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

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Ayaka / Nijiiro Music Video

This song is characterized by bright, hopeful lyrics and melody.

Ayaka’s powerful voice fills listeners with courage and energy.

Released as a single in June 2014, it was used as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series “Hanako to Anne.” It was later featured in commercials for UQ mobile and Dai-ichi Life, gaining popularity across a wide audience.

It’s also a popular choice for weddings and is perfect for moments you want to share with someone special.

It’s easy to sing at karaoke and is sure to liven up gatherings with friends.

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Connect / ClariS (Cover)

A number with a refreshing melody and lyrics that resonate with the heart.

Known as an anime opening theme, this piece has captured the hearts of many.

It reached No.

5 on the Oricon weekly chart and ranked 93rd on the 2011 year-end chart.

It also received Gold Disc certification, making it a major topic of conversation.

Sing it with friends, and it’s sure to become a fun memory.

The positive message in the lyrics gives courage to listeners.

It’s a perfect song when you want to hype up a karaoke session.

If everyone raises their voices together, you’re sure to have a wonderful time.

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SEKAI NO OWARI「RPG」

SEKAI NO OWARI’s classic song “RPG.” This work, which could be called the culmination of the band’s fantastical musical style from their early days, is something anyone born in the Heisei era has probably heard at least once.

Surprisingly, the song’s vocal range is quite narrow, spanning from mid1 C# to hi A.

Since the frequently used notes are also on the lower side, even men with lower voices can sing it without issue if they drop the key.

If you want to boost the quality, try mixing in breaths like Fukase does—doing so will really liven things up at karaoke.

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Kenshi Yonezu – Orion, Kenshi Yonezu

A song by Kenshi Yonezu that depicts a bond connecting two people like a constellation.

It’s a mid-tempo tune characterized by tension-building strings and a gentle melody, and it was used as the ending theme for the second cour of the first season of the NHK General TV anime March Comes in Like a Lion.

As Yonezu’s first anime theme song, it conveys a heartfelt wish for connection, even when apart.

Motifs of the winter night sky and Orion are used extensively, symbolizing loneliness, hope, and the ties between people.

It’s perfect for karaoke when you want to reaffirm your bond with someone important to you.

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back number – “Mabataki” Music Video

The 17th single by back number, released on December 20, 2017.

It also served as the theme song for the film “The 8-Year Engagement,” based on a true miracle story, boosting its recognition! It’s super cool if you can sing it well at karaoke.

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Mao Abe – I Want to Be Your Lover [Official Music Video]

How about a heart-wrenching love song that passionately sings of a straightforward, bittersweet unrequited love? It’s one of singer-songwriter Mao Abe’s signature songs, released in 2009 as her second single.

Carried by a mid-tempo guitar rock sound, her honest voice and feelings shine through—any woman in love right now won’t be able to help but relate.

It’s also known as a staple for band covers, meaning it features an approachable, easy-to-sing melody line.

Maybe singing this song is a good way to convey your feelings to the person you like.

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Araki Jakkan

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nobodyknows+ “Kokoro Odoru” Official Music Video

It’s a punchy, feel-good upper tune! A signature track by the hip-hop group nobodyknows+, released as their third single in 2004.

It was used as the ending theme for the anime SD Gundam Force.

From the very start it ramps up the energy, building a sense of excitement.

Its snappy lyrics and flow are also big reasons for its popularity.

I bet some of you often sing it at karaoke, right? It’s perfect for everyone to sing together when you go to karaoke!

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Araki Jakkan

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