[Male] Most Popular Western Music Karaoke Rankings [2026]

Beat ItMichael Jackson29rank/position

Michael Jackson – Beat It (Official 4K Video)

Michael Jackson, who has etched his name in music history as the “King of Pop.” Born in Indiana, he began his career in childhood as the lead vocalist of the Jackson 5 and achieved major success as a solo artist with the 1979 album Off the Wall.

His landmark 1982 release Thriller went on to sell over 65 million copies worldwide, dominating the era with its innovative sound that fused pop, R&B, funk, and rock.

In 1984, he won a record-breaking eight categories at the Grammy Awards, cementing his status as a global superstar.

His groundbreaking dance performances and music videos have continued to exert immeasurable influence on subsequent artists.

Highly recommended for those who want to enjoy dazzling stagecraft and a commanding vocal performance.

Until I Found YouStephen Sanchez30rank/position

Stephen Sanchez – Until I Found You (Official Video)

Since the 2020s began, music that blends nostalgia with novelty has started to be reevaluated.

This song strongly reflects that atmosphere.

Influenced by music from the 1950s and 1960s, it offers an innovative sound with contemporary arrangements.

It depicts a complex emotional landscape in which passion for love and feelings of remorse intertwine, and the influence of a particular woman permeates the entire lyric.

Released in September 2021, it dominated the charts in many countries and drew attention through collaborations with Elton John.

Stephen Sanchez’s emotional intensity resonates deeply.

It’s the perfect track for those carrying warm yet bittersweet feelings on Valentine’s Day.

ImagineJohn Lennon31rank/position

IMAGINE. (Ultimate Mix, 2020) – John Lennon & The Plastic Ono Band (with the Flux Fiddlers) HD

When you think of the legendary British singer-songwriter John Lennon, this is surely the signature song that comes to mind.

Released in September 1971, it carries a powerful message envisioning a peaceful world.

It sings of the importance of people uniting beyond the boundaries of religion and nationality.

Lennon’s warm vocals and the simple yet moving piano melody are captivating.

Released as a single from the album “Imagine,” it reached No.

3 on the U.S.

Billboard chart.

It’s the perfect song to sing when you want to express a wish for peace—sure to gently wrap your heart in kindness.

To Be With YouMr. BIG32rank/position

Mr. Big – To Be With You 4K Video

A four-piece American hard rock band, Mr.

Big—hugely popular in Japan as well—released this ballad as a single from their 1991 album “Lean into It.” It was their biggest hit, topping the U.S.

Billboard Hot 100 for three consecutive weeks and reaching number one in more than 15 countries worldwide.

Characterized by simple acoustic guitar strumming and beautiful vocal harmonies, it has an easy, handclap-friendly groove that makes your body move naturally.

The lyrics express a desire to be there for a love that isn’t going well, making it a song often played at weddings and in nostalgic moments.

Known as a group of virtuosos, they deliberately dialed back their technical showmanship here to put the emotion of the song front and center—another key highlight.

It’s a perfect karaoke pick to sing with friends, sure to bring back the heat of your youth.

Let Her GoPassenger33rank/position

Passenger | Let Her Go (Official Video)

It’s a song that captures a man’s feelings and regret after “she said it.” The vocalist has a rare kind of voice that really sticks with you—slightly husky, almost trembling—heightening the sense of poignancy.

Recommended for when you want to listen closely and let it sink in.

NumbLinkin Park34rank/position

Numb (Official Music Video) [4K UPGRADE] – Linkin Park

In the desperate struggle to live up to others’ expectations, you can lose sight of who you really are.

This song powerfully portrays that uniquely youthful conflict and anguish.

It repeatedly voices the exhaustion of continually performing the “ideal self” demanded by parents and teachers, the loneliness of being understood by no one, and the sense of emotions going numb—resonating deeply with listeners in their teens and twenties.

Beginning with gentle piano and synthesizer and erupting emotionally at the chorus, the arrangement is breathtaking.

Released in September 2003 as the third single from the album “Meteora,” it became a massive hit, topping the music charts for 12 consecutive weeks.

The music video, filmed in Prague, has surpassed one billion views and is highly acclaimed for its visual expression.

When you feel on the verge of losing your sense of self, this song will be there to stay by your side.

Sweet Child O’ MineGuns N’ Roses35rank/position

Guns N’ Roses – Sweet Child O’ Mine (Official Music Video)

It’s a breezy, upbeat smash hit released by Guns N’ Roses, who built an era with their back-to-basics rock sound.

The song opens with the signature guitar phrase by Slash, and over a simple backing track, Axl Rose’s distinctive vocals ring out.