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! (251–260)
weedHIKAKIN & SEIKIN
“Weeds,” by the YouTubers HIKAKIN & SEIKIN—hugely popular among elementary school students and also performed at the year-end Music Station Super Live—is an EDM-style track with a very catchy melody that makes it easy for anyone to sing.
The WireHaim
Haim is a pop-rock band formed by three sisters from Los Angeles.
This track was released in 2013 and reached No.
6 on the Belgian charts.
Selected by Rolling Stone as one of the “100 Best Songs of 2013,” it’s a playful track.
The Silence of the Lambs Opening TitleHaward Shore
With its heavy yet flowing orchestral score, this piece is intensely dramatic and beautiful, yet it carries an unmistakable sense of unease—no doubt because it serves as the main theme for the masterpiece film The Silence of the Lambs.
Composed by the great film composer Howard Shore, this track alone is enough to conjure the opening scene in the minds of those who’ve seen the movie, sending a chill down their spines.
It’s a work that could only come from a film whose protagonist, Hannibal Lecter, is portrayed as a classical music aficionado, and the soundtrack is so acclaimed that it’s said to have significantly contributed to the movie’s massive success.
Even if you haven’t seen the film, you can still enjoy it.
That said, watching the movie at least once is guaranteed to double the terror!
The One To BreakHead Phones President
This track features a catchy four-on-the-floor rhythm, a heavy, weighty guitar tone, and the clear, transparent vocals of ANZA.
It’s included on the Tokyo-born band HEAD PHONES PRESIDENT’s 2014 album “Disillusion.” A dynamic, melodic metal number.
Lingering Flower / ZankaHeaven in Her Arms
Envy aren’t the only band that journeyed from a ferocious hardcore sound to a profound, post-rock-like sonic landscape.
Formed in Tokyo in 2001, Heaven in Her Arms are a screamo/hardcore band on envy’s label SONZAI RECORDS, known for actively connecting with overseas acts and touring abroad.
Hardcore fans will recognize that their name is taken from a track on Converge’s historic masterpiece Jane Doe.
Their sound distills elements of post-hardcore, post-rock, and black metal, where blasts of impassioned, roaring hardcore intersect with restrained, hushed passages.
Together with their artwork, they craft a sonic world born from an aesthetic distinct from envy’s, continuing to captivate listeners in Japan and beyond.
Resonating with overseas bands often labeled post-metal—such as Deafheaven, for whom they opened on a Japan tour—the band unfolds a sound in which pitch-black darkness and fervent beauty intertwine.
It’s a musical experience we hope not only hardcore devotees but all listeners will savor.
THE FAKE ESCAPEHelsinki Lambda Club
A standout track from Helsinki Lambda Club that captures listeners’ hearts with music unbound by genre.
Its message-rich lyrics themed around escapism fuse beautifully with an alternative sound.
Released in September 2024, this song is a pre-release from the EP “Monthly Escape.” The music video features footage from their UK tour, deepening the song’s world.
It’s the perfect track for when you want a break from the everyday or to face your own emotions.
Songs with titles starting with “Za.” Also great for karaoke and shiritori! (261–270)
THE GIFTHi-STANDARD
This is the title track from the album “THE GIFT,” which was suddenly released in 2017 as their first album since they went on hiatus in 2000.
Many fans must have rejoiced at the news of Hi-Standard’s return at the time.
Although all the lyrics are in English, the song addresses people who envy others and feel discontent, telling them, “If you accept yourself and take a fresh look at who you are, you’ll realize you have a gift that only you possess.” When you’re lacking confidence, listening to this song might help you discover your own unique talents and charm.