Songs that make you popular at karaoke: Japanese hits that are a hit with the opposite sex
“What songs will get a good reaction?” Choosing tracks for karaoke is a dilemma for both men and women.
If possible, you want to make a good impression on the opposite sex and be popular, right? Many people feel that way.
Going for laughs with a gag song to liven up the mood is cool in its own right, but delivering a performance that makes the opposite sex’s eyes sparkle—that would be awesome.
So in this article, we’ve carefully selected J-pop songs from our site that are popular with the opposite sex and are perfect for karaoke.
Since there are quite a few love songs, your special someone might just start seeing you in a new light.
Songs that make you popular at karaoke: Top 1–10 Japanese hits that are a hit with the opposite sex
RomanticismNEW!Mrs. GREEN APPLE
A track by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE brimming with vibrant, bouncing pop sensibility that portrays human love and impulses.
Released in April 2019 as their ninth single, this song was written specifically for Shiseido SEA BREEZE’s TV commercial “Deo & Water: Fateful Bear.” It was later included on the acclaimed album Attitude.
Motoki Omori’s soaring high-tone vocals and the euphoric melody are truly captivating.
Though it’s challenging and worth tackling, if you can sing it smoothly at karaoke, you’re sure to steal the spotlight! Wrapped in the sweet-and-sour atmosphere of youth, it’s the perfect choice when you want to appeal to someone you’re interested in.
TorikoNEW!Nissy
This is a dance tune with a pop, breezy melody and a beat that makes you want to move.
The track is by Nissy, who is active as a member of AAA and highly regarded as a solo entertainer.
Released as a single in September 2018, it was created as the theme song for the film “Ano Ko no, Toriko.” The song is a happy number that brightly portrays the thrill and flutter of falling in love.
The cute couple dance in the music video also became a hot topic.
In karaoke, if you sing with a smile to the light, catchy rhythm, you’re sure to captivate women.
It’s recommended for men who want to impress in front of someone they’re interested in, or when there’s a special someone in the room.
PretenderOfisharu Higedan Dism
This is a song by Official HIGE DANDism about a man’s unrequited love for a woman.
It’s a bit challenging, so if you can sing it well, it’s sure to be a hit at karaoke.
The lyrics capture the feelings of a man in unrequited love, making it popular with women too, and it’s recommended for men who want to make women’s hearts flutter at karaoke.
Practice and set up a karaoke plan!
Happy Endingback number
Saying you want to present a warmer side of yourself might sound a bit off, but if you want to show that kind of vibe to women, their songs are a perfect fit.
Happy End by the rock band back number was released in 2016 and was used as the theme song for the film My Tomorrow, Your Yesterday.
It’s a guitar rock ballad about a love where, despite being in love, the couple has to part ways.
Its deep worldbuilding captivates listeners regardless of gender.
Spot the differenceSuda Masaki
Men who want to express their feelings to someone they like through a song should definitely keep this in mind.
It’s “Machigai Sagashi,” sung by Masaki Suda, who’s also popular as an actor.
Chosen as the theme song for the drama “Perfect World,” it became a hot topic.
His powerful vocals come straight at you and pierce the heart.
Many listeners might find scenes from the drama coming to mind as they listen.
The lyrics, which speak to how precious “you” are, stir the emotions.
The songwriting and production were handled by singer-songwriter Kenshi Yonezu.
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Although it’s a song by a female artist, it sounds incredibly cool when sung by a man.
I often see people performing it at street shows.
If you’re a man who can hit high notes, it might be worth trying at least once.
Because it’s a difficult song, how good it sounds really depends on your vocal ability.
From Me to Youflumpool
Released in 2010, this is their fifth major single and the theme song for the film “Kimi ni Todoke.” It features flumpool’s signature refreshing yet bittersweet melody.
The song expresses the feelings of Kazehaya, the other main character in “KimiTodo,” and it brings to mind the smile of Haruma Miura, who played him.
It’s a real crowd-pleaser and leaves a great impression on both men and women.
