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[2026] Songs You’ll Want to Sing at Karaoke! A Roundup of Easy-to-Sing Johnny’s Tracks

Johnny & Associates has wielded immense influence over Japan’s entertainment industry across the Showa, Heisei, and Reiwa eras, continually producing nationally beloved idols.

Now renamed “SMILE-UP., Inc.” and having established a new agency company, “STARTO ENTERTAINMENT,” the former Johnny’s office remains in transition.

In this feature, we focus on “easy-to-sing” songs from the former Johnny’s group catalog, researching picks across eras—from Showa to today’s Reiwa—without limiting the timeframe.

While some songs may have higher keys for men that, conversely, make them easier for women to sing, we’ll deliver a review that highlights the key points of singability from multiple perspectives!

[2026] Want to sing at karaoke! A roundup of easy-to-sing Johnny’s songs (61–70)

I can hear tomorrowJ-Friends

When it comes to J-FRIENDS’ signature songs that resonate with heartfelt passion and hope, this is the one.

Released in January 1998, this charity single was created to support recovery efforts after the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake and was also used as an image song for the Nagano Winter Olympics.

Distinguished by its powerful melody and positive message, it drew attention for bringing together members from popular groups such as TOKIO, V6, and KinKi Kids.

It’s a great pick for karaoke when you want to liven things up with a group or encourage someone.

If you all sing it together, it’s sure to lift your spirits.

Music For The PeopleV6

V6 / MUSIC FOR THE PEOPLE(YouTube Ver.)
Music For The PeopleV6

This song features a striking, powerful melody that fuses synthesizers with hard rock, delivering a passionate message themed around the challenge of self-actualization.

The exhilarating sound of the six members of V6 singing in unison resonates as an anthem that encourages those pursuing their dreams, earning widespread empathy.

Released in November 1995, it was chosen as the image song for Fuji TV’s Volleyball World Cup 1995 and peaked at No.

3 on the Oricon charts.

It sold a total of 528,000 copies and was certified Double Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of Japan.

The track is also included on the albums “SINCE 1995 ~ FOREVER” and “Very best.” For karaoke, its uplifting message and powerful melodic line make it perfect for high-energy moments.

It’s also recommended for boosting motivation before a volleyball match or any time you want to get fired up.

ULTIMATE WHEELSKAT-TUN

It’s a song with a powerful message that resonates, valuing bonds with friends while staying true to your own style.

Released in February 2011 as the commercial song for SUZUKI’s compact car “SOLIO,” it showcases KAT-TUN’s expressive range and musical depth.

Issued in three formats, it debuted at No.

1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart, achieving the group’s 14th consecutive No.

1 since their debut and earning Platinum certification.

Within its pop-rock flavor, the warm vocals and harmonies stand out.

The lyrics’ worldview—seeking a ray of light on the path that must be forged—gently encourages those about to take a step toward the future.

Only for youShonentai

This song, which sings of a fateful encounter and eternal love, was released in 1987 as Shonentai’s sixth single.

It also served as the theme song for the film “19 Nineteen” and has long been cherished by fans.

Characterized by its melodious tune and heartfelt lyrics, it has captured the hearts of many listeners.

The piece has been covered by various artists, including TOKIO, Mitsuhiro Oikawa, and Junichi Inagaki, demonstrating how its universal themes have been embraced across generations.

In karaoke, it’s a song whose appeal shines even more when sung with heartfelt emotion.

Tokimeki is telepathy.tanokin torio

Tanokin Trio “Tokimeki wa Telepathy”
Tokimeki is telepathy.tanokin torio

A breezy pop song that likens the feeling of being in love to telepathy, it’s marked by a fresh melody that evokes the essence of youth.

Released in 1981 as an insert song for the film “Good Luck LOVE,” this track is a rare and valuable collaboration by the Tanokin Trio.

With a characteristically 80s sound rich in synthesizers, it captured the hearts of teenagers at the time.

It’s perfect for karaoke—its bright, lively tempo makes it fun for anyone to sing.

Highly recommended for those who feel nostalgic about love and their younger days.

In conclusion

This time, I picked not only songs without extreme vocal range jumps, but also the latest tracks with melodies that feel good to sing even for beginners, as well as timeless classics everyone knows.

Johnny’s group songs can be tough to sing solo, so try getting everyone at karaoke to take different parts and have fun with it!