Kenshi Yonezu’s Most Popular Karaoke Songs Ranking [2026]

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[BOOTLEG] Uchiage Hanabi Kenshi Yonezu

Regarding the duet song Uchiage Hanabi with DAOKO, this time I’ll introduce Kenshi Yonezu’s solo version! The overall vocal range sits at a relatively calm C3–A4, showcasing Yonezu’s characteristically gentle, tender tone throughout.

In fact, pitch tends to become less stable in the lower notes than the higher ones, so it’s important to pay close attention to the very beginning of each phrase.

If your breathing is shallow, it becomes harder to produce sound, so focus on taking deep breaths.

To nail the pitch, it also helps to lift your facial muscles.

Rather than lifting them while singing, raise them as you inhale and keep them engaged as you phonate.

Since the song is relaxed, there’s ample time for breaths, so don’t forget to take one each time.

Also, because it sits in the midrange, make sure to project your voice forward so it doesn’t get muffled!

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Kubota Mami

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Kenshi Yonezu – Electric Shock

It’s a fast-paced, jazz-tinged track released in 2020.

It was written specifically as the theme song for the TBS Friday drama “MIU404.” The song is sung with a somewhat languid feel, and adding falls could give it an even more stylish vibe.

Since it’s basically a song you can sing in chest voice, letting the tone taper off at the ends of phrases or shifting from chest voice to breathy tones should naturally create falls.

A delivery that holds the pitch to create some tension and then gently drops at the very end also seems to suit the song well.

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Kubota Mami

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Kenshi Yonezu – Melancholy Kitchen [RUS SUB] (【Kenshi Yonezu】Melancholy Kitchen)

The song Melancholy Kitchen is included on his second full-length album, YANKEE.

The ensemble, featuring funky guitar comping, creates a thrilling, spacious sound.

The tempo is fast and there are many rapid-fire phrases, making it hard to keep up, but the vocal range is relatively narrow and there aren’t many large interval leaps, so it should be approachable to try.

It’s a stylish pop tune that feels exhilarating to finish singing at karaoke.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Kenshi Yonezu – IRIS OUT

Kenshi Yonezu, a singer-songwriter who leads the scene with overwhelming charisma.

The song he created as the theme for the feature film Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc, released at the time in September 2025, still enjoys enduring popularity.

The work is characterized by a sound brimming with the thrill and speed of a free fall, skillfully expressing the heat of those moments rushing toward peril and ruin through abstract language.

Its melody, surging with overwhelming energy, instantly elevates the excitement for both performer and listener.

With its high recognition and up-tempo beat that can warm up the room, it’s a perfect choice for those who want to kick off a karaoke session with colleagues or friends on a high note.

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Kenshi Yonezu – LOSER

Kenshi Yonezu’s iconic song “LOSER.” The music video drew attention for his own dancing, and the track became one that showcased Yonezu’s artistry to the public.

Though released in 2016, it remains highly popular today, earning strong support not only from people in their 20s but also from those in their 30s.

The track has a somewhat cyber vibe, and despite the title’s “loser” theme, the lyrics are crafted to be uplifting—making it a perfect fit for those in their 30s who often face many challenges in the working world.

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Kenshi Yonezu – KICKBACK

This is the 13th single, released on November 23, 2022, as the opening theme for the TV anime Chainsaw Man.

Co-arranged with Daiki Tsuneta of King Gnu, it’s a fast-paced rock number that samples a phrase from Morning Musume’s “Souda! We’re ALIVE.” It’s a challenging song, but if you sing it with full energy, it will really hype up the crowd, so if you’re going to sing it, make sure your voice is firmly picked up by the mic.

If you focus on accents at the beginning of the melody, it’ll be easier to project your voice and get into the groove of the song.

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Kubota Mami

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Kenshi Yonezu – Paprika

Paprika, a famous song that gained nationwide popularity.

It was written by Kenshi Yonezu for the kids’ vocal group Foorin, and this version is an arrangement by Yonezu himself, the composer.

Compared to the original, this rendition has a more gentle, mellow atmosphere, and its relaxed tempo makes it easier to sing.

While the vocal range is somewhat wide, the scale has a Japanese flavor, so it likely won’t feel too difficult for Japanese singers.

Consider adding it to your repertoire.

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Ryo

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