[20s] Popular Japanese Music and J-POP Rankings [By Generation]

cold; curt; blunt; unfriendlyRADWIMPS64rank/position

RADWIMPS – Aloof [Official Music Video]

RADWIMPS wrote “Sokkenai” as the theme song for the dating reality show “Don’t Be Fooled by the Wolf-kun.” The song depicts the push and pull of romance and the emotional turbulence that unfolds on the show.

Its melody is simple, centered on piano.

This not only expresses emotional delicacy but also serves to highlight Yojiro Noda’s vocals.

As a result, singing it at karaoke should allow your voice to come through more clearly.

However, the vocal range is relatively narrow, so the overall difficulty shouldn’t be high.

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Ojamajo Carnival!!MAHO dō65rank/position

Ojamajo Doremi opening theme song “Ojamajo Carnival!!” full high quality audio

MAHO-dou’s debut song invites you into a fun, magical world.

Released in March 1999 as the opening theme for the anime Ojamajo Doremi, its lyrics are packed with the excitement of the moment when mysterious power wells up and the thrill of leaping out of everyday life.

In 2019, the song won the Heisei Anisong Grand Prize for Best Character Song.

For many women in their 20s, it might be a nostalgic favorite.

Sing it at karaoke and the atmosphere will instantly liven up.

Belt it out with your friends and make some joyful memories!

sense of shameshuuchishin66rank/position

sense of shame

This song is a classic that celebrates the courage to move forward without fearing failure.

The catchy line that everyone’s heard at least once really stands out, and it’s guaranteed to hype up any karaoke session! Released in April 2008, it became explosively popular as a ringtone even before the CD came out.

It was such a massive hit that it turned into a social phenomenon, achieving one million units in just two weeks.

It’s also included on the album “WE LOVE Hexagon.” It’s the perfect track to sing at large-group karaoke, like after-work drinks or class reunions.

If everyone sings and dances together, it’s sure to become an unforgettable memory!

My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS67rank/position

RADWIMPS – Zenzenzense (movie ver.) [Official Music Video]

Among RADWIMPS’s songs, “Zenzenzense” is one of their biggest hits.

If you were born in the Heisei era, you’ve almost certainly heard it at least once.

The song spans from a lowest note of mid2 F# to a highest note of mid2 F#, making it a very comfortable range for male singers.

Although there’s a somewhat rapid rise and fall in pitch at the beginning, there are no other particularly tricky parts, and the vocal line is easy to sing throughout.

Since there are relatively few rests, it’s recommended to identify your own breathing breakpoints to make it easier to sing.

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Ryo

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Gen Hoshino – Koi (Official Video)

It’s an irresistible song that captures the hearts of those in love.

It affirms diverse forms of love and carries a powerful message that you can choose your own path freely.

It drew attention as the theme song for the drama “We Married as a Job!” and was released in October 2016.

The “Koi Dance,” which became a social phenomenon, further boosted its popularity, making it one of Gen Hoshino’s signature songs.

It’s perfect for livening up a karaoke session or when you want to get into a romantic mood.

This track lets you fully enjoy its pop, upbeat rhythm and profound lyrics.

The world is smiling at you.Little Glee Monster69rank/position

Little Glee Monster 'The World Is Smiling at You' Short Ver.

There are plenty of men who like women who sing refreshing, upbeat songs.

If you’re looking for that kind of track, I recommend Little Glee Monster’s “Sekai wa Anata ni Waraikaketeiru” (“The World Is Smiling at You”).

Its music video, which has a sports theme, is memorable, so I think it will go over really well with men who enjoy watching sports.

It’s also a great one to try harmonizing with your female friends.

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Saitō Ayumu

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To all my ex-girlfriendsKoresawa70rank/position

Koresawa - To All My Ex-Girlfriends [Lyric Video]

Koresawa, who enjoys overwhelming popularity especially among younger generations, is a singer-songwriter from Osaka known for basically not showing her face and appearing as “Reko-chan,” a bear girl, in MVs.

Her songs—sung with outstanding melodic sense and lyrics that skillfully, and at times candidly, express women’s true feelings—are also hugely popular at karaoke.

The track we’re introducing this time, the impressively titled “To All My Ex-Girlfriends,” is a digital single released in 2024 and a hit distinguished by its MV set in a karaoke box.

Its country-flavored, upbeat sound, lyrics that keep slightly hard-to-say emotions bright, and catchy melody all showcase her impeccable taste.

While the overall pitch sits a bit on the higher side, the melodic line is easy to sing, and those with lower voices can handle it just fine by adjusting the key.

Be mindful of the bouncy rhythm, and make sure to bring out the contrast between smoothly connected sections and crisply articulated parts!

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KOH-1

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