[Middle School Students] Karaoke Popularity Ranking by Generation [2025]

User ManualKana Nishino8rank/position

Kana Nishino 'Torisetsu' MV (Short Ver.)

Kana Nishino remains highly popular as a spokesperson for women’s feelings.

Among her songs, “Torisetsu” is a message song that candidly voices women’s thoughts to men.

If sung in middle school—when girls seem more mature and boys are still kids—the girl singing will likely appear even more grown-up.

Ideally, it’s a song you’d want to sing in front of the boy you like.

Bunny GirlAKASAKI9rank/position

[AKASAKI] Bunny Girl (Lyric Video)

The song “Bunny Girl,” which became a major hit from 2024 to 2025, is a work by the young singer-songwriter AKASAKI, characterized by a subtly languid mood throughout.

Among recent Japanese songs, this track boasts an exceptionally narrow vocal range—specifically mid1 C to mid2 E.

Thanks to this notably limited range, anyone—regardless of gender—should be able to sing it comfortably with the right key adjustment.

Be sure to check it out.

As It WasHarry Styles10rank/position

Harry Styles – As It Was (Official Video)

Harry Styles, a member of One Direction.

Since One Direction went on hiatus, he has been active as a solo artist, and because he’s released a string of hit songs, I’m sure even middle schoolers know him.

Among Harry Styles’s tracks, the one I especially recommend is As It Was.

It’s a song based on synth-pop that sells itself more on the overall package than on the vocal line.

Because of that, it doesn’t require special vocal prowess, and if you can sing reasonably high, matching the pitch should be easy.

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Creepy Nuts – Otonoke [Official MV] [Dandadan Opening]

The opening sound for the TV anime Dandadan masterfully fuses the disparate elements of music and the supernatural, crafting an epic sonic world.

With Creepy Nuts’ razor-sharp rap and singular worldview, it breathes new allure into this occult-themed story.

Written specifically for the anime, which began airing in October 2024, the track showcases the full extent of DJ Matsunaga and R-Shitei’s exceptional skills.

Also included on the album Legion, it serves as a bridge connecting the distinct cultures of hip-hop and anime.

Its mysteriously compelling melodies and powerful beats make it a recommended listen even for those who don’t usually follow anime songs.

Whether in an after-school classroom or through earbuds on the commute to school, it’s sure to capture the hearts of middle schoolers seeking a fresh musical encounter.

Hide-and-seekYuri12rank/position

Yuuri “Kakurenbo” Official Music Video

Contrary to what you might expect, Kakurenbo actually has a fairly narrow vocal range; it’s sung gently between E3 and F#4.

It’s popular across generations, and many of my students chose to sing it! Since it’s a song where it’s easy to add dynamics, it should be relatively straightforward to pick up extra points for expressiveness.

In the A verse, keep the volume restrained and gentle; in the B verse, some higher notes appear, so focus on the rhythm and make sure to hit the pitch bar accurately.

The C section in the latter half is where the most emotion comes through, so it’s okay to sing with more volume than you think.

A surprisingly tricky part is the quiet section of the final chorus.

After the big build-up in the C section, the chorus enters with restrained emotion, so if you reset your feelings right before the chorus and create a clear break, you’ll be able to sing more calmly and stay on pitch more easily.

STAYThe Kid LAROI, Justin Bieber13rank/position

The Kid LAROI, Justin Bieber – STAY (Official Video)

From the late 2010s into the 2020s, the genre of synth-pop experienced a worldwide boom.

Among the biggest hits was “STAY,” a collaboration between Justin Bieber and The Kid LAROI, a hugely popular rapper from Australia.

The track blends a modern melody with a synth-pop sound that evokes the vibe of the 1980s.

While the rap parts may feel challenging, Justin Bieber’s verse is relatively easy to sing even for those who can’t hit very high notes, making it a good recommendation for junior high school students going through voice changes.

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Aimyon – Harunohi [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

A touching song by Aimyon filled with family love.

As the theme song for a Crayon Shin-chan film, it portrays the beginning of the Nohara family.

It gently sings about the instability and hope of lovers—likened to winter trees and cats—as well as vows for the future.

Released in September 2020, the song is written from the perspective of Shinnosuke’s parents and mentions specific places like Kita-Senju Station and Kasukabe Station.

With its friendly melody and easy-to-sing vocal range, it’s perfect for enjoying at karaoke with family and friends.

The tempo is moderate, making it a great choice even for first-time mic holders.

Why not enjoy a fun karaoke time while feeling the bonds of family and the happiness of everyday life?