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)
Please, Bach!Hinatazaka46
A bright song with a catchy chorus melody and an appealing sense of rhythm.
Since many parts aren’t too high and can be sung without strain, it’s a relatively easy idol song for women to sing! It’s a cheerful, energetic track characteristic of Hinatazaka, so it will definitely get the crowd going! There are sections with a lot of words, but instead of trying to articulate every single syllable, you’ll sing more rhythmically if you keep it light and ride the melody.
You might initially struggle with the rhythm in the B-melody, but if you stay calm and focus on the spacing, the rhythm will lock in—so don’t worry.
Keep the meter in 4/4, and imagine resting on the first beat before singing.
Once you get that space right, it’ll sound really cool! There’s also a touch of Bach in the latter half of the song, making it irresistible for classical music fans!
Sounds goodM!LK
This is a M!LK song filled with a positive message about embracing your true self just as you are.
Set to an upbeat, forward-looking track, the warm vocals gently envelop the anxieties and worries everyone carries, resonating deeply with the listener.
Released in February as an advance single from the album “M!Ⅹ,” which is slated for March 2025, the song builds a world brimming with positive energy alongside a refined dance performance that highlights each member’s individuality.
It’s the perfect track for moments when your self-confidence wavers or when you want to give someone a supportive nudge.
It also shines at karaoke—sing it with feeling, and it becomes a wonderful song that stays close to the listener’s heart.
Follow MeE-girls
“Follow Me,” regarded as the signature song of E-girls—a girl group under LDH JAPAN, the same agency as EXILE and often described as EXILE’s “sister” group—stands out among their hits.
Although E-girls sadly disbanded in 2020, their many hit songs can still be heard in lots of places today.
The biggest hype point of this track is, without a doubt, the chorus—especially the “Wo Woo” call right as it kicks in, which absolutely makes you want to respond.
If you’re performing it, be sure to encourage the crowd to respond there.
In a large venue, showing off the choreography could be great too; if you have dance experience, really lean into it and get the crowd going!
I Wishnaniwa danshi
I Wish, the sixth single by Naniwa Danshi, was chosen as the theme song for the TBS Tuesday drama My Second Aoharu.
The melody has the feel of a Heisei-era idol song, with a moderate mid-tempo.
The vocal range spans from mid1 G# to hi B, with the highest chest note at hi A.
Both the falsetto and chest voice peak notes only appear in the final chorus, so overall it leans more toward a mid-to-high range rather than purely high.
Its catchiness is outstanding, so it’s sure to go over great at karaoke.
Idol Songs from Showa, Heisei, and Reiwa: Classic and Latest Karaoke Crowd-Pleasers (61–70)
UFOpinku redii
This is a smash hit by Pink Lady, distinguished by its innovative sense of rhythm and catchy melody.
Released as a single in December 1977, it held the No.
1 spot on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart for 10 consecutive weeks and achieved an astonishing sales total of over 1.95 million copies.
It was also used in a Nissin Foods commercial and covered in the anime Crayon Shin-chan, making it beloved across generations.
Their performances in glittering silver costumes, combined with distinctive choreography, became a social phenomenon mimicked by children and adults alike.
If everyone joins in to sing its well-known phrases, it’s guaranteed to get the crowd fired up in an instant.
mirrorFRUITS ZIPPER
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!
Sentimental JourneyMatsumoto Iyo
A song sung by a 16-year-old girl, whose pure feelings come through straight and clear.
Released in October 1981, this debut work is a masterpiece of idol pop crafted by hitmakers Reiko Yukawa and Kyohei Tsutsumi.
Chosen as the tie-in track for Lotte’s “Ghana Chocolate” commercial, the song brought Iyo Matsumoto to wide public attention, reaching No.
9 on the Oricon charts and selling 343,000 copies.
Its lyrics, which candidly express the authentic emotions of a teenager, resonate across generations and remain etched in many people’s hearts even today.
Hum it with friends who remember those days at reunions or karaoke, and the nostalgia is sure to come flooding back.