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Karaoke songs everyone can sing: Japanese tracks that are easy to enjoy with a group.

Pop music writer/editorKEI
A style that keeps updating my favorites while loving mainstream and hit songs. I have experience writing articles for outlets like Utaten. Since I discovered music as a student, I’ve mainly listened to Japanese and Korean pop. 2000s J-POP and 2010s K-POP were my youth, and I’m also loosely into jazz and R&B. I enjoy good music across genres with a “good is good” mindset. Thanks to my past work environment (and its influence), I listened to a lot of classic rock and kayōkyoku, which may have broadened my tastes. At RAG MUSIC, I mainly cover K-POP. I focus on reviews that emphasize feelings people can relate to, and on editing aligned with local pride and hit potential. Thank you!
Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICKeisuke Hane
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. After working at a music studio and in wedding sound engineering, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with various instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in middle school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on personal music activities and professional experience, produces daily articles, including song introductions, features on music festivals around Japan, and live reports. Enjoys a wide range of music, from domestic and international rock to, more recently, a broad spectrum of J-pop.

Have you ever all sung together when you went to karaoke with a group?

Since we don’t usually sing in unison with everyone, it gets super lively and fun, doesn’t it?

But one thing that can be tricky at times like that is choosing the songs.

When you think, “Songs everyone knows and can sing together to get the crowd going…,” you might find it hard to come up with good ones.

So in this article, I’ll introduce a bunch of songs that everyone can sing together!

I’ve picked a variety that cut across generations and genders, so I hope you find some favorites!

Karaoke songs everyone can sing together. Easy-to-enjoy Japanese songs for groups (1–10)

lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs. GREEN APPLE “Lilac” Official Music Video

Lilac - Mrs. GREEN APPLE

A refreshing, rhythmic up-tempo track that’s quintessentially Mrs.

Green Apple.

Released as a digital single in April 2024, it was also chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime “Oblivion Battery.” As one of Mrs.

Green Apple’s signature songs of 2024, it won the Japan Record Award.

Embraced by many as a coming-of-age anthem that resonates with adults as well, it wraps you in a clear, uplifting feeling that makes you more positive even as you sing it.

Every morning marks the start of a new day, and this song fits a variety of situations—be it club activities or work.

If you’re looking to sing a feel-good youth anthem everyone can enjoy, this is a great choice!

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A Little Love SongMONGOL800

A Little Love Song

A Small Love Song MONGOL800

In the “Most Sung Karaoke Songs of the Heisei Era” ranking announced by Daiichikosho, MONGOL800’s 2001 release ‘Chiisana Koi no Uta’ came in second place.

Despite never having been released as a single, it’s a beloved classic that has been covered by many artists.

It was used as an insert song in the 2007 Fuji TV drama ‘Operation Love’ (Proposal Daisakusen), and in 2019 a film was produced inspired by the song.

Since many people can sing it, be sure to try singing it together!

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Yes, with pleasure.Kent on this side

Sure thing / Kocchino Kento MV

Sure, gladly—over here, Kento.

Set to a catchy pop melody, this song portrays the struggles faced by today’s youth.

Drawing from his own experiences, Kento Kocchino weaves lyrics that emphasize the importance of asking for help.

The “SOS” in Morse code inserted right before the chorus leaves a strong impression.

It became a hit both in Japan and abroad, earning the Best New Artist award at the Japan Record Awards.

The “Giri-Giri Dance” trend on TikTok further boosted its popularity.

The contrast between the bright sound and the profound message is soothing and reassuring.

Be sure to dance, sing along, and share a fun time with everyone!

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Karaoke songs everyone can sing. Easy-to-enjoy J‑Pop for groups (11–20)

SaudadePorno Graffitti

Pornograffitti “Saudade” MUSIC VIDEO

Saudade Porno Graffitti

A classic song marked by a refreshing melody with a hint of Latin flavor and lyrics that evoke nostalgia.

It delicately portrays the pain and lingering feelings of heartbreak from a woman’s perspective, touching the listener’s heart.

Released in September 2000, it became PornoGraffitti’s first million-selling hit.

It’s a staple at live shows and always gets the crowd going.

Thanks to social media and its performance on THE FIRST TAKE, it has reached younger audiences as well, maintaining strong popularity in the Reiwa era as a karaoke favorite everyone can sing together.

Its approachable, communal feel is a big part of its appeal.

It’s a song that makes you want to sing your heart out with emotion.

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hundreds of millions of light-yearsOmoinotake

Omoinotake | Hundreds of Millions of Light-Years [Official Music Video]

Hundreds of millions of light-years Omoinotake

A bittersweet love song that sings of feelings for someone far away, while still giving off a bright and refreshing impression.

The chorus’s succession of soaring high notes is striking and resonates deeply with listeners.

Written as the theme song for the drama “Eye Love You,” it quickly gained popularity upon its release in January 2024.

It racked up astonishing numbers, surpassing 300 million streams, and became one of Omoinotake’s signature songs.

The many high notes can make it a bit challenging, but it’s the kind of melody that naturally makes you want to sing along.

Why not let your feelings for someone special ring out together with everyone?

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loveGen Hoshino

Gen Hoshino – Koi (Official Video)

Love Hoshino Gen

Gen Hoshino’s single “Koi,” released in 2016, was used as the theme song for the TBS drama “We Married as a Job” (Nigeru wa Haji da ga Yaku ni Tatsu).

It topped the Billboard Japan Hot 100 and became a massive hit, to the point of becoming a social phenomenon.

It’s a well-known song that many people have heard, making it perfect for everyone to sing together.

With an unforgettable intro phrase and a catchy melody line, this upbeat tune made waves for the “Koi Dance” performed by the cast in the drama’s ending.

Be sure to try singing it at karaoke while doing the dance!

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YAH YAH YAHCHAGE and ASKA

[MV] YAH YAH YAH / CHAGE and ASKA

YAH YAH YAHCHAGE and ASKA

In a 2013 survey by RecoChoku on “’90s songs that get the crowd going in karaoke,” CHAGE and ASKA’s “YAH YAH YAH” took the top spot.

For those who remember that era, it’s a classic that makes you instinctively pump your fist.

Released in 1993, it was used as the theme song for the drama ‘If You Look Back, He’s There’ and reached No.

1 on the Oricon singles chart.

Even people who don’t know the song can instantly sing along to the memorable chorus.

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