Popular Karaoke: Artist Rankings [2026]

Linda LindaTHE BLUE HEARTS92rank/position

[Official] THE BLUE HEARTS “Linda Linda” [1st Single (1987/5/1)] THE BLUE HEARTS / Linda Linda

One of The Blue Hearts’ signature songs, and the kind you can just scream and have fun with—whether live or at karaoke! For the quiet intro, sing carefully and with feeling, then for the chorus don’t worry about pitch—just belt it out and it’ll always get everyone hyped! Momentum is important, of course, but if you just shout recklessly you’ll hurt your throat, so focus on engaging your vocal cords and resonating in your chest.

Even just placing a hand on your chest while you sing helps you feel the resonance and hear your own voice better! You might get caught up in the intensity, but don’t forget to breathe—and enjoy singing!

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Kubota Mami

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Tinplate DanceHinata Denkō93rank/position

[Hinata Denko] 'Tinplate Dance' MV

Perhaps because of its speedy rhythm and clearly articulated melody, it’s a song you’ll want to put on repeat.

The accompaniment has just the right rock feel, which is another pleasing point.

It’s hard to sing all the packed-in lyrics clearly, but once you get used to it, it’s also an easy song to sing.

It was released in 2013.

single bedSha ran Q94rank/position

Sharam Q “Single Bed” (Music Video)

The song “Single Bed,” renowned as one of the great ballads of the Heisei era, is also a signature work of Sharam Q and is still frequently sung at karaoke today.

Its range spans mid1 C# to mid2 G#, so it’s not extremely low, but because the more energetic phrases can be delivered with a rich lower–mid register, it’s a piece that lets men with lower voices showcase their appeal.

Using the hiccup vocal technique further enhances a masculine quality, so give it a try for reference.

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Ryo

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frecklesJUDY AND MARY95rank/position

Freckles – JUDY AND MARY (Full)

Known as one of JUDY AND MARY’s signature songs, this track was released in February 1996.

It was also used as the theme song for the anime Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Swordsman Romantic Story.

YUKI’s clear, soaring vocals and the catchy melody make a strong impression.

While depicting the complex feelings after a heartbreak, the lyrics still convey a positive outlook, which is part of their appeal.

It’s sure to be a hit at year-end and New Year parties’ karaoke! With a tempo that’s easy for all age groups to enjoy, it should be an easy pick for company gatherings as well.

Let’s all sing it out with energy and brighten the start of the new year!

wishsumika96rank/position

sumika / Wish [Music Video]

It’s included on the double A-side single “Negai / Higher Ground,” released on December 11, 2019, and was written as the theme song for the TV Asahi drama Ossan’s Love -in the sky-.

The overall vocal range of the song is A2–A4.

While there are high notes, you don’t need to belt them; using falsetto is fine.

The tempo isn’t too fast either, so it should be comfortable to sing.

For the low notes in the first verse, make sure to use plenty of breath and push the sound forward so it resonates without sounding muffled.

Since the melody gradually rises toward the chorus, keeping your facial muscles lifted and singing with a bright tone will help you switch into the higher register smoothly.

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Kubota Mami

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CITRUSDa-iCE97rank/position

Da-iCE / “CITRUS” (Theme song for the Nippon TV Sunday drama “The Way of the Househusband”) Music Video

This is a soul-stirring rock ballad that conveys a strong will to push forward on the path you believe in.

Released as a single in November 2020, it was used as the theme song for the NTV Sunday drama “The Way of the Househusband.” Written by members Daiki Kudo and Sota Hanamura, this important track is also included on the album “SiX.” Its emotional vocals intertwine with a powerful, weighty sound to set listeners’ hearts ablaze.

It’s also known for winning the 63rd Japan Record Awards.

The overwhelmingly high notes in the chorus offer outstanding singability.

Recommended for when you want to sing with full emotion or challenge your upper range.

Belt it out at karaoke and your everyday stress is sure to blow away.

Unrequited loveAimer98rank/position

Aimer “Kataomoi” MUSIC VIDEO (FULL ver.)

This is a 2016 song by Aimer.

“Kataomoi” is characterized by a tearful, emotive vocal tone.

Rather than being a song sung entirely in falsetto, there are moments where the high phrases are sung in falsetto or a mixed voice.

It might be good for those trying falsetto for the first time or practicing it.

A suggested progression is: first, learn to sing it in chest voice → then sing the parts that feel high with a stronger, mix-leaning approach → then challenge yourself with falsetto.

In the end, if you’re not used to either chest or falsetto, you’ll use more breath than you think.

It’s important to focus on diaphragmatic breathing and take in plenty of air.

When producing sound, aim to resonate in the head and try to let the voice out as gently as possible.

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