Moving masterpieces and popular songs you’ll want to sing at karaoke
Have you ever been moved by a song you heard someone sing at karaoke?
From bittersweet love songs to anthems that cheer you on in life, to tracks that tell stories that resonate deeply—many songs can leave a lasting impression.
Of course, sometimes it’s the singer’s skill that makes it moving, but in this article, we’ll introduce a wealth of timeless songs that can move listeners no matter who’s singing them.
It’s a flood of emotionally powerful songs—so moving you might cry—when you think about the messages in the lyrics and the stories behind them!
Be sure to try singing them yourself and move everyone around you.
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Moving masterpiece and popular songs to sing at karaoke (1–10)
threadMiyuki Nakajima
It likens encounters between people to threads weaving a single piece of cloth.
At the end of the lyrics, the moment when the threads cross and meet is expressed by writing “happiness” as “shiawase” in the sense of being well-arranged or well-matched, making the interplay of woven words deeply moving.
Originally, it was released in 1998 as a double A-side single together with the song “Another Name for Life.” It is one of Miyuki Nakajima’s masterpieces, standing shoulder to shoulder with “Jidai.” The cover by Bank Band, led by Kazutoshi Sakurai, helped it spread once again among younger generations.
KanadeSukima Switch
Released in 2004 as their second single, the song was featured as the theme for the film “Rough” and for the third night of Fuji TV’s four-night drama series “Sotsu Uta.” Spurred by the song’s success, they made their third appearance at the 58th NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen.
On the Oricon charts, it stayed ranked for 38 consecutive weeks, becoming a major long-running hit.
Owing to its high acclaim, it has been covered by many musicians for over a decade.
Considered one of Sukima Switch’s signature songs, it is characterized by bittersweet yet moving lyrics and a melody that seems to reflect their content.
HANABIMr.Children
The lyrics, woven with various struggles and emotions—like someone wrestling with worries or regrets and questioning themselves, or an irresistible lingering attachment—really hit home.
Alongside the heartrending words, the beautiful melodies that define Mr.
Children are incredibly soothing, making it a wonderful song that can move you even when you sing it at karaoke.
The way the emotions intensify toward the latter half is also deeply moving.
Touching masterpieces and popular songs you’ll want to sing at karaoke (11–20)
If you call it loveUru
A heartwarming song themed around changes in relationships and rebuilding bonds.
Released in June 2022, it was chosen as the theme song for TBS’s Sunday drama “My Family.” Uru wrote and composed the song, with arrangement by Takeshi Kobayashi.
The piece portrays the importance of learning from failure and growing, expressing the depth of bonds with loved ones.
It resonated with many people, reaching No.
3 on the Oricon Weekly Digital Singles Chart.
It’s a great listen when you’re at a crossroads in life or want to reflect on your relationships.
It’s a moving masterpiece—try singing it at karaoke!
I long to see you now.MISIA
Don’t you have feelings you wanted to express but couldn’t? There may come a day when you want to meet someone but can’t.
This is a powerful ballad, perfected with the theme of “I want to see you.” It’s a song that lets you feel the beauty and strength of connection and of meeting others.
It’s an inspiring number that marks MISIA’s 23rd single.
Tied in as the theme song for TBS’s Sunday drama JIN, it’s also very popular for karaoke.
If you’re confident in your vocal ability, give it a try!
spin; weave; compose (e.g., a story)tota
This is one of Totasan’s signature songs, capturing many hearts with delicate emotional expression and a clear, translucent voice.
Through natural elements like the sky, wind, and flowers, it portrays deep affection and poignant longing.
Its popularity—evident from surpassing 400 million total plays on social media—shows how deeply it resonates with listeners.
The track is included on the album “oidaki,” released in February 2023, and was also performed in a one-take session on YouTube’s “THE FIRST TAKE.” Richly expressing fragility, wistfulness, and feelings entrusted to nature, this song is perfect for moments when you want to convey your feelings to someone special or listen to music that truly moves you.
Why not try stirring everyone’s hearts with it at karaoke?
sasanqua (Camellia sasanqua)SEKAI NO OWARI
As many of you may know, this is the song that became NHK’s theme for the 2018 PyeongChang Olympics and Paralympics.
Its warm vocals and moving lyrics drew a lot of attention.
It’s a number that reminds us that sports aren’t just about the matches, but also about the stories leading up to them.
A mid-tempo ballad, it’s a cheer song that resonates in the hearts of everyone—those chasing their dreams and those who have watched over them—regardless of their perspective.
If you’re looking for an emotionally stirring flow, it might be a great candidate to add to your karaoke setlist.