Classic and popular love songs you’ll want to sing at karaoke

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A heartwarming love song that gently embraces the bittersweet feelings of a summer festival.

It delicately portrays the fluttering excitement in your chest, the frustration of wanting to hold hands but not being able to take that step, and the emotions stirred by the other person’s casual gestures, all set to a calm melody.

Released in July 2012, it was chosen as the opening theme for TBS’s “COUNT DOWN TV,” capturing the hearts of many.

The song resonates with listeners’ own summer memories, making it perfect for karaoke, where you can fully immerse yourself in its world.

With a softly accompanying melody and few sudden pitch changes, it’s an easy, enjoyable choice for karaoke.

You are here—that's everything.Kotora

You are here—that's everything.

This is a love ballad by Kotora, marked by gentle piano melodies and delicate strings.

It tenderly and carefully portrays the happiness that comes from having someone you love and the immense presence they hold in your life.

Released on YouTube in March 2025, the song fully conveys pure feelings of love and the desire to cherish the other person, earning high praise from fans.

Its soothing music and lyrics, filled with sincere emotions, will resonate with anyone who cares deeply for someone.

It’s a perfect track for moments when your feelings of love grow stronger or as background music while spending time with someone special.

Unrequited loveAimer

Aimer “Kataomoi” MUSIC VIDEO (FULL ver.)

This is a love song that expresses a vow of eternal love, highlighted by Aimer’s crystalline, transparent vocals.

It portrays a depth of affection that never fades with time, leaving a warm afterglow in the listener’s heart.

The track is included on the album “daydream,” with lyrics and composition by Takahito Uchisawa of androp.

It was selected as the opening theme for TBS’s “CDTV” starting in October 2016, earning support from a wide range of age groups.

The song also drew attention with Aimer’s appearance on YouTube’s “THE FIRST TAKE” in January 2022.

With its simple, easy-to-remember melody and relaxed tempo, it’s a song that’s easy to sing at karaoke.

It’s also well-suited for wedding performances, making it perfect for singing with heartfelt emotions for someone special.

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HY - “In Love” (Theme song for the film ‘366 Days’) Music Video

A gem of a love song that portrays the journey of looking forward after heartbreak.

It gently expresses the acceptance of a past breakup and the growth that comes from that experience, carried by a tender melody.

It’s a memorable masterpiece marked by a positive spirit—gratitude for the encounter, and a resolve to cherish the memories even if the love was not meant to be.

Included on the album “TIME,” this song was written as the theme for the film “366 Days,” set for release in January 2025.

Positioned as an answer song to “366 Days,” which depicts unrequited love, it completes the story by tracing the path to recovery from heartbreak.

A heartwarming ballad that will resonate with those who have overcome the pain of a breakup or who hold dear the memories of a precious love.

cold; curt; blunt; unfriendlyRADWIMPS

RADWIMPS – Aloof [Official Music Video]

This is an epic love song over six minutes long that delicately portrays the wavering emotions of an ambiguous romance.

The bittersweet feelings of being elated or dejected by a partner’s slightest gestures or words are expressed over a calm and beautiful melody.

Included on RADWIMPS’ album ANTI ANTI GENERATION, released in December 2018, the song was also used as the theme for ABEMA’s dating reality show Who Is the Wolf?, resonating strongly with younger audiences.

The music video features Nana Komatsu and Fuju Kamio, resulting in a striking visual piece that reflects contemporary views on love.

It’s a track best enjoyed when you can really take your time singing—whether during a solo karaoke session or at karaoke with close friends in a relaxed setting.

the red threadKobukuro

Kobukuro “Red Thread”

This is a long ballad that carefully depicts the feelings of a young person entering a rough patch with their partner, unfolding over seven minutes.

As a year passes, the protagonist’s heart gradually starts to look forward, and that progression is portrayed in a striking way.

Included on the album “Root of my mind,” which Kobukuro produced soon after forming, the song gently conveys the importance of trust in love.

It’s recommended for those who, while struggling with a relationship with someone important, still want to cherish their feelings for each other.

It’s a song you’ll want to sing with all your heart at solo karaoke or in the company of close friends.

tobacco / cigarette(s)Koresawa

Koresawa “Tobacco” [Music Video]

It’s a painfully honest story song that realistically portrays heartbreak.

Over more than six minutes, post-breakup emotions are carefully traced alongside the gentle tones of an acoustic guitar.

A pack of cigarettes left behind by an ex becomes the trigger for recalling the time they spent together, and looking back, only regret remains—such a bittersweet inner landscape is woven through Koresawa’s delicate vocals.

Released in March 2017, just before her major-label debut, this piece can be considered a culmination of her work.

It’s also included on the album “Korekara,” where it continues to be loved.

The melodious, straightforward lyrics are sure to resonate deeply with anyone who has experienced heartbreak.

On nights when you want to face your own feelings, try singing it at karaoke.