Popular Karaoke. Band Rankings [2026]

DiamondsPRINCESS PRINCESS50rank/position

Princess Princess 'Diamonds <Diamond>'

When it comes to Princess Princess’s signature songs, this is the one! Released in 1989, it was a massive hit that topped the Oricon annual singles chart.

It was also featured in a Sony audio cassette commercial and quickly sold over 1.7 million copies.

The lyrics vividly portray urban, fleeting emotions, paired with a dynamic melody that’s irresistibly compelling.

There’s also a fun anecdote: the band’s vocalist, Kaori Okui, wrote the song after receiving an unexpected New Year’s gift when visiting her boyfriend’s family for New Year’s greetings.

It’s guaranteed to get everyone fired up at karaoke with people of the same generation! Why not sing it together and reminisce about your youth?

presentJITTERIN’JINN51rank/position

Jitterin' Jinn / Present [MV]

This is JITTERIN’JINN’s second single, released in February 1990.

It was a big hit during the so-called band boom of the ’90s, so many women around the age of 50 may have experience singing it in bands back then.

I remember that at amateur band events in those days, multiple bands would perform covers of this song.

In terms of genre, you could probably call it beat punk… It’s such a fun song—with its melody and structure—that worrying about vocal skill feels pointless, so even those who aren’t confident singers should be fine! That said, part of the chorus goes a bit high—there are spots where the original singer seems to use falsetto—so please be careful with the key setting when you choose it for karaoke.

Don’t sweat the small stuff—just have fun!

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Kei Takahata

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HONEYL’Arc〜en〜Ciel52rank/position

HONEY [15th L’Anniversary Live]

When it comes to artists that men in their 40s often listened to, doesn’t L’Arc~en~Ciel come to mind? This time, I’d like to introduce “HONEY.” One of my students practiced this song too.

L’Arc~en~Ciel’s vocal range is surprisingly on the lower side.

I think it’s easy to sing for people with a typical male range plus the ability to use falsetto.

The chorus is very clear and uplifting, so it’s easy to add dynamics, and rock fans will love it! On the flip side, the key might be how to keep the low notes from getting muffled.

If you’re not used to a certain range, both low and high notes can require a lot of breath.

When singing low notes, imagine releasing a slow, steady mass of air—your body will resonate more easily and you’ll hear your own voice better.

And above all, the groove matters! It also makes it easier to project your voice, so sing with energy and get into the groove!

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Kubota Mami

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Endless JourneyMr.Children53rank/position

Endless Journey / Mr.Children (Cover)

This is one of Mr.

Children’s signature works, featuring impressive lyrics that depict the journey of life and a grand, sweeping sound.

Its universal messages—about the importance of moving forward, the courage to face hardship, and the quest to find your ideal self—resonate deeply.

Released in October 1998 and used as the theme song for the TV drama “Naguru Onna,” it became one of their defining tracks.

It’s a song that will surely support those who keep striving toward their dreams and goals, as well as those standing at a crossroads or searching for themselves.

Hello, Again ~A Place That’s Been Around Since Long Ago~My Little Lover54rank/position

My Little Lover "Hello, Again ~A Place That’s Been There Since Long Ago~

My Little Lover’s famed song “Hello, Again ~A Place That’s Always Been~” garnered nationwide popularity.

Adhering to orthodox pop conventions, this piece keeps the vocal range compact throughout.

Because the melodic rises and falls are very gentle, it isn’t particularly low, but as long as you choose the right key, even women in their 40s with lower voices should find it easy to sing.

It’s also a big hit at karaoke, so consider adding it to your repertoire.

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Ryo

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Japanese rice is the best in the world.Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai55rank/position

Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai “Japanese Rice Is the Best in the World”

A work that powerfully expresses Japanese food culture and its love for rice.

Released in May 2015 as a signature song by Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai.

With a bold sound and humor-filled lyrics, it praises the greatness of Japanese rice while introducing rice bowls, set meals, and various rice brands.

It also helped bring more fans to farmers.

There’s even a phrase reminiscent of Kome Kome CLUB’s songs, reportedly used with official permission.

Sing it at karaoke, and your overwhelming love of rice might just leave everyone around you in awe!

Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa56rank/position

Lord of Major / Precious Things

Released in 2002, Road of Major’s indie debut single is a quintessential youth punk anthem themed around friendship and bonds.

It delivers universal themes—meeting and parting with friends, supporting one another—through an energetic sound.

Remarkably, as an indie release, the song spent 19 consecutive weeks in the Oricon Top 10 and sold over 900,000 copies in total.

It’s also included on the album “ROAD OF MAJOR” and the best-of compilation “GOLDEN ROAD ～BEST～.” This track is perfect for anyone who has dear friends they’re connected to at heart, even when apart.

Listen to it during graduation season or at the start of a new chapter in life, and you’ll be reminded of the irreplaceable value of those connections.