Top Japanese Pop Karaoke Rankings for Men [2026]

All of the YouthFujifaburikku43rank/position

Fujifabric – Youth of Everything

It’s a hidden gem by Fujifabric that captures the melancholy of summer’s end and the sparkle of youth slipping away.

Lines like “When the last fireworks are over, will we change?” convey that inexpressible mix of anxiety and hope for the future, tightening the listener’s chest.

Released in November 2007 as an advance single from the album TEENAGER, the song was also featured as insert music in the drama SUMMER NUDE.

Its somewhat nostalgic melody will create a tender, emotional unity when sung at karaoke with peers.

Why not try it when you want to gently mellow the mood?

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sumika / Wish [Music Video]

Sumika is a four-piece rock band.

Their song “Negai” (Wish) was written as the theme song for the drama Ossan’s Love – in the sky -.

Thanks to the show’s popularity, many people have probably heard it.

The song captures the aching feelings of unrequited love that really tug at the heart.

The sound isn’t just rock; it also incorporates pop elements.

Because of that, it’s easy to listen to and approachable, including for female listeners.

It would be great to be able to sing with the same powerful voice as the vocalist, Kenta Kataoka.

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Stand by me, Stand by you.Hirai Dai45rank/position

Hirai Dai / Stand by me, Stand by you. (Lyric Video)

A warm love song sung by Dai Hirai, “Stand by me, Stand by you.” Released as a digital single in September 2020, the track was also featured in a web commercial for a wedding information site.

The gentle tones of the acoustic guitar and the soothing melody overlap to calmly portray the joy of walking through life for a long time with the one you love.

His unadorned, understated vocals tenderly nestle close to the listener’s heart.

Celebrating the everyday moments shared with someone special, this song is a perfect classic ballad to sing at karaoke to express your feelings for your partner.

It’s love, right?wacci46rank/position

wacci 'Koi Daro' Music Video

I’ve been posting songs with the theme of “men with low voices,” and many of my students are “men with low voices” too! One of them has been practicing wacci’s “Koidaro.” In this song, the chorus jumps up in range to F#4, but the lowest note is a pretty low B2, which actually appears multiple times throughout.

How about first making sure you can firmly produce those easier low notes, and then try tackling the high notes with some momentum? Of course, it’s totally fine to start with falsetto instead of chest voice! If you keep singing, there will definitely be a point where it clicks, so I think it’s worth giving it a go even if it feels “a bit high.” Just don’t push yourself!

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GLAY / HOWEVER

This classic song by GLAY is filled with feelings for a loved one.

Its poignant yet powerful vocals and heart-touching melody are truly captivating.

While lamenting that the meeting with their beloved came too late, the lyrics also express that precisely because of that lateness, they can cherish the happiness they have now—something many listeners can relate to.

Released in 1997 and later used as a TV drama’s ending theme, this piece has continued to be beloved as a staple in live performances.

If you sing it at karaoke when you want to convey your feelings to someone special, it will surely resonate with them.

Why not try singing it while imagining GLAY’s soul-stirring vocals?

single-minded; wholehearted; devoted; earnestKing Gnu48rank/position

King Gnu – Ichizu

A song that brilliantly captures unwavering feelings for someone and the sometimes painful, complex emotions that come with them.

Its heavy sound and dramatic development leave a strong impression, with King Gnu’s signature meticulous arrangements and high-level musicianship shining throughout.

Released in December 2021 as the theme song for the anime film Jujutsu Kaisen 0, it topped Oricon’s annual combined single rankings.

The alternating vocals of Satoru Iguchi and Daiki Tsuneta resonate with each other, heightening the sense of earnest emotion.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when your feelings overflow for someone, or in moments when you want to face a loved one.

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DISH// (Takumi Kitamura) – Neko / THE FIRST TAKE

DISH// is a dance-rock band centered around vocalist Takumi Kitamura.

Their signature song “Neko” was released in August 2017 as a coupling track on the single “Bokutachi ga Yarimashita.” Written and composed by singer-songwriter Aimyon, the song gained explosive popularity in 2020 with its THE FIRST TAKE version, drawing major attention.

Comparing a dearly loved person who suddenly disappeared to a free-spirited animal, it captivates listeners with a poignant worldview that sings of profound loss and an earnest longing for reunion.

When performed tenderly with deep emotion, it can truly grip the hearts of listeners, making it a perfect choice for male vocalists who want to showcase their vocal expressiveness.