Popular Karaoke: Band Rankings [2025]

Sorry for Being Cute feat. ChuutanHONEY WORKS85rank/position

Sorry for Being Cute feat. Chuutan (CV: Saori Hayami) / HoneyWorks

The song “Kawaikute Gomen feat.

Chu-tan,” which the public rated as going beyond cute into downright calculated, was initially treated somewhat like a ‘red-flag’ track.

However, its blatantly cutesy lyrics actually became a way to proudly show off cuteness, and it gradually rose to become a go-to anthem for girls.

As for the hi D at the start of the chorus, you don’t have to use falsetto there— a light mixed voice works as a substitute.

Try adjusting the key up or down to find the most comfortable range for you.

Shangri-LaChatmonchy86rank/position

Chatmonchy “Shangri-La” Music Video

This is a song packed with a complex kind of love—the desire to accept and cherish a partner wholly, including their weaknesses and imperfections.

Released in November 2006 as Chatmonchy’s third single, it was also used as the ending theme for the Fuji TV anime Hataraki Man.

The highlight of this track is undoubtedly the irregular meter used in the chorus! Its distinctive rhythm brilliantly captures the wavering of a love that won’t go smoothly, giving the song an unforgettable, addictive quality after just one listen.

It might be tricky to catch the groove at first, but once you lock into it, a powerful sense of unity emerges and the energy soars.

Why not surprise everyone with a pick that’s a little different from the usual crowd-pleasers?

forget-me-notAwesome City Club87rank/position

Awesome City Club / Wasurena (MUSIC VIDEO)

A gemlike love song, interweaving wistfulness and hope, perfect for the season when spring’s gentle sunlight soothes the heart.

Included on Awesome City Club’s album “Grower,” released in February 2021, this piece was created as an inspiration song for the film “We Made a Beautiful Bouquet.” While looking back on a love that has passed, the protagonist’s resolve to take a new step forward is beautifully expressed through the twin vocals of atagi and PORIN.

Like flowers awaiting the arrival of spring, the lyrics carry a belief in love that will one day bloom in full, offering a comforting warmth that resonates with listeners.

It’s a recommended track for those feeling anxious about a new environment or hoping to move on from a past romance.

Straight Up feat. JESSEDragon Ash88rank/position

Dragon Ash – Straight Up feat. JESSE – 【Official Music Video】

The piece “Straight Up feat.

JESSE,” in which Dragon Ash collaborates with JESSE, known for RIZE and The BONEZ, brought a lot of buzz at the time of its release thanks to the joint performance of two artists who represent Japan’s rock scene.

Surprisingly, the song is quite easy to sing.

While its Western-music flavor might make it seem difficult, the vocal line covers a narrow range with no drastic pitch shifts.

As long as you can handle the English, it’s a track anyone can aim to score highly on.

Kiss me right nowLINDBERG89rank/position

LINDBERG / Kiss Me Now

LINDBERG is a rock band that was hugely successful in the 1990s.

Known for their energetic, upbeat pop-rock sound, the group has produced many classic songs.

Among them, “Ima Sugu Kiss Me” stands out as a particularly memorable piece.

While the song leans toward pop rock and maintains tremendous energy throughout, it surprisingly doesn’t feature sustained long notes in the mid-to-high or higher registers.

The overall vocal range isn’t especially wide, so even women with lower voices should be able to sing it comfortably in an appropriate key.

Jenny High RhapsodyGenie High90rank/position

GENIE HIGH “Genie High Rhapsody”

Jenny High, formed around Enon Kawatani of Gesu no Kiwami Otome, drew attention for its unconventional lineup, with comedian Kazuya Kojima (Koyabu Kazutoyo) on drums and Kukki! on bass.

Their song “Jenny High Rhapsody” is a uniquely catchy pop tune that’s perfect to sing as a novelty pick at karaoke.

In this track, each instrumental member takes turns on vocals, making it even more exciting when you split parts among a group.

Be sure to try it at your next large-group karaoke session!

That's important.Daiji MAN Brothers Band91rank/position

Daijiman Brothers - “That’s Important” [High Quality Audio]

A heart-stirring message song about what matters in life! Released in 1991, this track is memorable for its lyrics emphasizing four key points: never giving up, never throwing in the towel, never running away, and believing to the end.

It was featured in a Fuji Fire and Marine Insurance TV commercial in 1996 and in a Sokenbicha campaign in 2005.

It’s also been used as a walk-up song by professional baseball players, becoming so popular that it sparks rhythmic clapping across the entire stadium.

A perfect pick to liven up parties or office gatherings.