[Popular and Crowd-Pleasing!] Stylish Song Selections and Karaoke Tracks
Going to karaoke with coworkers or people you don’t know well can feel very different from singing with your usual crew, and many people aren’t sure what to sing.
For those who worry about the impression their song choice gives, or who want to come off as stylish or tasteful, we’ve put together a list of cool and cute “songs with good taste.”
From recent hits to slightly older tracks, these are all solid choices to keep in your back pocket.
If you’re not up to speed on the latest songs, use this as a reference—and give them a little practice!
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[Popular and Crowd-Pleasing!] Stylish Song Choices: Karaoke Hits (31–40)
It doesn’t meltMacaroni Enpitsu
Mokenai (Won’t Melt) has become familiar as the tie-in song for the Seventeen Ice web commercial.
It’s a coming-of-age song that Hattori wrote based on personal experiences.
The first half gently sings about the sadness of youth coming to an end, while the second half shifts gears and delivers a rap-style depiction of inner conflict.
You’ll feel as satisfied as if you had listened to two songs.
You’ll probably struggle more with the faster-tempo latter half, so focus your practice there.
Negotiationbewitching goldfish
With their ultra-unique name, the alluring goldfish is a standout unit formed in 2020 by a dancer and a DJ/artist duo.
Their track “Negotiation” was digitally released in November 2024, and after the music video dropped in April 2025, it’s been drawing renewed attention.
Over a groove that blends the tension and soulful vibe of a ’90s hip-hop-style track, they rap candidly about their values with an ennui-tinged allure, and the catchy, earworm chorus makes it a true banger.
Hip-hop can feel daunting, but in this song their rap leans close to melody, so once you get the hang of it, you should be able to recreate it just fine at karaoke.
Definitely try it as a duo with a friend!
DrunkPamiredo
If you want to make your low register sound alluring with a stylish, sexy track, I recommend “Drunk.” It’s a song by the enigmatic singer-songwriter Pamiredo, featuring an irresistibly sultry melody right from the intro.
The vocal line stays in the low to low-mid range throughout, and even the climactic sections remain quiet and low, which will bring out the best in a man with a deep voice.
Be sure to add it to your repertoire.
I want to tell you how I feel (my love)Aimyon
Aimyon’s song “I Want to Tell You I Love You.” It’s a pop track with an urban, stylish vibe.
Its slightly languid atmosphere comes from a chord progression known as the “Maru-Sa progression,” which became famous through fellow female singer-songwriter Sheena Ringo’s “Marunouchi Sadistic.” Incidentally, the “Maru-Sa progression” is said to originate from the jazz classic “Just the Two of Us,” so dropping this bit of trivia might make you seem even more musically savvy!
One Night CarnivalKishidan
That hook from the intro grabs you instantly, and the energetic performance in school uniforms leaves a vivid impression! This is truly a soul-stirring anthem that represents Kishidan.
You can feel the exhilaration of breaking free from dull everyday life and diving into a one-night-only carnival, along with the fiery bond between friends.
The indie version was released in June 2001, followed by the major-label version in May 2002, and it was performed at NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen in both 2004 and 2005.
Belt it out with your friends at karaoke, arms over shoulders, and it’s guaranteed to get the crowd going! Nail that signature choreography, too, and make it an unforgettable night!
[Gets Popular and Kills at Parties!] Stylish Song Choices: Karaoke Hits (41–50)
Love SongUru
A song written as the theme for the drama “My Prince,” starring Manami Higa.
It’s a love song that paints the feelings in one’s heart dramatically, and it also sounds like a cheering anthem for those who devote themselves earnestly to each day.
Uru’s tender, enveloping voice and the warm, soothing melody resonate deeply, creating a number that leaves both the singer and the listener feeling comfortable and at peace.
If you sing it with your feelings for someone special, there’s no doubt your emotions will come across.
A Bouquet for YouHikaru Utada
Since her debut in 1999, Hikaru Utada has been a driving force in the J-POP scene.
The song she released in 2016, which was also used for the NHK morning drama series Toto Nee-chan, is Hanataba o Kimi ni (A Bouquet for You).
It expresses a sincere feeling for someone you can no longer meet.
Her clear, translucent vocals convey that emotion over a sound that blends strings and synth tones.
As a song that gently sings to a cherished person, it’s perfect for events like ceremony wrap-ups.
Infuse the everyday-life-inspired lyrics with feeling and deliver a supple, graceful performance.