Chiharu Matsuyama Karaoke Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

A long nightMatsuyama Chiharu1rank/position

Long Night - Chiharu Matsuyama

A smash hit released in 1981.

One of Chiharu Matsuyama’s signature songs, this classic Showa-era ballad straightforwardly conveys the “ache of a man’s heart.” The overall vocal range spans D3 to D5, and it’s a song most people can handle if they sing the talk-like phrasing in the verses and release fully in the chorus for contrast.

However, since the chorus jumps up into higher notes, be careful not to strain your throat.

Like Matsuyama himself, keeping your eyebrows raised while singing makes the high notes much easier to hit—highly recommended! When you project your voice, don’t hesitate—use instant power and send it far.

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In the Great Sky and on the Vast Earth

This is one of Chiharu Matsuyama’s signature songs, known as an anthem of encouragement for young people.

Its powerful message resounds amid vast natural landscapes, urging listeners to seize their dreams through their own effort and will.

It conveys the resolve to believe in your true self and to live with all your strength, like a wildflower blooming in the fields, even when times are hard—an inspiring classic that gives courage to all who hear it.

Featured on the album “A Song Made for You,” the piece was released in June 1977 and remains enduringly popular.

It has been cherished as an insert song in the drama “The Ugly Duckling” and as a cheer song for high school baseball in Matsuyama’s home of Hokkaido.

With its dramatic melody, powerful vocals, and stirring lyrics, it’s a song to listen to when you’re at a crossroads in life or about to take a new step forward.

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love

It’s a love ballad by Chiharu Matsuyama, and it’s the kind of song where you really need to be mindful of the spaces, or you won’t quite catch the groove.

If you only look at the lyrics, you might feel like singing line after line without pause, but if you place each phrase carefully and let the resonance linger, it will deepen the sense of poignancy.

The overall vocal range is C3 to G4, so it’s not too high and there’s no need to belt.

When the chorus comes, project your voice, add clear dynamics, and sing with confidence—the performance will land stylishly.

That way, even listeners who don’t know the song will recognize where the chorus is and will be able to groove along with you!

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Chiharu Matsuyama / Tabidachi

It’s Chiharu Matsuyama’s debut song, released in 1977, and one of his signature works.

This song is a memorable one for me because I performed it as a duo with a student, singing while playing.

The structure repeats the opening melody several times, and the chorus finally appears toward the end.

The overall vocal range is C#3 to B4, with a big lift at the chorus, so the high notes come at the end.

It might be a bit high, but if you nail the high part, it’s a really cool song.

Be careful not to force the high notes and strain your throat.

Sing so that your head and chest resonate and your whole body carries the sound.

Since you’ll need plenty of breath, try to inhale deeply using diaphragmatic breathing, and make a conscious effort to project your voice accordingly.

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First love

Brimming with a refreshing melody that feels like a snapshot of youth, this song was released on January 25, 1977 as the B-side to the single “Tabidachi,” and has captivated many karaoke fans.

Showcasing Chiharu Matsuyama’s hallmark style—simple yet powerful music carried by a single guitar—it’s pleasant to sing and easy to try.

The stirring lyrics speak directly to the listener’s emotions, creating a sense of unity in the karaoke room.

Filled with warmth and affection that reaches many people, this is a song you should definitely try singing.

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Graduation

With a gentle singing voice that warmly watches over new beginnings in life, this spring melody has echoed across Hokkaido.

Chiharu Matsuyama’s beautiful ballad lets us look back on our youthful days while filling us with hope for the future.

The soulful guitar tones and clear, expansive vocals are sure to bring back many memories.

Released in 1979, this work was created as the theme song for STV’s program “Graduation of Kushiro High School.” It was also included on the album “Seishun” (Youth) and has continued to be cherished as a folk classic.

Why not spend a heartwarming time with older adults, sharing nostalgic stories as you listen together?

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Chiharu Matsuyama “Christmas”

A masterpiece of a wistful winter song.

Chiharu Matsuyama’s warm voice gently wraps the pain of heartbreak.

Released in November 1997, this gem of a ballad portrays the poignant feelings of a man walking through a city at Christmastime.

Regret for a lost love is expressed through Matsuyama’s characteristically poetic lyrics.

The loneliness of standing alone amid a festive season seeps deeply into the listener’s heart.

It’s a recommended track not only for those who have endured painful breakups, but also for anyone who wants to reaffirm their feelings for someone special.

Sing it at karaoke, and it will surely soothe your heart.