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Moving masterpieces and popular songs you’ll want to sing at karaoke

Have you ever been moved by a song you heard someone sing at karaoke?

From bittersweet love songs to anthems that cheer you on in life, to tracks that tell stories that resonate deeply—many songs can leave a lasting impression.

Of course, sometimes it’s the singer’s skill that makes it moving, but in this article, we’ll introduce a wealth of timeless songs that can move listeners no matter who’s singing them.

It’s a flood of emotionally powerful songs—so moving you might cry—when you think about the messages in the lyrics and the stories behind them!

Be sure to try singing them yourself and move everyone around you.

Moving and popular masterpiece songs (71–80) you’ll want to sing at karaoke

sea colorAKINO from bless4

AKINO from bless4 “Miiro (Sea Color)” Music Video
sea colorAKINO from bless4

Even if you’re bewildered, troubled, and the world fades from view, if you keep walking guided by the voice of someone you trust, the future will surely come into sight.

This song sings of that kind of hope.

AKINO’s soaring high notes are delightful.

The song is difficult to sing, but it makes you want to master it somehow.

Winter,againGLAY

This is an extremely popular ballad by GLAY.

Although it was released in 1999, I’m sure many people have seen the music video or heard the song.

It gradually builds up toward the chorus, and the soaring, liberating hook is absolutely overwhelming.

If you belt out the lyrics—brimming with tenderness—with full emotion, it’s guaranteed to move people! Even more so if you’re from the GLAY generation, right?

Theory of the Mindful HeartRADWIMPS

RADWIMPS – A Theory of Heart [Official Music Video]
Theory of the Mindful HeartRADWIMPS

There’s an anecdote that all of RADWIMPS’ songs were written about a single woman.

Among them, this is a love song where especially straightforward feelings are directly embodied in the lyrics.

The lyrics are notable in that the woman can be interpreted as a lover, a mother, or even a god.

LemonYonezu Kenshi

This song sings a message to a precious person with whom one had no choice but to part.

It is one of the signature tracks by Kenshi Yonezu, a singer-songwriter from Tokushima Prefecture.

Released in 2018 as his eighth single, it became a massive hit after being selected as the theme song for the drama ‘Unnatural.’ His strained, heartrending vocals alone are enough to make you cry.

Men who still have feelings for an ex-lover should definitely listen.

If you laugh at the skywacci

wacci “If You Laugh at the Sky” Music Video
If you laugh at the skywacci

For example, this is a song you’ll want to give to someone working hard in their club activities or about to face an important match.

It’s a track by the five-member pop-rock band wacci, released in 2018 as their sixth digital single.

The lyrics bring back memories of overcoming tough practices together with your teammates.

Its message might resonate especially strongly with junior and senior high school students.

Unfit to be a loverMiyuhan

Miyuhan “Unfit to Be a Lover” [Music Video]
Unfit to be a loverMiyuhan

The lyrics are striking in the way they convey lingering feelings for an ex, even while saying, “I hate you.” It’s a song by Miyuhan, a singer-songwriter from Kagawa Prefecture, included on her second album, Yaminabe, released in 2019.

It serves as an answer song to “Tabako,” a signature track by Koresawa, a musician from Osaka Prefecture.

You can tell she’s trying to act tough, but can’t forget.

Recommended for junior high and high school girls.

Untitled TodayHirai Dai

Hirai Dai / Untitled Today (Lyric Video)
Untitled TodayHirai Dai

This is a heartwarming song by Dai Hirai that finds value in everyday life and proclaims that an ordinary day is the true masterpiece of life.

Released in January 2021, the track is included on the album “Life Goes On,” and features a memorable blend of gospel-style chorus and gentle melody.

The lyrics emphasize cherishing small, everyday joys over chasing ideals, highlight the importance of sharing happiness with others, and carry a hopeful message about believing in the future even in difficult times.

It’s a perfect song to sing with warm feelings for someone special on their birthday, or when you want to express a positive outlook for the year ahead.