[20s] Popular Songs Ranking by Generation [2026]

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LiSA – Gurenge / THE FIRST TAKE

This is the song that was chosen as the opening theme for the anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and sparked a social phenomenon.

It’s LiSA’s 15th single, released in 2019.

The song’s structure, which exquisitely weaves together intense rock sounds with quiet sections, is captivating.

The lyrics, which sing of the protagonist facing a harsh fate and an unyielding will that won’t bend to any hardship, are sure to stir listeners’ hearts.

The chorus, where her high-tone vocals explode, is nothing short of breathtaking.

It’s guaranteed to get everyone pumped if you sing it at karaoke.

It’s love, right?wacci72rank/position

wacci 'Koi Daro' Music Video

A signature song by wacci that portrays a pure, universally relatable feeling of love.

As the lyrics say, “Gender and age don’t matter,” it carries a message affirming diversity in romance.

Written specifically as an insert song for the Fuji TV drama “The Grand Family,” it was released digitally in April 2022.

It captured many hearts, earning the Excellence Award at the 64th Japan Record Awards.

It’s recommended for anyone struggling with love or wanting to reaffirm their feelings for someone special.

How about listening to this song and honestly sharing your feelings with the person you care about?

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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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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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Yorushika – Ghost in a Flower (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

For those who struggle to decide what to sing at karaoke, I recommend “Hana ni Bourei” (“Ghost in a Flower”).

It was released in 2020 by Yorushika, a rock band immensely popular especially among Gen Z.

Many listeners will relate to its poetic lyrics that capture a page of “youth.” The technical guitar riffs etched into the wistful band sound are striking, and suis’s clear vocals soothingly narrate a bittersweet summer story.

When singing it, the key is to relax and deliver it as if you’re speaking to someone.

Since the song unfolds within a steady vocal range, karaoke beginners should definitely give it a try.

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Is there still anything that love can do?RADWIMPS76rank/position

RADWIMPS – Is There Still Anything That Love Can Do? [Official Music Video]

This is a moving masterpiece born at the intersection of love and hope.

It’s a song RADWIMPS wrote specifically for the film Weathering with You and released alongside the movie in July 2019.

The lyrics embrace themes like the power of love and the courage to live, beautifully harmonizing with the film’s story.

Its grand sound, woven from piano and strings, stirs the listener’s heart.

It’s a perfect track for those who want to relive the film’s emotions or express their feelings for someone special through music.

Be sure to listen and experience a lasting sense of wonder.

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Spitz / Cherry

A signature song by Spitz that sings of parting and new beginnings.

Released in April 1996, this single was a massive hit, selling over 1.613 million copies.

It depicts someone stepping forward into a hope-filled future while holding memories of a loved one close, and its refreshing yet slightly wistful melody feels like a pleasant spring breeze.

Many listeners may have been moved by the straightforward lyrics about feeling as if the mere sound of words of love could make you stronger.

The song is also included on the classic album Indigo Chiheisen, and in recent years it has been featured in NTT East’s commercials.

It’s sure to make the start of a new season even more wonderful.