Popular 80s hits for karaoke. Sing kayōkyoku and pop songs!

What kind of songs do you sing when you go to karaoke?

Some people like to sing the latest hits, but 80s Japanese pop still enjoys strong popularity at karaoke.

Songs from that era are often either easy to sing or really satisfying to belt out, so they’re popular even among younger generations.

In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of recommended karaoke tracks from the biggest hits of the 80s.

We’ve focused on timeless classics that almost everyone has heard before and gathered songs perfect for karaoke, so use this as a guide when choosing what to sing.

Playlist

Popular 80s hits for karaoke. Sing kayōkyoku and pop songs!
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Heartbroken over JuliaChekkāzu		A classic hit by The Checkers, with a lively saxophone.
2	DiamondsPurinsesu Purinsesu		Puri Puri’s hit songs and energetic vocals are captivating.
3	Can’t Stop the RomanticC-C-B		C-C-B’s signature song “Romantic ga Tomaranai”
4	Don’t take off my sailor uniformo nyanko kurabu		Onyanko Club’s debut single
5	My RevolutionWatanabe Misato		A classic single by Misato Watanabe composed by Tetsuya Komuro
6	Season in the SunTUBE		A classic summer song: Season in the Sun, TUBE’s famous hit.
7	Let yourself go with the flow of timeTeresa Ten		Teresa Teng’s classic songs, timeless melodies
8	DESIRE -Passion-Nakamori Akina		Akina’s bold track showcased with a traditional-style bob
9	CheersNagabuchi Tsuyoshi		Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi’s signature song “Kanpai” was a staple at graduation ceremonies in the 1980s.
10	I can’t put it into wordsofukōsu		Oda Kazumasa’s classic song “I Can’t Put It Into Words”
11	Wine Red Heartanzenchitai		The fourth release by Anzen Chitai, featuring uniquely dense compositions.
12	Red Sweet PeaMatsuda Seiko		A famous song by Seiko Matsuda that evokes the feeling of spring
13	Get WildTM NETWORK		Tetsuya Komuro’s TM NETWORK classic “Get Wild”
14	Take back the love!!kurisutaru kingu		Fist of the North Star theme song, a passionately sung track by Crystal King
15	TouchIwasaki Yoshimi		Brimming with youthful vibes, “Touch” is a classic theme song from a baseball anime.
16	Tears aren’t just for show.Nakamori Akina		Akina Nakamori, a classic song with lyrics by Yosui Inoue
17	A long nightMatsuyama Chiharu		Chiharu Matsuyama’s hit song, a rock-style masterpiece
18	Don’t give up on your dreamsOkamura Takako		An encouraging classic about not giving up on your dreams
19	Ya Ya (I Won’t Forget That Time)Sazan Ōrusutāzu		The youthful classic, Southern’s “Ya Ya,” resonates in the heart.
20	Ruby RingTerao Akira		Toshio Terao’s signature song “Ruby no Yubiwa” is heartrending
21	CAT’S EYEAnri		City pop classic 'CAT’S EYE'
22	ONLY YOUBOØWY		Karaoke rock anthems that get everyone pumped
23	It’s nothing good.Nagabuchi Tsuyoshi		A song that sings of passionate manly feelings has gained support from men of the same generation…
24	Embraced by the wintry windKoizumi Kyoko		A song of unrequited love embraced by the wintry wind
25	Graduation -GRADUATION-Kikuchi Momoko		Momoko Kikuchi, a former idol, graduation song
26	Lips NetworkOkada Yukiko		The charm of Yukiko Okada’s classic song “Red Sweet Pea”
27	Paradise GalaxyHikaru GENJI		Popular hit songs by Hikaru GENJI; the lyrics and melodies are excellent.
28	Lonely Tropical FishWink		Sachi and Shoko’s Wink hit song
29	Two People’s Love IslandIshikawa Yuko & Chage		A summer youth duet song that resonates with the heart
30	NANAChekkāzu		A powerful, love-filled song, written and composed by the members.
31	ROOMChekkāzu		A masterpiece that gently sings of a love that won’t return
32	Song for U.S.A.Chekkāzu		A gentle song expressing admiration for America
33	Street-corner TwilightShaneruzu		Soul chorus from the ’80s, a poignant autumn classic
34	A Member of the Fire BrigadeRATS&STAR		“Megumi no Hito” is trending again on TikTok
35	RIDE ON TIMEYamashita Tatsuro		The signature 80s city pop song “Ride On Time”
36	MUGO… so sexyKudō Shizuka		Shizuka Kudo of Onyanko Club’s signature song
37	Subtly flashy (bling-bling, but nonchalant)Kondō Masahiko		A signature song by Match, a passionate classic
38	I’ll wait.amin		Amin’s signature song after resuming activities following their hiatus
39	MasqueradeShonentai		Shonentai’s classic song “Kamen Butokai” debuted at No. 1
40	Graduationsaitou yuki		Yuki Saito’s classic song “Sotsugyo” resonates in the heart.
41	CHA-CHA-CHAIshii Akemi		The 80s classic “CHA-CHA-CHA” is popular
42	Door to ParadiseMinamino Yoko		The theme song for a film by Yoko Minamino became a hit—an iconic tune from the 1980s.
43	dragonflyNagabuchi Tsuyoshi		Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi's “Tonbo” is a folk-rock song with a mature vibe.
44	Sentimental JourneyMatsumoto Iyo		Matsumoto Iyo’s debut song “Sentimental Journey”
45	Tsuppari High School Rock’n Roll (Going to School Version)Yokohama Ginbae		The classic hit by Yokohama Ginbae in a pompadour style