Kuwata Keisuke’s Most Popular Karaoke Songs Ranking [2025]

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Keisuke Kuwata ♪ JOURNEY

This song was included on the 1994 album The Sun of Solitude and was also used as a UNIQLO commercial song in 2021.

Like Tsuki (Moon), which is on the same album, it is said to be a song dedicated to the singer’s late mother.

The combination of the gentle sound and the lyrics that send someone off on their journey is moving, and it conveys a sense of hope for the future.

Because it seems to restrain vocal idiosyncrasies to deliver its message straightforwardly, and thanks to its gentle tempo, it’s likely an easy song to sing.

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Kissin’ Christmas (It’s not because it’s Christmas)

A hidden Christmas song sung by Keisuke Kuwata is “Kissin’ Christmas.” It’s included on his third best-of album, I LOVE YOU -now & forever-, released in 2012.

It was also used as the theme song for Nippon TV’s music program Merry Xmas Show, and it really captures the vibe of lovers at Christmastime.

Be sure to check out the playful, highly original lyrics—so characteristic of Yumi Matsutoya, who wrote them.

Get everyone singing it together at karaoke and bask in the memories of Christmases from “back then.”

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Keisuke Kuwata “SMILE ~Like a Clear Blue Sky~” Commercial Broadcasters Official Special Movie (Joint Commercial Broadcasters Project ‘Let’s Do It Together’ Support Song)

It’s a cheer song imbued with the message, “No matter the era, don’t forget to smile and keep looking forward.” It was used as the theme song for the 69th NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen and also as the theme music for Nippon TV’s broadcasts of the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games.

As you listen, you’ll notice the melody stays relatively low from start to finish, so it’s recommended for singers who are strong in the low to mid-high range.

In the low notes, be careful not to let your voice get muffled so you can maintain good balance.

Rather than forcing your voice, make sure to use your breath well as you sing.

Also, lifting your facial muscles and eyebrows will brighten the tone of your voice, making it less likely to get muffled and easier to sing.

Singing with a smile versus with a blank expression gives a completely different impression, so be sure to try it.

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Keisuke Kuwata – Soul Cobra Twist ~ Agony of the Soul (Full ver.)

This is Keisuke Kuwata’s third digital single, released on August 30, 2021.

It was used as the UNIQLO “LifeWear” commercial song featuring Kuwata himself, and also served as the theme song for the Netflix exclusive film “Asakusa Kid.” Despite the slightly provocative(?) title, the song has a very relaxed vibe, and I think the tempo makes it quite easy to sing.

The vocal melody is filled with that signature Kuwata style, and since the range used isn’t very wide, I believe it’s a melody that many men will find easy to sing and remember.

As you all know, Kuwata has a very distinctive singing style—one of his charms—but if you’re aiming for a high score at karaoke, it might be better not to imitate his delivery too closely.

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Keisuke Kuwata / Thank You by Tomi-san

It’s a song that reflects on the scenery of one’s hometown and the people who supported you there, speaking heartfelt gratitude straight from the heart.

It was included as the closing track on the 2002 album “ROCK AND ROLL HERO.” It has been said that the song was written with feelings for Chigasaki—a place of great importance to Keisuke Kuwata—and with thanks to the people involved.

The gentle, piano-centered arrangement paired with expansive, expressive vocals is memorable, evoking the warmth of a choral piece.

Imagining a choral singing style that delivers the words plainly and directly should make it easier to sing.

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Keisuke Kuwata - Wandering Rider

This is a song that sings, with a dandy atmosphere, about a man’s wistfulness and the inner aesthetics he conceals.

It’s included on the mini-album released in 2021, “Rice, Miso Soup, Nori, Pickles, and Tamagoyaki feat.

Umeboshi.” While it carries a calm mood you can feel, the strength of the instrumental tones also evokes a powerful presence.

The gentle, conversational style of singing makes it easy to perform—try singing while staying relaxed, valuing both the mood and the words.

The moments when the lyrics are densely packed are also an important element that conveys the song’s atmosphere, so it’s recommended to pay special attention when singing those parts.

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Keisuke Kuwata - Confess to Every Song: Lyrics

It’s a song that belts out a scathing message, with a hint of irony toward people who make money from singing.

Released in 1994 as the B-side to “Matsuri no Ato,” it was later included on the album Solitary Sun.

The rough, strummed acoustic guitar seems to further amplify the power of the words.

The blunt, almost tossed-off vocal delivery is also part of the song’s appeal, so it might be interesting to focus on the singing style and deliberately not worry too much about pitch.