[2025] Songs I want to sing at karaoke in June: classic tracks like rain-themed songs

Cry like it's raining.Nakamura Emi

NakamuraEmi “Cry Like the Rain” Music Video

A rain song by NakamuraEmi, a singer-songwriter active as a solo artist.

You can feel her background in the tracks rooted in Black music, including R&B and hip-hop.

Also, as is true for many of her songs, the lyrics themed around women are especially compelling.

While she often portrays strong, cool female figures, what makes this song particularly appealing is how its lyrics affirm the vulnerable side that can exist within those considered strong.

If you want to sing something cool and stylish, give this track a try.

Cry BabyOfficial HIGE DANDism

Official HIGE DANDism – Cry Baby [Official Video]

Official HIGE DANDism’s “Cry Baby” portrays someone fighting with their pride on the line in the pouring rain.

Released in 2021, the song was used as the opening theme for the anime Tokyo Revengers.

As rain falls—along with the singer’s own tears—the lyrics throb with the determination of “I don’t want to lose” and “I want to be strong.” The imagery of constant rain throughout the song makes it a perfect fit for June’s rainy season.

Don’t let the gloomy June showers get you down—belt it out at karaoke and blow those blues away!

wet shoesShikao Suga

Shikao Suga “Wet Shoes”

Singer-songwriter Shikao Suga captivates fans with songs that distill funk and soul sensibilities into pop.

“Wet Shoes,” included on the compilation album Sugarless—which is made up of B-sides from singles that weren’t on albums and self-covers—leaves a lasting impression with its sound featuring funky guitar.

The cool vocals and melody, coupled with the wistfulness of the lyrics, will make many listeners want to keep it on repeat.

While the tempo is relaxed, the distinctive melody makes it a fun pop tune to sing at karaoke.

The Ultimate LifeRingo Sheena

Ringo Sheena – Supreme Life

Singer-songwriter Ringo Sheena, also known as the frontwoman of Tokyo Jihen, has remained at the forefront of the J-POP scene since her debut with her one-of-a-kind voice and musicality.

Her 15th single, Supreme Life, written as the theme song for the TV drama “My Husband’s Wife,” leaves a strong impression with its contrast between a languid vocal delivery and guitar phrasing.

The lyrics evoke a forbidden love, likely to stir hearts that tend to grow sentimental in June.

It’s an emotional number with a passionate melody that feels good to sing.

Rain MelodyKinKi Kids

KinKi Kids "Rainy Melody" Music Video

KinKi Kids’ “Ame no Melody” lets you feel the aching mood of rain to the fullest.

Released in 1999 as a double A-side single together with “to Heart,” it’s a song overflowing with lingering attachment and regret, pouring out the feelings of someone who still can’t forget a former lover.

The poetic expression throughout—using rain to symbolize sorrow, and also to heal that very sorrow—pierces the heart.

If there’s a lover you can’t forget, try singing this song and let the rain wash your sadness away.

cold rainHi-Fi set

Hi-Fi Set - Cold Rain

Hi-Fi Set was formed by three former members of the folk group Akai Tori.

Their debut song was “Sotsugyō Shashin,” which, as you may know, was written and composed by Yumi Arai.

This song, “Tsumetai Ame,” was also written and composed by Yumi Arai and is one of the group’s signature tracks.

The lyrics tell a sad breakup story set on a rainy day.

This poignant, heartrending tale moved many listeners.

It’s one of the great rain-themed classics, so if you’re reading this, I hope you’ll give it a try and sing it yourself.

Ultramarine DaysTokyo Incidents

Tokyo Incidents – Ultramarine Weather

The debut single from Tokyo Jihen, a five-member rock band that announced their return to activity in 2020.

While the song is memorable for the vocals by singer-songwriter Ringo Sheena, who serves as the band’s lead singer, it’s packed with highlights beyond the singing—such as the hysteric guitar tone in the solo and the catchy keyboard solo heard in the outro.

The intense, fast-paced feel echoes the torrential rain mentioned in the opening lyrics, making it a perfect number to belt out at karaoke in rainy June to blow away the gloom.