Recommended Japanese pop songs for middle schoolers to sing at karaoke

Agari Sagari feat. R-Shitei & CHEHONSPICY CHOCOLATE

SPICY CHOCOLATE – Agari Sagari feat. R-Shitei & CHEHON [Music Video]

Reggae DJ CHEHON.

Lately he’s been actively appearing in MC battles, so his recorded tracks are getting attention again.

One of the works featuring the resurgent CHEHON together with rapper R-Shitei is “Agari Sagari feat.

R-Shitei & CHEHON.” CHEHON’s verse is extremely cool, yet also catchy, so even people who aren’t good at singing should be able to handle it without any problem.

R-Shitei’s verse is also far less difficult compared to tracks like “Nariwai,” so if you’re into Black culture, definitely give it a try.

First NightYorushika

Yorushika – First Night (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

Yorushika is a duo known for their relaxed musicality and profound themes and lyrics.

If you’re a young person these days, you’ve probably heard their songs at least once.

Among Yorushika’s works, the track I especially recommend is First Night.

The song has a quintessentially Yorushika feel—ennui-laden and dreamlike.

While it leans a bit toward the higher register, the vocal line doesn’t span a wide range, so even those who aren’t confident singers should find it easy to sing.

Otona BlueAtarashii Gakkou no Leaders

ATARASHII GAKKO! – Otona Blue (Official Music Video)

The Japanese idol group Atarashii Gakko! is gaining attention worldwide.

Their music, which incorporates elements of Japanese kayōkyoku, and their unique personalities have made them popular.

Otona Blue is one of their signature songs.

As a piece that consciously adopts an old-fashioned style, the lyrics aren’t densely packed and the overall range sits low, making it very easy to sing for both men and women.

It’s also a style that lends itself well to vibrato, so it’s recommended as a practice piece for those working on their vibrato.

I love youuu!Nadeshiko on a high peak

[MV] I Love You! / Takane no Nadeshiko [HoneyWorks]

Takane no Nadeshiko is a 10-member idol group produced by HoneyWorks.

The song they sing here is just the right fit for junior high schoolers—very relatable.

With its catchy tempo and easy-to-remember lyrics, it’s also a great karaoke pick that makes it easy to score high while everyone has fun.

It’s nice for singing while dancing, too, since the rhythm is easy to keep.

Try giving it a go without worrying about the score—and you might end up getting a high one anyway.

look at the seaYuma

Yuuma “Look at the Sea” Official Music Video

Comdot, a YouTuber group hugely popular among young people.

Although they’ve recently been plagued by various troubles and have been losing subscribers, they still enjoy overwhelming popularity.

The song “look at the sea” is by Yuma, a member of Comdot.

It’s a refreshing pop tune, and since Yuma isn’t a professional vocalist, the vocal line throughout is arranged to be very easy to sing.

AngelRYUJI IMAICHI

RYUJI IMAICHI / Angel（Music Video)

This is a song sung by Ryuji Imaichi, a popular member of Sandaime J SOUL BROTHERS.

It features an EXILE-style melody and is incredibly cool.

Singing it at karaoke with fellow Sandaime fans will definitely boost the energy.

It’s a high-bar song for guys, but when you sing it, don’t clown around—perform it properly.

If you pull it off well, it might even change how the girls see you.

FridayShota Shimizu

Shota Shimizu 'Friday' Music Video

A signature song by the popular singer Shota Shimizu.

It features an upbeat melody and a sexy vibe.

It’s fairly challenging for karaoke, with a melody that can be a bit hard to grasp.

But precisely because of that, when you nail it, the impact is huge—you can become the star in one go.

It’s worth practicing so you can use it when it really counts.