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[Stylish & Cool] Trending Now! The Newest Hit and Popular Japanese Songs You’ll Want to Sing at Karaoke

A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerAraki Jakkan
I’ve worked in a variety of roles—regardless of pro or amateur settings—including live event PA, cameraman for video and photography, restaurant staff, and logistics center staff. I now spend my days as a part-time writer. I’ve contributed to music and manga websites with feature/review articles, and wrote the liner notes included as a bonus for 1st PLACE Inc.’s “IA SUPER BEST.” As for my music background, I started playing guitar in junior high and focused on band activities during my school years. For over 15 years since then, up to the present, I’ve continued releasing original tracks as a Vocaloid producer. My areas of expertise are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.
POPS writer/editorKEI
Since discovering music during my school days, I’ve mainly listened to Japanese and Korean pop. I have experience writing articles for sites like Utaten. 2000s J-pop and 2010s K-pop were especially the soundtrack of my youth. With the mindset that “good is good,” I enjoy music across genres. Thanks to past work environments and their influence, I was exposed to lots of classic rock and kayōkyoku (Japanese popular songs), which may have broadened the scope of what I love. At RAG MUSIC, I currently focus on K-pop and J-pop. I strive to edit with a feel for the scene and an eye for hit potential.

“I want to sing stylish, cool songs at karaoke.” “I want to go to karaoke with my junior colleagues, but I don’t know any recent songs.” Do you have these kinds of worries too?

There must be many people who want to regularly take in cool new songs and practice them.

But it’s tough to keep checking lots of songs on your own, right?

So in this article, we’ve put together a feature on the latest cool karaoke songs!

Be sure to find the perfect track for you.

[Stylish & Cool] Trending Now! The Latest Hit and Popular J-Pop Songs You’ll Want to Sing at Karaoke (81–90)

Emeraldback number

back number – Emerald

Emeraldback number

Emerald, which was chosen as the theme song for the Sunday drama Dangerous Venus.

While keeping its catchy appeal, the digital rock sound that opened up a new side of back number is so polished it’s almost a little frightening.

The eerie vibe that matches the drama’s mysterious world is really cool! It’s also perfect for when you want to create a different atmosphere than usual.

I’d love to sing it while imitating Iyori Shimizu’s understated yet slightly mournful vocal delivery!

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You’re not alone.kohanaramu

Kohanarumu “You’re Not Alone” Official Music Video

You’re not alone.kohanaramu

It’s a warm dance tune with Chinese-inspired elements.

The lyrics, which feel like they gently stay by the side of those who feel lonely, really resonate.

Released in April 2024, it drew attention as the theme song for the 5th-anniversary movie of the online mahjong game “Mahjong Soul.” This 13th single by Kohanaramu was written and composed by Guiano, known as a Vocaloid producer.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when you’ve lost confidence or need someone’s encouragement.

If you sing it at karaoke, it’ll surely warm your heart.

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RISING SOULSandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu

RISING SOUL

RISING SOULSandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu

Turn the karaoke room into a club with this stylish dance tune! This track by the dance-vocal group Sandaime J Soul Brothers from EXILE TRIBE was released in November 2020.

Created under the theme “Energize Japan,” it features lyrics with an uplifting, positive message.

It’s an emotional number where speed and intensity blend perfectly.

Rather than singing it solo, it sounds like a blast to belt it out together with everyone you came to karaoke with!

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I just got dumped by a terrible you.Uno Misako (AAA)

Misako Uno (AAA) / I just got dumped by the worst you

I just got dumped by a terrible you.Uno Misako (AAA)

Why do people fall in love, I wonder… This is a heartbreak song that makes you think about that.

It’s sung by Misako Uno, a member of the popular performance group AAA.

It was released as a digital single in November 2020.

The delicate vocals blend beautifully with the gentle piano tones that resonate throughout the track, and it really hits you in the heart.

It might even make you recall an old love.

When you sing it at karaoke, try not to belt it out—focus on singing softly and gently to convey the song’s world.

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No, it’s fine.Mirei Touyama

Mirei Touyama 'Iya Iiya' Music Video

No, it's fine. Mirei Toyama

The honest feelings that are so hard to say out loud… It’s a heartbreakingly painful song to listen to.

It’s a track by singer-songwriter Mirei Touyama, who’s also highly regarded as a dancer, released digitally in November 2020.

Her delicate, ephemeral vocals match the imagery of the lyrics perfectly—they really hit home.

If you’re in love right now, many of you will probably relate.

It might be a good one to sing when you’re struggling with your relationship or want to shake off the gloom of a breakup.

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