Recommended Japanese Female Artists and Popular Song Rankings for Women [2026]

FOREVERchanmina99rank/position

FOREVER

A heartbreak song by Chanmina that doesn’t end the farewell in sorrow, but turns it into the strength for a new beginning—the determination comes through so intensely it almost hurts.

You can practically picture her screaming out the anger and despair of the moment that brings the romance to a close, riding a fierce punk-rock sound.

The track carries both the sense of liberation found in saying a definitive “farewell forever,” and a strong will for the future.

Released in October 2024, the song also drew attention as the theme for the drama “Monster.” It’s sure to give a powerful push to anyone who wants to put an end to a painful love, shake off the past, and move forward.

After you’ve shed all your tears, it might be the spark that helps you discover a new self.

Cutie HoneyKōda Kumi100rank/position

Kumi Koda - “Cutie Honey” ~ 20th Year Special Full Ver. ~

If you want a song to get everyone hyped, I recommend Cutie Honey.

It’s known across generations, so it’s a blast to sing at karaoke! Since many people are already familiar with the tune, you can probably breeze through it even if you’re not confident in your pitch.

The chorus does go a bit higher, so try to keep relaxed and avoid forcing your voice.

That said, this is a song where vibe matters more than vocal technique—if you move your body and use hand gestures to the rhythm, the tension naturally eases and it becomes much easier to sing! In fact, for people who aren’t used to karaoke, gestures are surprisingly important.

Standing stiff will almost always make you sing from your throat, so I highly recommend moving your body to the beat.

You’ll have a great time—don’t be shy, give it a try!

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