A love song you can sing as a duet. From Showa-era kayōkyoku to the latest J-pop!
Picking out love songs from duet tracks!
Showa-era kayokyoku is full of classic duet songs that portray the romantic dynamics between men and women.
For example, many people know songs like “Lonely Chaplin” and “Ai ga Umareta Hi,” even across different generations.
In this article, we introduce a variety of duet songs from Showa kayokyoku to the latest J-pop.
Many of them are great for karaoke, so once you find a favorite, be sure to try singing it as a duet!
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Love songs you can sing as a duet. From Showa-era kayōkyoku to the latest J-pop! (81–90)
The Day Love Was BornMiwa Fujitani, Yoshiaki Ouchi
This song is a staple of duets.
Although it’s supposed to be a happy song about love being born, its minor-key melody gives it a touch of melancholy.
The man and woman sing alternately, but since the key isn’t too high or too low and the tempo isn’t fast, it works well for same-gender pairs too.
Adding harmonies in the chorus will really elevate the mood!
If I Fall in Love feat. Sora-ne & ☆Taku TakahashiAiri Suzuki
If you’re looking for the perfect song for a male–female duet, this is the one! Released by Airi Suzuki in March 2024, it’s a cover of Crystal Kay’s song of the same name.
The lyrics, which cherish everyday moments with a loved one, make it ideal for karaoke.
Included on the album “28/29,” the track has been reborn with a contemporary arrangement, produced by ☆Taku Takahashi and featuring a rap by Sorane.
The lyrics capturing the feelings after falling in love are sure to resonate with many.
For those born in the Heisei era, it’s a choice that feels both nostalgic and fresh!
elegyKen Takakura & Aki Yashiro
This work is a duet song woven by a legendary actor of the Showa era and the queen of enka.
Its melancholy melody and lyrics that convey deep emotion are striking, resulting in a piece that showcases both performers’ unique personalities.
Ken Takakura’s rugged baritone and Aki Yashiro’s powerful vocals blend beautifully, creating a song that truly resonates.
Released in June 1990, it became a major topic on music shows and in the media at the time.
The lyrics, depicting the pain and loneliness of men and women scarred by the past, struck a chord with many and have been loved for years.
It’s a recommended track for those who feel the solitude of life or wish to connect heart-to-heart with someone.
two peopleIchirō Toba, Yuri Harada
The duet song Futari by Ichiro Toba and Yuri Harada is a moving piece that portrays the strong bond of couples and lovers who overcome trials together.
The work is memorable for its phrases that convey a sense of complete unity when the two are together, and the seasoned vocals of both singers powerfully express the strength to find hope in the darkness and face hardships side by side.
It’s a perfect choice for karaoke duets that let you feel the bond between two people.
When you look back on the difficulties you’ve overcome with the one you love, be sure to listen to Futari.
Angels of the CityTakao Horiuchi / Eun-sook Gye
I like how “City Angels” feels more like a regular pop/enkā-style song than a typical duet.
I picture a man and woman living in the city, loving each other while soaked in the loneliness of urban life.
The collaboration between Takao Horiuchi’s sweet, gentle male vocals and Ginshi Kajura’s husky, sultry female vocals is wonderful.
I won’t let you go tonight.Ritsuko Abe / Yukio Hashi
Here is the song that is none other than Yukio Hashi’s 149th single.
Riuko Abe was reportedly chosen as Hashi’s partner through an audition.
Sales surpassed 300,000 copies, and the song received a Special Award at the Japan Cable Awards.
Because it’s often sung at drinking parties in karaoke, this kind of theme feels like the classic image of a duet song.
Love songs you can sing as duets. From Showa-era kayōkyoku to the latest J-pop! (91–100)
I won’t forget it.Joji Yamamoto, Sanae Jounouchi
The duet song “Wasureru Monka” by Joji Yamamoto and Sanae Jōnouchi is a romance-themed track set against the backdrop of Tokyo at night.
Since its 2013 release, it has continued to be loved by many fans, and its lyrics in particular express deep emotions so unforgettable that even a one-night encounter becomes indelible.
The song evokes both the atmosphere of the city at night and the bittersweetness of love.
Joji Yamamoto’s powerful yet gentle vocals and Sanae Jōnouchi’s pure, emotionally rich voice blend exquisitely to captivate listeners.