Idol Song Rankings [2026]

Good Luck!SixTONES11rank/position

SixTONES – Good Luck! [YouTube ver.]

When you listen to it when you’re feeling down, it overflows with such positive power that your worries feel like they’ll just blow away! Created as the theme song for the TV drama “Saisho wa Paa,” starring SixTONES member Jesse, this track is a rousing anthem that powerfully pushes the backs of those chasing their dreams.

Released in November 2022 as one of the title tracks on the double A-side single “Good Luck!/Futari,” its relentlessly bright sound and forward-looking message will lighten your heart.

Even if you fail, it’s fine as long as you end with a smile—those straightforward lyrics that make you feel that way are truly appealing.

It’s the perfect song for anyone taking on something new or when you just want a boost of energy.

Just listening to it will help you face forward!

Youthful AmigoShūji to Akira12rank/position

Yamapi Tomohisa Yamashita and Kamenashi Kazuya Seishun Amigo

Shuji to Akira was a limited-time duo formed by Kazuya Kamenashi, who played Shuji Kiritani, and Tomohisa Yamashita, who played Akira Kusano, in the TV drama “Nobuta wo Produce.” Their theme song for the drama, “Seishun Amigo,” features a memorable, wistful ensemble created in collaboration with a Swedish songwriting team.

Overall, the key is low and the vocal range isn’t wide, making it easy to sing, but the melody has quite a lot of movement, so be sure to learn it well before performing.

It’s a cool pop tune with a hard-boiled aesthetic that we’d love to see you hype up in karaoke together with the dance.

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One Lovearashi13rank/position

ARASHI – One Love [Official Music Video]

This is a classic song widely used at weddings as a love song that vows eternal love.

While it’s a grand and powerful ballad, it also incorporates pop elements, portraying gratitude and love for that one irreplaceable person in the world, accompanied by a beautiful melody.

Released in June 2008 as the 22nd single, it was selected as the theme song for the film Hana Yori Dango Final starring Jun Matsumoto, sold approximately 314,000 copies in its first week, and ranked second on Oricon’s 2008 annual singles chart.

Now a standard wedding song for couples to pledge their love, it is also one of Arashi’s more singable tracks.

Men may find the vocal range slightly high, but for women it’s a heartwarming song that can be sung steadily even through the full chorus.

The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP14rank/position

SMAP – The Only Flower in the World

SMAP’s “Sekai ni Hitotsu Dake no Hana” is a smash hit that everyone finds familiar and can’t help but hum along to! This song about being yourself is loved across generations for its encouraging message and simple melody.

Its easy-to-sing tune and range make it great even for karaoke beginners, and because people of all ages know it, it’s a perfect choice when you’re going to karaoke with a mixed-age group.

Also, if you learn the choreography that can be done in sign language and sing together, it really amps up the fun!

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miyabi

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DEAR MY LOVERHey! Say! JUMP15rank/position

Hey! Say! JUMP – DEAR MY LOVER [Official Music Video YouTube ver.]

A love song by Hey! Say! JUMP where a sweet, pop melody pairs perfectly with slightly biting lyrics.

Released in May 2023 as their 33rd single, it was included as a double A-side along with “Uraomote.” It was chosen as the theme song for the drama “Ousama ni Sasagu Kusuriyubi,” starring member Ryosuke Yamada.

It’s a wedding song that captures a frustrating yet adorable feeling of love: someone who can’t be honest and acts tsundere, but whose feelings are real.

Its positive message—let’s create the best story even if we’re the worst pair—makes you feel happy just by listening.

The easy-to-learn choreography is also a draw, making it perfect for livening up happy occasions like weddings.

Highly recommended when you want to lift your spirits.

Brother BeatSnow Man16rank/position

Snow Man “Brother Beat” Music Video

This is the sixth single, produced as the theme song for the live-action film “Osomatsu-san,” in which all nine members star.

It’s a party tune that lets each member’s personality burst forth.

With a hectic sound that blends rock and hip-hop, it captures Snow Man’s signature playful, chaotic fun.

Released in March 2022, it was a major hit, selling about 788,000 copies in its first week on the Oricon weekly chart.

The rapidly shifting vocal parts and call-and-response keep listeners engaged from start to finish.

While the dance performance is a big draw, the song alone is uplifting enough to boost your mood when you’re feeling down.

It’s a high-energy number that’s perfect for getting hyped with friends.

Orange KissSnow Man17rank/position

Snow Man “Orange Kiss” / Orange Kiss MV YouTube Ver.

A heartwarming love song that beautifully balances the bittersweet feeling of twilight with the joy of being in love.

Released in July 2022 as Snow Man’s seventh single, it was chosen as the theme song for the film “My Boyfriend in Orange,” starring group member Hikaru Iwamoto.

In its first week, it sold over 800,000 copies, and its refreshing melody and the members’ gentle vocals are sure to make listeners’ hearts flutter.

The catchy hook overflows with an uplifting energy that makes you want to sing along.

Its evocative world captures the beginning of love and adds a touch of color to moments spent with someone special.

It’s also perfect for a drive at sunset or as background music for a relaxing day off.

ChankapanaNEWS18rank/position

NEWS – Chankapāna [Official Music Video]

An exotic melody and a surge of passionate feelings dedicated to a “beloved one” make this a song that dramatically colors a summer romance.

Released as a single in July 2012, it debuted at No.

1 on the Oricon Weekly Chart and sold approximately 245,000 copies.

Perfect for lifting your spirits in open, summery moments! If you’re wishing for “a special romance this summer,” this song is sure to give you courage.

Imitation RainSixTONES19rank/position

SixTONES – Imitation Rain [YouTube Ver.]

A beautifully fierce rock ballad produced by YOSHIKI.

It begins with delicate piano melodies, then surges toward the chorus in a breathtaking outpouring of emotion.

From a quietude reminiscent of raindrops, it modulates toward a finale that comes crashing in with a fire-like intensity—its impact gives you chills every time you listen.

Featured on the debut single “Imitation Rain / D.D.” released in January 2020, the song made a vivid impression as a commercial theme for campaigns like the Seven-Eleven “SixTONES vs Snow Man Collaboration Campaign.” The lyrics, which convey the will to push powerfully into the future while struggling between dreams and reality, are deeply moving.

It’s a track you’ll want to hear when you want to immerse yourself in music on a quiet night or experience a heart-shaking surge of emotion.

MasqueradeShonentai20rank/position

Masquerade Ball Shonentai 1985

One of the standout songs that colored the glamorous 1980s, Shonentai’s track invites listeners into the world of a masquerade ball.

It portrays the complexities of love and desire, symbolically expressing the hidden facets of human relationships.

Released in December 1985, the song debuted at No.

1 on the Oricon charts, becoming a major hit.

Kyōhei Tsutsumi’s composition is a perfect match for Tetsuya Chiaki’s lyrics.

The production includes intriguing elements, such as an unusually used 5/4 intro for an idol song and a grand chorus added later.

The piece was performed at the 37th NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen in 1986, greatly expanding Shonentai’s appeal.

It’s highly recommended for those who want to reminisce about the sweet-and-sour memories of youth or discover the charm of 1980s idol songs.