[High School Students] Karaoke Popularity Rankings by Generation [2025]

Ballad of a SingerKazuyoshi Saito64rank/position

Kazuyoshi Saito – Ballad of a Singer (2008 Ver.) [Music Video]

Kazuyoshi Saito’s song is a gently tender and captivating ballad.

Released in December 1997, it has become a popular track covered by many artists.

The lyrics portray a protagonist who, usually too shy to say words of love, conveys them honestly through song.

If you also find it hard to express your feelings to someone you like, singing this song might just make you look cool.

There are cover versions by various artists, including Bank Band, so it could be fun to find an arrangement that suits you.

I love youuu!HoneyWorks feat. Chuutan65rank/position

Sukicchu-no! feat. Chuutan (CV: Saori Hayami) / HoneyWorks

The classic song “Sukicchuu no!” by HoneyWorks and Chuutan.

Compared to the previous work “Kawaikute Gomen,” the coyness is toned down, but femininity is brought to the forefront.

Contrary to its pop impression, the range sits around mid2B to hiD, so it isn’t particularly low.

However, since the overall range is on the higher side, key adjustments will be necessary in most cases.

It’s a song that tends to be well-received by men, so if you’re a high school girl, consider adding it to your repertoire.

osmanthus (fragrant orange osmanthus; sweet olive)Natori66rank/position

Natori – Fragrant Olive

Singer-songwriter Natori, whose debut digital single “Overdose” sparked a major response and put them in the spotlight as a new-generation artist.

The single “Kinmokusei,” released on August 25, 2023, features an impressive ensemble of delicately layered acoustic guitars.

Thanks to its low key, it’s easy to sing, but because the melody flows quickly and moves in fine detail, be sure to practice thoroughly before performing it at karaoke.

With its stylish, jazzy arrangement, it’s a number that’s sure to draw attention if you can pull it off.

future visionMarcy67rank/position

Marcy – Blueprint of the Future (Official Music Video)

Marcy is a three-piece rock band expanding their fan base with emotionally charged love songs woven with a translucent singing voice.

“Mirai-zu,” a track released in advance from their first album Memory, has garnered high praise not only in Japan but also from listeners overseas.

The melody is relaxed with no wide leaps in pitch, making it easy to sing, but the rhythm pattern in the A section is complex, so be careful not to lose the beat.

It’s a pop tune with a straightforward message of love that resonates in the heart and feels great to sing at karaoke.

fake face dance musicMasanori Onda68rank/position

fake face dance music

Masayuki Onda, a singer-songwriter who rose to prominence mainly on social media with his gentle ballads, is back with an up-tempo dance track that overturns that image.

The song captures distrust toward someone who wears a false face and the complex, hard-to-resolve emotions that come with it, offering a slightly mature worldview that’s captivating.

The pairing of its electronic sound with Onda’s lustrous vocals is exquisite—so addictive in its sheer comfort.

Released in July 2023, the track was born from passionate fan demand, with the chorus posted on Instagram racking up over 1.

3 million views.

Put it on during your commute or a nighttime walk, and everyday life might start to feel a bit more cinematic.

pedestrian overpassNogizaka4669rank/position

Nogizaka46 “Footbridge”

Among the Sakamichi Series groups, Nogizaka46 is especially popular for their classic, mainstream style.

Although they already have a fairly established career, their popularity remains strong, and I think many high school students still enjoy their songs.

The track I’d like to recommend is Hodōkyō (Pedestrian Bridge).

It features a catchy musical style, and accordingly, the vocal lines are kept simple and straightforward without quirks.

Since it doesn’t require falsetto or vibrato, even those who aren’t confident in their vocal timbre should be able to sing it without any problems.

I want to be lovedYumcha70rank/position

Yumcha “Aisaretai” [Lyric Video]

The work “Aisaretai,” which gained popularity mainly among teenagers, is a piece by Yumcha that portrays the feelings of a girl who can’t let go of her love for her somewhat deadbeat boyfriend.

While the lyrics are negative, the melody is brimming with pop charm, resulting in an overall bright tone.

Although the song is on the higher side, the vocal range itself isn’t particularly wide.

With proper key adjustment, most women should be able to sing it without issue.