2000s: A Collection of Hit Karaoke Classics
When you think of hit songs from the 2000s, which tracks come to mind?
From bands and singers who had been active since the ’90s to groups that emerged in the 2000s, the music scene of the time was full of popular songs by a wide range of artists.
It was also an era when karaoke was extremely popular, so many people likely went to karaoke often with friends and colleagues.
In this article, we’ll introduce a roundup of songs from the 2000s that were big hits and especially popular at karaoke!
This is a great chance to try singing some of the songs that bring back memories from that time.
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[2000s] A roundup of hit karaoke classics (21–30)
Youthful AmigoShūji to Akira
Seishun Amigo climbed to stardom with a musical style different from the usual Johnny’s formula.
Its light, lively idol-pop vibe makes it perfect for lifting the mood of any gathering, and it’s great for singing along with close friends.
As a side note, I’ve heard the song was co-written with a Swedish songwriting team—a fun tidbit you wouldn’t expect from its sound.
PIECES OF A DREAMCHEMISTRY
This is the debut single by CHEMISTRY, a twin-vocal unit formed by two male singers who passed the “ASAYAN Super Male Audition” on the audition show ASAYAN.
Despite being their first release, it entered the Oricon Singles Chart at No.
2 and reached No.
1 in its sixth week, becoming a long-running hit.
With a melody featuring many leaps and effective use of falsetto, it was a popular challenge for karaoke at the time.
Catchy yet not requiring harmonizing or advanced techniques, it has long been loved as a karaoke song for two men to sing together.
[2000s] A Collection of Hit Karaoke Classics (31–40)
Sora-buneTOKIO
Known as “agriculture idols” from a TV show concept, TOKIO are in fact singers by profession.
Although it may be hard to imagine from their usual image, they have many outstanding songs, and their signature track is undoubtedly Sorafune.
Depicting a distant departure and the spirit of challenge, the song goes beyond a mere pop hit; it has been arranged for wind bands and choirs and is also recognized as a song of encouragement.
Feeling great!!mihimaru GT
This is a song that drew attention as a ringtone.
Its distinctive, hip-hop-like beat firmly captured young listeners’ hearts and quickly became a big hit.
It was also featured in rhythm games, so it’s a well-known classic across a wide age range.
It’s a track I recommend when you want to lay down a hot rhythm or get hyped.
The Maiden with Flaxen HairShimatani Hitomi
Although she debuted as an enka singer, Hitomi Shimatani is a pop singer who effortlessly performs a wide range of genres thanks to her powerful vocal ability.
This is her seventh single.
The song was used in a Kao “Essential Damage Care” commercial and is also known as a cover of the Village Singers, a group that was active during the Group Sounds era.
Its arrangement, which offers a sense of openness and freshness distinct from the original, makes it a pleasure to sing at karaoke.
With a simple yet catchy melody loved across generations, it is a staple karaoke song of the 2000s.
YELLikimonogakari
Released in 2009, “YELL” might be a song some of you sang at graduation ceremonies.
Among Ikimonogakari’s hit songs, it’s a gentle yet powerful anthem of encouragement.
It also makes a perfect message for farewells.
TSUNAMISazan Ōrusutāzu
This is the 44th single by Southern All Stars, a five-member rock band often regarded as the quintessential “summer-image” band in the J-POP scene.
Known for multiple tie-ins—including serving as the theme song for the variety show Uhnan no Hontoko!’s segment “Mirai Nikki III,” as well as being featured in dramas and commercials—the song captures the band’s depth and appeal with its vivid, scene-painting lyrics and bittersweet melody.
It’s no wonder it ranks second in all-time CD single sales according to Oricon; it’s a timeless classic that everyone knows at karaoke, regardless of generation.