[Middle School Students] Ranking of Easy-to-Sing Western Songs for Karaoke [2026]

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GReeeeN – Kiseki

GReeeeN’s “Kiseki,” which became a huge hit as the theme song for the drama ROOKIES, is a classic that sings about cherishing the encounter with someone you love.

With down-to-earth lyrics, it’s a song that junior high school students can easily relate to! The rhythm is simple overall, so it’s recommended for those who aren’t confident in their sense of rhythm.

There’s a bit of rap in the latter half, but since it mostly repeats the same rhythmic pattern, it should be easy to memorize! If you’re worried, you can sing it together with friends!

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Yoimachi Jēn

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Creepy Nuts – Otonoke [Official MV] [Dandadan Opening]

Creepy Nuts’ new song “Otonoke.” Released as the theme song for the popular anime “Dandadan,” it became a nationwide hit.

The biggest draw of the track is its undeniably catchy hook.

The rap part appears twice, and compared to other Creepy Nuts songs, the flow is somewhat simpler; the hook features an easy vocal line that anyone can sing.

Unless you’re particularly uncomfortable with rapping, it’s a song you should be able to perform with relative ease.

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Ryo

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M!LK – So in love it’s devastating! (Official Music Video)

A pure love song that comically and poppily portrays an uncontrollably explosive crush, it’s a number that instantly warms up the karaoke vibe.

The repeated chants in the chorus and the irresistibly clap-along rhythms will send listeners’ excitement soaring.

Released in October 2025 as the work that caps off the 10th anniversary of the vocal dance unit M!LK, this track lets you feel their remarkable momentum—especially after their previous song “Ii jan” sparked a huge reaction, surpassing 2.4 billion total plays on social media.

Designed with call-and-response in mind, it’s perfect for lively sing-alongs with friends, tossing in ad-libs together.

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Hitoto Yo – Hanamizuki

This is a hit song by Yo Hitoto, who is active not only as a singer but also as a composer and in many other roles.

It’s popular as a song about thinking of someone important, and it’s relatively easy for women to sing.

If you sing it with feeling, it really resonates.

Why not give it a try at karaoke?

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PinocchioP – God-ish feat. Hatsune Miku / God-ish

A Vocaloid song posted in September 2021.

It became an explosive hit that, with a blend of bite and humor, portrays shallow “god”-like idol worship in modern society and the way people gloss things over with a convincing vibe.

It features a highly addictive rhythm and lyrics laced with irony.

It’s actually popular among my students as well, and I get the impression that many people practice it in vocal lessons.

Since it’s a fast-paced song, I think the words will come out naturally if you focus on riding the melody rather than chasing the lyrics.

For the spots where the pitch goes up, try to place the sound lightly upward.

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Kubota Mami

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SHISHAMO “Tomorrow Too”

SHISHAMO is a three-woman girls’ rock band, and the song I’m introducing, “Ashita mo,” is one of their signature tracks, released as a single from their 2017 album SHISHAMO 4.

It’s a song I especially recommend for women who aren’t confident in their singing.

The overall vocal tone is steady with few high notes, so there’s less chance of mistakes and it’s easier to deliver a stable performance.

Also, the lyrics resonate with young people who are always doing their best, which is another big plus.

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ARASHI – Love so sweet [Official Music Video]

When you think of Arashi, isn’t this the song that comes to mind for many people? “Love So Sweet” was released in 2007 and was used as the theme song for the drama Hana Yori Dango, starring Jun Matsumoto.

With this song, Arashi won the Single of the Year at the Gold Disc Awards.

Among people who aren’t confident at karaoke, are there some who feel they’re not good at livening up the mood? Songs like “Love So Sweet,” which are upbeat and widely known, get everyone involved, so the atmosphere can “naturally” heat up.

Also, songs by groups like Arashi are composed so each member can sing their part, meaning the melodies aren’t overly complex or extremely wide in range.

It’s a perfect track when you want everyone to get fired up together!

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Yoimachi Jēn

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