Idol Songs from the Showa, Heisei, and Reiwa Eras: Classic and Latest Hits That Light Up Karaoke
We’ve picked out songs from a wide range of idols—male and female alike—from classic Showa and Heisei-era idol hits to idols thriving in the Reiwa era!
Alongside the all-time staples, we’ve gathered insider-favorite tracks that idol enthusiasts will appreciate, while still being easy for a broad audience to enjoy.
Use this list as a reference for your next playlist.
Many of the melodies are simple, so everyone can sing, dance, and get hyped together!
Go all out with the latest tracks bursting with idol charm, or bask in nostalgia with old favorites—enjoy idol songs in whatever way suits you best!
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[Showa, Heisei, and Reiwa Idol Songs] Classic and Latest Hits That Heat Up Karaoke (51–60)
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Their 14th single, Natsumatoppe, drew attention for featuring a double center with Maika Sasaki and Iori Noguchi.
The refreshing ensemble, highlighting their cute vocals, perfectly captures summertime scenes.
With plenty of call-and-response parts, it’s an upbeat track guaranteed to hype up live shows and karaoke alike.
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Despite being an idol group, their aggressive, intense style in both music and performance captivates fans.
This is one of their powerful tracks.
The driving sound will amp you up, making it a perfect song for everyone to go all out together.
There are tons of call-and-response parts, so there’s no time to rest!
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This song portrays the bittersweet feelings of love and the gentle gaze of someone watching over a slightly stubborn and self-willed younger man.
The perspective—a woman observing a man’s awkwardness—is striking, and it deftly captures a relationship with a subtle age gap where the feelings of love can’t be accepted straightforwardly.
Released in February 1975 as Candies’ fifth single, the track broke into the top 10 on the Oricon charts and served as a springboard for their first appearance on the NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
It was also featured in the 2007 film “Little DJ: A Small Love Story,” reaffirming its charm.
The song has been covered by various artists and idols and remains beloved across generations.
It’s recommended for those who want to feel the nuances of an age-gap romance, the purity of being in love, or to bask in nostalgic memories of youthful days.
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FRUITS ZIPPER’s “Kagami” is a poppy, catchy song themed around a dialogue with the self reflected in the mirror.
Its charm lies in a cute, magical-girl–style sound and a message that boosts self-esteem.
It will be released digitally in January 2025 and has been selected as the web CM song for Haruyama’s “Homerare Suit.” The fantastical worldbuilding and danceable beat are a perfect match that will make your body move before you know it.
Give it a listen when you want a confidence boost!
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Nogizaka46 is an idol group that debuted as AKB48’s official rival and has continued to lead the front lines of the Sakamichi Series.
“Kokoro nimo Nai Koto,” included on their 32nd single “Hito wa Yume wo Nido Miru,” is a track by 5th-generation members that has drawn attention as a song said to feel natural no matter who takes the center position.
The contrast between the delicate, translucent piano tones and the cute vocals, combined with the sentimental lyrics, stirs a bittersweet feeling.
It’s a catchy pop tune that truly befits a classic, orthodox idol song.