Karaoke That Gets the Crowd Going: Latest Rankings [2026]

YAH YAH YAHCHAGE and ASKA22rank/position

[MV] YAH YAH YAH / CHAGE and ASKA

Known colloquially as “Chage and Aska,” the music duo CHAGE and ASKA gained popularity for their nostalgic songs and distinctive harmonies.

This is their 31st single.

The song was used as the theme for the TV drama “If You Look Back, He’s There,” and was released as a double A-side single together with “Yume no Bannin.” Its high-energy arrangement and straightforward message make it a perfect choice for men in their 50s who often experience work-related stress.

It’s a refreshing number you’ll want to belt out with friends at karaoke.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Freckles – JUDY AND MARY (Full)

Known as one of JUDY AND MARY’s signature songs, this track was released in February 1996.

It was also used as the theme song for the anime Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Swordsman Romantic Story.

YUKI’s clear, soaring vocals and the catchy melody make a strong impression.

While depicting the complex feelings after a heartbreak, the lyrics still convey a positive outlook, which is part of their appeal.

It’s sure to be a hit at year-end and New Year parties’ karaoke! With a tempo that’s easy for all age groups to enjoy, it should be an easy pick for company gatherings as well.

Let’s all sing it out with energy and brighten the start of the new year!

I’m going to Tokyo.Yoshi Ikuzo24rank/position

I'm going to Tokyo.

Enka singer Ichi Ikuzō, known for his wide-ranging musicality from comic songs to songs in a female voice and heart-wrenching ballads.

Unusual for an enka singer, he also has the side of a singer-songwriter, and his original songs, for which he writes both lyrics and music, are full of creativity and have remained beloved across generations.

Speaking of Ikuzō Yoshii’s masterpieces, it has to be “Ora Tokyo sa Iguda,” doesn’t it? While it has elements typical of enka, it features many spoken-style parts, so the overall difficulty is on the lower side.

As a comic song, it really gets the crowd going, so be sure to add it to your repertoire.

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Ryo

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Heart Throbsnobobyknows̟+25rank/position

nobodyknows+ “Kokoro Odoru” OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO

This is a song that lets you fully feel the wonderful power of music.

The heartfelt emotions put in by nobodyknows+ are expressed through a powerful beat and a melody line that resonates deeply.

The lyrics, carried by an up-tempo rhythm, vividly depict how people’s hearts dance through music and how bonds with friends grow stronger.

Released in May 2004, the song was chosen as the ending theme for the anime SD Gundam Force.

It is included on the album Do You Know? and was also performed at NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen in December of the same year.

It’s the perfect track when you want to steer your feelings in a positive direction or make time with your close friends shine even brighter.

The magical power of music will surely wrap your heart in gentle warmth.

PoppippoRamāzu P26rank/position

Poppippo (V3 Edition) - Hatsune Miku by LamazeP

If you used to listen to it, just seeing the title will make that phrase start playing in your head.

It’s a signature track by Lamaze-P, who has been actively creating from the early days of the Vocaloid scene to the present, released in 2008.

The content is simple—“Hatsune Miku recommends vegetable juice”—but its catchiness is off the charts, and it took Nico Nico Douga by storm at the time.

It’s also included on the album EXIT TUNES PRESENTS THE COMPLETE BEST OF Lamaze-P feat.

Hatsune Miku.

It’s perfect for when you want a boost of energy.

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SEKAI NO OWARI「RPG」

With its fantastical atmosphere and marching rhythm, this song gives a gentle push to new adults stepping into a new world.

Released in May 2013, SEKAI NO OWARI’s single “RPG” is a cheer anthem themed around friendship and adventure.

Written by Fukase and Saori, the lyrics portray the strength to face forward and overcome hardship, drawn from their own experiences.

The song also became beloved as the theme for the film “Crayon Shin-chan: Very Tasty! B-Class Gourmet Survival!!”.

Even if you feel lost on the adventure called life, listening to this track will give you the courage to believe you’ll be okay.

Yes, with pleasure.kocchi no kento28rank/position

Sure thing / Kocchino Kento MV

Released in 2024, this song became a social phenomenon: the “Giri-Giri Dance” went viral on social media, and it even broke into the top 20 on the Billboard Japan charts.

Kocchino Kento’s sensibility shines through in lyrics born from his own struggles with mental health—spoken head-on yet wrapped in just the right touch of humor and a pop sound that keeps things from getting too dark.

The message embedded in the lyrics—“If you feel at your limit, it’s okay to ask for help”—feels like an anthem for all of us living in the present day.

For karaoke, there are a few slightly fast-paced parts, but with a bit of practice you’ll get the hang of it quickly, and since it’s a song everyone knows, it’s guaranteed to get the crowd going.

If you sing it while copying the dance with your friends, it’s even more fun!