[For Men] Cool, Popular Songs That Impress at Karaoke

AcaciaBUMP OF CHICKEN

Acacia

BUMP has a strong female fanbase, so if you can sing their songs with style, there’s no doubt you’ll be popular! Their song “Acacia” was used for the Pokémon special music video “GOTCHA!”, which lets you feel the history of the Pokémon series.

Since many women also love Pokémon, that angle alone could make them think, “This person really gets it.” Let’s try singing with genuine coolness—don’t just lean into the ennui—channel the good kind of wistfulness in BUMP’s vocalist, Motoo Fujiwara, while keeping it unmistakably cool.

Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN

UNISON SQUARE GARDEN “Sugar Song and Bitter Step” Live Music Video

This is the track chosen as the ending theme for the anime Blood Blockade Battlefront.

You can tell how complex it is after just one listen.

But don’t you think it would be cool to fully capture the world of such a complex song? Anyone can sing by simply following the lyrics.

But that alone isn’t enough! If you absorb the entire song into yourself and sing as if you’re diving right into it, you’ll set yourself apart from others—this is a song that lets you showcase an exceptional level of cool.

LOVE RAIN ~Rain of Love~Toshinobu Kubota

Toshinobu Kubota – LOVE RAIN ~Koi no Ame~ [Official Video Short ver.]

Released in 2010 as Toshinobu Kubota’s 35th single, this song was written specifically for the Fuji TV Monday 9 p.

m.

drama “Tsuki no Koibito ~Moon Lovers~.” It reached No.

3 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

With a pop sound and melody that makes you want to fall in love, it’s a song you’ll want to sing while feeling Kubota’s distinctive rhythmic style.

I LOVE YOUYutaka Ozaki

I LOVE YOU – Yutaka Ozaki (Full)

This is the 11th single by singer-songwriter Yutaka Ozaki, who possessed overwhelming charisma that captivated his generation yet tragically passed away at the young age of 26.

Even today, long after its release, it remains an unfading, timeless masterpiece of a ballad.

With its relaxed tempo and low key, it’s easy for men who aren’t sure what to sing at karaoke to perform.

Its straightforward, vividly evocative lyrics resonate deeply—a landmark love song in the J-pop scene.

OursBESPER

BESPER – Ours [Music Video]

BESPER is a band gaining attention for its highly original sound, influenced by genres like AOR, city pop, and soul music.

They’re a group with a very solid musical foundation, centering on city pop with strong elements of Black music.

Their new song “Ours” is characterized by a structure that emphasizes the midrange.

While it doesn’t feature a distinct low-end part, it’s an ideal track for showcasing richness in the low-mid frequencies.

Be sure to add it to your repertoire.

SyrupShota Shimizu

Shota Shimizu “Syrup” MV

Shota Shimizu’s new song “Syrup.” Shimizu is known for his music that prominently incorporates authentic R&B, and while this track retains those elements, it’s shaped into a lighter, more modern R&B style.

He isn’t necessarily a low-voiced artist, but since most of this song sits in the mid-to-low range, it should really showcase the appeal of male singers with lower voices.

It’s also recommended to intentionally lower the key to emphasize the low end even more.

Bridge of Gloryyuzu

Eikou no Kakehashi – Yuzu (Full)

Yuzu is one of Japan’s most iconic music duos.

When it comes to their motivational songs, “Eikou no Kakehashi” (Bridge of Glory) immediately comes to mind.

You’re probably familiar with it: the lyrics convey a message to those striving to overcome difficult challenges.

That’s why it’s perfect for cheering up a friend, as well as for graduations or job changes.

The tempo is relaxed, making it easy to sing, but the melody has some quirks.

First, try going to karaoke to practice matching the pitch.

Once you get used to it, start incorporating other techniques.