Recommended Japanese pop songs for middle schoolers to sing at karaoke

Perfect-Sense DreamerONE OK ROCK

ONE OK ROCK "The Totally Sensational Dreamer"

This is a signature song by a rock band that’s hugely popular among young people.

It’s a high-energy track that keeps the excitement going from start to finish, making it perfect for karaoke.

The lyrics are mostly in English, so it’s quite challenging, but with practice I think you’ll be able to sing it!

Dragon NightSEKAI NO OWARI

SEKAI NO OWARI – Dragon Night

It’s a popular song by the four-member band SEKAI NO OWARI.

Since it has a lot of English lyrics, it might be a bit challenging, but precisely because it’s so popular, it’ll look cool if you can sing it well.

It might be a good idea to practice thoroughly before singing it in front of everyone.

User ManualKana Nishino

Kana Nishino 'Torisetsu' MV (Short Ver.)

Kana Nishino remains highly popular as a spokesperson for women’s feelings.

Among her songs, “Torisetsu” is a message song that candidly voices women’s thoughts to men.

If sung in middle school—when girls seem more mature and boys are still kids—the girl singing will likely appear even more grown-up.

Ideally, it’s a song you’d want to sing in front of the boy you like.

U.S.A.DA PUMP

DA PUMP / U.S.A. (short ver.)

This is DA PUMP’s first single in three and a half years, characterized by an upbeat dance beat.

With its catchy melody and lively groove, it’s sure to hype up a karaoke session.

It’d be fun to add some dance moves while you sing.

R.Y.U.S.E.I.Sandaime J Soul Brothers from EXILE TRIBE

Sandaime J SOUL BROTHERS from EXILE TRIBE / “R.Y.U.S.E.I.” Music Video

Sandaime J SOUL BROTHERS are hugely popular, especially among young women.

Their cool vocals and looks have captivated many.

Their songs are great for girls who are fans to sing together at karaoke while watching the music videos.

On the other hand, guys might get some cold looks, so it might be better not to sing them in front of girls.

I want to be cute.HONEY WORKS

HoneyWorks “I Want to Be Cute” feat. Seina Narumi (CV: Sora Amamiya)

This is a song included on HoneyWorks’ fourth album, the creator unit affectionately known as Haniwa.

With lyrics that make you instinctively relate and a cute melody, it’s a song that girls will likely find easy to sing.

If I could become a constellationcable tie

[Lyric Video] Kessoku Band “If We Could Become Constellations” / In-episode song from TV anime “Bocchi the Rock!” Episode 12

Kessoku Band’s most famous song, “If We Could Become a Constellation.” The melody isn’t difficult and the rhythm is calm, so many of my vocal training students chose to sing it.

Actually, JOYSOUND staff are doing something called the “95-Point Challenge” with this song, so with practice you might be able to boost your score quite a bit! The overall vocal range is G3–C#5.

The chorus hits C5 repeatedly, so some people might feel it’s “high,” but the melody has momentum, so if you focus on accents, you’ll be fine! First, listen carefully to identify which parts are the high notes.

Take the spots where you think, “Maybe here?” and turn them into accents by riding the rhythm with some drive.

The key point is to project your voice forward! Start with sectional practice so you can produce sound comfortably, and do your best!