Recommended karaoke crowd-pleasers: Popular artist rankings [2026]
This time, I’d like to introduce a ranking of artists whose songs are guaranteed to get everyone pumped at karaoke.
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Karaoke Songs That Get the Crowd Going: Popular Artist Rankings [2026] (41–50)
Goodbye ElegySuda Masaki43rank/position
In addition to his overwhelming presence as an actor, Masaki Suda continues to captivate many fans as a singer.
This work is his third single, released in February 2018, and it was selected as the theme song for the Nippon TV drama “Kiss That Kills.” The lyrics and composition were created by Hui Ishizaki, a singer-songwriter whom Suda deeply admires.
It’s a rock number that straightforwardly portrays the struggle of seeking love while being unable to escape loneliness, as well as the poignancy of parting.
The melody carries a touch of nostalgia, and the powerful, emotionally stirring lyrics leave a strong impression.
With relatively little variation in vocal range, it’s easy to sing and perfect for livening up a karaoke session.
The chorus, full of driving energy, is sure to create a sense of unity when everyone sings together.
Highly recommended for anyone looking to energize the mood at a post-drinks after-party.
Shut up.Ado44rank/position
A song I highly recommend for anyone feeling stressed by daily busyness or relationships.
It’s Ado’s landmark work that marked her major-label debut in October 2020, with lyrics and composition by Vocaloid producer syudou.
The lyrics, which vent frustration toward society and conformity and blurt out the words you couldn’t say back, resonated with the feelings of younger generations trapped by the pandemic’s sense of stagnation and became an explosive hit.
In March 2021, the music video surpassed 100 million views, making headlines as a record-breaking achievement by the youngest solo artist to do so.
When you want to blow off everyday frustration, it’s a fierce rock tune that feels exhilarating to belt out at karaoke like a scream.
LOVE DokkyunCLUB PRINCE45rank/position
Guaranteed to get the party going if you sing it at a drinking get-together! CLUB PRINCS’s signature track “LOVE Dokkyun” is a danceable song that depicts the world of host clubs.
Released in May 2007, it was used as the ending theme for TV Tokyo’s “Webtama ww.” The protagonist’s feelings, torn between love and work, are expressed over a catchy melody.
Sing this song and you might just feel like a host yourself!
Until the World Ends…WANDS46rank/position
This is a parody song with lyrics imbued with sorrow that evoke self-deprecating laughter.
Even if your situation is a bit tough, sometimes laughing it off can give you energy, right? And simply sharing a sense of “we’re all like this” can make you feel better too.
Karaoke is a perfect place for that kind of mutual encouragement.
The key with this song is to sing it earnestly to build a sense of shared empathy.
Laugh together and belt it out—“Yep, that’s exactly how companies are!”—and turn it into positive energy to say, “Let’s keep doing our best starting tomorrow!”
Tomorrow never knowsMr.Children47rank/position
Mr.Children is a four-member rock band now known by everyone as a monster act that has produced numerous hit songs.
Their sixth single, “Tomorrow never knows,” used as the theme song for the TV drama All About Youth (Wakamono no Subete), is a double million seller with sales approaching three million copies.
Its striking intro and wistful lyrics are sure to stir the hearts of those in their 50s.
As a universally recognized hit tune, it’s a number that will liven up any karaoke session, no matter the generation of the group.
Distance of the Starry SkyTHE ALFEE48rank/position
As THE ALFEE, this is their 17th single.
It’s said that Takamizawa created this song with the conscious aim of making it “a hit that leads to the next,” and it has become one of their live staples! In later years, versions incorporating orchestral and classical elements were also released, and the ongoing evolution of the arrangement has drawn attention.
Having multiple versions makes it fun to listen, doesn’t it? It’s a band-rock track with a cool guitar right from the intro, so you’ll probably be hyped up and ready to deliver great vocals even before you start singing! The vocal range isn’t that high, so many men should find it easy to sing.
If you open your throat and project your voice as if sending it far, you’ll likely find it very comfortable to sing.
Linda LindaTHE BLUE HEARTS49rank/position
One of The Blue Hearts’ signature songs, and the kind you can just scream and have fun with—whether live or at karaoke! For the quiet intro, sing carefully and with feeling, then for the chorus don’t worry about pitch—just belt it out and it’ll always get everyone hyped! Momentum is important, of course, but if you just shout recklessly you’ll hurt your throat, so focus on engaging your vocal cords and resonating in your chest.
Even just placing a hand on your chest while you sing helps you feel the resonance and hear your own voice better! You might get caught up in the intensity, but don’t forget to breathe—and enjoy singing!