[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.
Playlist
| [60s] Karaoke Popularity Rankings by Generation [2026] | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | Lingering Snowiruka |  play_arrow | Tips for singing Nagori Yuki with ease and producing a gentle voice. |
| 2 | A long nightMatsuyama Chiharu |  play_arrow | Chiharu Matsuyama’s song “A Long Night” carries deep emotions… |
| 3 | threadNakajima Miyuki |  play_arrow | Miyuki Nakajima’s “Ito” is a masterpiece, with a timeless appeal that keeps it being sung across generations. |
| 4 | era; age; time; periodNakajima Miyuki |  play_arrow | Miyuki Nakajima’s masterpiece, a memorable classic that lingers in the heart |
| 5 | A Good Day to Set Out on a JourneyYamaguchi Momoe |  play_arrow | Easy to sing among Momoe Yamaguchi’s famous songs |
| 6 | BoyhoodInoue Yosui |  play_arrow | How to sing the nostalgic classic we sang in music class |
| 7 | Cotton HandkerchiefŌta Hiromi |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that sings of the poignant feelings of a long-distance romance |
| 8 | setting sunyoshida takurou |  play_arrow | Takuro Yoshida's 'Rakuyō' is an easy one to aim for a high score with. |
| 9 | Crossing Amagi PassIshikawa Sayuri |  play_arrow | Sayuri Ishikawa’s classic captivates the heart |
| 10 | Robinsonsupittsu |  play_arrow | A classic by Spitz, a gently heartwarming song |
| 11 | dogwood (flowering dogwood)Hitoto Yo |  play_arrow | Released in February 2004, this work is J… |
| 12 | The Maiden with Flaxen HairShimatani Hitomi |  play_arrow | Hitomi Shimatani’s refreshing love song |
| 13 | Do whatever the hell you want.sawada kenji |  | Kenji Sawada’s classic song “Muen-zaka” is a big hit. |
| 14 | The Day the Seagulls FlewWatanabe Machiko |  play_arrow | Machiko Watanabe’s classic song, “Memories of the Sea.” |
| 15 | Rainy MidosujiŌyō Fifi |  play_arrow | A song about a woman's heartrending love as she walks along Midosuji |
| 16 | wintering swallowMori Masako |  play_arrow | Introduction to Masako Mori's Exquisite Ballad Works |
| 17 | Love will winKAN |  play_arrow | A signature song by KAN. A classic endowed with healing warmth and universality. |
| 18 | The Last RainYasushi Nakanishi |  play_arrow | A classic ballad about breaking up with a lover |
| 19 | Sailor Suit and Machine GunYakushimaru Hiroko |  play_arrow | A song of youth chasing dreams, Hiroko Yakushimaru's debut single |
| 20 | Farewell, my loverSakai Masaaki |  play_arrow | The popular Group Sounds band, The Spy… |
| 21 | Kiyoshi’s Zundoko SongHikawa Kiyoshi |  play_arrow | Hikawa Kiyoshi’s representative enka songs |
| 22 | outdatedKawashima Eigo |  play_arrow | Eigo Kawashima’s classic song “Jidai Okure” is easy to sing. |
| 23 | Stars on EarthNakajima Miyuki |  play_arrow | Miyuki Nakajima’s classic song: narrow vocal range but full of impact |
| 24 | Sake, Tears, Men, and WomenKawashima Eigo |  play_arrow | Even men who always act cool, sometimes... |
| 25 | Let yourself go with the flow of timeTeresa Ten |  play_arrow | Teresa Teng’s classic, heart-wrenching love ballad |
| 26 | Pink sighTakahashi Mariko |  play_arrow | Mari Takahashi’s classic song, with a narrow vocal range and a mood-focused vibe |
| 27 | Tokyoyashiki takajin |  play_arrow | An enka ballad that sings of love and heartbreak in Kansai dialect |
| 28 | Until we meet againOzaki Kiyohiko |  play_arrow | This song, released in March 1971, ... |
| 29 | The Bride of SetoKoyanagi Rumiko |  play_arrow | Seto Inland Sea Bridal Song, a signature hit by Rumiko Koyanagi |
| 30 | At all times.Makihara Noriyuki |  play_arrow | A signature work by Noriyuki Makihara. A classic song about being yourself. |
| 31 | First loveMurashita Kōzō |  play_arrow | Feel the rhythm, use your body, and sing with ease. |
| 32 | Thank youikimonogakari |  play_arrow | A gem-like ballad filled with warmth and gratitude |
| 33 | Fall in LoveKobayashi Akiko |  play_arrow | The theme songs from TBS’s Friday dramas are memorable. |
| 34 | My Dear EllieSazan Ōrusutāzu |  play_arrow | It’s the Southern All Stars’ third single… |
| 35 | Ruby RingTerao Akira |  play_arrow | Akira Terao’s biggest hit song, “Ruby no Yubiwa” (Ruby Ring) |
| 36 | PRIDEImai Miki |  play_arrow | Miki Imai’s signature song “PRIDE” becomes a big hit. |
| 37 | Forever with youKayama Yūzō |  play_arrow | Yuzo Kayama’s classic hit, a hugely popular single |
| 38 | Parting at 22kaze |  play_arrow | Folk songs are all about emotion. |
| 39 | I look up as I walkSakamoto Kyu |  play_arrow | Charming with its bouncy melody and heartwarming lyrics... |
| 40 | I can’t say it.Gō Hiromi |  play_arrow | Vocal techniques for singing sultry, mature ballads |
| 41 | It was spring, wasn’t it?yoshida takurou |  play_arrow | A rock number that sings of the fleeting nature of love |
| 42 | Wine Red Heartanzenchitai |  play_arrow | The melancholy melodies and vocals of Anzen Chitai are captivating. |
| 43 | younger boykyandīzu |  play_arrow | Candies' 'Younger Boy' is easy to sing. |
| 44 | Subtly flashy (bling-bling, but nonchalant)Kondō Masahiko |  play_arrow | Together with Toshihiko Tahara and Yoshio Nomura, 'Tano…' |
| 45 | scarecrowsadamasashi |  play_arrow | Masashi Sada’s classic song “Kakashi” is easy to sing. |
| 46 | ChampionArisu |  play_arrow | A rock ballad that resonates with men in their 50s and is easy to sing at karaoke. |
| 47 | White Swingbiriibanban |  play_arrow | Billy BanBan’s classic songs popular among men in their 60s |
| 48 | FriendsRebekka |  play_arrow | Rebecca’s classic song “Friends” is great for karaoke. |
| 49 | If I’m wrapped in kindnessArai Yumi |  play_arrow | The ending of Kiki's Delivery Service, a gentle song. |
| 50 | Message of RougeMatsutōya Yumi |  play_arrow | A classic by Yumi Arai—bright and easy to sing |
| 51 | Top Of The WorldCarpenters |  play_arrow | Explanation of the Carpenters’ “Top of the World” |
| 52 | Cactus Flower ~From Under the Same Roof~Zaitsu Kazuo |  play_arrow | Tulip’s … released in 1975 |
| 53 | Red Sweet PeaMatsuda Seiko |  play_arrow | A classic song that sings of the pure love of youth |
| 54 | Wandering Love SongNagabuchi Tsuyoshi |  play_arrow | Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi’s masterpiece “Junrenka,” a classic brimming with melancholy and emotion. |
| 55 | teacherMori Masako |  play_arrow | Masako Mori’s classic song “Sensei”: nostalgic lyrics and melody |
| 56 | Door of LifeTakeuchi Mariya |  play_arrow | Mariya Takeuchi, a song with warm lyrics and melody |
| 57 | The two of us since then |  play_arrow | The poignancy of two people walking separate paths |
| 58 | You are more beautiful than a rose.Fuse Akira |  play_arrow | Even people in their twenties have probably heard the chorus... |
| 59 | North TavernHosokawa Takashi |  play_arrow | A classic enka song depicting an encounter at a tavern in the northern country |
| 60 | Dream GuideYamaguchi Momoe |  play_arrow | Momoe Yamaguchi’s “Yume Saki Annainin” is easy to sing. |
| 61 | The season the sun gave usaoi sankakujougi |  play_arrow | The theme song of Aoi Sankakujōgi released in 1972… |
| 62 | The Bride SambaGō Hiromi |  play_arrow | Oyome Samba is a standard song for weddings. |
| 63 | Street Corner of BetrayalKai Band |  play_arrow | Kai Band's 'Uragiri no Machikado' is easy to sing. |
| 64 | Yokohama TwilightItsuki Hiroshi |  play_arrow | Mood kayō and enka singer Hiroshi Itsuki’s de... |
| 65 | Yoko of the Port, Yokohama, YokosukaDaun Taun Bugiugi Bando |  play_arrow | A richly narrative song that unfolds as if speaking to you... |
| 66 | Gatchaman SongShimon Masato |  play_arrow | Let's sing the Gatchaman theme song with energy! |
| 67 | Body and soulDaun Taun Bugiugi Bando |  play_arrow | A deep, rich low-register singing that captivates both body and soul |
| 68 | Your eyes are 10,000 voltsHoriuchi Takao |  play_arrow | A legendary group of New Music from the Showa era… |
| 69 | Oh, sake!Yoshi Ikuzo |  play_arrow | Introduction to enka songs for men in their 60s |
| 70 | Angel’s TemptationMayuzumi Jun |  play_arrow | Jun Mayuzumi's big hit song to be made into a film |
| 71 | Scorpio womanMikawa Ken’ichi |  play_arrow | Mikawa Kenichi’s signature enka “Scorpio” |
| 72 | The Wind RisesMatsuda Seiko |  play_arrow | Seiko Matsuda’s “Kaze Tachinu” is perfect for karaoke. |
| 73 | The Camellia Sasanqua InnŌkawa Eisaku |  play_arrow | The 32nd release overall by Japanese enka singer Eisaku Okawa... |
| 74 | Sinbad on the Shorepinku redii |  play_arrow | A summer seaside love song, a classic from the Showa era |
| 75 | Tsugaru Strait – Winter SceneIshikawa Sayuri |  play_arrow | Sayuri Ishikawa’s classic song “Tsugaru Strait: Winter Scene” |
| 76 | Like the flow of a riverMisora Hibari |  play_arrow | Hibari Misora’s final masterpiece, a song about the flow of life |
| 77 | Dancing QueenABBA |  play_arrow | An icon of the disco boom of the 1970s, A... |
| 78 | Oh, Pretty WomanRoy Orbison |  play_arrow | Roy Orbison’s 1964 release, Hi… |
| 79 | Surely more than anyone else in the worldNagayama Miho & WANDS |  play_arrow | Miho Nakayama’s classic—sing it with care on the high notes. |
| 80 | For me to be myselfOzaki Yutaka |  play_arrow | A song of strong will to live as oneself |
| 81 | Stranger – Theme of the Silk RoadKUBOTA Saki |  play_arrow | Saki Kubota’s classic song, full of melancholy and charm |
| 82 | Can’t Say Anything… SummerTHE JAYWALK |  play_arrow | J-WALK's signature song 'Nani mo Ienakute... Natsu' (Can't Say Anything... Summer) |
| 83 | Islanders’ TreasureBEGIN |  play_arrow | As the 23rd single of BEGIN, 20… |
| 84 | ambushIshikawa Hitomi |  play_arrow | Hitomi Ishikawa’s signature song, the pure feelings of love |
| 85 | Kanda RiverMinami Kōsetsu |  play_arrow | A representative folk song sung by Kosetsu Minami… |
| 86 | Marilyn in 1986Honda Minako |  play_arrow | Characteristics and Vocal Tips of Minako Honda’s Biggest Hit Song |
| 87 | loveMatsuyama Chiharu |  play_arrow | Chiaki Matsuyama’s song: sing with an awareness of pauses and lingering resonance. |
| 88 | atonementTeresa Ten |  play_arrow | Teresa Teng’s famous song of a heartrending farewell |
| 89 | The Maiden with Flaxen HairZa Virejji Shingāzu |  play_arrow | Young-master-type Group Sounds, The Ville… |
| 90 | While listening to a distant train whistleArisu |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that poignantly depicts the bittersweetness of youth and time |
| 91 | My chest hurts.Yūkadan |  play_arrow | Yuka-dan, the leading band of the Osaka blues scene |
| 92 | I tell lies with these eyes.CHAGE and ASKA |  play_arrow | Introduce famous songs by CHAGE and ASKA |
| 93 | Journey of the Heartchūrippu |  play_arrow | This song was released on April 20, 1973, and... |
| 94 | I just can’t stopYamamoto Rinda |  play_arrow | Linda Yamamoto’s famous song: an unexpectedly easy one to sing |
| 95 | festivalKitajima Saburō |  play_arrow | A representative song by Saburō Kitajima that sings about festival culture |
| 96 | If I Could Play the PianoNishida Toshiyuki |  play_arrow | Toshiyuki Nishida: the faces of a film actor and a musician |
| 97 | Detective StoryYakushimaru Hiroko |  play_arrow | Hiroko Yakushimaru’s film “Detective Story” |
| 98 | bullseyeYamamoto Rinda |  play_arrow | Yamamoto Linda’s festival song that’s guaranteed to get everyone fired up |
| 99 | In the Great Sky and on the Vast EarthMatsuyama Chiharu |  play_arrow | A classic youth-encouragement song by Chiharu Matsuyama |
| 100 | Funky Monkey BabyKyaroru |  play_arrow | Carol’s signature song, a refreshing rock tune |