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

UntitledtripleS78rank/position

tripleS ∞! 'Untitled' Official MV

tripleS is a Korean girl group notable for its remarkably large lineup of 24 members.

Their music is charming yet stylish, and they’re gaining popularity not only in Korea but also in Japan.

Among their songs, I especially recommend their new track, “Untitled.” While it has a cool vibe, the vocal range is surprisingly narrow and there are no long sustained notes, making it unexpectedly easy to sing.

Definitely consider adding it to your repertoire.

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Ryo

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More Berry SummerCUTIE STREET79rank/position

[LIVE Footage] CUTIE STREET “More Berry Summer” 📍Makuhari Messe, International Exhibition Hall, Halls 9–11 (2025/7/21)

It’s a song packed with phrases about youth, friendship, and first love, so it really resonates with teenagers and is easy to sing in your own words.

It’s also performed at summer festivals and has lots of live-style callouts, so it should get everyone hyped at karaoke! The melody is catchy, and the vocal range doesn’t go that high.

Up to the chorus, there’s more call-and-response than “singing,” so enjoy it together with everyone, then switch to a “singing” mindset from the chorus to add dynamics and really bring the song to life.

For the high parts, try singing as if you’re sending your voice far away—your voice will come out more easily, so give it a try! And since the groove is key, the best way is to keep the rhythm with your body while you sing.

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Kubota Mami

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The continuation of a dreamMinase Inori80rank/position

Inori Minase “Yume no Tsuzuki” Music Video

It’s a song released on September 3, 2025, and it was apparently created as an homage to Inori Minase’s own song “Yume no Tsubomi.” Overall, it’s bright and slightly high-pitched, so it’s an easy pick for those who are good with higher notes.

If high notes aren’t your strong point, it’s totally fine to lower the key by about two steps.

The melody is fairly simple, so you should be able to learn it quickly! For the high parts, if you just belt with a loud voice, you’ll strain your throat, so raise your tone above your normal speaking voice and use a bright voice as your base.

When you focus on that voice, your eyebrows and facial muscles will naturally lift—do you feel that? Try keeping that expression and projecting your voice far into the distance! If the sound comes out cleanly without catching in your throat, you’re doing it right.

It’ll also make it easier to stay on pitch, so give it a try!

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Kubota Mami

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Shape of youEd Sheeran81rank/position

Ed Sheeran – Shape of You (Official Music Video)

You could say that Ed Sheeran is at the forefront of the current Western music scene.

His songs get a lot of airtime on American cable music channels as well.

He’s become very famous in Japan, and I think his songs have rhythms that appeal to Japanese listeners, too.

He’s got a great voice, so why not give some of his other tracks a listen?

BabyJustin Bieber ft. Ludacris82rank/position

Justin Bieber – Baby ft. Ludacris

A track released in 2010 by Canadian artist Justin Bieber.

It became a hit in countries around the world, reaching No.

1 on the charts in Scotland and France.

The music video, filmed at a bowling alley in Hollywood, became one of the most noteworthy music videos on YouTube in 2010.

The Lazy SongBruno Mars83rank/position

Bruno Mars – The Lazy Song (Official Music Video)

“I don’t want to do anything today!” We all have days like that, right? This song is the ultimate anthem for lazy days that speaks for that exact feeling.

And the one singing it is Bruno Mars! Unlike his powerful tracks, this one has a laid-back reggae vibe, with hardly any demanding high notes or vibrato.

Just humming along casually somehow makes it sound good.

Released in February 2011, it’s also included on his debut album, Doo-Wops & Hooligans.

Give it a try when you want to relax and enjoy karaoke!

Work from HomeFifth Harmony ft. Ty Dolla $ign84rank/position

Fifth Harmony – Work from Home (Official Video) ft. Ty Dolla $ign

A pop track with R&B elements released as a single in 2016 by the American girl group Fifth Harmony.

It won numerous awards in 2016, including at the MTV Video Music Awards, the American Music Awards, and the Teen Choice Awards.