Karaoke Popular Song Ranking of Ikuzo Yoshi [2026]
This is a karaoke popularity ranking for the truly remarkable musician Ikuzo Yoshi.
In addition to his illustrious achievements as an enka singer—winning the Gold Prize at the JASRAC Awards and the Grand Prix at the All Japan Cable Broadcasting Awards for “Sake yo”—he also holds the distinction of being the first person to perform Japanese rap on television with “Ora Tokyo sa Iguda.” As a songwriter and composer, he has provided songs to a stellar lineup including Sayuri Ishikawa, Kenji Sawada, Masao Sen, and Hiroshi Itsuki.
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Yoshi Ikuzo Karaoke Popular Songs Ranking [2026] (1–10)
To my daughter…Yoshi Ikuzo8rank/position
The classic “To My Daughter,” which portrays a father thinking of his daughter as she departs for her new home.
Told from the perspective of the father seeing her off, the song features a melody that carries a subdued, rugged charm amid a wistful atmosphere.
Vocally, it relies heavily on repetition, with most of the piece built around similar vocal lines.
There are no difficult vocal ornaments; the phrases proceed plainly and similarly throughout, making it very easy once you get used to it.
The range is also very narrow, so for those with lower voices, it’s about as singable as it gets.
DreamYoshi Ikuzo9rank/position
The classic song “Dream,” which gained nationwide popularity as the commercial jingle for Shin Nihon House, isn’t enka but primarily pop.
It features a breezy, surfer-music-like feel with a smooth, flowing vocal line.
Since it’s pop, there’s no kobushi-style ornamentation.
Additionally, the vocal range is quite narrow, so even those with a limited range or who struggle with enka should be able to sing it without trouble.
Its name recognition is tremendous, making it a big hit at karaoke.
Be sure to add it to your repertoire.
acting like a handsome guyYoshi Ikuzo10rank/position
Ikuzo Yoshi is known for his versatile musicality that extends beyond enka to include even rap.
“Nimaime Kidori” is a single released in September 2025, and a long-awaited work that reunites him with his close ally, composer Makoto Sugimoto, for the first time in 13 years since 2012’s “Sono Mukashi.” It vividly portrays the raw, inescapably human clumsiness and bittersweet sorrow lurking behind a man who puts on airs and tries to look cool.
A masterpiece that conveys the astringency of life, its seasoned vocals resonate deeply in the heart.
Karaoke Popular Songs Ranking by Yoshi Ikuzo [2026] (11–20)
Blues of SorrowYoshi Ikuzo11rank/position
Ikuzo Yoshi’s classic “Ai no Blues” is memorable for its passionate vocal delivery.
Although it falls into the so-called ‘onnagata’ (woman’s song) category, Yoshi’s husky voice brilliantly conveys a woman’s sorrow.
One reason this piece is easy to sing is its frequent repetition.
From the A section to the B section, the same vocal lines are often repeated, and because these repeated parts don’t include kobushi (ornamental vocal turns), the overall difficulty naturally decreases.
There is a slightly higher passage toward the end, but the overall vocal range remains narrow, so it’s undoubtedly an easy song to sing.
Song of ThanksYoshi Ikuzo12rank/position
Among Yoshikazu Ikuzō’s songs, the classic “Arigatō no Uta” is especially beloved for its cool, understated melody.
The piece leans strongly into folk and blues, highlighted by bluesy guitar bends.
Of course, since it’s an Ikuzō song, enka elements appear here and there, but the kobushi vocal ornament shows up only about once per verse.
The vocal range is also narrow, so even those who can’t hit high notes can sing it comfortably.
Because the arrangement develops while keeping essentially the same vocal line, start the song with a slightly restrained delivery, then gradually raise the intensity to give the entire performance dynamic contrast.
We’re going to Tokyo.Yoshi Ikuzo13rank/position
A song that drew attention for its unique style of singing in the Tsugaru dialect.
Released in November 1984, it immediately captured the hearts of people across Japan.
The lyrics, brimming with humor, vividly portray the feelings of a young person heading from rural Aomori to Tokyo.
When it was performed on the TV show “The Best Ten,” there was reportedly a mishap where Ikuzo Yoshi became so nervous he couldn’t sing.
This work is a profound piece that satirizes the gap between the countryside and the city while also expressing love for one’s hometown.
How about listening to it together with older folks while sharing nostalgic memories?
South… spring and summerYoshi Ikuzo14rank/position
Ikuzo Yoshi is well known for songs that praise his hometown, and among them, the one I especially recommend for its ease of singing is “Nanbu…
Spring and Summer.” Its lyrics overflow with scenes of home and a deep nostalgia for them, and the melody is crafted with a warm tone to match.
With a very relaxed tempo, it features no fast, intricate kobushi (ornamental turns) or kobushi that span more than three scale steps, so even those who feel uneasy about enka should be able to sing it without trouble.