Karaoke songs to sing in January: classic and popular tracks to hype up the party
When you’re unsure where to go during the New Year holidays—after a New Year’s party with family and relatives, or with friends and coworkers—you might end up going to karaoke, right? Here are some perfect songs for the season: New Year-themed tracks and winter songs we’d love for you to sing at those gatherings! From bittersweet winter ballads to songs themed around “beginnings,” we’ve picked a wide range of popular tunes spanning the Showa, Heisei, and Reiwa eras.
Even if you don’t usually go to karaoke but have plans to tag along for social reasons, feel free to use this as a reference!
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Karaoke songs you’ll want to sing in January: classic crowd‑pleasers and popular hits (1–10)
wishsumika
A bittersweet yet powerful melody that resonates in the heart, this track is included on sumika’s double A-side single “Negai / Higher Ground.” It was chosen as the theme song for the drama “Ossan’s Love -in the sky-.” The lyrics poignantly portray unspoken feelings and the frustrations of a love triangle, while the pleasant soundscape gently reaches both ears and heart.
It’s a perfect song for when you want to pour your feelings for someone special into music.
New Year’s Evethe pillows
This is a song that straightforwardly voices the sense of loss and lingering attachment everyone feels when standing at the threshold of a new year.
It’s included on the pillows’ 2004 album “GOOD DREAMS,” and centers on the boundary of time at year’s end, portraying relationships like unfinished puzzles and a heartfelt desire to remain within a dream.
Sawao Yamanaka’s metaphor-rich lyrics and the melodious guitar rock sound create a poignant lyricism.
Perfect for karaoke when rock fans get together.
Snow, Moon, and Flowersyangusukinii
A gem of a ballad from Young Skinny where winter memories intersect with new beginnings.
Released in March 2024 as the opening track of their major-label second EP, “Because I’m Clumsy,” it was later re-included on the album “BOY & GIRLS.” Centered on the theme of sensory memory—the unforgettable scent—the song portrays aching lingering feelings.
Built around guitar, the sound strikes a delicate yet raw balance, while the transparent, high-toned vocals carefully weave the emotion.
Karaoke songs you’ll want to sing in January: Classic and popular tracks to hype up the karaoke party (11–20)
JANUARYŌe Senri
A winter song by Senri Oe, woven with delicate words that capture the clear air and fresh feelings of the New Year.
Included on the 1985 album “Chibusa,” this piece layers the quietude and sense of anticipation that January brings over urban scenery and subtle shifts of the heart.
Amid a crisp season, the protagonist’s resolve to take a new step forward melts into the piano-centered sound, gently giving listeners a nudge.
Why not try it at your New Year’s karaoke party?
Winter WonderlandEXIT
The winter date song “Winter Wonderland” by the comedy duo EXIT was released as a digital single in December 2022.
The lyrics are by jam, and the music is a collaboration between Minoru Komorita and Lian Tian.
It’s a classic love tune featuring scenes like putting your joined hands in a pocket and a romantic moment on a Ferris wheel.
With its unforgettable, easy-to-remember melody, it’s perfect for livening up a New Year’s party karaoke session!
Happy New YearChatto Monchī
A winter song that warmly portrays a couple heading out for their first shrine visit of the New Year.
Included on the 2011 album “YOU MORE,” this track vividly captures the New Year’s atmosphere through concrete scenes like food stalls and bustling crowds.
It expresses a sincere, straightforward wish to stay together with the one you love forever, making it perfect for couples to sing at karaoke.
It’s a song that will leave listeners feeling cozy and uplifted!
A HAPPY NEW YEAROginome Yōko
This song by Yoko Oginome honestly expresses the joy of welcoming a new year and feelings for someone special.
It was included as the B-side to the single “Shonen no Hitomi ni…” released in December 1990.
It carefully depicts scenes of pouring one’s thoughts into a New Year’s card and the sense of anticipation for the year to come.
Ken Yoshida’s warm melody and Keiko Aso’s gentle lyrics perfectly match the winter atmosphere.
How about singing it at a New Year’s party karaoke to convey the feeling of “Let’s have a great year together”?