[July Karaoke Songs] Carefully selected summer classics and popular Japanese summer hits!

R.Y.U.S.E.ISandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu

Sandaime J SOUL BROTHERS from EXILE TRIBE / “R.Y.U.S.E.I.” Music Video

When it comes to signature songs by Sandaime J SOUL BROTHERS, “R.Y.U.S.E.I.” is the one.

Beyond the track itself, the “Running Man” dance that appears during the interlude became a hot topic, with everyone from kids to adults copying it.

The song has a sophisticated mood, but it gradually builds toward the chorus, then bursts open into a dance tune when the hook hits.

It’s the kind of number that will get everyone hyped—sing it at karaoke and the whole room will probably start dancing.

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utatane

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sparklerUeda Momoka

Monoka Ueda “Sparklers (Senko Hanabi)” Available 11/17

When it comes to a summer song by Momoka Ueda, the much-talked-about high school singer-songwriter, it has to be “Senko Hanabi.” It’s a 2021 single available on various streaming services, and it captures the delicate feelings of first love that are so characteristic of high school.

The lyrics depict the days of July spent yearning for a promised day in early August, and I imagine many people will feel their hearts race as they’re reminded of that time.

I think those who are currently experiencing high school life in real time will relate too, so definitely give it a listen!

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Hamada Takuya

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BoyhoodInoue Yosui

Yosui Inoue – Shonen Jidai (Live) NHK Hall 2014/5/22

Speaking of Yosui Inoue, he’s known as the singer-songwriter behind the early smash hit “Yume no Naka e.” Surprisingly, however, his biggest hit actually came later, with this song released in 1990.

Inoue’s greatest appeal lies in his beautiful, lustrous voice, and this track truly showcases the essence of his artistry.

His rich, resonant singing stands in stark contrast to Takuro Yoshida—his contemporary and, in a sense, rival.

It was precisely this gorgeous vocal timbre that captivated so many female fans.

It’s not an easy song to sing, but if you can deliver it coolly and beautifully on a summer night, you’re sure to delight the women at the table.

The Day I Become the Wind SomedayHajime Chitose

Chitose Hajime - The Day I Become the Wind, Yomitan Festival, 2015-10-30

Someday I’ll Become the Wind is a song by Chitose Hajime released in 2003.

Many of you may remember it as the CM song for au by KDDI’s “Everyone’s Summer” commercial.

It’s a gently soothing track that feels like being cradled by a vast, drifting sea.

I think listeners of any generation can connect it with their own nostalgic summer scenes and memories.

While summer often brings to mind upbeat dance numbers, if you’d like to enjoy karaoke with a soothing song that’s the complete opposite, be sure to pick this one!

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sasashina

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The High-Class Mermaid of the ShoreKoizumi Kyoko

Sophisticated Mermaid of the Shore (Kyoko Koizumi) cover ♪ Chinami (Dan Ishida and New Burikko)

Here is the 9th single released by Kyoko Koizumi in 1984.

It reached number one on the Oricon weekly chart.

The lyrics were written by Chinfa Kan, and the music and arrangement were by Koji Makaino; the distinctive lyrics left a strong impression.

It’s upbeat and easy to sing without worrying too much about pitch, so it’s great for getting the crowd going at karaoke.

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Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

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