Popular Karaoke: Artist Rankings [2026]

One way to prove how widely known an artist is can be found in karaoke rankings.

They’re not just popularity polls; they’re like mirrors that reflect the trends of their time.

You can glimpse many people’s feelings in them—like “I’m into this right now” or “It reminds me of back then.” Check them out and see if your favorite song is on the list.

Playlist

Popular Karaoke: Artist Rankings [2026]
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	PretenderOfisharu Higedan Dism		A masterpiece by Official Hige Dandism that depicts the bittersweetness of love
2	Eine KleineYonezu Kenshi		A moving song that portrays feelings for a loved one and the anxiety of parting
3	bouquetback number		A song of unstable romance and deep affection
4	LokiMikito P		A moving song that left its mark on Vocaloid history
5	Ghost RuleDECO*27		Ghost Rule is a passionate and moving masterpiece.
6	KusushikiMrs. GREEN APPLE		Two sides of the same coin—words and love, sublimating complex emotions.
7	Bunny GirlAKASAKI		Temptation and the struggle with true feelings in a Showa-style melody
8	Marigoldaimyon		Aimyon’s summer love song
9	Goodbye ElegySuda Masaki		Masaki Suda’s classic: a guitar rock of decadence and hope
10	HANABIMr.Children		Mr.Children's 'HANABI' is a masterpiece and easy to sing.
11	A Little Love SongMONGOL800		MONGOL800’s signature youth punk song
12	Karakuri Pierrot40mP		40mP’s masterpiece that sings about the pain of heartbreak
13	astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN		A coming-of-age song that moves forward while carrying anxiety
14	My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS		RADWIMPS from 'Your Name.' becomes a social phenomenon.
15	waxing; filling up; becoming full; growing (e.g., the moon growing fuller)Fuji Kaze		Fujii Kaze’s love song, expressing the feeling of love
16	Amanojaku164		A Vocaloid classic that portrays a contrary, tsundere-like love
17	Peter PanYuuri		Peter Pan, Yuuri's major debut song
18	KanadeSukima Suichi		Representative hit songs by Sukima Switch
19	Only for you, clear skiesYorushika		A poignant summer youth song filled with emotion
20	Donut holehachi		A poignant rock song that expresses a sense of loss
21	cherrysupittsu		Explanation of the singing difficulty of Spitz's “Cherry”
22	broad daylightKing Gnu		King Gnu’s “Hakujitsu” is an extremely complex ballad.
23	RPGSEKAI NO OWARI		A bright theme song from a Crayon Shin-chan movie
24	cherry (sweet cherry; cherry fruit)Otsuka Ai		Ai Otsuka’s love song, with the rhythmic tones of bright brass instruments
25	Alien AlienNayutan Seijin		Super addictive! A fun Vocaloid song
26	Exploding Brain Girlrereriri		A masterpiece of Vocaloid rock, a classic by Hatsune Miku
27	Kaiju no Hanabuta (Monster’s Flower Song)Vaundy		Vaundy’s signature exhilarating guitar rock track
28	Shut up.Ado		A thrilling, cathartic track perfect for relieving stress
29	Love so sweetarashi		Arashi’s classic hit, a song that awakens memories
30	Naughty SunORANGE RANGE		ORANGE RANGE’s summer classic that fires up the heart
31	idolYOASOBI		YOASOBI's theme song for Oshi no Ko
32	beetle (specifically, a rhinoceros beetle)aiko		Aiko’s classic song “Kabutomushi” is perfect for harmony practice.
33	SaudadePorunogurafiti		The classic song Saudade by Porno Graffitti
34	Wherever you areONE OK ROCK		Harmony challenge for "Wherever you are"
35	StoryAI		The AI known for its husky voice. In the song...
36	SUNHoshino Gen		R&B and neo-soul–style Gen Hoshino: recommendations of songs suited for low vocal range
37	Ojamajo Carnival!!MAHO dō		Sing Ojamajo Carnival!!
38	366 daysHY		A representative tearjerker song that makes it easy to score high.
39	Ballad of a SingerSaitō Kazuyoshi		Kazuyoshi Saito’s love song, a heart-touching masterpiece
40	together; along with; bothWANIMA		WANIMA's signature high-energy, fast-paced song
41	powder snowRemioromen		Insert Song of 1 Litre of Tears
42	Happy SynthesizerEasy Pop		A sparkling, shimmering pop tune that makes your heart dance
43	ultra soulB’z		An iconic song that gives you the courage to chase your dreams
44	User ManualNishino Kana		A song that likens a woman's inner self to an instruction manual
45	silhouetteKANA-BOON		NARUTO theme song Silhouette, vocal performance analysis
46	The wind is blowing.ikimonogakari		It’s a staple sports cheer song, isn’t it? “The wind is blowi…”
47	Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro		Doraemon's theme song has a wide vocal range and is easy to sing.
48	youUtada Hikaru		A love-expression song by Hikaru Utada. It’s also popular for use at weddings.
49	Hated by LifeKanzaki Iori		A stunning masterpiece that portrays a view of life and death and a struggle with society.
50	Time Goes ByEvery Little Thing		A universally moving love song about love and growth
51	New Treasure IslandSakanakushon		Sakanaction’s movie theme song is overwhelming.
52	threadNakajima Miyuki		Miyuki Nakajima’s “Ito” is a masterpiece, with a timeless appeal that keeps it being sung across generations.
53	SakurazakaFukuyama Masaharu		A bittersweet love song of spring, a masterpiece by Masaharu Fukuyama
54	Beyond the Night SkySMAP		A masterpiece with a captivating, heartfelt voice and lyrics
55	SenbonzakuraKurousa-P		A song that covers a Vocaloid track using traditional Japanese instruments
56	Romantic Flightkome kome CLUB		Romantic Flight has a narrow range with an emphasis on low frequencies.
57	somedaySaucy Dog		An emotional, high-pitched ballad by Saucy
58	CHE.R.RYYUI		A coming-of-age song that depicts the pure feelings of unrequited love
59	cherry blossomKobukuro		A song brimming with Kobukuro’s acoustic vibe
60	Charlesbarūn		Composed by Balloon, a highly difficult farewell piece
61	Crimson Lotus FlowerLiSA		Demon Slayer opening theme, a rock song with lyrics by LiSA
62	Meltryo		Hatsune Miku’s youthful love song, a moving classic
63	Unfit to be a loverKoresawa		A bear artist shares tips for singing
64	The Howling of the Lost OneNeru		A heartfelt cry of a song portraying the pains of adolescence
65	A Cruel Angel’s ThesisTakahashi Yoko		The smash-hit theme song of Evangelion
66	DESIRENakamori Akina		Akina Nakamori’s signature song, a passionate classic
67	rainbow-coloredayaka		Nijiiro is an easy-to-sing and popular song.
68	Night Sky Patrol of TomorrowOrangestar		IA's signature song, a fast-paced rock track
69	DramaturgyEVE		Eve's “Dramaturgy” is a crowd-pleasing signature song.
70	HeroAmuro Namie		Namie Amuro’s uplifting song that sings of courage and hope
71	cloudy skyDOES		The iconic Gintama song “Donten” is captivating for its low register.
72	Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN		UNISON is popular among anime song-loving people in their 30s.
73	Gather ‘round! Party people!Yabai T-shatsu Yasan		An EDM party tune by Yabai T-Shirts Yasan
74	Venomkairiki bea		A rhythmically lively, fun, and captivating song
75	365 Days’ Paper AirplaneAKB48		Gently singing about life's challenges with a paper airplane
76	You are mine.Snow Man		Snow Man's refreshing love song
77	instinctShiina Ringo		Shiina Ringo's distinctive sound and powerful vocals
78	MiracleGReeeeN		An up-tempo classic sung by a dentist
79	HOWEVERGLAY		A representative ballad by GLAY
80	At all times.Makihara Noriyuki		A signature work by Noriyuki Makihara. A classic song about being yourself.
81	balladKetsumeishi		Ketsumeishi’s ballads are captivating!
82	The Future Projection IIDREAMS COME TRUE		Singing tips for Dreams Come True’s “Mirai Yosouzu II”
83	Rolling Girlwowaka		The shock and moving impact of the Vocaloid milestone “Empty”
84	SoupFujihara Sakura		Sakura Fujiwara’s debut song, produced by Masaharu Fukuyama
85	A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly		A heartwarming classic that conveys love and gratitude
86	fireworks (launched into the sky)DAOKO × Yonezu Kenshi		DAOKO and Kenshi Yonezu's collaboration song 'Uchiage Hanabi'
87	dogwood (flowering dogwood)Hitoto Yo		Yo Hitoto’s ballad wishing for love and peace
88	Bridge of Gloryyuzu		An inspiring Olympic theme song, a song of courage
89	RewriteASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION		A rock song with a fiery, heart-stirring intro
90	ORIONNakajima Mika		Singing tips for winter ballads
91	I can’t stay a daydreaming girlAikawa Nanase		As her debut single, it went on to symbolize her career…
92	water lily blossomShonan no Kaze		Shonan no Kaze’s signature summer song
93	Message of RougeMatsutōya Yumi		A classic song from the Kiki’s Delivery Service generation—sweet and nostalgic.
94	Linda LindaTHE BLUE HEARTS		Passionately singing the Blue Hearts’ moving signature song!
95	migratory bird[Alexandros]		Boosting dreams and hopes with an exhilarating song
96	single bedSha ran Q		Sharam Q’s “Single Bed” is an easy-to-sing ballad.
97	Ego Rocksurii		Surii’s Vocalo-rock expresses rebellion against society.
98	frecklesJUDY AND MARY		A signature song by JUDY AND MARY, bright and upbeat
99	Tinplate DanceHinata Denkō		A rhythmically engaging, lyric-rich song
100	Unrequited loveAimer		Falsetto practice method for Aimer’s famous song “Kataomoi”