Karaoke songs that were hits in the ’90s. Classic and popular tracks from Japanese music.
Don’t you ever feel overwhelmed at karaoke with so many songs to choose from? That’s when this handy collection of popular karaoke songs comes in! It’s especially recommended for those who were students in the 1990s.
Oh, and of course, since we’re featuring hit songs, everyone else should enjoy it too!
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Karaoke hits from the 1990s: Classic and popular Japanese songs (21–30)
FACEglobe
A gem of a dance-pop tune that fuses Tetsuya Komuro’s exceptional production with KEIKO’s richly expressive vocals.
Released as a single from avex globe in January 1997, its sophisticated sound—woven from electronic rhythms and memorable melodies—captures the heart.
Chosen as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Kanojo-tachi no Kekkon” and as the CM song for NTT’s “Multi-Net Fair,” it debuted at No.
1 on the Oricon charts.
Long cherished as one of globe’s signature tracks, it was also included on the album “FACES PLACES,” selling over 3 million copies.
Its dramatic progression and groovy sound make it perfect for heart-lifting moments or reminiscing about times with someone special.
LOVE MachineMōningu Musume.
Morning Musume’s 7th single, released on September 9, 1999.
It starts with beautiful harmonies and builds into a lively sound—a poppy, catchy, feel-good song! It’s a fun track everyone can get excited about, and it became such a karaoke staple that it’s now one of Morning Musume’s hit songs!
I won’t fall in love anymore.Makihara Noriyuki
A gem-like ballad that delicately portrays the pain of heartbreak and the hope of taking a new step forward.
Noriyuki Makihara’s gentle vocals tenderly envelop the protagonist’s complex feelings as they struggle to accept a breakup with their lover.
While carefully depicting the loneliness and confusion felt in everyday life, it also resonates with the positive resolve hidden behind the words “I won’t fall in love anymore.” Released in May 1992, the song was used as the theme for the drama “After the Children Are Asleep,” reaching No.
2 on the weekly Oricon chart and No.
7 for the year.
It’s a song that stands as emotional support, accompanying you through the healing process of a broken heart.
Lady GenerationShinohara Ryōko
Ryoko Shinohara’s sixth single, released on August 2, 1995.
Its sound unfolds as if a grand world is slowly opening, paired with vocals that exude a goddess-like aura.
The lyrics, which boldly carve a path through the times, make this a song that feels both courageous and beautiful.
WomanNakanishi Keizō
Released on January 22, 1992, this is Keizo Nakanishi’s third single.
The vocals arrive as if traveling across the earth, bringing vivid scenery, distance, and time into view—everything feels vast and present all at once.
A dream song that carries a mysterious feeling that’s both grand and fleeting, along with a sense of awe! Which door will you knock on? The striking lyrics are a must-hear!