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[2025] Songs You’ll Want to Sing at Karaoke! A Roundup of Easy-to-Sing Johnny’s Tracks

Johnny & Associates has wielded immense influence over Japan’s entertainment industry across the Showa, Heisei, and Reiwa eras, continually producing nationally beloved idols.

Now renamed “SMILE-UP.

, Inc.” and having established a new agency company, “STARTO ENTERTAINMENT,” the former Johnny’s office remains in transition.

In this feature, we focus on “easy-to-sing” songs from the former Johnny’s group catalog, researching picks across eras—from Showa to today’s Reiwa—without limiting the timeframe.

While some songs may have higher keys for men that, conversely, make them easier for women to sing, we’ll deliver a review that highlights the key points of singability from multiple perspectives!

[2025] Songs You’ll Want to Sing at Karaoke! A Collection of Easy-to-Sing Johnny’s Tracks (31–40)

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ARASHI – Monster [Official Music Video]
Monster Storm

A love song about a bittersweet desire to transform into a monster and whisk a lover away to the world of darkness—this is Arashi’s 30th single, released in May 2010.

Chosen as the theme song for the drama Kaibutsu-kun starring Satoshi Ohno, the track was a massive hit, selling 543,000 copies in its first week.

The song is characterized by a sparkling, quintessential Johnny’s pop melody.

Every member except Kazunari Ninomiya has a solo part, making it especially fun in karaoke to showcase each of the five members’ unique personalities.

From the string-laden intro onward, it brims with charm that instantly grabs the listener’s heart.

Beyond the Night SkySMAP

Beyond the Night Sky – SMAP
Beyond the Night Sky SMAP

Despite the years since its release, SMAP’s “Yozora no Mukō” remains a beloved classic that people of all generations can enjoy singing together.

With lyrics by Shikao Suga and music by Yuka Kawamura—an exceptional creative team—it continues to be cherished as one of SMAP’s signature songs without losing its luster.

Its warm melody and pop rhythm are pleasant to the ear, and its approachable nature makes even those who aren’t confident singers find themselves humming along.

It’s likely an easy choice to sing at karaoke without strain.

Sexy ZoneSexy Zone

Sexy Zone 「Sexy Zone」 (short ver.)
Sexy ZoneSexy Zone

Sexy Zone is a four-member idol group whose name was inspired by the idea of having a “Michael Jackson-like sexiness.” Their debut single, “Sexy Zone,” was selected as the image song for Fuji TV’s World Cup Volleyball 2011.

Since all the members were still teenagers at the time, the song was produced as an energetic cheer anthem.

While the melody features many leaps, the overall vocal range isn’t very wide, making it a good choice even for those who aren’t confident singers.

However, the key is somewhat high, so it may be easier for women to sing and a bit challenging for men.

When singing it at karaoke, be sure to adjust the settings to suit your voice.

Koisuru HikariNaniwa Danshi

Naniwa Danshi – Koi Suru Hikari [Official Music Video]
Koisuru Hikari Naniwa Danshi

A fresh rock number that vividly captures the sparkle of a moment in love.

It’s packed with youthful scenes everyone can relate to—your heart racing when your eyes meet, the ache of passing by each other, and the frustration of feelings you can’t put into words.

Released in August 2024, the song was chosen as the theme for the film “Koi wo Shiranai Bokutachi wa” (We Who Don’t Know Love), starring Ryusei Onishi of Naniwa Danshi.

It’s the perfect track for those moments when your feelings for someone are growing or when you need the courage to confess.

It's love.V6

V6 / It's Love (YouTube Ver.)
It's Love by V6

A V6 classic that evokes nostalgia while still retaining a timeless charm.

Composed by Koji Tamaki, this song sings about loneliness, the complexities of human relationships, and the importance of love.

Released in January 1997 and included on the album “NATURE RHYTHM,” it has long been beloved as one of V6’s signature tracks.

The connection born from their collaboration on the drama “Coach” led to the creation of this masterpiece.

For karaoke, the 2001 version—where every member has a solo part—is recommended.

Its warm lyrics and approachable melody are likely to resonate with listeners of all ages.

[2025] Songs You’ll Want to Sing at Karaoke! A Roundup of Easy-to-Sing Johnny’s Tracks (41–50)

TsubasaWEST.

Johnny's WEST – Tsubasa [YouTube Original Recording]
Tsubasa WEST.

This song leaves a striking impression with its warm atmosphere full of brightness and kindness, and the J-pop-style track crafted by SUPER BEAVER’s Ryota Yanagisawa has warmed the hearts of many fans.

Gently singing about the beauty of cherishing not just one, but multiple important things in life, as well as the awareness of discovering a new self through everyday encounters and experiences, this piece delivers deep emotion together with WEST.

’s sincere vocals.

It was included on the album “Mixed Juice,” released in March 2022, and was performed during their summer live tour at the Makomanai Sekisui Heim Ice Arena in Hokkaido.

While many songs sung by the members of WEST.

—all of whom have strong vocal abilities—can be challenging to sing at karaoke, this one is relatively easy thanks to its narrower vocal range and straightforward melodic line.

MasqueradeShonentai

Masquerade Ball Shonentai 1985
Masquerade Shonentai

Among the many idol groups produced by Johnny & Associates, Shonentai—a three-member idol group that the late Johnny Kitagawa himself once called his greatest masterpiece—stands out.

Their debut single, “Kamen Butokai” (Masquerade), entered the Oricon charts at No.

1 and remains their biggest hit, widely recognized as Shonentai’s signature song to this day.

With its relaxed tempo and modest vocal range, it’s easy to sing at karaoke.

However, since there are sections with overlapping vocals, it’s an even more exciting pop tune if you can sing it with friends rather than solo.