Karaoke That Gets Everyone Excited: Women’s Rankings [2026]

Time goes byEvery Little Thing91rank/position

「Time goes by」MUSIC VIDEO / Every Little Thing

Released in 1998, this was Every Little Thing’s first ballad to be issued as a single.

The lyrics, which speak of a couple who chose to part ways after many twists and turns—holding bittersweet memories while not turning their backs on the past and choosing instead to move forward—truly resonate.

It’s a masterpiece that women in their forties, seasoned by experience, can sing while fondly recalling the passage of time.

Take a small time trip and try singing it as you gently remember those sparkling days.

expand_lessRaise the rankingexpand_morelower

hiyori

Report a problem

Hot StuffDonna Summer92rank/position

Donna Summer – Hot Stuff – LIVE

This is a rousing anthem by Donna Summer, renowned as a timeless classic that unleashes a driving, energetic sound with a powerful disco-funk texture.

It’s widely recognized among women in their 40s, and its passionate lyrics make it a song you’ll want to sing at karaoke.

AM11:00HY93rank/position

AM11:00

Many people in their thirties probably grew up listening to HY during their youth.

Just hearing HY’s signature song “AM11:00” gets you hyped from the intro.

Back then, lots of people even used it as their mobile ringtone.

It’s also a popular karaoke staple, and for those in their thirties, it’s truly a song that brings back the feeling of youth.

Singing it as a male-female duet makes it even more exciting.

expand_lessRaise the rankingexpand_morelower

zunx2P

Report a problem

Whimsical Romanticikimonogakari94rank/position

Ikimonogakari “Kimagure Romantic” Music Video

Kimagure Romantic is a song that makes everyone want to sing along.

There’s a simple bit of choreography in the chorus, so it’s guaranteed to hype up a karaoke session, and it’s a song that’s fun for listeners too! The overall vocal range is A3–D5; the highest note only appears briefly in the chorus, so the range is manageable overall.

The A melody isn’t high, so it’s good to sing it lightly, almost like you’re speaking.

From the B melody it gets more rhythmic, so keep a solid sense of tempo and be careful not to rush.

If you calmly cut off notes where they should end, you’ll lock into the groove.

The chorus has choreography and is easy to get carried away with, so be careful not to speed up the tempo.

At a karaoke event held by the vocal training school I used to belong to, one of the students sang this song, and everyone started doing the chorus moves—it got super lively and was a lot of fun.

Definitely give this song a try!

expand_lessRaise the rankingexpand_morelower

Kubota Mami

Report a problem

I’m only gazing at you.Daikoku Maki95rank/position

Only Looking at You (2019 Remastered)

As an artist born in Sapporo, Hokkaido, Maki Ohguro has captivated many fans with her powerful vocals and compelling performances.

She began performing in bands in high school and made her debut in 1992.

Since then, she has colored the music scene with songs rooted in pop while embracing a wide range of genres, including rock and R&B.

Known for her strong vocals and catchy melodies, she won the Excellence Award at the Japan Record Awards and the Best 5 Artists at the Japan Gold Disc Awards in 1995.

After overcoming a period of hiatus, she continues to be energetically active today.

Her world, conveyed through powerful singing and lyrics that resonate deeply, is a perfect match for listeners seeking both the strength and warmth that music can offer.