[Male] Top Karaoke Crowd-Pleasers Ranking [2025]

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flumpool “Kimi ni Todoke” Music Video

Among flumpool’s songs, this is surely one of their most well-known signature tracks.

Featuring Ryuta Yamamura’s sweet, memorable vocals, the song stands out for lyrics that overflow with honest feelings for a loved one.

Upon its release in September 2010, it reached No.

2 on the Oricon chart and remained on the charts for 11 weeks.

It also gained further attention as the theme song for the film “Kimi ni Todoke.” It’s a perfect karaoke choice to sing in front of someone special.

While the many high notes can make it challenging, if you sing it with heart, it will surely resonate with them.

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Love Story Suddenly – Kazumasa Oda

As one of Kazumasa Oda’s signature hits, it remains a popular karaoke staple.

It was included as the B-side to the single “Oh! Yeah!” released on February 6, 1991.

Chosen as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Tokyo Love Story,” this track likely conjures up images of Honami Suzuki, who played the lead, and many people may find themselves smiling as they hear her say, “Kanji.”

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Elephant Kashimashi – “Our Tomorrow”

This is a masterpiece imbued with a powerful, emotionally resonant rock sound and a vision of walking toward the future alongside friends.

The friendship and bonds portrayed in the music video, along with the courage to step into a new tomorrow, gently support anyone seeking strength for their heart.

Released in November 2007 by Elephant Kashimashi, led by Hiroji Miyamoto, the song was used in a commercial for House Foods’ Ukon no Chikara and came to be loved by a wide audience.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to when standing at a crossroads in life, when renewing your resolve, or when you need hope for the future.

With its robust melody, it fills you with the courage to move forward—an uplifting song that warms the heart.

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Hi-STANDARD – Stay Gold [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

Known by the nickname “Hai-Suta,” Hi-STANDARD is the legendary rock band that cemented the genre of melodic hardcore in the J-pop scene.

“Stay Gold,” from their third album MAKING THE ROAD—which became a million-seller both in Japan and abroad—amps you up with its catchy melodies and harmonies despite being sung entirely in English.

It’s a pretty fast-tempo track, so it’s not easy, but it’s guaranteed to hype up the room at karaoke.

This is a rock tune I want you to sing when you just need to blow off steam—highly recommended for those in their 30s who likely experienced the heyday of the melodic hardcore scene.

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Yūki Chiba – Team Tomodachi (Official Music Video)

KOH, also known as Yuki Chiba, scored an explosive hit with his classic “Team Tomodachi.” If you’re a head, you definitely know it, and even if you’re not, you’ve probably heard it at least once on TikTok or Instagram.

Centered on trap, the track doesn’t feature any complex flows.

Its laid-back flow rolls on steadily, so even people who struggle with fastest-rap styles or flows like bonbero’s can sing it without any problem.

It absolutely kills at karaoke, so grab your guy friends, throw your arms over each other’s shoulders, and sing it together.

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Dragon Ash｢Fantasista｣

The 11th single by Dragon Ash, a five-piece band leading Japan’s mixture rock scene.

Released in March 2002, the track became a massive hit as the theme song for the 2002 FIFA World Cup.

It topped the Oricon Singles Chart for two consecutive weeks and ranked 19th on the year-end chart.

Featuring energetic sound and powerful lyrics, the song captures the fervor of soccer.

The catchy chorus is easy to sing along to, making it an instant mood-lifter when everyone joins in.

It’s also known as a live staple and is perfect for ramping up the energy at karaoke.

For men of the yutori generation, it’s a sure-fire, fiery track to enjoy with peers.

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Marionette

For men in their early 50s, BOØWY may have been an object of admiration.

Their songs are still often sung at karaoke, aren’t they? MARIONETTE is one of BOØWY’s signature tracks.

Kyosuke Himuro is known for his distinctive vocal technique of restraining volume to make hitting high notes easier, and this song strongly reflects that trait.

For slightly higher phrases like his, deliberately lowering your volume helps you align your pitch smoothly.

Since there are very few long sustained notes, it’s also recommended for those who aren’t confident in their lung capacity.