Popular Karaoke: Artist Rankings [2026]

SUNHoshino Gen36rank/position

Gen Hoshino – SUN (Official Video)

Gen Hoshino is a singer-songwriter who enjoys wide popularity for his broad musical range, from stylish tracks rooted in R&B and neo-soul to catchy, pop-leaning songs.

He has many classics, but the one I especially recommend for men with particularly low voices is SUN.

This piece sits in an average vocal range of mid1 D# to hi A.

While the arrangement highlights the lower register typical of Hoshino’s vocal quality, the hi A may feel slightly low as a ceiling for men with deep voices, so consider lowering the key with that note as your reference point.

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Ryo

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Ojamajo Carnival!!MAHO dō37rank/position

Ojamajo Carnival!!

Ojamajo Carnival!! is an upbeat, bright, and energetic song.

It’s surprisingly popular at karaoke, and I sing it often too! When you listen, it can sound tricky, but once you actually try singing it, the range isn’t that demanding; as long as you lock into the rhythm, it’s an anime song where high scores are easy to aim for.

That said, the tempo is fast, so the lyrics will end up being a bit of a tongue-twister.

If you move your body too much to keep the beat, you might slip off, so it might help to keep a slightly forward-leaning posture! Interestingly, Masaaki Endoh, known for his tokusatsu songs, has also covered Ojamajo Carnival!! His version is pretty rock-heavy—so much so that from the intro you might be like, “Huh?” because it barely resembles the original—but men should definitely give Endoh’s version a listen!

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Kubota Mami

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366 daysHY38rank/position

HY – 366 Days (Official Music Video)

A signature “tearjerker” song known for its overwhelmingly relatable lyrics and heartrending vocals.

Though released in 2008, it became the motif for a TV drama in 2024 and a film in 2025, and vocalist Izumi Nakasone has collaborated with various artists—proof that the song has been loved for a long time.

It’s also famous as a “high-scoring” karaoke pick; I can actually score over 90 on it, so I highly recommend it.

While it’s on the longer side, the structure is easy to grasp, with clear peak moments that make expressive singing more attainable.

For the long tones, watch the pitch bar and sustain firmly to the end, and be mindful of switching between chest voice and falsetto.

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Kubota Mami

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Ballad of a SingerSaitō Kazuyoshi39rank/position

Kazuyoshi Saito – Ballad of a Singer (2008 Ver.) [Music Video]

It’s a song that makes you want to sing while thinking of someone special on those long autumn nights when you somehow crave human warmth.

It’s one of singer-songwriter Kazuyoshi Saito’s signature tracks, depicting the love of a clumsy protagonist who can only convey his true feelings through song.

The lyrics, which carry straightforward emotions that are hard to say in everyday life, are beautiful and hit you right in the heart.

Released in November 1997 as his 15th single, the song is well-known for being covered by many artists and for being chosen as the theme song for the 2017 animated film Lu Over the Wall.

With the warm tones of the acoustic guitar and Saito’s gentle vocals resonating deeply, it’s also a great choice to sing with all your heart at karaoke.

together; along with; bothWANIMA40rank/position

WANIMA – Together (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

It’s WANIMA’s second single and was used in Nivea Kao’s “8×4 Body Fresh” commercial.

The chorus really sticks in your head—even for me.

The overall vocal range is G#3 to D#5, which is on the higher side, and the tempo is an ultra-fast BPM 254, but if you lock into the band’s rhythm and sing along, your energy will definitely rise and it should actually make it easier to project your voice! If you let your guard down even for a moment, your pitch will drop into your throat and it’ll get harder to sing, so you need to keep your facial muscles lifted at all times.

For the rapid-fire section in the latter half, first run through the melody line and pronounce it lightly to get it under your belt!

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Kubota Mami

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powder snowRemioromen41rank/position

Remioromen – Powder Snow

Released on November 16, 2005, this single became a huge hit as an insert song for the drama “1 Litre of Tears.” It’s a classic ballad written and composed by vocalist Ryota Fujimaki that portrays winter scenery and the bittersweet distance between a man and a woman.

Many people, regardless of gender, love to take on this song.

I actually sing it with the key raised, and the sustained notes in the chorus feel amazing to sing—highly recommended.

Rather than holding a long tone at the ends of phrases, this song’s image is to sustain from the start of the chorus while shifting the pitch.

Don’t forget to take a breath before the chorus, and enjoy singing!

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Kubota Mami

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Happy SynthesizerEasy Pop42rank/position

[Megurine Luka, GUMI] Happy Synthesizer [Original Song]

A pop tune that makes your heart dance with sparkling, shimmering synth sounds! This song by EasyPop was released in November 2010.

Its bright, lighthearted vibe, catchy melody, and the lyrics’ message of “wanting to send your feelings to someone special” are all wonderful.

How about becoming the star by singing it energetically at karaoke? Of course, it’s great solo, but since it’s a duet, it’s also recommended to sing with a friend.