference whenever you need it!
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Songs with titles starting with “Ya” (311–320)
If I'm wrapped in kindnessMiki Imai
Miki Imai made her debut as a singer in 1986.
The song she sings, “PRIDE,” is very well known as a hit.
There’s a story that she was obsessed with Yumi Matsutoya in her teens, and she has released an album covering only Matsutoya’s songs.
Including “Yasashisa ni Tsutsumareta Nara,” you can enjoy classic tunes reborn with her clear, translucent voice.
Smoke of the mountainHisao Ito
Up until the late 1950s, it’s said that various kinds of smoke rose over rural villages in addition to open field burning.
The smoke from these mountains could be called a late-autumn tradition, as people would make charcoal in preparation for winter.
This song depicts that scene, with lyrics by Yoshiro Okura and music by Hideaki Yashima.
Its melody is in a minor key, with touches of major interwoven here and there—an indescribably tasteful, slightly stylish effect.
cornflowerNatsuko Godai
Natsuko Godai continues to captivate many hearts with her delicately expressive vocals.
Among her songs, this heartbreak ballad is particularly moving.
In this piece, she sings of hidden feelings entrusted to purple flowers, painting a bittersweet love story.
Released in June 2015, it became her 27th single.
The song’s structure—starting quietly and gradually building in emotion—is also appealing, making it an easy choice for karaoke.
Highly recommended for those who want to feel both the ache of love and a sense of hope for the future.
Yakiimo goo-choki-paLyrics: Hiroo Sakata / Music: Naozumi Yamamoto
This is a fun song that captures the toasty, warm feeling of roasted sweet potatoes.
While mimicking the motions with your hands, children can also learn about rock–paper–scissors.
For two-year-olds, don’t focus on winning or losing—just enjoy calling out the cues and showing rock, paper, and scissors.
When the teacher has fun, the children will naturally imitate.
Since this is a song that emphasizes movement, it’s helpful to have one teacher demonstrate for the children.
Try preparing a CD or finding an accompanist to add some variety.
Songs with titles starting with “Ya” (321–330)
Mountain MusiciansLyrics: Shisen Mizuta / Composition: German folk song
The song “Mountain Musicians” is delightful for its depictions of various animals playing instruments.
Even if you’ve never seen those instruments in real life, you can really sense how much the animals enjoy performing.
When singing with children, try miming playing the violin or blowing the flute.
The lyrics are a bit long for two-year-olds, so it’s best to take your time and help them learn the words little by little.
It’s also fun to fully get into character as each animal and make it a pretend play activity!
Yaki-imo Goo-Chii-PaaLyrics by Hiroo Sakata / Music by Naosumi Yamamoto
It’s a popular hand-play song for children’s shows and for kindergartens and nursery schools.
As you can imagine from the title, it’s a song that incorporates rock-paper-scissors (gu, choki, pa).
It’s a perfect children’s song for getting familiar with rock-paper-scissors, combining the game with a sweet-potato theme for autumn.
After singing, you can have a fun rock-paper-scissors tournament, making it an ideal song for learning the rules.
Mountain WaltzLyrics by: Yoshiko Kayama / Music by: Akira Yuyama
There are many children’s songs about mountains, and among them, “Yama no Waltz” is one of the classics.
It has also been sung on the hugely popular E-Tele children’s program “Okaasan to Issho,” so it’s likely a familiar tune even for little kids.
In the lyrics, different animals arrive at the mountain kindergarten at different times of day, making it perfect for helping children learn how to tell time.