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[Johnny's Classic Hits] Carefully Selected Popular Songs That Are Sure to Liven Up Any Karaoke Session!

Johnny’s has produced many of Japan’s most iconic male idol groups.

It’s often assumed their fans are mostly women, but in fact there are surprisingly many male fans as well.

Because Johnny’s songs are widely known across generations, they’re hugely popular at karaoke, too!

In this article, we’ll introduce Johnny’s songs that are perfect for karaoke.

We’ve gathered a variety of hit tracks—from tunes you can dance to while singing, to timeless classics loved across generations.

These are songs that not only dedicated Johnny’s fans but even those not very familiar with them have likely heard somewhere, so get everyone singing and have a great time!

Note: The former Johnny & Associates changed its company name to STARTO ENTERTAINMENT in December 2023.

[Johnny's Greatest Hits] Carefully selected popular songs that are sure to hype up any karaoke session! (31–40)

Cinderella GirlKing&Prince

King & Prince “Cinderella Girl” MV YouTube Edit
Cinderella GirlKing&Prince

The debut single of the sparkling Johnny’s group King & Prince is Cinderella Girl.

It became a hit as the theme song for the TBS drama Hana Nochi Hare: Hanadan Next Season, starring the group’s Sho Hirano.

Brimming with a princely, glittering vibe, the song honestly expresses the pure feelings of someone thinking about their lover.

It may be especially popular among women at karaoke, but its fresh sound guarantees it’ll get the crowd going when men sing it too.

Believearashi

ARASHI – Believe [Official Music Video]
Believearashi

This is a captivating track that features lyrics conveying a strong will to move toward the future, paired with a driving sound highlighted by resonant strings.

Released as a single in March 2009, it became widely known as the theme song for the live-action film Yatterman, starring Sho Sakurai.

With its fast tempo and a rap section by Sakurai, the difficulty level is a bit high, but the chorus is sung in unison, making it easy to learn—and guaranteed to get everyone pumped when sung together.

It’s a song that can put you in the spotlight if you nail it, so be sure to add it to your repertoire.

First Lovenaniwa danshi

Naniwa Danshi – First-Love (Ubu Love) [Official Music Video] YouTube ver.
First Lovenaniwa danshi

A seven-member idol group, Naniwa Danshi—who were household favorites on TV dramas and variety shows even before their debut—finally drop their much-anticipated debut single.

“Shoshin LOVE,” read as “Ubu Love,” is a heart-throbbing track with maximum swoon factor.

It also boasts a refreshing vibe that, in a good way, feels different from the typical Kansai Johnny’s style.

Listening to the members’ fresh, innocent vocals might help you recapture the feelings of your first love you’d forgotten.

Learn the easy-to-copy dance and let loose at karaoke!

RoarKAT-TUN

KAT-TUN – Roar [Official Music Video]
RoarKAT-TUN

This is KAT-TUN’s 28th single, released in March 2021 to mark the major milestone of their 15th anniversary.

It also drew attention for being chosen as the theme song for the NTV Saturday drama “Red Eyes: Kanshi Sosahan,” starring Kazuya Kamenashi.

The lyrics express the resolve to start walking toward the future while grappling with a present that has no clear answers, and the sound—combining fragility and strength—strikes a chord.

The arrangement, in which the three members’ vocals layer over the cool tones of piano and strings, is breathtaking.

It’s a track you’ll want to sink into when you need courage to move forward or on a quiet night when you want to face yourself.

Heroarashi

ARASHI – Hero [Official Music Video]
Heroarashi

It’s an encouraging song by Arashi filled with a warm message that affirms everyone chasing their dreams, gently giving listeners a push forward.

Released as a single in August 2004, it became widely known as the image song for NTV’s broadcasts of the Athens Olympics.

It was also used in that year’s “24-Hour Television 27: Love Saves the Earth,” adding color to many moving moments.

A refreshing pop ballad with a comfortable vocal range, it’s easy to sing at karaoke.

The chorus delivers a rousing feeling that makes you want to raise your voice together with friends, making it perfect for times when you want to cheer someone on or enjoy a sense of unity across the whole venue.