Popular Karaoke. Band Rankings [2026]

READY STEADY GOL’Arc〜en〜Ciel64rank/position

L’Arc～en～Ciel「READY STEADY GO」-Music Clip-

The 22nd single “READY STEADY GO,” used as the second opening theme for the TV anime Fullmetal Alchemist.

It was the first track released after their return to activity in 2004, and its exhilarating, fast-paced ensemble thrilled fans who had been eagerly awaiting their comeback.

Overall, the vocal range is narrow, and since the melody isn’t as fast as the drum beat, it’s relatively easy to sing at karaoke.

However, be careful not to miss the pitch, as there’s a leap at the end of the chorus.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Get WildTM NETWORK65rank/position

TM NETWORK | Get Wild（from How Do You Crash It？）

This work combines a sense of speed like racing through the city at night with a powerful message about facing hardships while sharing pain and dreams.

The story-like lyrics penned by Mitsuko Komuro make it no exaggeration to call it a national song with outstanding recognition across generations.

Released as a single in April 1987, it became TM NETWORK’s first song to break into the Top Ten and stands as one of their signature tracks.

It’s also included on the classic album “Gift for Fanks.” Created with the intention of serving as the ending theme for the anime City Hunter, it excels in delivering a refreshing vibe that links seamlessly with the series.

It’s easy to sing at karaoke and extremely popular, so if you want to liven up a party, definitely consider adding it to your setlist next time.

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THE YELLOW MONKEY – JAM

Released on the leap day of February 29, 1996, this was THE YELLOW MONKEY’s ninth single and the signature song that cemented their breakthrough.

It reached No.

6 on the Oricon Weekly Chart, sold approximately 600,000 copies in total, and earned Gold and Platinum certifications.

It’s a triplet ballad in C major; if you focus on the drums, it’s especially easy to feel the rhythm and get into the groove.

The overall vocal range is D3 to F#4, which seems very comfortable to sing.

To avoid sounding flat when you sing, try rocking your whole body back and forth and be mindful of accents!

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Kubota Mami

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REBECCA “Friends” Official Music Video

This song, which depicts the faint romantic feelings of youth, is known as a signature track by REBECCA, a band that epitomized the 1980s.

It was released in October 1985 and was used as the ending theme for the Nippon TV drama “Half-Potato na Oretachi.” NOKKO’s powerful vocals and the striking sound leave a lasting impression, making it a song that resonates with many listeners.

The chorus is especially energizing, and singing it at karaoke will help you feel a strong sense of unity with those around you.

It’s a perfect choice for fun times with friends or when you want to blow off some steam.

Why not enjoy a heartwarming karaoke session filled with nostalgia?

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Bakufu Slump - Runner (High Quality)

That intro alone is enough to raise your body temperature—surely everyone’s heard it at least once.

A signature song by Bakufu Slump, this rock number captivates with its exhilarating drive and fiery message.

While it paints scenes from a track-and-field club, the behind-the-scenes story that it actually sings about parting ways with a band member is especially moving.

Released as a single in October 1988, it was also included on the album “HIGH LANDER.” At the time, it became widely known through its use as background music on the TV show “Genius! Takeshi’s Genki ga Deru TV!!” When you need a push on your back, why not belt it out at karaoke?

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ZIGGY「GLORIA」

ZIGGY is one of the rock bands that sparked the band boom of the ’80s.

Their hallmark sound was influenced by LA metal and bad-boys rock, and they were especially known for their upbeat songs.

Speaking of ZIGGY’s classics, isn’t “GLORIA” the first that comes to mind? The vocal line in this song spans a fairly narrow range, from mid1 G to mid2 G, and the pitch movement isn’t very dramatic.

There’s a hi C used as a vocal embellishment, but since this is an ad-lib section that doesn’t earn extra points in karaoke scoring, you don’t need to stick to the original pitch there if the height is too demanding.

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Ryo

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Tsubasa

A rock ballad depicting youthful farewells and new departures.

Released on September 22, 2004, it was Under Graph’s major-label debut single, and many people of that generation surely got hooked on Tsubasa! The overall vocal range is E3 to A4, which should be comfortable for men who sing regularly.

If you’re aiming for a high karaoke score, the key is to keep the high notes in the chorus steady and balance power with a touch of wistfulness.

Since the lyrics are clearly articulated, focusing on crisp vowel pronunciation will also help you match the pitch bar more easily.

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Kubota Mami

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