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Karaoke Ranking of Popular Songs by Yumi Matsutoya [2026]
Yumi Matsutoya, a popular singer also known by her nickname “Yuming.” Her songs are catchy and easy to sing, making them popular karaoke choices.
This time, we present a ranking of her most popular karaoke songs.
Yumi Matsutoya Karaoke Popular Songs Ranking [2026] (1–10)
Message of RougeMatsutōya Yumi1rank/position
For women in their 40s, Studio Ghibli’s “Kiki’s Delivery Service” is probably right on the mark for their generation.
“Rouge no Dengon” is a famous song by Yumi Matsutoya, and it was chosen as the theme song for Kiki’s Delivery Service.
Since it was released in the 1970s, the piece as a whole has a bright, nostalgic melody.
Because it’s an older song, it can be said to be fairly easy to sing.
However, the vocal range is quite wide, from mid1 F# to high D#, and the pitch goes up and down a lot in the chorus, so you need to thoroughly learn the vocal line to avoid going off pitch.
A Midsummer Night’s DreamMatsutōya Yumi2rank/position
When it comes to Yuming’s signature songs, this is the one! The lyrics vividly portray a passionate romance on a hot summer night.
Amid shimmering fireworks and sudden downpours, it captures sweet, heartrending moments with striking clarity.
Released in July 1993, it was used as the theme song for the TBS drama “Dare ni mo Ienai” (“I Can’t Tell Anyone”).
The single topped the Oricon weekly chart and became her first million-seller.
It has been covered by many artists, a testament to its widespread appeal.
Highly recommended if you want to liven up a karaoke session—enjoy its exotic, passionate atmosphere while reminiscing about a love from the past.
Come, spring.Matsutōya Yumi3rank/position
There are few songs that so beautifully capture the feeling of the winter chill loosening as we quietly await the approach of a new season.
Many of you may remember that this was Yumi Matsutoya’s 26th single, released in October 1994, and that it came into living rooms every morning as the theme song of an NHK morning drama.
With cumulative sales topping 1.16 million and a No.
1 spot on the Oricon charts, it was a massive hit.
Guided by the gentle resonance of the keyboard, the melody blends Japanese sensibility with a contemporary pop aesthetic, while the lyrics—interwoven with a classical, literary cadence—are so accomplished they were even included in Japanese language textbooks.
Rather than swelling into something flashy, it’s a song that slowly seeps into the listener’s heart.
Keep it close at the threshold of spring, when you carry both hope for a new chapter and a hint of unease, or on a night when you want to quietly revisit memories with someone dear.
I want to protect youMatsutōya Yumi4rank/position
This is Yumi Matsutoya’s 17th single, released in June 1981.
It was written as the theme song for the Kadokawa film “Nerawareta Gakuen,” starring Hiroko Yakushimaru.
It’s truly a Showa-era classic with enduring long-term sales.
The vocal melody doesn’t span a very wide range, and the tune itself is beautiful and easy to hum, which has led to many cover versions over the years and kept it popular in karaoke.
That sense of familiarity is likely a key reason for its longevity.
Readers, please feel free to sing it casually without overthinking it.
I think the trick to making it sound nice is to avoid rushing the rhythm and sing the whole thing with a relaxed feel.
My lover is Santa ClausMatsutōya Yumi5rank/position
This is a classic Christmas song by Yumi Matsutoya that has been beloved for many years.
It was included on the album SURF & SNOW, released in December 1980, and has since appeared on various best-of compilations.
It was also used as an insert song in the 1987 film “Take Me Out to the Snowland,” and it continues to resonate with many people.
The lyrics, which compare Santa Claus to a lover, convey a bittersweetness and warmth that one can truly appreciate as an adult.
It’s a recommended song for those who have experienced a breakup or who want to look back on memories with someone special.
Be sure to give it a listen on Christmas night.
If I’m wrapped in kindnessMatsutōya Yumi6rank/position
Yumi’s “Yasashisa ni Tsutsumareta nara” is the theme song for the film Kiki’s Delivery Service, and it has a nostalgic feel, doesn’t it? I’ve sung this one at karaoke too, and since the opening notes are really low, it might be an easy song to pitch for people who are good at low tones! When you sing it, make sure to keep a steady 4/4 beat so the rhythm doesn’t slip.
Also, the arrangement builds toward the latter half, so be mindful of dynamics and project your voice clearly into the mic—doing so can boost your score, so give it a try!
The Refrain Is ScreamingMatsutōya Yumi7rank/position
Singer-songwriter Yumi Matsutoya has released numerous hit songs to the world, not only her original tracks but also songs she has written for others.
“Reflections Are Screaming,” included on her 20th album Delight Slight Light KISS, conveys a sense of poignancy from the opening alone.
The vocal range is narrow, so the key isn’t an issue, but because the melody contains a lot of syncopation, you need to be careful not to fall out of rhythm.
Even though it wasn’t released as a single, it’s widely known not only among fans but also among general listeners, making it a surefire crowd-pleaser at karaoke.
No-sideMatsutōya Yumi8rank/position
Written and composed by Yumi Matsutoya, arranged by Masataka Matsutoya, the song was first released as a track on Reimy’s album “REIMY,” and later included as a self-cover on Yumi Matsutoya’s original album “NO SIDE.” For reference, it was released in December 1984.
At the time of its release, it attracted attention for being a song themed around rugby.
Musically, it’s medium-slow in tempo and the melodic range isn’t very wide, so as long as you set a key that suits your own voice when singing it at karaoke, it’s likely a song that almost anyone can sing without difficulty.
Try to sing it while cherishing each word of the lyrics, and be careful not to let the rhythm rush ahead.
Hello, my friendMatsutōya Yumi9rank/position
As one of the most important artists in Japanese music history, Yuming—Yumi Matsutoya—is a name that invariably comes up.
Each generation has songs by Yuming that hold special meaning, but many women in their 40s today will likely think of her hits from the 1990s.
From the standpoint of being easy to sing at karaoke, I recommend Hello, my friend.
Released in 1994 as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama Kimi to Ita Natsu (A Summer with You), it was a massive hit that sold over a million copies.
While it’s packed with that quintessential Yuming flavor, the melody unfolds very straightforwardly and is easy to sing.
There are no particularly challenging high notes or sustained long notes, so with a bit of practice, you can probably expect a high score at karaoke.
Graduation PhotoMatsutōya Yumi10rank/position
When graduation season rolls around, there’s one timeless classic you always hear—this very song.
Widely known as a self-cover included on Yumi Arai’s (now Yumi Matsutoya) third album “COBALT HOUR” from June 1975, it’s also memorable for the fact that it was originally written for the vocal group Hi-Fi Set.
In 2007, Matsutoya’s own vocal performance was featured in a Kirin beer commercial, and in 2010 it was chosen as the theme song for Fuji TV’s graduation drama project “Sotsu Uta,” repeatedly finding its way to new listeners.
A key point is that the song’s perspective isn’t at the moment of graduation, but rather “now, long after graduating,” capturing the ache of wavering between someone who seems unchanged from back then and the self who has changed so much.
It’s a song that grows deeper with age, gently keeping you company on a spring night.