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 Collection of Hit Karaoke Classics (31–40)
KanadeSukima Suichi
Released in 2004, Sukima Switch’s “Kanade” is a gentle ballad.
Chosen as the theme song for the film “One Week Friends,” its greatest charm lies in its beautiful lyrics.
It’s said the song was revised more than ten times—a real labor of love.
Why not try singing Kanade at the highlight moment and let it move your audience?
GibbsShiina Ringo
A love song by Sheena Ringo in which possessiveness toward a lover and the fear of losing them pierce the heart painfully.
Released in January 2000, this work was a lead single from the acclaimed album Shōso Strip.
It debuted at No.
4 on the Oricon Weekly Chart and received the Excellence Award at the 42nd Japan Record Awards, among other high honors.
Though the protagonist wants to believe in eternity, their sensitivity leads them to see a future lie in the word “forever.” Many listeners may find themselves relating to the depth of love that equates their relationship with that of a legendary couple.
WINDING ROADAyaka × Kobukuro
Released in 2008, “WINDING ROAD” is a song created through a collaboration between Ayaka and Kobukuro, who are on the same record label.
It features harmony parts, making it a pleasure both to sing and to listen to.
There are practice videos for the harmonies on video sites, so if you quietly practice on your own, you might just become everyone’s go-to!
Choo Choo TRAINEXILE
The song that really brought EXILE into the spotlight is undoubtedly “Choo Choo TRAIN.” In addition to its dashing, exhilarating sound, the unique choreography known as the rotating dance drew major attention.
It’s now a signature song for EXILE, and seeing many celebrities and singers—starting with Takashi Okamura—take on the challenge suggests it may have been a huge first step for the group.
It’s a feel-good song to sing solo, and it’s also fun to sing with friends while imitating the rotating dance.
Delicious WayKuraki Mai
The milestone song that cemented Mai Kuraki’s popularity is “Delicious Way.” Its lyrics, which skillfully weave in memories and scenes of a single summer, and its superb, rhythmic groove make it a karaoke staple.
It’s a classic that both men and women can enjoy singing.
[2000s] A Collection of Hit Karaoke Classics (41–50)
Becoming a Thousand WindsAkiyama Masashi
Masafumi Akikawa’s “A Thousand Winds” feels almost like listening to classical music rather than a pop song.
It demands high vocal skill and expressive power, and with its lofty dignity and grand scale, it is truly a masterpiece perfectly suited to be presented as a signature piece—ideal for closing out a program.
FlowerORANGE RANGE
This is the eighth single by ORANGE RANGE, a five-member rock band from Okinawa known for their three-vocalist setup, with each member covering high, mid, and low ranges and energizing audiences at live shows.
Chosen as the theme song for the film “Be with You,” it was produced under the catchphrase “the tear-jerking Range.” ORANGE RANGE has many karaoke crowd-pleasers like “Shanghai Honey,” but their more lyrical tracks like this one are equally outstanding.
Since the original features three vocalists with different ranges, it makes for a karaoke song that you and your friends can sing together without worrying about individual vocal ranges.
