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

Bitter VacationMrs. GREEN APPLE29rank/position

Mrs. GREEN APPLE “Bitter Vacation” Official Music Video

Mrs.

GREEN APPLE is known for having many high tones.

When asked to name an artist with a high voice, many people probably picture the vocalist, Motoki Omori.

Although Mrs.

GREEN APPLE is strongly associated with high notes, there are no high-pitched parts in Bitter Vacation.

Compared to typical songs, it’s about average, but for a Mrs.

track, the vocal range is quite narrow.

In particular, there is no use of mixed voice or falsetto at all, so even men who can’t sing high notes can perform it without any problem.

cherry blossomKetsumeishi30rank/position

Ketsumeishi “Sakura”

Ketsumeishi established a melodic rap style in the 2000s, appealing even to listeners who weren’t hip-hop fans and achieving nationwide popularity.

Their 2005 release “Sakura” is the landmark smash hit that truly brought their name into living rooms across the country.

Many people probably have memories of listening to their music in their twenties while driving with friends or a significant other.

Even in the Reiwa era, it remains a karaoke favorite.

Not only is the melodic part catchy enough to hum right away, but the rap sections aren’t particularly difficult, so even those who feel unsure about rapping should give it a try.

It can be a lot of fun to split the song with friends—one person handling the melody and another the rap!

B-BlueBOØWY31rank/position

B-Blue

Among men in their early 50s, many likely listened to BOØWY.

The band left behind numerous memorable rock classics, and among them, the song I especially recommend for its ease of singing is “B-Blue.” While its heart-pounding melody is striking, the vocal range is surprisingly narrow, and the vocal line doesn’t fluctuate much.

It’s a song you can comfortably handle even when your voice is worn out after a second party, so consider adding it to your repertoire.

CHA-LA HEAD-CHA-LAHironobu Kageyama32rank/position

Hironobu Kageyama – CHA-LA HEAD-CHA-LA .Live.mp4

It’s one of Hironobu Kageyama’s signature songs and was used as the opening theme for the anime Dragon Ball Z, a track that has come to symbolize the series.

The song conveys an exciting sense of facing the unknown and the exhilaration of adventure, strongly evoking the story of the work itself.

The lyrics, which seem to express a swell of emotion, are striking; precisely because they string together words whose meanings can be hard to grasp, the feelings of fun and buoyant excitement come through even more strongly.

In the chorus, the title “CHA-LA HEAD-CHA-LA” is shouted triumphantly, making you want to join in and amp up the energy together.

Tomorrow never knowsMr.Children33rank/position

Mr.Children 「Tomorrow never knows」 MUSIC VIDEO

Mr.

Children is a four-member rock band now known by everyone as a monster act that has produced numerous hit songs.

Their sixth single, “Tomorrow never knows,” used as the theme song for the TV drama All About Youth (Wakamono no Subete), is a double million seller with sales approaching three million copies.

Its striking intro and wistful lyrics are sure to stir the hearts of those in their 50s.

As a universally recognized hit tune, it’s a number that will liven up any karaoke session, no matter the generation of the group.

Precious thingsRoad of Major34rank/position

Lord of Major / Precious Things

The debut single by Road of Major passionately sings of the bittersweetness and hope of youth.

Released in September 2002, it powerfully portrays the importance of bonds, the sadness of parting, and the determination to set out on a new journey, all carried by a driving, exhilarating melody.

An exceptional feat for an indie single, it spent 19 consecutive weeks in the Oricon Top 10 and sold over 900,000 copies.

It is one of the band’s signature songs and was even used in 2009 as the commercial theme for the Mazda Mazda3 in Taiwan.

While it’s by no means easy to nail at karaoke, its refreshing melody makes it the perfect track for honestly conveying your feelings to someone important.

We are!Hiroshi Kitadani35rank/position

TV Anime “ONE PIECE” 1000th Episode Commemoration: We Are!

This is the song used as the very first opening theme for One Piece, a work that represents Japan.

As a track that symbolizes the series, it’s frequently heard and highly recognizable, which is a major characteristic.

The lyrics depict themes like voyaging and adventure, aligning with the story of the series and conveying an uplifting sense of setting out on a journey.

As the title suggests, the bond with one’s comrades is an important keyword shared by both the work and the song, and you can feel the energy coming from that as well.

Overall, it has a very bright atmosphere, so it’s a song I’d like to see performed with a lively smile, expressing the importance of friendship.