Karaoke songs popular among college students

Cinderella BoySaucy Dog

Saucy Dog “Cinderella Boy” Music Video <5th Mini Album “Lazy Sunday” Released on 2021.8.25>

A heartrending song portraying the pain and conflict of love is capturing the hearts of college students.

Saucy Dog’s lyrics deftly express the protagonist’s complex emotions as they struggle with the gap between ideals and reality.

Paired with a melodic sound, it evokes deep empathy.

Included on the mini-album “Lazy Sunday,” released in August 2021, the track led to the band’s first television performance on Music Station in January the following year.

It’s recommended for those wrestling with romantic troubles or wanting to let out the feelings buried deep inside.

This piece shines whether you sing it solo at karaoke or share the experience with friends and resonate together.

Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro

Motohiro Hata / Promise of a Sunflower (Short Ver.)

It’s a song popular across a wide range of age groups, not just university students.

Its popularity took off after it was used as the theme song for a Doraemon movie.

With a relaxed tempo and moving lyrics, it’s a standout track that’s easy to sing at karaoke even with people from different generations.

Ms. Hanako on a high pedestalback number

Back Number – Hanako-san on a High Pedestal

A popular song by back number among young people.

It’s a bittersweet youth love song that portrays the feelings of a man who just can’t bring himself to approach the woman he admires.

It’s a crowd-pleaser whether sung by a man or a woman, and I think it’s perfect for college students in the midst of their youth!

Dried flowersYuuri

Yuri “Dry Flower” Official Music Video - Director’s Cut ver. -

Yuri’s ballad, which portrays a heartrending love, is gaining popularity among university students.

Set to gentle acoustic guitar, the lyrics delicately express the pain of heartbreak and lingering feelings, resonating deeply with listeners.

Released in October 2020, the song became a massive hit, surpassing 1 billion streams.

It’s recommended for anyone struggling with love or who has experienced a breakup.

It’s great to sing alone at karaoke, or to share the feeling with friends as you sing together.

Why not pour your own feelings into the song and sing along with Yuri’s clear, transparent vocals?

Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN

UNISON SQUARE GARDEN “Sugar Song and Bitter Step” Short Ver.

This is a song by UNISON SQUARE GARDEN, a band popular among college students.

It was written specifically as the ending theme for the anime Blood Blockade Battlefront.

Since the song is in a high key, many people sing it—not just men, but women as well!

Marigoldaimyon

Aimyon – Marigold [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

A song by Aimyon that delicately portrays both the joy and the heartache of love.

It layers the fleeting yet beautiful feelings of romance onto the language of flowers for marigolds.

With a gentle melody, it weaves scenes of intimate moments with a lover and the belief that hearts remain connected even when apart.

Released in August 2018, the song captivated many, becoming the first by a domestic artist to surpass 100 million streams.

It’s a great pick for university students—perfect for getting hyped at karaoke with friends or for singing your heart out solo.

rainbow-coloredayaka

Ayaka / Nijiiro Music Video

An inspiring song that sings of overcoming life’s hardships and embracing hope for the future.

Ayaka’s powerful vocals resonate deeply with listeners.

Seamlessly blending a bright, pop melody with a profound message, this work was released in June 2014 and became widely loved as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series “Hanako to Anne.” It’s recommended for those embarking on a new beginning or facing a life turning point.

Embraced by people of all ages, it’s a fitting song for life’s milestones such as weddings and graduations.