Karaoke Popular Song Ranking of Mariya Takeuchi [2026]

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Single Again – Mariya Takeuchi

Released in 1989 as the 18th single, it was used as the theme song for the TV drama “Tuesday Suspense Theater.” The song portrays the wavering emotions of a woman who hears rumors that her ex-boyfriend, after marrying another woman, has divorced and become “single” again.

It has been covered by many artists, including Hideaki Tokunaga, Yasushi Nakanishi, and JUJU.

With a moderate tempo and manageable melodic range, its singability is one of its appeals, making it approachable even for karaoke beginners.

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Mariya Takeuchi – Cheer Up (Official Music Video)

Released in 1984.

It’s well-known as a song provided to Hiroko Yakushimaru, and Mariya Takeuchi’s own self-cover is also popular.

The overall melody is simple and centered in the mid-range, making it a relatively accessible key for most people to sing.

Since the song starts on the “na” sound, it can be hard to come in casually, so preparing your voice is very important! Hum along from the intro as if you’re already singing, and then, the moment the melody begins, project your voice with a quick burst of energy.

If the opening note comes out cleanly, you can keep singing with that momentum.

In general, singing with stronger accents might suit the mood of the song well.

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Kubota Mami

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Pure Love Rhapsody – Mariya Takeuchi

In today’s music scene, where Japanese city pop is being reevaluated worldwide, renewed attention is being drawn to singer-songwriter Mariya Takeuchi’s 24th single.

The song was used as the theme for the TV drama “Deatta Koro no Kimi de Ite” and as the commercial song for Nissan’s Cefiro, and it is also known as Takeuchi’s biggest hit.

Its arrangement, combining a light, buoyant feel with a comforting sense of float, and its bittersweet lyrics imbued with her own personality, create a more realistic image when sung by an adult woman.

With its stylish, gentle melody that soothes the heart, it’s a number that many men would surely love to hear sung by a woman in her 50s.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Mariya Takeuchi – Station [Live Version / 2000 @ Nippon Budokan]

A song by Mariya Takeuchi that tells a poignant story of unexpectedly reuniting with a former lover at a station at dusk.

The pain and nostalgia of a past romance seep into the heart, carried by her clear, translucent voice.

Originally written in 1986 as the theme song for the film “Goodbye Mama” and provided to Akina Nakamori, it was self-covered by Mariya Takeuchi the following year.

Rearranged by her husband Tatsuro Yamashita, the piece blossomed into an elegant sound centered on piano and strings.

Its universal narrative, themed around the breakup and reunion that many experience in love, gently stirs the listener’s memories.

It is a gem of a song best enjoyed in the quiet mood of twilight, as you reflect on cherished memories with someone dear.

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Lovely Holiday / Mariya Takeuchi [Cover]

A heartwarming song that portrays the joy of Christmas and the bonds of family.

The way the town turns white and the children’s delight really tugs at the heart.

Along with Mariya Takeuchi’s gentle vocals, the song’s happy vibe makes the magic of Christmas shine even brighter.

It was released in November 2001 as the B-side to the single “Nostalgia,” and was also used in a commercial for Kentucky Fried Chicken Japan.

Perfect for livening up a Christmas party with family and friends.

It’s a warm, inviting tune that will have everyone humming along.

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Mariya Takeuchi – Let Me Give You a Song (Official Music Video)

A heartwarming encouragement song has just been born.

Mariya Takeuchi’s gentle voice closely accompanies those struggling with worries.

The lyric “Everyone is full of worries” evokes deep empathy in listeners.

Released in August 2024, this piece also serves as the theme song for the drama “Subarashikya, Sensei!” Her harmony with Erika Ikuta is beautiful, resulting in a truly heartwarming track.

It’s the perfect song for cheering up a downcast friend or giving yourself courage.

Through the power of music, it helps you notice the love and happiness around you—a truly wonderful song.

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Confession – Mariya Takeuchi

Mariya Takeuchi is a female singer who has created many famous songs with her distinctive vocal timbre.

Among them, the one I especially recommend for its alluring sensuality and poignant mood is “Confession.” This piece sits in a fairly low range, essentially no different from an average male vocal.

While the overall range spans slightly wide—from mid1 D# to hi B—the lower tessitura actually makes it easier to sing for women in their 60s, whose voices tend to grow deeper.

It’s not a rowdy, party-style song, but it will definitely spark excitement through a strong sense of nostalgia.

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Ryo

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