Songs with titles that start with “Za.” Great for karaoke and shiritori!
When you hear about songs whose titles start with “za,” what kinds of tracks come to mind?
Because it begins with a voiced consonant, some people may find it hard to form a clear image from the word.
Many songs that start with “za” include characters like 「残」 (zan) or the word “the” in their titles, and often feature passionate tunes or songs with poignant messages.
In this article, we’ve picked out songs across a wide range of genres—rock, pop, and more—that start with “za.”
Be sure to check out these numbers you can use for karaoke or even in word-chain games.
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Songs with titles that start with “Za.” Also great for karaoke and shiritori! (191–200)
The OneBackstreet Boys
A song by the globally popular idol group Backstreet Boys, who also have fan clubs in Japan.
It features characteristically sweet, idol-like lyrics, and their live performances showcase such cool dancing that the excited cheers never stop.
The YabbaBattles
When it’s time to study, some people lose interest in music and feel reluctant to listen to tracks with an extreme number of sounds.
In those moments, I recommend this song by Battles.
It features a powerful ensemble, yet the sound is clean and not overbearing, which is why it’s a great pick.
Songs with titles starting with “Za”. Also recommended for karaoke and shiritori! (201–210)
The Beat Goes OnBeady Eye
A single reminiscent of the late-period Beatles, it was a number often played toward the end of their live shows.
The lyrics evoke Liam reflecting on fans around the world after a concert, and the line “I’m the last of an endangered species” carries a certain poignancy that moves listeners.
The Golden AgeBeck
This is a track by Beck, an artist from California, included on his 2002 album Sea Change.
Although he became a darling of the times by blending a wide range of genres such as blues, folk, and hip-hop, this album features a predominance of melancholic and lyrical songs.
This particular track is a dreamy masterpiece that showcases the breadth of Beck’s musicality.
The LuckiestBen Folds
Ben Folds is often thought of as someone who only plays the piano, like Elton John, but he’s actually a multi-instrumentalist.
On his first solo album, Rockin’ the Suburbs, which includes this song, he plays most of the instruments himself.
The RoseBette Midler
Among Bette Midler’s signature songs, this one is especially acclaimed.
Its lyrics, expressing both the pain and joy of love, are memorable and have resonated with many listeners.
Featured over the end credits of the 1979 film “The Rose,” it drew major attention, reaching No.
3 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Certified Gold and a Grammy winner, it’s also a popular choice for wedding recessionals, touching not only the newlyweds but all in attendance.
With its timeless message about love, it’s highly recommended for couples embarking on a new life together.
THE WOMANBimBamBoom
BimBamBoom captivates funk fans with their robust sound.
They are an instrumental band formed mainly by music producer s-ken and drummer Miyoko Yamaguchi.
The lineup features highly skilled artists such as Ayumu Tanaka, Maryne, Aiko Oka, and Misaki Yamoto.
Their performances are as cool as their tracks, so be sure to check out their music videos too.