Karaoke that's popular right now: Recent songs you should know [2026]

Chururi (feat. Takako Matsu)yuzu

Chururi

This song, sung by Yuzu and Takako Matsu, is a heartwarming piece filled with nostalgia and poignancy.

Their gentle vocals, which seem to tenderly embrace the feeling of longing for someone dear as memories surface in everyday life, are especially striking.

Released digitally in November 2024, the song was also used in the Nissan Sakura commercial.

The trio’s collaboration on Fuji TV’s 2024 FNS Music Festival became a hot topic.

When you find yourself thinking of someone and feeling a touch of sadness, why not try singing this song? It will surely stay close to your heart.

Twilightribu

"Twilight" [Ribu × Eve]

It’s a perfect song for an anime world that描くの境界—fits the boundary between life and death.

Released in January 2025, it was used as the ending theme for the anime “TASOKARE HOTEL.” The lyrics and composition were handled by Eve, and Rib’s cool vocals accentuate the song’s transience.

The protagonist’s ongoing journey of self-discovery is reflected in the lyrics, resonating deeply with listeners.

It also drew attention as an advance single from the album “Ratimeria.”

world standardwāsuta

Wa-Suta (WASUTA) “World Standard”

Wasshoi’s new song carries a message of embracing diverse values while cherishing your true self.

In a rapidly changing world, it conveys a stance of redefining what “standard” means and pursuing their own identity.

Scheduled for release in February 2025, the track celebrates the 10th anniversary of their debut.

The music video leaves a strong impression with the members dancing on sets inspired by locations around the world.

It’s a recommended song for anyone who wants to keep moving forward without fearing change.

Jasmine LOVEsairento rapusodi

[MV] Jasmine LOVE / Silent Rhapsody (2025.1.7 Release)

This is a bittersweet love song by a four-member men’s group from Shizuoka, singing about a love that feels so close yet just out of reach.

The melody and lyrics gently resonate with listeners, skillfully portraying the subtle distance and shifting emotions of romance.

It’s the title track of their third single, set for release in January 2025, and the music video features the members taking on full-fledged choreography.

Filmed in Thailand, the MV captivates with its refreshing visual beauty anchored in white and blue tones.

It’s a recommended track for anyone struggling with love or wanting to revisit the sweet, bittersweet pangs of romance.

twilightYoshizawa Kayoko

TV anime “Tasokare Hotel” Main PV #1 – Opening theme revealed! | Broadcast begins January 2025

That anticipation of hearing a new song is so exciting, isn’t it? How about immersing yourself in the world of words crafted by Kayoko Yoshizawa? Deeply understanding the game’s worldview, Yoshizawa created this piece as the opening theme for the anime “TASOKARE HOTEL,” to be released in February 2025.

The lyrics, themed around twilight and depicting the boundary between reality and fantasy, spark the listener’s imagination.

The limited first edition is said to include live footage recorded in a church.

It’s a recommended track for when you want to lose yourself in a story or listen alone on a quiet night.