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!
Playlist
| Idol Songs from the Showa, Heisei, and Reiwa Eras: Classic and Latest Hits That Light Up Karaoke | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | Is being cute not enough?CUTIE STREET |  play_arrow | CUTIE STREET's new song is very popular. |
| 2east | flying getAKB48 |  play_arrow | Award-winning Latin rock fusion love song |
| 3east | Please never quit being an idol.＝LOVE |  play_arrow | An emotional song by =LOVE that sings of idol love |
| 4east | It’s the cutest ever!Chou Tokimeki♡Sendenbu |  play_arrow | An uplifting, encouraging song to help you get over a broken heart |
| 5east | LOVE MachineMōningu Musume. |  play_arrow | Morning Musume’s first million-selling hit song |
| 6east | ClickME:I |  play_arrow | A song of hope toward dreams, the voices of eleven youthfully vibrant members |
| 7east | Dancing HeroOginome Yōko |  play_arrow | Yoko Oginome’s smash hit song “Dancing Hero” |
| 8east | Love so sweetarashi |  play_arrow | Liven up karaoke with Arashi’s classic hits |
| 9east | First Lovenaniwa danshi |  play_arrow | Naniwa Danshi’s debut song that captures the excitement of first love |
| 10east | Brother BeatSnow Man |  play_arrow | Snow Man’s sixth single, the movie theme song, is a big hit! |
| 11east | TouchIwasaki Yoshimi |  play_arrow | Anime theme song, the melody resonates in my heart. |
| 12east | ChankapanaNEWS |  play_arrow | Debuted at number one with an exotic track |
| 13east | NEW KAWAIIFRUITS ZIPPER |  play_arrow | A song that proposes a new definition of 'cute' |
| 14east | Here we go! Phantom Thief GirlMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto |  play_arrow | Momoiro Clover Z’s classic song “Go! Kaitō Shōjo (Pirate Girl)” |
| 15east | Everyday, KachushaAKB48 |  play_arrow | Katyusha by AKB48 to liven up the summer |
| 16east | DESIRENakamori Akina |  play_arrow | Akina Nakamori’s signature song, a passionate classic |
| 17east | NEW LOOKMISAMO |  play_arrow | TWICE subunit, retro-style fashion song |
| 18east | Only you win (for me).Hinatazaka46 |  play_arrow | Only you’re the best—catchy Hinatazaka46 |
| 19east | GOATNumber_i |  play_arrow | A challenging rap track is gaining attention |
| 20east | Silent majorityKeyakizaka46 |  play_arrow | Keyakizaka46’s debut song is a track with a strong message from Hirate. |
| 21east | municipal dance hallNogizaka 46 |  play_arrow | Nogizaka46’s new song: a heartwarming track centered by Reiko Morihei. |
| 22east | Double Double FIGHT!CANDY TUNE |  play_arrow | CANDY TUNE’s cheer song |
| 23east | Don’t take off my sailor uniformo nyanko kurabu |  play_arrow | Onyanko Club, pioneers of idols |
| 24east | Bloom proudly, idolsakura miko |  play_arrow | Paint a dream with Sakura Miko’s classic idol pop |
| 25east | Fortune Cookie in LoveAKB48 |  play_arrow | AKB48’s popular song “Fortune Cookie” |
| 26east | NagiichiNMB48 |  play_arrow | The excitement of idol songs is captivating. |
| 27east | Gimme Chocolate!!BABYMETAL |  play_arrow | BABYMETAL’s signature song “Gimme Chocolate!!,” powerful |
| 28east | Yeah! Super Holiday!Matsuura Aya |  play_arrow | A former Morning Musume idol, popular for her hit songs |
| 29east | RPGSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | SEKAI NO OWARI’s classic song “RPG” |
| 30east | The FeelsTwice |  play_arrow | TWICE’s English single made it onto the Billboard charts. |
| 31east | FLASHPerfume |  play_arrow | Perfume's theme song for the movie Chihayafuru is cool. |
| 32east | School HeavenKoizumi Kyoko |  play_arrow | Kyoko Koizumi’s cover songs, fun nostalgic oldies |
| 33east | Happinessarashi |  play_arrow | A powerful melody with uplifting, feel-good lyrics! |
| 34east | My cutest partFRUITS ZIPPER |  play_arrow | A smash hit on TikTok, a song that conveys self-affirmation |
| 35east | Love Revolution 21Mōningu Musume. |  play_arrow | Morning Musume’s 21st-century-style dance track |
| 36east | ChopstickNiziU |  play_arrow | NiziU’s new song is inspired by a famous piano piece. |
| 37east | Where did the angel go?≠ME |  play_arrow | The new song by the idol group ≠ME is captivating. |
| 38east | Please, Bach!Hinatazaka46 |  play_arrow | A bright and cheerful Hinatazaka idol song |
| 39east | Blue Coral ReefMatsuda Seiko |  play_arrow | Seiko Matsuda’s classic summer love song |
| 40east | Why not? / Who cares? / It’s all good.Janīzu WEST |  play_arrow | The festival song “Ee ja nai ka” gets everyone hyped. |
| 41east | 36°C U・B・UHatsuboshi Gakuen |  play_arrow | A pop song portraying an idol singer’s romantic feelings |
| 42east | Follow MeE-girls |  play_arrow | The appeal of “Follow Me,” a signature song by the disbanded E-girls |
| 43east | weeeekNEWS |  play_arrow | Fun music from graduated idols, cheerfully! |
| 44east | Youthful AmigoShūji to Akira |  play_arrow | The overwhelming power of music that captivates the heart |
| 45east | Subtly flashy (bling-bling, but nonchalant)Kondō Masahiko |  play_arrow | Masahiko Kondo’s signature songs and the allure of 1980s idols |
| 46east | lovesicknessmaneki kecha |  play_arrow | Maneki Kecak is a Japanese idol group. |
| 47east | HeroesMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto |  play_arrow | An athlete support song that gives you courage and energy! |
| 48east | Melon juiceHKT48 |  play_arrow | Music that colored the Heisei era by the AKB48 Group |
| 49east | Cinderella of the Provisional Contractshiritsu ebisu chūgakkō |  play_arrow | A Shiritsu Ebisu Chugaku song with a Für Elise-style melody |
| 50east | I Wishnaniwa danshi |  play_arrow | Naniwa Danshi’s “I Wish” is a youth anthem. |
| 51east | Cinderella GirlKing&Prince |  play_arrow | Popularity and Charm of Prince Idols |
| 52east | orchestraBiSH |  play_arrow | The classic song by the punk band BiSH resonates with the heart. |
| 53east | Sounds goodM!LK |  play_arrow | A pop song that affirms being yourself |
| 54east | arDevil ANTHEM. |  play_arrow | Devil ANTHEM. major debut song |
| 55east | Natsumatope#NAME? |  play_arrow | =LOVE performs a refreshing summer song |
| 56east | younger boykyandīzu |  play_arrow | The pure emotions and allure of an age-gap romance |
| 57east | Uppercut!Appu Appu Gāruzu (Kari) |  play_arrow | An aggressive idol with a song full of speed and drive |
| 58east | mirrorFRUITS ZIPPER |  play_arrow | A dialogue with myself reflected in the mirror, a song of self-affirmation |
| 59east | idol costumetakane no nadeshiko |  play_arrow | A bright song that portrays an idol’s self-esteem |
| 60east | The world’s number one idolChou Tokimeki♡Sendenbu |  play_arrow | A pop song with the theme of self-esteem |
| 61east | Insincere wordsNogizaka 46 |  play_arrow | Nogizaka46’s heartrending 5th-generation song is moving. |
| 62east | Geeshōjo jidai |  play_arrow | The captivating dances and songs of K-pop idols |
| 63east | UFOpinku redii |  play_arrow | Pink Lady's smash hit song |
| 64east | Sentimental JourneyMatsumoto Iyo |  play_arrow | Iyo Matsumoto's pure singing voice resonates in the heart. |
| 65east | ultra-strongestChou Tokimeki♡Sendenbu |  play_arrow | A song that conveys an idol’s love and gratitude |
| 66east | Single‑minded Cinderella!CUTIE STREET |  play_arrow | CUTIE STREET's new song is cute. |
| 67east | Restartmameshiba no taigun |  play_arrow | A WACK idol born from a TBS variety show |
| 68east | Earphone Riotshiritsu ebisu chūgaku |  play_arrow | Discovering my true self through the new-era Ebichu’s youth anthem |
| 69east | InfluencerNogizaka 46 |  play_arrow | Nogizaka46’s Spanish-style passionate song |