Songs men like. Classic and popular Japanese songs.
It’s packed with songs that were used in dramas and anime!
There are also tracks from those dramas you admired back in the day and the anime and movies you were hooked on.
I think many of these are staple choices for men’s karaoke, so why not give them a look?
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Songs Men Like: Classic and Popular Japanese Tracks (1–10)
Sunset SongMasahiko Kondo
As a leading idol of the Showa era, Masahiko Kondo left behind many classic songs.
While many men have little interest in male idols, I imagine quite a few men in their late 50s made an exception for this song, “Yuuyake no Uta.” This work exudes a mature, understated cool, featuring a melody with a hint of enka.
The vocal range is fairly average, but because the vocal lines embody the familiar enka-like feel that Japanese listeners are accustomed to, it’s very easy to sing.
Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN
UNISON SQUARE GARDEN is a Japanese three-piece band formed in Nakano in 2004.
Their song “Sugar Song to Bitter Step,” which was also tied in with a TV anime, is an extremely fun track that makes you want to start dancing.
DEPARTURESglobe
globe is a music group that has been active since 1995.
They made their debut with their first single, “Feel Like dance,” and went on to release numerous hits.
In 2015, they celebrated the 20th anniversary of their debut with various activities.
Among their many works, “DEPARTURES” became a particularly massive hit and is one of their signature songs.
Songs men like: classic and popular Japanese hits (11–20)
more than anyoneBE:FIRST
A poignant longing wrapped in kindness strikes the heart in this ballad by BE:FIRST.
While yearning for closeness with a loved one, the vivid lyrics portray a man’s struggle to keep his distance because of mental illness, along with the feelings that remain unchanged.
The richly expressive vocals of all the members and the melody beautifully color the story’s world.
Included on the single “Spacecraft / Sailing,” released on February 5, 2025, the song was also selected as the theme for the film “Hold Me Tighter Than Anyone,” which premiered that February.
This piece invites deep reflection on the meaning of continuing to care for someone important and on human connection.
It is recommended for those wrestling with feelings for someone they love, or for anyone seeking a touching ballad that resonates with the heart.
180°mountain monkey
A heart-wrenching love ballad by Yamasaru that tugs at the listener’s heartstrings.
Its words quietly resonate, asking what true kindness really is.
Released in February 2016, it stands out as a memorable piece in his musical career.
The song portrays the conflict of a love that must end and the delicate feelings of not wanting to hurt the other person, showcasing Yamasaru’s refined sensitivity and expressive power.
The warm tone of the acoustic guitar and his unique blend of rap and singing deepen the story’s impact.
It is a heartwarming ballad that offers comfort to those who have experienced heartbreak or a farewell to someone dear.
REDB’z
B’z is a musical duo consisting of Takahiro Matsumoto and Koshi Inaba, formed in 1988.
Since their formation, they have produced numerous hit songs and actively held live tours.
“RED” is a song specially written as the entrance theme for pitcher Hiroki Kuroda upon his return to the Hiroshima Toyo Carp, and it is a highly rousing track.
Tomorrow never knowsMr.Children
Mr.
Children is a Japanese band active since 1985.
After making their major debut with TOY’S FACTORY in 1992, they topped the Oricon charts with their fifth single, “innocent world.
” In 2017, to commemorate the 25th anniversary of their debut, they released a digital-only best-of album.