[College Students] Karaoke Popularity Rankings by Generation [2026]
We’re excited to present the latest top 100 karaoke songs, ranked by number of views from the university student favorites chart, all in one go!
From the newest single hits by artists hugely popular among college-age listeners to timeless karaoke classics, a wide variety of tracks have made the list.
The playlist is updated weekly.
Playlist
| [College Students] Karaoke Popularity Rankings by Generation [2026] | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | Ms. Hanako on a high pedestalback number |  play_arrow | A slightly intriguing title back numb… |
| 2 | cherry (sweet cherry; cherry fruit)Otsuka Ai |  play_arrow | Made pop through its cute vocals and worldview… |
| 3 | dogwood (flowering dogwood)Hitoto Yo |  play_arrow | A timeless hit across generations, with heartrending lyrics that touch the heart |
| 4 | Chu, diversity.ano |  play_arrow | Ano-chan’s hit songs are easy to sing. |
| 5 | SaudadePorunogurafiti |  play_arrow | The 1st single, 'Apollo,' was an unexpected hi... |
| 6 | 366 daysHY |  play_arrow | Timeless breakup songs that offer empathy and healing |
| 7 | HabitSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | SEKAI NO OWARI’s popular song “Habit” is easy to sing. |
| 8 | Dried flowersYuuri |  play_arrow | Yuri's ballad is popular among college students and a big hit. |
| 9 | A Cruel Angel’s ThesisTakahashi Yoko |  play_arrow | Before their major debut, they worked with Toshinobu Kubota and Yumi Matsutoya… |
| 10 | Bling-Bang-Bang-BornCreepy Nuts |  play_arrow | Creep, which dropped in January 2024… |
| 11 | Marigoldaimyon |  play_arrow | Aimyon “Marigold” gently expresses feelings of love |
| 12 | My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | A blockbuster thanks to the theme song of Your Name. |
| 13 | Overdosenatori |  play_arrow | Singing guide for Natori’s signature songs |
| 14 | EdisonSuiyōbi no Campanella |  play_arrow | Wednesday Campanella's 'Edison' is a song anyone can sing. |
| 15 | rainbow-coloredayaka |  play_arrow | A moving song that sings of hope after overcoming hardship |
| 16 | Flower of loveaimyon |  play_arrow | Aimyon’s new song, “Ai no Hana,” has been turned into pop music |
| 17 | Beat de TouhiHama iku |  play_arrow | This song, released in November 2022... |
| 18 | CHE.R.RYYUI |  play_arrow | Even after ending her activities under the name YUI, there are still lingering roots… |
| 19 | Someone Like YouAdele |  play_arrow | It’s a song that sings about the pain and heartache of a broken heart, but… |
| 20 | APT.ROSÉ & Bruno Mars |  play_arrow | A fusion track of pop and rock from South Korea |
| 21 | StayRihanna |  play_arrow | The feeling of wanting you to be here… |
| 22 | The One That Got AwayKaty Perry |  play_arrow | If I could do it over, I wouldn’t want to lose you... |
| 23 | We Are Never Ever Getting Back TogetherTaylor Swift |  play_arrow | I will absolutely never get back together with you again... |
| 24 | FANTASTIC BABYBIGBANG |  play_arrow | BIGBANG Popular Songs Karaoke Hype |
| 25 | idolYOASOBI |  play_arrow | A hot topic as the opening theme for the anime “Oshi no Ko”… |
| 26 | StrongerKelly Clarkson |  play_arrow | A strong woman who overcomes heartbreak, as in the title… |
| 27 | Shout Out to My ExLittle Mix |  play_arrow | It’s a bold, confident girl’s song sung to her ex-boyfriend. “… |
| 28 | Kaikai KitanEVE |  play_arrow | A fiercely energetic sound and powerful vo... |
| 29 | Shut up.Ado |  play_arrow | A rebellious-spirited song is hugely popular at karaoke |
| 30 | One Last TimeAriana Grande |  play_arrow | Ariana, who is hugely popular in Japan as well, and her signature heartbreak so... |
| 31 | NIGHT DANCERimase |  play_arrow | A catchy melody and an addictive beat… |
| 32 | Zankyo SankaAimer |  play_arrow | Drawing attention with a smoky, emotional singing voice... |
| 33 | Love Me Like YouLittle Mix |  play_arrow | Even if you have a lot of money and drive a nice car... |
| 34 | Racing into the NightYOASOBI |  play_arrow | Since their formation, with modernly arranged songs and a consistent... |
| 35 | loveHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | 'Koi Dance,' a signature song by Gen Hoshino |
| 36 | RPGSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | A song that likens life to an RPG is popular among college students |
| 37 | Fortune Cookie in LoveAKB48 |  play_arrow | The nationally popular female idol group AKB48’s… |
| 38 | Stone ColdDemi Lovato |  play_arrow | It’s a song where the piano melody resonates with a painful, wistful beauty. The vocals… |
| 39 | KICK BACKYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Continuing to create songs that always surpass listeners’ expectations… |
| 40 | Broken-Hearted GirlBeyoncé |  play_arrow | Please, don’t leave me—just say it straight... |
| 41 | KanadeSukima Suichi |  play_arrow | A song about seeing lovers off as they head down separate paths. Suitable for those in a long-distance relationship. |
| 42 | Yes, with pleasure.kocchi no kento |  play_arrow | 'Hai, Yorokonde' is the representative hit song of 2024. |
| 43 | Silent majorityKeyakizaka46 |  play_arrow | Selected for the NHK Kouhaku with their debut single by Keyakizaka46 |
| 44 | New Era (Uta from ONE PIECE FILM RED)Ado |  play_arrow | Their major-label debut song “Usseewa” caused a social stir… |
| 45 | Heavy rotationAKB48 |  play_arrow | AKB48’s love support song |
| 46 | R.Y.U.S.E.ISandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu |  play_arrow | Popular songs by J Soul Brothers |
| 47 | Kaiju no Hanabuta (Monster’s Flower Song)Vaundy |  play_arrow | Showing musical sensibility from a young age, art w... |
| 48 | rainbowSuda Masaki |  play_arrow | Masaki Suda’s new song “Niji” can be sung by anyone. |
| 49 | Miss Movin’ OnFifth Harmony |  play_arrow | After getting over a broken heart, let’s move forward… |
| 50 | Pen-Pineapple-Apple-Pen (PPAP)Pikotarō |  play_arrow | A popular song danced to with Pikotaro’s choreography |
| 51 | Sorry for Being Cute feat. Chu-tan (CV: Saori Hayami)HONEY WORKS |  play_arrow | A light, catchy melody that resonates with listeners… |
| 52 | Voice of the SeaKiritani Kenta |  play_arrow | Selected for the Kōhaku thanks to the au commercial song |
| 53 | mixed nutsOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | These days, the abbreviation “Higedan” is recognized by a wide range of people… |
| 54 | astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | BUMP achieves their first Top 3 |
| 55 | Perfect-Sense DreamerONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | Introduce popular songs of ONE OK ROCK |
| 56 | I’d rather die.Fuji Kaze |  play_arrow | Lyrics that delicately portray emotional ups and downs and are passionate… |
| 57 | Cinderella BoySaucy Dog |  play_arrow | Saucy Dog's love songs are popular among college students |
| 58 | cherrysupittsu |  play_arrow | A song with an easy-to-grasp rhythm that's easy to sing |
| 59 | First LoveUtada Hikaru |  play_arrow | A breakup song loved across generations |
| 60 | Que sera, seraMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Mrs. ... sings about the strength to overcome life’s setbacks. |
| 61 | hundreds of millions of light-yearsOmoinotake |  play_arrow | Beautiful melodies and lyrics that resonate with young people are captivating… |
| 62 | Mela!Ryokushokushakai |  play_arrow | A powerful yet clear high-tone voice… |
| 63 | GOATNumber_i |  play_arrow | Combining a street vibe with pop appeal… |
| 64 | Suzume feat. ToakaRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | Suzume, pitch accuracy is important. |
| 65 | MiracleGReeeeN |  play_arrow | GReeeeN Popular Songs Karaoke Standards |
| 66 | Letter ~Dear Fifteen-Year-Old Me~Anjura Aki |  play_arrow | Angela A— has now become a standard song for graduation ceremonies... |
| 67 | The Zero Sense10-FEET |  play_arrow | As a digital single in November 2022... |
| 68 | One moreFUNKY MONKEY BABYS |  play_arrow | High school baseball cheering songs are gaining popularity |
| 69 | BREAKOUTSnow Man |  play_arrow | This song by Snow Man is energetic… |
| 70 | Otona Blueatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu |  play_arrow | Signature song of Atarashii Gakko no Leaders |
| 71 | User ManualNishino Kana |  play_arrow | The girlish-textured lyrics have a certain concreteness... |
| 72 | My cutest partFRUITS ZIPPER |  play_arrow | A signature song of FRUITS ZIPPER. Over 800 million views on TikTok. |
| 73 | A Little Love SongMONGOL800 |  play_arrow | While being known as a leading figure of youth punk, … |
| 74 | water lily blossomShonan no Kaze |  play_arrow | A song popular with the younger generation and perfect for livening up a large crowd. |
| 75 | I want to hug you.Mr.Children |  play_arrow | Mr. Children songs that are easy to sing |
| 76 | Tonight I’m Getting Over YouCarly Rae Jepsen |  play_arrow | I won’t cry anymore, and I will get over you… |
| 77 | DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A coming-of-age song about embracing your true self |
| 78 | Pure Love SongShonan no Kaze |  play_arrow | Shonan no Kaze’s signature love song |
| 79 | Charlesbarūn |  play_arrow | Suda, who is active as a singer-songwriter… |
| 80 | You As You Are (Prod. @thekontrabandz)Centipede & Rhyme Man |  play_arrow | A rapper’s new song with a coming-of-age theme becomes a big hit |
| 81 | BrokenheartedKarmin |  play_arrow | Karmin, who are currently inactive, their two... |
| 82 | ListenBeyoncé |  play_arrow | Shaking off my heartbreak, I’m going to go find my own voice… |
| 83 | Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN |  play_arrow | Anime ending theme song. |
| 84 | Until the world ends…WANDS |  play_arrow | Swept through the J-POP scene in the 1990s... |
| 85 | Bitter VacationMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s new song is popular. |
| 86 | Kissing you as an apologyE-girls |  play_arrow | Sung by E-girls, the sister group of EXILE... |
| 87 | TOKYO GIRLPerfume |  play_arrow | Perfume popular songs suitable for karaoke |
| 88 | From Me to Youflumpool |  play_arrow | flumpool's representative love song |
| 89 | Curtain Call feat.TakaShimizu Shota |  play_arrow | Sing of the courage and hope to face adversity |
| 90 | highschool♡loveE-girls |  play_arrow | Having grown as a cute dance-vocal group... |
| 91 | Bridge of Gloryyuzu |  play_arrow | Yuzu’s uplifting ballad song |
| 92 | AitaiKato Miria |  play_arrow | A poignant song that heals the sorrow of a broken heart |
| 93 | SeventeenYOASOBI |  play_arrow | YOASOBI's new song Seventeen has a gothic style |
| 94 | Stop this nightJUJU |  play_arrow | Beloved across generations for vocals honed in authentic, rootsy jazz. |
| 95 | One Night CarnivalKishidan |  play_arrow | Kishidan’s punk–yankee fusion song |
| 96 | Your Dissection Pure Love Song ~Die~aimyon |  play_arrow | A dark love-themed song by Aimyon |
| 97 | Endless StoryYuna Ito |  play_arrow | Exceptionally tasteful vocal work and a wonderfully pleasant listening experience... |
| 98 | I tried falling in love with you.chay |  play_arrow | A cute, girlish sense of artistry... |
| 99 | Please forget it.Yorushika |  play_arrow | Yorushika’s calm masterpiece “Please Forget” |
| 100 | I like you.Little Glee Monster |  play_arrow | A new generation through a diverse range of vocal approaches… |