[Karaoke] Duet Song Rankings [2025]

Happy SynthesizerEasy Pop36rank/position

[Megurine Luka, GUMI] Happy Synthesizer [Original Song]

This technopop track is so uplifting and bubbly that just listening to it makes you feel energized.

It was released in November 2010 and surpassed one million views by July 2011.

The choreography created by Merochin, a well-known choreographer in the ‘Odotte Mita’ category on Nico Nico Douga, also drew attention.

Be sure to try singing it while dancing!

Yi-Er Fan ClubMikito-P37rank/position

Mikito-P “Yi-er Fan Club” MV

A song that tells the story of girls learning Chinese.

It fully employs the sounds and melodic feel of instruments commonly used in Chinese music to convey its world.

With lots of witty lyrics and lively call-and-response, it’s perfect for getting everyone excited at karaoke.

I'm about to cry.RADWIMPS feat. Aimyon38rank/position

RADWIMPS – I Feel Like I’m About to Cry feat. Aimyon [Official Music Video]

A collaborative track by RADWIMPS and singer-songwriter Aimyon, included on RADWIMPS’ album ANTI ANTI GENERATION.

The collaboration between these two artists—each with a distinct worldview—offers not only a compelling listen but also a satisfying sing.

The beautiful harmonies woven by the two, which convey both poignancy and warmth, are something you should definitely strive to recreate in a duet.

Even more importantly, the call-and-response-like sections will make the song shine even brighter if you can reproduce them with a good balance so that your voices don’t clash.

ALIVEClariS39rank/position

ClariS “ALIVE” Music Video [TV Anime “Lycoris Recoil” Opening Theme]

The song that drew attention as the opening theme for the anime Lycoris Recoil is ALIVE.

It’s performed by the female duo ClariS.

The track features a driving melody inspired by the anime’s story and captivating, beautiful harmonies.

They also performed it on the YouTube channel THE FIRST TAKE, so many people may have discovered it there.

Since there are many alternating vocal parts, try singing it with a close friend.

It’s also recommended to use the ALIVE LycoReco Version, which was featured in the anime’s final episode, as a reference.

Aiden TeiTei MeltdownEnako feat. P Maru-sama.40rank/position

Enako feat. P Maru-sama. “Aiden TeiTei Meltdown” Music Video

Enako, who is active as a cosplayer, collaborated with P-Maru-sama, who works as a video creator and more, on a piece titled “Identity Identity Meltdown.” It serves as the opening theme for the anime Onimai: I’m Now Your Sister.

The track is arranged so the two take turns singing over an up-tempo beat.

The highlights are their perfectly synced back-and-forth lines and harmonies.

By the way, the title is pronounced “ai-den-tei-tei meltdown.” Try imagining the meaning as you listen.

Open the doorSayaka Kanda / Eisuke Tsuda41rank/position

Sayaka Kanda, Eisuke Tsuda – Love Is an Open Door (From “Frozen”)

“Love Is an Open Door,” which was used as an insert song in the film Frozen, portrays the relationship between Anna and Prince Hans, expressing the happiness and joy of meeting someone you love.

Because the song unfolds in a musical-theater style, it seems fun to master the subtle expressions and movements and perform it as a duet.

Ride the brisk rhythm and deliver a clear, energetic, and bright vocal.

It’s a heartwarming love song that hints at the start of a dramatic story.

How about singing a song that gently envelops the karaoke atmosphere?

Surely more than anyone else in the worldMiho Nakayama & WANDS42rank/position

Surely more than anyone else in the world

A song where a bittersweet vocal and rock sound fuse in exquisite balance.

Released in October 1992 and drawing attention as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Dareka ga Kanojo o Aishiteru” (“Someone Loves Her”), this work is a heartwarming love song themed around straightforward feelings of love and a fateful reunion.

The unique world created by the call-and-response between Miho Nakayama & WANDS, along with the dramatic melody crafted by Tetsurō Oda, took the No.

1 spot on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

Try singing it with a friend—by layering your voices with an eye toward the lift in the chorus, you’re sure to create a beautiful harmony.