Anime Songs Karaoke Popularity Rankings [2026]

CHA-LA HEAD-CHA-LAKageyama Hironobu76rank/position

Hironobu Kageyama – CHA-LA HEAD-CHA-LA .Live.mp4

The song title “CHA-LA HEAD-CHA-LA” is read as “Chara Hetchará.” It’s the theme song of Dragon Ball Z, which has fans not only in Japan but all around the world.

From episode 1 to episode 199, this track graced the anime’s opening.

Just hearing the tentoro’s “tereren tereren” riff makes your heart dance, doesn’t it? The lyrics set your heart racing for the grand adventure ahead and say that no matter what happens, it’ll be no big deal—content that excites not only boys but adults too.

It’s a song everyone will want to sing together!

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nonoc “star*frost” MV (TV anime “Astra Lost in Space” opening theme)

Set to a gritty, hard-driving rock sound, this fiery anime song declares a headlong charge toward the future, no matter what.

It’s a track by nonoc, a singer from Hokkaido, released in 2019 as her second single.

It serves as the opening theme for the anime Astra Lost in Space.

The dense, powerful production paired with her clear, transparent vocals is captivating.

It’s an incredible stress reliever at karaoke, so belt it out to your heart’s content! You might even have a blast doing a big sing-along with friends.

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Araki Jakkan

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Song of Hopeurutora tawā78rank/position

TV anime Food Wars! Shokugeki no Soma opening sequence

This is the debut single by Ultra Tower, a band that drew attention in their amateur days by winning the Kansai Grand Prix at The 2nd Music Revolution, yet disbanded after a short three years following their major-label debut.

The song was used as the opening theme for the TV anime Food Wars! Shokugeki no Soma, and its refreshing melody paired with positive lyrics heightens anticipation for the series.

The chorus stays in a high register; if you find it hard to hit those notes, adjust the key on the karaoke machine to suit your range.

With its driving pace, it’s a rock tune that can really energize a karaoke session—give it a shot if you think you can ride the momentum.

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Hoshino Takashi

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YOASOBI "Idol" Official Music Video

Known as one of YOASOBI’s signature songs, this track became a breakout hit as the opening theme for the anime “Oshi no Ko.” Released in June 2023, it sparked major buzz both in Japan and overseas, becoming the first Japanese song to reach No.

1 on the Billboard Global Excl.

U.S.

chart.

The lyrics, which depict both the front and the hidden sides of idol life, deeply resonate with listeners.

With its driving melody and memorable chorus, it’s guaranteed to hype up any karaoke session or party.

It’s a must-listen not only for idol fans but for anyone striving to be true to themselves.

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Kenshi Yonezu – IRIS OUT

This song was written as the theme for the film Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc.

As a follow-up collaboration to KICK BACK, it delivers an aggressive number that doesn’t betray expectations.

Its driving sound carries the characters’ earnest emotions, and every listen is genuinely stirring.

There’s also an anecdote that Kenshi Yonezu created it while constantly poring over the original manga, which really conveys his deep affection for the work.

It’s guaranteed to bring the house down at karaoke, so definitely give it a try.