Popular Karaoke. Band Rankings [2026]

366 daysHY15rank/position

HY – 366 Days (Official Music Video)

A signature ballad by HY, released in 2008 and widely known as the theme song for the film “Red Thread.” “366 Days” has been covered by many artists and is especially popular.

It’s basically composed in a lower range; if you resonate in your mouth and sing with a deep tone, you can achieve a powerful voice like Izumi Nakasone’s.

The key is switching to falsetto in the pre-chorus—if you don’t nail that, it feels hard to flow smoothly into the chorus.

Aim gently and accurately for the pitch bar there.

The chorus builds up a lot, so singing with an explosive burst of emotion should also help enhance your expressiveness!

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Kubota Mami

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powder snowRemioromen16rank/position

Remioromen – Powder Snow

A perfect song for emotional expression and pitch control, known as a classic winter ballad.

Highly recommended for those who want to strengthen the fundamentals of male vocals! Many of you may already know it, but the chorus is really high, isn’t it? Both low and high notes matter in singing.

Don’t just practice the high notes—master the low range too so your voice doesn’t get muffled.

Use plenty of breath, release your voice slowly straight ahead, and stay mindful of the low notes.

The song structure builds clearly from verse A to verse B to the chorus, so imagine steadily gaining momentum toward the high parts.

Also, syllables starting with “N” can get nasal and be hard to start cleanly! Project more firmly and farther than you think when you pronounce them.

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silhouetteKANA-BOON17rank/position

KANA-BOON “Silhouette” Music Video

It’s the opening theme from the anime “Naruto Shippuden,” hugely popular among teenage boys! It’s sure to get the crowd going at karaoke! When you sing it, focus on the key points: keep a solid sense of tempo, feel the occasional bouncy rhythms, and pay attention to the falsetto in the chorus.

With fast-tempo band songs, it’s easy to get excited and speed up as you sing.

Try not to sway your body too much—stay centered so you can maintain a steady rhythm.

For the bouncy rhythm, lightly use your knees to move up and down and you’ll nail the timing.

Make sure your falsetto resonates in your head voice! Overall, I recommend singing lightly with a bright, heady resonance.

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The wind is blowing.ikimonogakari18rank/position

Ikimonogakari 'The Wind Is Blowing' Music Video

It’s a classic sports cheer song, isn’t it? “Kaze ga Fuiteiru” was released in 2012 as their 24th single.

It was chosen as the theme song for NHK’s broadcasts of the London Olympics and Paralympics.

If you watched avidly, it’s probably a song that stayed with you.

True to its title, the melody and vocals evoke the image of wind blowing through—truly beautiful.

It’s so easy to sing that you might find yourself humming it without thinking.

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Araki Jakkan

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New Treasure IslandSakanakushon19rank/position

Sakanaction / New Treasure Island -Music Video-

A signature dance track by Sakanaction, released in September 2015 as the theme song for the film Bakuman.

The balance between its somewhat nostalgic synth tones and overwhelming catchiness is superb, isn’t it? Even when anxiety wavers you, the strong will to keep crafting with care is sure to resonate with anyone giving their all.

Its popularity is high, and its power to ignite crowds at live shows is truly one of a kind.

Paired with its surreal, unique choreography, dancing it as a group for a skit or performance will undoubtedly make for an unforgettable memory!

somedaySaucy Dog20rank/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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cloudy skyDOES21rank/position

DOES 'Donten' (TV Tokyo anime 'Gintama' opening theme)

As the opening theme for the fifth season of the TV Tokyo anime Gintama, a lot of people probably think of Don’ten when they hear Gintama! DOES is a band whose lower registers resonate more than the high ones.

It’s a rock track popular with men for karaoke, where stable low notes and a raw expressive style are key to high scores! The song itself is short at about three minutes.

Even first-time listeners can pick up Don’ten easily, and it’s highly recommended for rock fans! The trick to low notes is to use your breath well and release your voice slowly straight ahead.

If you push your voice out, the low notes resonate more and you can hear your own singing better.

That, of course, makes it easier to stay on pitch.

It’s important to get your voice solidly into the mic when you sing.

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