Karaoke songs I want to sing at night
We’ve compiled a collection of Japanese-lyric songs that are perfect for nighttime karaoke.
Rather than filtering strictly by the theme of “night,” we’ve selected tracks that simply feel just right to sing at night.
Whether you’re having a lively time with friends in a late-night karaoke box or belting it out at a karaoke snack bar, these picks are great for a variety of situations.
Karaoke songs I want to sing at night (1–10)
A long nightMatsuyama Chiharu
A smash hit released in 1981.
One of Chiharu Matsuyama’s signature songs, this classic Showa-era ballad straightforwardly conveys the “ache of a man’s heart.” The overall vocal range spans D3 to D5, and it’s a song most people can handle if they sing the talk-like phrasing in the verses and release fully in the chorus for contrast.
However, since the chorus jumps up into higher notes, be careful not to strain your throat.
Like Matsuyama himself, keeping your eyebrows raised while singing makes the high notes much easier to hit—highly recommended! When you project your voice, don’t hesitate—use instant power and send it far.
I long to see you now.MISIA
A karaoke song by MISIA, whose overwhelming vocal sense and high-quality track give her the presence worthy of being called a top-tier artist.
It’s crafted to enhance the mood of the night with a moody feel, radiating the presence of a great track that makes you want to sing along.
Tonight is Boogie BackOzawa Kenji feat. Suchadarapaa
A fun track by Kenji Ozawa and Scha Dara Parr that combines a poppy melody with smooth, feel-good rap.
It captures the excitement of meeting up with friends at night and the anticipation of the great time that’s about to start—you might find your body moving to the beat before you know it.
Released in March 1994 in two versions, it became widely loved in part because it was used as the theme song for Tamori’s Super Vocabulary Heaven.
It’s perfect for splitting parts and singing at karaoke, so give it a try with everyone!
Agate Caressed by NightAyase
A beautiful ballad from Ayase’s solo project that poignantly paints the depths of the night.
Included on the first EP, “Ghost City Tokyo,” released in November 2019, this piece vividly portrays the emotions of a man and woman who have no choice but to decide on parting from a loved one.
In a city after the last train has gone, a young man looks back on their relationship; his frustrated feelings as he senses the approaching goodbye are conveyed alongside an urban, mellow sound.
The wavering between wishing for a night with no terminus and trying to accept reality—tenderness toward the other person and a lingering regret—soaks into the heart with the melancholic melody line.
It’s a work that shines with adult sophistication and delicate emotional expression, perfect for a late-night drive or quiet time.
moonlightOnitsuka Chihiro
A karaoke song by Chihiro Onitsuka, whose lyrics that keep you company on lonely nights and distinctive vocal phrasing create a bewitching world.
Its night-sky motif blends seamlessly with the nighttime theme, making it both comforting and irresistible to sing, a testament to its high level of polish.
Stop this nightJUJU
This is a karaoke song by JUJU, whose impressive skill lets her effortlessly sing across many genres, including R&B, house, and ballads.
It has a stylish atmosphere that sets a sweet nighttime mood and a composition that makes you want to sing along.
OrionNakajima Mika
This is a karaoke song by Mika Nakashima, an artist who has also worked as an actress thanks to her husky vocals and exceptional looks.
It has an atmosphere that perfectly suits the mood of the night sky, making you want to sing it with a calm heart.