Karaoke Crowd-Pleasers: Women’s Ranking [2025]

HANABIMr.Children85rank/position

Mr.Children「HANABI」 Tour2015 REFLECTION Live

The 33rd single by Mr.

Children, a nationally beloved band also known by the nickname “Misu-Chiru.” On the Billboard JAPAN charts, it surpassed 100 million total streams—becoming the first Mr.

Children song released in the 2000s to achieve over 100 million plays and turning into a massive hit.

It’s also well-known as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Code Blue: Doctor Heli Emergency Lifesaving,” starring Tomohisa Yamashita.

With a male vocal and a relatively low key, it’s a song many women may find easy to sing at karaoke.

Why not try performing it with a touch of poignancy?

EverythingMISIA86rank/position

MISIA – Everything （Official HD Music Video）

It became a huge hit as the theme song for the drama “Yamato Nadeshiko.” It’s a full-fledged ballad that fully showcases her vocal range.

With this song, she earned her first No.

1 on the Oricon Singles Chart, and it’s also a favorite among women at karaoke.

I’d love for women confident in their singing to give it a try.

StoryAI87rank/position

AI – Story

AI’s signature song “Story,” with its familiar melody and heartfelt lyrics, resonates deeply with listeners.

Since its release in 2005, it has continued to be cherished by many fans and has become a timeless classic loved across generations.

This song, which sings of the bond between lovers in clear, certain words, is captivating not only for its superb lyrics and melody but also for AI’s embracing voice—powerful yet gentle.

Sing it earnestly with friends at karaoke, and your individual stories will intertwine, turning the moment into something truly unforgettable.

Time goes byEvery Little Thing88rank/position

「Time goes by」MUSIC VIDEO / Every Little Thing

Released in 1998, this was Every Little Thing’s first ballad to be issued as a single.

The lyrics, which speak of a couple who chose to part ways after many twists and turns—holding bittersweet memories while not turning their backs on the past and choosing instead to move forward—truly resonate.

It’s a masterpiece that women in their forties, seasoned by experience, can sing while fondly recalling the passage of time.

Take a small time trip and try singing it as you gently remember those sparkling days.

Hot StuffDonna Summer89rank/position

Donna Summer – Hot Stuff – LIVE

This is a rousing anthem by Donna Summer, renowned as a timeless classic that unleashes a driving, energetic sound with a powerful disco-funk texture.

It’s widely recognized among women in their 40s, and its passionate lyrics make it a song you’ll want to sing at karaoke.

secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE90rank/position

ZONE “secret base ~What You Gave Me~” MUSIC VIDEO

An emotionally moving song themed around the end of summer and friendship—this is ZONE’s signature work.

The lyrics, which depict the pure memories of one’s teenage years and farewells with dear friends, resonate deeply with listeners.

Released in August 2001, it became a massive hit, selling over one million copies.

It was also chosen as the theme song for the TBS drama “Kids War 3.” Its refreshing, acoustic-based sound is another part of its appeal.

If you’re singing it at karaoke, the end of summer or graduation season is especially fitting.

For those who have experienced parting with friends, it will surely strike a powerful chord.

AM11:00HY91rank/position

AM11:00

Many people in their thirties probably grew up listening to HY during their youth.

Just hearing HY’s signature song “AM11:00” gets you hyped from the intro.

Back then, lots of people even used it as their mobile ringtone.

It’s also a popular karaoke staple, and for those in their thirties, it’s truly a song that brings back the feeling of youth.

Singing it as a male-female duet makes it even more exciting.