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

cloudy skyDOES

DOES 'Donten' (TV Tokyo anime 'Gintama' opening theme)

This song, one of the signature tracks by the rock band DOES, is one that many musicians have probably tried playing.

The straightforward, hard-hitting rock sound and the rugged, masculine vocals are just undeniably cool! This track also features imagery of rain.

During the rainy season, many people might find themselves in scenes just like the ones described in the lyrics.

When you think of rain songs, you often imagine gentle ballads, but if you want to sing a fierce rock tune, this one is absolutely recommended!

I hope it’s sunny.DREAMS COME TRUE

DREAMS COME TRUE – I Hope It’s Sunny (from DWL 2011 Live Ver.)

Many of you may know Dreams Come True’s “Haretara Ii ne,” which was also used as the theme song for the NHK morning drama Hirari.

It’s a song that wishes, “I hope it doesn’t rain,” so you can go out with someone special.

We’ve all probably experienced plans we were looking forward to being canceled because it rained.

Many of you might also have hung up a teru teru bozu before a school trip.

It’s a heartwarming number filled with the excitement of getting to see someone dear to you.

Not even defeated by sudden showersNICO Touches the Walls

Not even defeated by sudden showers

Speaking of NICO Touches the Walls, they’ve created a number of anime songs, and this track was also used as a theme song for the anime Naruto Shippuden.

True to its title, the uplifting lyrics are empowering and encourage us at heart.

The song itself is a fast-paced guitar rock number, and just listening to it feels like it could blow away the gloomy mood unique to the rainy season.

If you’re an anime fan or a lover of Japanese rock, this is definitely a song you should try singing at karaoke.

RainingCocco

Cocco – Raining　【VIDEO CLIP SHORT】

This is the third single by Cocco, a singer-songwriter from Okinawa who is also active as a picture book author and actress.

Starting with just vocals and acoustic guitar chord strums, the arrangement gradually adds more instruments as the song progresses, dramatically changing the atmosphere between the first and second choruses.

Even within its gentle tone, Cocco’s signature lyrics tinged with madness remain intact, and singing it at karaoke might help you stand out from the crowd.

With its tender melody and crystalline sound that evokes the feeling of rain, it’s a perfect number to sing at karaoke in June.

In June, I write the city after the rain.Yorushika

In June, I write the city after the rain.

A track included on the album “That’s Why I Gave Up on Music.” Songs on this Yorushika album are known for being interconnected and forming a single story, right? This track also weaves the tale of Amy and Elma.

Set in June after the early-summer rains have passed and the skies have cleared, it poignantly conveys Amy’s bittersweet feelings.

The song itself is a gentle, mid-tempo ballad with a beautiful finish throughout.

If you’re a confident female vocalist, definitely give it a try!

Parade on a Rainy DayMr.Children

Parade on a Rainy Day / Mr.Children [from the latest album 'miss you'] cover by Tanouta

This gentle song features a soothing, medium-tempo melody and the distinctly comfortable band sound that only Mr.

Children can deliver.

Through scenes of a rainy day, it carries a message that warmly reflects on the small joys in everyday life and memories of the past.

Released in October 2023, the piece employs a simple yet memorable arrangement centered on acoustic guitar and piano tones.

It’s a song that lets a positive feeling—keeping your heart clear even in the rain—soak in, making it a perfect recommendation for those who tend to feel down during the rainy season.

It’s also recommended for anyone who wants to cherish memories made with family and friends.

Osaka Rainy BluesSUPER EIGHT

Osaka Rainy Blues / Kanjani Eight (Kanjani∞) – Cover by Emi Noda (NodaEmi)

A blues ballad by SUPER EIGHT that exudes the distinct sentimentality and wistfulness of Kansai.

Against the backdrop of a bustling Osaka under the rainy season skies, the song weaves a tale of bittersweet love in Kansai dialect.

Released in March 2005 as their second single, it debuted at No.

3 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and was performed on numerous music programs, including Kansai TV and Yomiuri TV.

It’s a classic whose aching tenderness seeps into your heart—one that makes you suddenly recall a past love on a rainy day.