Love songs you’ll want to sing at karaoke: recommended classics and popular hits

confessionFUNKY MONKEY BABYS

FUNKY MONKEY BABYS “Confession”

The lyrics honestly expressing the feelings of someone in love really hit home! It’s a song by FUNKY MONKEY BABYS that keeps captivating many fans who say, “No matter how anxious I feel, this song gives me courage.” Released in July 2008, it was used in a Suntory “Lucky Cider” commercial and reached No.

4 on the Oricon charts.

It’s also known as a walk-up song for professional baseball players.

If you want to express your feelings to someone you like but can’t quite bring yourself to say it, this song is perfect for you! Listen to it to boost your courage, and take the plunge to confess your feelings.

Surely, your honest feelings will reach them.

NAOHY

SOLIDEMO / NAO（HY cover）

This song features HY’s outstanding lyrics that evocatively portray the bittersweet feelings of a woman in love.

The poignant emotions of unrequited love—realizing that you’re not the one they truly want—are expressed through beautiful words.

Released in April 2006, the track resonated with many listeners and garnered particular support from women.

HY’s songs aren’t easy to sing, but if you deliver the lyrics with care, they’re sure to touch the listener’s heart.

It’s a perfect choice for anyone who’s experienced heartbreak or unrequited love.

If you sing it toward the end of a karaoke session, when everyone’s in the mood for something calmer, it will strike a chord with the whole room.

The Door to TomorrowI WiSH

Door to Tomorrow – I WiSH (Ai Kawashima)

This song features a translucent, captivating vocal that paints a bittersweet youthful romance and a hopeful outlook on the future.

It delicately captures the moment one realizes their first love, as a refreshing breeze blows after the rain.

Released in 2003, it became a major talking point as the theme song for the romance reality show “Ainori.” It was also a commercial success, topping the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart for two consecutive weeks.

Highly popular as a go-to karaoke love song, it’s perfect for sharing the joy and heartache of love.

It’s an ideal addition to a moving playlist that warms your heart the moment you press play.

I want to hug you.Mr.Children

Mr.Children “I Want to Hold You” Mr.Children [(an imitation) blood orange] Tour

This is Mr.

Children’s second single, created with the aim of being a love song that could be sung forever.

The lyrics—depicting a pinky swear and an exchange of promises, as well as absolute trust and affection for the other person—convey a pure love.

Released in December 1992, the song initially drew little attention, but over the years it has continued to be loved by many.

It’s a perfect track for those hesitating to confess their feelings or struggling with love.

Why not listen to this song and find the courage to express your true feelings?

Just the two of usRADWIMPS

RADWIMPS – Futari-goto [Official Music Video]

It’s one of RADWIMPS’ signature songs, portraying a sweet yet bittersweet love.

Released in May 2006, it was also included on the album RADWIMPS 4: Okazu no Gohan, released in December of the same year.

Yojiro Noda’s distinctive lyrical world unfolds, gently yet powerfully singing about the bond between lovers and the miracle of love.

Many listeners are deeply moved by lines like, “Write it as ‘kimi’ and read it as ‘koi’ (you as love).” Singing it at karaoke with someone special might just bring the two of you closer.

When you feel like honestly conveying your feelings to a partner or someone you like, why not hum this song?

One Million “I Love You”sRake

Rake "One Million Times 'I Love You'"

They are a singer-songwriter.

This song became a big hit, but none of their other singles were successful.

It has become a popular karaoke staple, especially among young people.

Afterwards, they put their music career on hold, saying they wanted to make music in a different way.

Love is…Miliyah Kato

MILIYAH Kato “Love is…”

A signature song by Miliyah Kato, an artist who enjoys immense popularity among women for her love songs delivered in a uniquely husky voice that moves many listeners.

It’s a love song about a bright future with someone dear, and while the pitch is on the higher side, it’s an easy ballad for anyone to sing if they use falsetto well.