[2026] Songs I want to sing at karaoke in June: classic tracks about rain and more

June brideZa Pīnattsu

The Peanuts, June Bride

The Peanuts are a duo from Aichi Prefecture, consisting of sisters Emi Ito (older) and Yumi Ito (younger).

They have many songs featuring beautiful two-person harmonies.

Among them, June Bride, released in 1964, is a perfect song for June with its lovely melody.

Wrapped in the festive atmosphere of a wedding, this song is sure to brighten your mood just by listening.

And if two women perform it as a duet, it will make you feel even more positive!

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UFO [Furitsuke] / PINK LADY

This song, released in 1977 by Pink Lady, the female idol duo that produced numerous hits from the late 1970s through the 1980s, was created by the golden duo of lyricist Yū Aku and composer Shunichi Tokura.

Their innovative choreography shines in this track as well—the “UFO” pose in the intro is something everyone remembers imitating.

The song itself is, of course, excellent, but when it comes to Pink Lady, it’s ultimately the choreography that truly defines them.

cherry (sweet cherry; cherry fruit)Otsuka Ai

Ai Otsuka / Sakuranbo

This song, which likens the flutter and joy of romance to sweet, juicy fruit, is a perfect fit for early summer.

Over the span of two years, a couple quarrels yet cares for each other, coming to cherish the days they spend together—a story brightly portrayed with a lively rhythm and brassy arrangements.

Released in December 2003, the track was included on the album “LOVE PUNCH,” and was also used as the opening theme for TBS’s COUNT DOWN TV and the ending theme for Fuji TV’s Mecha-Mecha Iketeru!.

Brimming with pop energy that captures both a forward-looking spirit and the exhilaration of love, this piece is ideal for a fresh early-summer morning or the time spent waiting to meet someone special.

A midsummer passing showerUtada Hikaru

Hikaru Utada – Midsummer Shower

Speaking of June, it’s the rainy season with lots of precipitation.

Hikaru Utada’s “Manatsu no Toori Ame” (A Passing Summer Shower) is a ballad that perfectly suits this time of year.

It’s a very famous song, so I’m sure many of you know it.

It’s definitely a ballad you’ll want to try singing at karaoke in this early-summer season.

sound of rainHoshino Gen

Gen Hoshino – Raindrop Sounds (Live at Saitama Super Arena 2017)

A gem of a pop tune by Gen Hoshino that delicately captures the feelings of a rainy day.

With a minimal yet meticulously crafted arrangement, the harmonies woven by piano, percussion, and refined guitar tones beautifully portray the moist, subdued scenery of rain.

Included on the October 2016 single “Koi,” this track captivates with an introspective tone distinct from the title song.

It’s a piece you’ll want to listen to quietly by the window during the rainy season, as you listen to the sound of the rain.

It will gently keep you company even when you’re feeling down.

Rainy Moondōyō

Rainy Moon | Children's song for rainy days and the rainy season | With lyrics | Ichigo Club

This children’s song, “Amefuri Otsukisan” (The Moon in the Rain), likens the moon to a bride, and there are said to be two interpretations of its lyrics.

One is that Ujō Noguchi, who wrote the lyrics, composed it to show compassion for his wife, who rode on horseback in the rain and took two days to come to him as a bride—an interpretation that reflects the customs of the time when the song was written.

The other is that it was written about Noguchi’s daughter, who passed away at a young age—perhaps expressing a father’s feelings as he imagines his daughter reaching marrying age and becoming a bride.

Although the melody is sorrowful, just reading the lyrics alone is enough to make one’s heart ache.

rainHitsuji Bungaku

rain

A song by Hitsujibungaku that radiates an introspective atmosphere.

The gentle, delicate guitar tones and the clear, translucent vocals seep into the heart like rain—many listeners may find themselves on the verge of tears.

It was included on the demo EP “BlUE.ep” in September 2016, and later featured on the nationwide CD release “Tunneling Through” in October 2017.

This piece delicately portrays themes of loneliness and hope, beautifully blending elements of alternative rock and dream pop.

It’s recommended for the rainy season, when you want to quietly sort out your feelings while watching the rain flow outside the window.

Encountering this song, which gently moistens the heart, will surely bring you comfort.