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.
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Moving, must-sing karaoke classics and popular songs (21–30)
Endless JourneyMr.Children
This is Mr.Children’s 15th single, released in 1998.
The band had gone on hiatus in 1997, but they resumed activities with the release of this song.
It’s a moving track that gives you a push when you face difficulties or feel like you’re about to lose to yourself.
Its very positive lyrics encouraged many people and became a hot topic.
Released in 1998 as Mr.Children’s 15th single overall, it was tied in as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Naguru Onna” and became a million seller.
planetariumOtsuka Ai
This song sings of the sorrow of not being able to meet someone anymore, yet being unable to stop wanting to see them.
It’s one of the signature songs by Ai Otsuka, a singer-songwriter from Osaka Prefecture, released in 2005 as her 10th single.
Just reading the lyrics can bring you to tears.
If you’ve recently gone through a breakup, please try singing it.
GIFTMr.Children
As the title “GIFT” suggests, this song tells a lovely story about giving a present in a color that suits the other person.
The more you listen, the more its gentle, warm affection comes through; it’s a song you often hear at weddings.
In the latter half, the gift is given, and even while giving it, the protagonist says “thank you.” That detail reveals their warmth and kindness—and it’s truly moving.
cold; curt; blunt; unfriendlyRADWIMPS
It’s a moving song that perfectly embodies the word “pure love.” It’s a track by the rock band RADWIMPS, known for hits like “Zenzenzense” and “Yūshinron.” Included on their ninth album, ANTI ANTI GENERATION, released in 2018.
A ballad with gently resonant guitar tones that soothes the heart.
Perfect for karaoke with your significant other.
Song of Eternal NightKami wa saikoro o furanai
It’s been getting attention as a moving song where multiple elements—like the word choices in the lyrics and the singing voice—come together.
Everyone interprets lyrics differently, of course, but everything depicted there is incredibly heartrending.
It’s also especially popular among fans, and his voice is just so sorrowful that it really hits you in the chest.
If you go to karaoke and several people in your group know it, definitely give it a try—you might strike a chord with them!