Shota Shimizu Karaoke Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

Love ForeverKatō Miriya × Shimizu Shōta1rank/position

Miliyah Kato × Shota Shimizu “Love Forever”

When it comes to bittersweet love songs that defined the Heisei-era J-POP scene, this duet is indispensable! It vividly portrays the joy of meeting and the ache of parting, with a surge of gratitude for being saved from loneliness—truly a classic.

The male–female back-and-forth sounds like a real conversation, tugging tightly at your heart.

Performed by Miliyah Kato and Shota Shimizu, the single was released in May 2009 and later included on the album “Ring.” Its slightly uptempo dance beat and beautiful harmonies feel so good, and it’s guaranteed to light up the room when you sing it together at karaoke! It’s the perfect track for anyone who wants to face forward after the pain of love, or to deepen the bond with someone special.

A melody instead of a bouquetShimizu Shota2rank/position

Shota Shimizu 'A Melody Instead of a Bouquet' MV (Full Size)

Shota Shimizu’s signature song, “Hanataba no Kawari ni Melody o.” It’s a love ballad released on October 28, 2015, and served as the theme song for NHK’s Drama 10 “Designer Baby.” It’s hugely popular at karaoke; expressive emotion and delicate pitch control are the keys to a high score! The tempo is relaxed, so you have plenty of breath and can sing each phrase carefully, but if you pour in too much emotion, your pitch can actually waver.

So start by prioritizing accurate pitch and rhythm.

The vocal range is D#3 to C#5, which is a bit high for male singers.

How well you use falsetto and how you place the high notes in a comfortable spot will greatly affect how easy it feels to sing.

Some of my students strained by pushing chest voice too much on the high notes.

Make good use of falsetto!

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Kubota Mami

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SyrupShimizu Shota3rank/position

Shota Shimizu “Syrup” MV

Shota Shimizu’s new song “Syrup.” Shimizu is known for his music that prominently incorporates authentic R&B, and while this track retains those elements, it’s shaped into a lighter, more modern R&B style.

He isn’t necessarily a low-voiced artist, but since most of this song sits in the mid-to-low range, it should really showcase the appeal of male singers with lower voices.

It’s also recommended to intentionally lower the key to emphasize the low end even more.

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Ryo

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The town where you liveShimizu Shota4rank/position

Shota Shimizu “The Town Where You Live” MV

This is a classic heartbreak number by Shota Shimizu, an artist widely acclaimed for his overwhelming musical sensibility and distinctive sonic world, earning high praise overseas as well.

It’s a ballad that captures the bittersweet feeling of suddenly remembering someone you once loved dearly, and its slow tempo makes it easy to follow the music without rushing.

My BooShimizu Shota5rank/position

Shota Shimizu 'My Boo' Short Ver.

Shota Shimizu’s love ballad “My Boo” is a heartfelt song that resonates with women, showcasing his single-minded devotion.

Since everything except the chorus is rap, it’s an easy pick for men, too.

Some women might say they’re not into rap, but it’s not a fast, machine-gun style—and in this song, the rap sections actually make the chorus hit even harder, so no worries! There’s also an answer song, “Dear My Boo,” sung by Mirei Toyama, so it would be lovely for couples to sing them to each other.

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sasashina

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