Popular Karaoke: Artist Rankings [2026]

User ManualNishino Kana57rank/position

Kana Nishino “Torisetsu” MV Full

Kana Nishino’s “Torisetsu” is a unique love song that likens me, the person, to an instruction manual.

I felt it’s a song that seems like it existed before, yet didn’t! Aside from the chorus, it’s more spoken than sung, so even those who are tone-deaf can enjoy it without worrying much about the melody line.

However, because there are a lot of words, where you breathe and where you break the phrases is important.

It might be good to sing as if you’re actually talking to someone! If you sing with no expression, your vocal placement drops into your throat and becomes straining, so try raising your eyebrows and bringing your vocal placement up to eyebrow level.

Aim to sing as lightly as possible.

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Charlesbarūn58rank/position

Charles / Balloon (self cover)

The Vocaloid song “Charles” is extremely popular among young men, and I think Balloon’s self-cover sits in a very singable range! The tempo is band-rock without being too fast compared to other Vocaloid tracks, so you can really get into it with your whole body while singing.

The tricky part is definitely the falsetto in the chorus.

If you can hit the note cleanly on the “te” part, it lands really cool.

Also, the low notes in the B-melody are distinctive.

When the pitch drops, it often becomes harder to stay on pitch, but if you keep your breath supported, your body will resonate and the notes will lock in.

In any case, diaphragmatic breathing is a must for this song.

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Crimson Lotus FlowerLiSA59rank/position

LiSA – Gurenge / THE FIRST TAKE

This is the song that was chosen as the opening theme for the anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and sparked a social phenomenon.

It’s LiSA’s 15th single, released in 2019.

The song’s structure, which exquisitely weaves together intense rock sounds with quiet sections, is captivating.

The lyrics, which sing of the protagonist facing a harsh fate and an unyielding will that won’t bend to any hardship, are sure to stir listeners’ hearts.

The chorus, where her high-tone vocals explode, is nothing short of breathtaking.

It’s guaranteed to get everyone pumped if you sing it at karaoke.

Meltryo60rank/position

Hatsune Miku "Melt"

A gem of a love song that colored the dawn of the Vocaloid scene.

Posted to Nico Nico Douga by ryo in December 2007, it had reached 11.7 million views by December 2017.

You’ll be moved by the lyrics, which straightforwardly depict a girl’s feelings of love when faced with the person she likes.

The piano-driven, fast-paced sound conveys a fluttering, racing heart.

Hatsune Miku’s vocals are also captivating—mechanical yet somehow human.

The track is included on the first album “supercell” and helped lay the foundations of Vocaloid culture.

It’s the perfect song for reminiscing about your youth or getting hyped with friends at karaoke.

somedaySaucy Dog61rank/position

Saucy Dog "Someday" MUSIC VIDEO

A ballad that blends Saucy’s signature “vulnerability and kindness.” From the intro it sounds like a full-on band track and you expect something intense, but the gentle feel from the first verse draws you in.

The song’s overall range is D3–E5, and the lift from the chorus goes into quite a high range—if you try to belt it, you probably won’t manage it.

Aim to use your breath steadily.

When adding emotion, think less about “shouting” and more about “sending your voice far.” When aiming for distance, try moving the mic slightly away from yourself—this reduces the sense of pressure and helps you relax naturally.

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Unfit to be a loverKoresawa62rank/position

Koresawa “Unqualified as a Lover” [Music Video]

Koresawa is an artist who performs without showing her face, taking the stance of “I want you to listen to the songs, not look at my face.” The teddy bear you often see seems to stand in for her! Now, since “Koibito Shikkaku” has no intro, make sure to clearly imagine the opening pitch before you start singing.

If you switch between chest voice and falsetto for the A melody, B melody, and the chorus, you may find it easier to hit the pitches accurately.

If you sing carefully with the scoring system in mind, you should be able to get higher marks.

Give it a try and practice!

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A Cruel Angel’s ThesisTakahashi Yoko63rank/position

“Cruel Angel’s Thesis” MUSIC VIDEO (HD ver.) / Zankoku na Tenshi no Te-ze “The Cruel Angel’s Thesis”

A nationally beloved anime song across generations, “A Cruel Angel’s Thesis.” Its melody line is simple, so it pairs perfectly with scoring systems.

In the A section, the pauses are crucial—don’t rush.

In the B section, the melody flows on, which can make breath timing feel tricky, but if you sing with the image of releasing your voice little by little, you’ll conserve breath and it won’t feel strenuous.

The highest note in the chorus, C5, is one you probably won’t hit accurately without some momentum.

Imagine projecting your voice far into the distance and really let it out—that’s about right! When my students adopt that mindset, they tell me, “The note came out! That felt great!” Give it a try and keep that in mind!

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