[Johnny's Classic Hits] Carefully Selected Popular Songs That Are Sure to Liven Up Any Karaoke Session!
Johnny’s has produced many of Japan’s most iconic male idol groups.
It’s often assumed their fans are mostly women, but in fact there are surprisingly many male fans as well.
Because Johnny’s songs are widely known across generations, they’re hugely popular at karaoke, too!
In this article, we’ll introduce Johnny’s songs that are perfect for karaoke.
We’ve gathered a variety of hit tracks—from tunes you can dance to while singing, to timeless classics loved across generations.
These are songs that not only dedicated Johnny’s fans but even those not very familiar with them have likely heard somewhere, so get everyone singing and have a great time!
Note: The former Johnny & Associates changed its company name to STARTO ENTERTAINMENT in December 2023.
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[Johnny's Classics] Carefully Selected Popular Songs Guaranteed to Fire Up Any Karaoke Session! (21–30)
Poppin’ Hoppin’ Lovin’Naniwa Danshi
The song “Poppin’ Hoppin’ Lovin’” is notable for its bright melody.
Released in 2023, it delivers a highly pop-oriented sound just as the title suggests.
This kind of style can be considered Naniwa Danshi’s forte.
The song’s vocal range is an average mid1F to hiC.
While the pitch movement is somewhat lively, the standard range and mid-tempo make it overall easy to sing.
encoreHey! Say! JUMP
This song really brings out the best in the group! With lots of unison and harmonies, it’s fun both to sing and to listen to.
Idol groups don’t usually have a strong image of using harmonies, but lately everyone’s vocal skills have been improving, so instead of just unison, there are members who handle harmonies too, which makes it more enjoyable to listen to! The harmonies in this song mostly move a third above, so they’re easy to understand and sing.
Since it’s a group song, I think it would be fun to split the parts among your favorite members and sing it that way!
AsymmetryNaniwa Danshi
With the recent boom of K-POP and the like, I think it’s become more common for guys to sing idol songs even at karaoke with just men.
One track I recommend is Naniwa Danshi’s “Asymmetric.” Naniwa Danshi have always excelled at a more orthodox musical style, and this song in particular is crafted with an extremely catchy melody reminiscent of Arashi in the mid-Heisei era, so it’s sure to get everyone hyped.
The phrase right before the chorus is a bit distinctive, so be mindful of the sudden pitch changes there and prepare to handle them.
weeeekNEWS
The seventh single by NEWS, written especially for them by the vocal group GReeeeN, is “weeeek.” The four consecutive “e”s in the title serve as a sign that the song was provided by GReeeeN! With lyrics themed around “one week,” it’s a fun track that also gives courage as an anthem for businesspeople.
The chorus harmonies are a highlight, so it’s perfect for harmonizing at karaoke to amp up the mood! Sing it with your coworkers and blow off some stress!
ChankapanaNEWS
When it comes to NEWS songs that really get the crowd going, “Chankapāna” has to be at the top of the list! Released in 2012, this uptempo track was the first single from NEWS as a four-member group, showcasing their exceptional vocals and overwhelming energy.
In the song, NEWS fans are portrayed as “beloved ones” — that is, Chankapāna — making it both comical and glamorous.
It’s packed with elements that make it perfect for karaoke.
And that irresistibly catchy chorus will absolutely make you want to hum along; even people who don’t know the song will find themselves intrigued after just one listen.
If you can nail the long high note at the end, the rush is incredible, and it’s a great song for everyone to sing together and get hyped!
Irresponsible? Who cares—LOVE!KAMIGATA BOYZ
An energetic, pop-infused track that puts the charms of Kansai front and center.
Released in May 2024 as the debut single of KAMIGATA BOYZ, a unit formed by members from a Kansai-based group.
With lyrics celebrating the “Kamitagata spirit” and expressing love for cities across the region, the song brims with Kansai pride.
The music video features homages to nostalgic TV shows and a “one-shot gag” competition scene.
Sing it in Kansai dialect and you’ll feel like a true Kansai local! Let’s all sing along and have a blast together.
Youthful AmigoShuji and Akira
Seishun Amigo is a song by the limited-time unit Shuuji to Akira, formed by Kazuya Kamenashi of KAT-TUN and Tomohisa Yamashita.
It also drew attention because the two co-starred under their character names from the NTV drama Nobuta wo Produce.
With the feel of a classic idol pop tune, it resonated across generations and became a huge hit, with cumulative CD shipments surpassing 2 million copies.
It’s a perfect karaoke track to relive your youth, so it’s highly recommended to sing it with your schoolmates or friends from your hometown.