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Karaoke songs popular among college students

Karaoke songs popular among college students
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We’ve put together a collection of karaoke songs popular among college students!

From party anthems that get the whole group hyped to moving ballads that are easy to sing solo, this lineup covers a wide range of genres.

At karaoke with friends, you can’t go wrong with high-energy tracks and timeless sing-along classics.

On the other hand, taking your time to belt out iconic hits by your favorite artists or songs with heartfelt lyrics is also one of the best parts of karaoke.

In this article, we’ve carefully selected picks that are perfect for college students.

Use it as a guide so you won’t be stuck choosing songs at your next karaoke session!

Top 10 karaoke songs popular among college students

KanadeSukima Switch

Sukima Switch – “Kanade” Music Video : SUKIMASWITCH / KANADE Music Video
Kanade Sukima Switch

This song portrays the scene of seeing a lover off as they set out on a journey.

It’s a perfect piece to sing to your partner if you’ve experienced taking separate paths or are in a long-distance relationship.

It will bring the two of you even closer than you are now.

cherry (cherry fruit; sakuranbo)Ai Otsuka

Ai Otsuka / Sakuranbo (Short Ver.)
Sakuranbo Otsuka Ai

A song that’s popular not just with college students but across a wide range of ages.

I don’t think there’s anyone who doesn’t know it.

It’s upbeat and cute, so it’s sure to get everyone hyped! It’s more often sung with a big group, shouting call-and-response chants, rather than solo.

SaudadePorno Graffitti

Porno Graffitti 'Saudade' (“OPEN MUSIC CABINET” Live in Saitama Super Arena 2007) / 'Saudade (Live Ver.)'
Saudade Porno Graffitti

Among all of Porno Graffitti’s songs, this one is especially popular and consistently ranks near the top of karaoke song charts.

Although the fast tempo may make it seem difficult to sing, the rhythm is simple, so I think it’s actually easy to sing.

Water lily flowerShonan no Kaze

Shonan no Kaze “Suirenka” MUSIC VIDEO
Suirenka Shonan no Kaze

It’s a perfect song for getting a crowd fired up, especially among younger generations.

It’s tough to sing solo, but since it’s so popular, many people know it, so you can sing it with confidence.

Waving a towel during the chorus will hype things up even more.

Cinderella BoySaucy Dog

Saucy Dog “Cinderella Boy” Music Video <5th Mini Album “Lazy Sunday” Released on 2021.8.25>
Cinderella Boy Saucy Dog

A heartrending song portraying the pain and conflict of love is capturing the hearts of college students.

Saucy Dog’s lyrics deftly express the protagonist’s complex emotions as they struggle with the gap between ideals and reality.

Paired with a melodic sound, it evokes deep empathy.

Included on the mini-album “Lazy Sunday,” released in August 2021, the track led to the band’s first television performance on Music Station in January the following year.

It’s recommended for those wrestling with romantic troubles or wanting to let out the feelings buried deep inside.

This piece shines whether you sing it solo at karaoke or share the experience with friends and resonate together.

OverdoseNatori

This is a song by singer-songwriter Natori that became hugely popular, especially among younger listeners.

Released as a digital-only single in September 2022, it drew major attention on the streaming charts.

Beyond its addictive, stylish sound and a languid vocal that sticks in your head, the lyrics—showcasing a sharp sense for word choice—are also striking.

Portraying a relationship between a man and a woman far removed from pure love, the words are sure to resonate deeply with anyone feeling frustration in their relationship with a partner or someone they like.

The song has been embraced by a wide audience, even covered in the game The Idolmaster Cinderella Girls: Starlight Stage.

It’s also a great pick in karaoke when you want to change up the mood of the room.

Promise of SunflowersMotohiro Hata

Motohiro Hata / Promise of a Sunflower (Short Ver.)
Himawari no Yakusoku by Motohiro Hata

It’s a song popular across a wide range of age groups, not just university students.

Its popularity took off after it was used as the theme song for a Doraemon movie.

With a relaxed tempo and moving lyrics, it’s a standout track that’s easy to sing at karaoke even with people from different generations.