Popular Western Music Karaoke: Latest Rankings [2026]

Night FeverBee Gees50rank/position

Bee Gees – Night Fever

A classic disco song by the Bee Gees and the theme for the 1977 film Saturday Night Fever.

This is sure to be a big hit with anyone who came of age in the ’70s.

If you work in Travolta’s dance moves, it’s guaranteed to get the crowd going.

VenusBananarama51rank/position

Bananarama – Venus (Official Video)

Bananarama is a girls’ group from England that gained worldwide popularity in the 1980s.

Unlike today’s idols, they wore very punk fashion and their music had an edgy sound, earning them high praise from hardcore music enthusiasts.

Their song Venus is one of their signature tracks and became a massive hit around the world.

It has also been used in various media in Japan.

Familiar songs tend to get the crowd going at karaoke, so be sure to check it out.

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Ryo

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Hot StuffDonna Summer52rank/position

Donna Summer – Hot Stuff – LIVE

This is a rousing anthem by Donna Summer, renowned as a timeless classic that unleashes a driving, energetic sound with a powerful disco-funk texture.

It’s widely recognized among women in their 40s, and its passionate lyrics make it a song you’ll want to sing at karaoke.

U Can’t Touch ThisMC Hammer53rank/position

MC Hammer – U Can’t Touch This (HQ)

This is a song by MC Hammer that samples Rick James’s funk classic “Super Freak,” released in 1990, and it became a worldwide hit.

In Japan, a further arranged and parodied version of the song was even used in a GU commercial, making it a track that can be said to have continued to be loved across generations.

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Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

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LaylaEric Clapton54rank/position

Eric Clapton – “Layla” – LIVE – HQ

Released in 1971, this is a number from the Derek and the Dominos era.

The song reflects Clapton’s feelings at the time.

He was hopelessly in love with George Harrison’s wife, Pattie Boyd, and as his longing grew, this song was born.

Pattie married Clapton in 1979, but they divorced nine years later.

It can also work well to sing it with a slightly husky tone and a bit of vocal ornamentation.

Jumpin’ Jack FlashThe Rolling Stones55rank/position

The Rolling Stones – Jumpin’ Jack Flash (Promo Video 1968) HD

Among The Rolling Stones’ songs, this track is said to be one of their signature numbers alongside “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction.” The opening guitar you hear is an acoustic guitar tuned to open G.

Let’s sing it at karaoke so it’ll pump up the crowd just like at their live shows.

See You Again (ft. Charlie Puth)Wiz Khalifa56rank/position

Wiz Khalifa – See You Again ft. Charlie Puth [Official Video] Furious 7 Soundtrack

A collaboration by Wiz Khalifa and Charlie Puth released in March 2015 as a song for the film Furious 7.

Created as a tribute to Paul Walker, who died in an accident during filming, it conveys themes of friendship, parting, and the hope of reunion.

It’s a ballad that blends an emotional piano melody, soulful vocals, and powerful rap, and it topped the Billboard Hot 100 for 12 consecutive weeks.

Even if you’re not confident in English, the chorus melody is easy to hum, and its universal themes resonate across generations.

Singing it at occasions like wedding after-parties or farewell gatherings can create a calm, moving atmosphere as you reflect on memories with loved ones.