[60s] Karaoke Popularity Rankings by Generation [2026]
We’re excited to present the latest rankings from the Karaoke Chart by Age: 60s category, listed in order of most views! Classic hits and staple songs, including enka and kayōkyoku, have made the list, showing just how strong their popularity remains.
If you’re from a younger generation and find songs you haven’t heard before, why not give them a listen? You might discover something new.
The playlist is updated every week.
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[60s] Karaoke Popularity Ranking by Generation [2026] (81–90)
Kanda RiverMinami Kōsetsu85rank/position
Sung by Kōsetsu Minami, this emblematic folk song was released in 1973.
Many people likely spent their student days in a manner similar to the world depicted in this so-called “four-and-a-half-mat Showa folk” song.
It’s a piece to be cherished and sung with a sense of nostalgia for one’s youth.
In addition to karaoke, it’s also a great choice for solo performance with an instrument.
Marilyn in 1986Honda Minako86rank/position
Minako Honda was an idol singer who gained popularity from the late 1980s to the early 1990s thanks to her strong vocal ability and powerful singing style.
I believe she was especially popular among people in their 60s as a leading example of an idol with outstanding singing skills.
“Marilyn in 1986” is her biggest hit.
While the track is notable for its danceable synths, the vocal line leans strongly toward kayōkyoku (traditional Japanese pop), and the range—mid1F to hiF—is not particularly wide, giving it a light, effortless feel when sung.
It’s easy to sing yet still delivers plenty of excitement, so consider adding it to your repertoire.
loveMatsuyama Chiharu87rank/position
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!
atonementTeresa Ten88rank/position
Depicting a heartrending farewell between a man and a woman, this piece can be considered Teresa Teng’s re-debut song in Japan.
Released in January 1984, it became a massive hit, selling over 1.5 million copies.
Set in a room where the western sun streams through the window, it conveys a woman’s loneliness as she reminisces about a past love, along with a faint wish for the one she’s parting from.
Its simple, singable melody gains even greater depth when performed with emotion.
Whether at a gathering with friends or during a solo relaxation moment, it’s a superb choice.
Why not add it to your repertoire for your next karaoke session?
The Maiden with Flaxen HairZa Virejji Shingāzu89rank/position
It’s a classic by the “young master”-style Group Sounds band, The Village Singers.
The song had a revival hit in 2002 thanks to Hitomi Shimatani.
It’s one of those songs younger people will still say they know at karaoke.
It’s fun when you can share it with younger folks and everyone gets hyped.
A little trivia: The Village Singers’ version is actually a cover—the original was by Michi Aoyama, titled “Kaze Fuku Oka de” (On the Windy Hill), with a different title, too.
While listening to a distant train whistleArisu90rank/position
Known as a signature song by the folk group Alice, this masterpiece depicts the bittersweet passage of time, the poignancy of youth, and a yearning for faraway places.
Released in July 1976, it is included on the album ALICE V.
Its lyrics, imbued with a powerful message about overcoming hardship, reflecting on oneself, and moving forward, resonate with many listeners.
The song was also performed at NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen in 1996 and 2005.
When you find yourself at a crossroads in life, why not give it a listen?
[60s] Karaoke Popularity Rankings by Generation [2026] (91–100)
My chest hurts.Yūkadan91rank/position
When talking about the blues scene in Osaka, you can’t avoid mentioning the band YUKADAN.
Their vocalist, Atsuki Kimura, is known as having an “angelic raspy voice”—literally raspy, yet warm and gently embracing in its tone.
Their hit number Mune ga Itai (“My Heart Hurts”) showcases exactly that.
The vocal range isn’t particularly wide, but emulating Kimura’s powerful rasp is extremely difficult.
Aiming for a high score is easier if you focus on accurate pitch and sing in a way that suits your own voice.