[High School Students] Karaoke Popularity Rankings by Generation [2026]

Is being cute not enough?CUTIE STREET46rank/position

[MV] CUTIE STREET "Isn't it enough to be just cute?"

CUTIE STREET, the idol group that’s all the rage right now.

They’re not just popular with men—many women are fans too—so I think a lot of high schoolers know them.

Among their songs, the one I especially recommend is “Is Being Cute Not Enough?”.

Thanks in part to its huge popularity on TikTok, the pre-chorus hook line and the chorus melody are incredibly addictive.

The highest note is a slightly high hi D#, but since it only appears in the final chorus, as long as you set the key with that section in mind, it shouldn’t be difficult to sing overall.

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Ryo

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Hide-and-seekYuuri47rank/position

Yuuri “Kakurenbo” Official Music Video

Contrary to what you might expect, Kakurenbo actually has a fairly narrow vocal range; it’s sung gently between E3 and F#4.

It’s popular across generations, and many of my students chose to sing it! Since it’s a song where it’s easy to add dynamics, it should be relatively straightforward to pick up extra points for expressiveness.

In the A verse, keep the volume restrained and gentle; in the B verse, some higher notes appear, so focus on the rhythm and make sure to hit the pitch bar accurately.

The C section in the latter half is where the most emotion comes through, so it’s okay to sing with more volume than you think.

A surprisingly tricky part is the quiet section of the final chorus.

After the big build-up in the C section, the chorus enters with restrained emotion, so if you reset your feelings right before the chorus and create a clear break, you’ll be able to sing more calmly and stay on pitch more easily.

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Kubota Mami

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silentSEKAI NO OWARI48rank/position

SEKAI NO OWARI「silent」

A Christmas song that portrays a bittersweet longing echoing through a quiet snowy night.

Released in December 2020, the track was chosen as the theme song for the TBS drama “Kono Koi Atatamemasu ka.” In a soundless world where pure white snow falls, the feelings of thinking about someone precious are beautifully expressed.

Moments of facing oneself in silence and scenes of recalling a lost love resonate deeply.

The song has captivated many listeners, surpassing 100 million streams.

It’s the perfect track for a Christmas night when you can’t be with someone important and feel lonely.

Try singing it at karaoke and let your feelings be heard.

Just-Woken Palm Tree (feat. Kaai Yuki)Yukopi49rank/position

Yukopi – Palm Tree Right After Waking Up (feat. Kaai Yuki)

The artist Yukopi, who gained nationwide popularity with “Kyōfū All Back,” is back with another hit: “Neoki Yashinoki (feat.

Kaai Yuki).” If you’re a high school student, you’ve probably heard it at least once.

Like the previous work, this song is crafted with a comedic touch, and the vocal lines are kept simple overall.

Even if you can’t hit high notes, you can sing it without any trouble—so give it a try.

It’s sure to get everyone hyped at karaoke!

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Ryo

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osmanthus (fragrant orange osmanthus; sweet olive)natori50rank/position

Natori – Fragrant Olive

Singer-songwriter Natori, whose debut digital single “Overdose” sparked a major response and put them in the spotlight as a new-generation artist.

The single “Kinmokusei,” released on August 25, 2023, features an impressive ensemble of delicately layered acoustic guitars.

Thanks to its low key, it’s easy to sing, but because the melody flows quickly and moves in fine detail, be sure to practice thoroughly before performing it at karaoke.

With its stylish, jazzy arrangement, it’s a number that’s sure to draw attention if you can pull it off.

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Hoshino Takashi

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