For those often referred to as the “Yutori Generation,” a familiar way to relieve stress might be karaoke.
Whether you’re belting it out alone without worrying about anyone else, or getting hyped with friends, it’s always fun.
So this time, we’re introducing karaoke songs recommended for the Yutori Generation.
We’ve compiled a wide range of tracks—songs that are easy to add call-and-response to, songs that make you want to dance while you sing, and songs we’d love for you to sing tenderly—so we hope you’ll find it helpful.
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A lineup of classic hits! Karaoke songs recommended for the Yutori Generation (1–10)
Goodbye ElegySuda Masaki
A song that portrays the aching feelings of love and the emotions of parting.
Released in February 2018, this track was chosen as the theme song for a Nippon TV drama series and captured the hearts of many.
Masaki Suda’s expressive vocals and the delicate lyrics create a worldview that deeply resonates with anyone experiencing heartbreak or the complexities of relationships.
Alongside its dramatic development, the piece also conveys a strength that refuses to give up hope.
It’s a song you’ll want to sing with feeling at karaoke, and it’s recommended both for gatherings with friends and for refreshing your mood on your own.
ChankapanaNEWS
A NEWS track with an exotic vibe that evokes the heat of summer.
It’s an upbeat, Asian-flavored pop song with a catchy chorus.
Released in July 2012, it topped the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
It’s a perfect pick for anyone looking to get the energy up at summer karaoke.
The highlight is the members’ spoken lines right before the final chorus, so it could be fun to sing along with friends.
For those of the yutori generation, it may be a nostalgic song that brings back memories of their youth.
Marigoldaimyon
This song is characterized by a warm melody that gently embraces the bittersweet feelings of youthful love.
Released in August 2018, it has become one of Aimyon’s signature tracks, loved by many listeners, with over 500 million streams.
Its nostalgic lyrics, which overlay summer scenery with romance, vividly bring back memories of love that everyone has experienced.
For karaoke, the relaxed tempo and relatively low-key melody line make it easy to sing.
It’s perfect not only for livening up a gathering with friends but also for singing with heartfelt feelings for someone special.
Effeminate; overly sentimental; being clingy/whiny (context-dependent)Gōruden Bonbā
The seventh single by Golden Bomber, a band that established its own unique genre as a visual kei air band and is highly regarded for the quality of its songs.
Released in October 2009, this track is known as one of the band’s signature songs, blending the melancholy of Showa-era pop with a modern rock sound.
Its distinctive yet simple choreography—starting with the window-wiping dance—is guaranteed to liven up any karaoke session with friends.
It’s a massive hit packed with diverse musical elements that just about everyone knows.
cherry (sweet cherry; cherry fruit)Otsuka Ai
This was Ai Otsuka’s second single, the one that put her name on the map.
Its charming lyrics and catchy melody make listeners feel happy.
Released in December 2003, the song was also used as the ending theme for the variety show “Mecha-Mecha Iketeru!” and became a hot topic.
It was included on the album LOVE PUNCH, and a self-cover version was released in 2013.
It’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser at karaoke for all genders.
With built-in call-and-response hooks that make you want to join in, it’s a quintessential 2000s karaoke staple that you can’t help but sing along to when someone starts it.
Heavy rotationAKB48
This is the 17th major single by AKB48, known for their concept of “idols you can go meet.” Featuring a catchy melody and invigorating rock sound, it was released in August 2010 with Yuko Oshima as the center.
The song, which begins with a call-and-response chant, expresses the feeling of being in love and thinking about someone all day long.
The music video directed by Mika Ninagawa is also striking and gained popularity among fans.
It’s a song that gets everyone excited at karaoke and is beloved across generations.
Ms. Hanako on a high pedestalback number
Depicting a bittersweet love, this song is beloved by many as one of the band’s signature tracks.
Its lyrics, which portray a man pining for a woman he admires, resonate deeply with listeners.
Released in June 2013 as the band’s eighth single, it was also included on the album “Love Story.” In 2019, it was featured in a Kirin Brewery commercial, helping it reach a broad audience.
It’s also a popular choice for karaoke, making it perfect for livening up a night out with friends.
With its melodic, easy-to-sing tune, it’s a safe pick even for those who aren’t confident in their karaoke skills.