SKE48 Karaoke Song Popularity Ranking [2026]

Pareo is emerald.SKE481rank/position

On sale 2011/7/27: 6th single “Pareo wa Emerald” MV (special edit ver.)

A refreshing pop song that vividly captures a summer romance.

The story is striking: a boy is surprised by the growth of a girl he’d thought of like a little sister and begins to fall for her.

The emerald-green pareo symbolizes the summer sea and mirrors the girl’s transformation.

The sparkling intro that shifts into an up-tempo groove is captivating and draws listeners in.

Released in July 2011 as SKE48’s sixth single, it was also performed at the 2012 Kohaku Uta Gassen.

The cheerful beach-set music video is another highlight.

A perfect track for summer drives or seaside dates—highly recommended for anyone wanting to feel the spirit of youth.

1! 2! 3! 4! Nice to meet you!SKE482rank/position

2010/11/17 on sale 4th Single '1!2!3!4! Yoroshiku!' Music Video

Released in 2010 as an SKE48 song, “1!2!3!4! Yoroshiku!” expresses a girl’s feelings of love set to a bright, upbeat sound.

With lines like “Confessing isn’t easy” and “Events are important timing,” many girls in love will likely find it relatable.

The song includes spoken lines and call-and-response parts, so it seems perfect for getting the crowd excited at karaoke.

Both the lyrics and the choreography are cute, so be sure to master them and try singing and dancing together with everyone.

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KarmaSKE483rank/position

SKE48 「Karma」 Music Video / 2025.9.24 on sale

This is the theme song for the drama “IDOL OF THE DEAD: The Person Beside You Has Died,” featuring SKE48 members and distributed on the short drama app BUMP.

It will be released as their 35th single in September 2025, and the double-center lineup of Haruka Kumazaki and Kaho Sato—who have supported the group for many years—has become a hot topic.

With “karma” and “cause and effect” as its themes, the lyrics depict a protagonist harboring a forbidden romantic feeling.

Combined with the song’s serious tone, you can’t help but be drawn into its world.

Tick tack zackSKE484rank/position

SKE48 「Tick tack zack」 Music Video / 2025.3.12 on sale

A pop tune that marks the course of love alongside the ticking of the clock! SKE48’s “Tick tack zack” is an irresistibly catchy dance number themed around the give-and-take of romance.

It’s a coming-of-age psychological drama that depicts the frustration of not being able to read the other person’s feelings and the inner conflict as emotions deepen.

The rhythmic melody and choreography that expresses a clock’s second hand through hand movements in the music video are particularly striking.

Released in March 2025, it was selected as the opening theme for Nippon TV’s “Buzz Rhythm 02.” It’s a must-listen for anyone struggling with unrequited love or swept up in romance.

Banzai VenusSKE485rank/position

Banzai Venus SKE48 Banzai Venus

SKE48 is an idol group based in Aichi Prefecture.

Their fifth single is “Banzai Venus.” It’s a cheer song for women who have a hard time confessing their feelings.

With its pop melody and powerful vocals, it’s an energizing track.

When you sing it at karaoke, try performing it brightly and powerfully like the original.

There are chorus parts and shout-along phrases, so having your friends join in will definitely liven things up.

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yamamoto

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I’ve fallen for you.SKE486rank/position

SKE48 “I Fell in Love” Music Video / On sale July 5, 2023

SKE48 is an idol group formed as the first sister group of AKB48, based in Sakae, Nagoya.

Their 31st single, “Suki ni Nacchatta,” features a clear, piano-driven sound that blossoms into a dazzling ensemble, building excitement right from the intro.

The frustration and pain of unrequited love, and the feeling of not being yourself because of it, are emotions that both those currently in love and those reminiscing about their youth can relate to.

With its charming layered vocals in the chorus, it’s a quintessential idol song that feels wonderfully comfortable.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Hologram of LoveSKE487rank/position

SKE48 “Ai no Hologram” Music Video / 2024.2.28 on sale

An SKE48 song that portrays the feelings of a girl carrying the pain of heartbreak.

Deep sorrow and lingering attachment are expressed through a catchy melody and passionate performance.

Released in February 2024, this track made waves as SKE48’s 32nd single.

It’s recommended for those who have just experienced a breakup or want to move forward but find it hard to take the next step.

Sing it at karaoke and you’ll surely feel refreshed.

It might also be fun to sing it with friends and get excited sharing your love stories.

A song that lets you discover a new side of SKE48.