Ranking of Beloved Hit Songs Among Women [2026]

BeautifulSuperfly43rank/position

Superfly『Beautiful』Music Video

A medium-tempo ballad by Superfly featuring melancholic guitars, driving drums, and a strikingly grand string arrangement.

It sings of the strength and gentleness to accept oneself as is and move forward step by step.

Included on the album “WHITE,” released in May 2015, it was selected as the theme song for the TBS drama “Mother Game: Kanojo-tachi no Kaikyū.” Shiho Ochi’s powerful yet delicate vocals tenderly envelop feelings of blessing and gratitude toward someone dear in this song.

Unfit to be a loverKoresawa44rank/position

Koresawa “Unqualified as a Lover” [Music Video]

A breakup ballad from a male perspective that portrays the anguish and regret of the one who said goodbye.

It’s a self-cover sung from the viewpoint of the man who leaves the room in Koresawa’s signature song “Tabako.” Released as a digital single in June 2019, it was later included on the concept mini-album “Heartbreak Scrap” in January 2020.

Originally written for Miyuhan, the track drew attention with its music video featuring Ryusei Yokohama.

The song movingly captures the conflict of a man who ends the relationship precisely because he loves her, blaming not her but his own shortcomings.

Listening to it alongside “Tabako” deepens your understanding of the couple’s emotional misalignment.

Highly recommended for anyone who’s experienced the end of a cherished relationship or carries guilt over having hurt someone they love.

Secret of my heartKuraki Mai45rank/position

Mai Kuraki 'Secret of my heart'

Mai Kuraki, a singer-songwriter who drew attention when her first single “Love, Day After Tomorrow” became a million seller despite being a debut track with no tie-in, continued to impress with her second single “Secret of my heart,” used as the ending theme for the TV anime Detective Conan.

The song showcases an overwhelming expressive power and delicacy that belies her teenage years.

Its many subtle nuances make it difficult to sing well, but performing it at karaoke is likely to captivate men in their 40s who probably heard it in real time.

With its catchy melody that energizes any karaoke session, it’s a highly recommended number.

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Hoshino Takashi

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A Cruel Angel’s ThesisTakahashi Yoko46rank/position

“Cruel Angel’s Thesis” MUSIC VIDEO (HD ver.) / Zankoku na Tenshi no Te-ze “The Cruel Angel’s Thesis”

The anime tie-in song performed by Yoko Takahashi, whose charismatic vocals are captivating, tells a grand story of a boy’s growth and his challenge toward a new world.

It’s a compelling track filled with dramatic expression and a determined drive to move forward.

Released in October 1995, the song was used as the opening theme for the TV anime Neon Genesis Evangelion and caused a major sensation.

It consistently ranks high on karaoke popularity charts, making it a song that bridges generations without creating a gap, even in mixed-age gatherings.

It’s a masterpiece that transcends the boundaries of anime songs—one you should definitely sing at karaoke.

moonlightOnitsuka Chihiro47rank/position

Chihiro Onitsuka – Gekkou (Moonlight)

The song released by Chihiro Onitsuka in 2000 is a masterpiece that resonates deeply with listeners.

It delicately expresses a lack of self-confidence and feelings of loneliness, while conveying a strong will to face harsh realities.

Released on March 7, 2001, the song was also used as the theme for the TV drama “TRICK,” generating a huge response.

Combined with Onitsuka’s overwhelming vocal performance, it captured the hearts of many.

This work is a perfect fit for women in their 40s leading busy lives with work and childcare.

Sing it at karaoke, and it’s sure to elicit empathy across generations.

TOMORROWMayo Okamoto48rank/position

Mayo Okamoto “TOMORROW” Music Video

This song is packed with the charms of Mayo Okamoto as a singer-songwriter and has long been loved as a message song that delivers hope and courage.

It gently conveys the importance of believing in yourself and the bravery to take a step toward tomorrow—a timeless classic.

With calm piano tones and a warm, heartfelt vocal, it resonates deeply.

Since its 1995 release, it has moved many as the theme song for the drama “Second Chance” and was included on the album of the same name, “TOMORROW.” This work will surely give you a gentle push when you feel lost in life or are about to take a new step forward.

User ManualNishino Kana49rank/position

Kana Nishino “Torisetsu” MV Full

This single was released on September 9, 2015, and it’s the theme song for the film “No Longer Heroine.” The lyrics, which humorously yet realistically liken the complexities of a woman’s inner self to an “instruction manual,” resonated with many listeners.

The song itself has a steady rhythm and a range that isn’t excessively wide, so as long as you pay attention to pitch, you can aim for a high score.

Also, because the lyrics are delivered in a talk-like manner with many words, enunciating clearly instead of letting them blur together will be accurately reflected on the pitch bar.

As the song progresses, there are more high notes, so it’s best to project your voice without hesitation—visualize the notes and aim to match them to the pitch bar.

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Kubota Mami

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