Karaoke Crowd-Pleasers: Top Male Rankings [2026]

Mary AnnTHE ALFEE92rank/position

THE ALFEE “Merī An” (40th Anniversary 2014: Summer of the 40th Year, Day 1)

A song that sings of youthful passion, the joy of love, and love that has been lost.

Released in September 1983, this track is known as one of THE ALFEE’s signature works.

Alongside its powerful rock sound, the emotional depth of the lyrics is striking.

It has been performed frequently at concerts and on television, and has been loved for many years.

It’s a great choice when you want to liven things up at company parties or karaoke.

Its distinctive rhythm and title call stand out, and the chorus is perfect for singing together.

However, if the high key feels challenging, it’s best to use the key adjustment feature.

Do whatever the hell you want.Kenji Sawada93rank/position

Kenji Sawada – Do As You Please (1977 TMF)

A singer known by the nickname “Julie,” Kenji Sawada made his solo debut after his work with The Tigers and PYG, and this is his 19th single.

With wistful lyrics and melody and a cool, 8-beat rock flavor, it’s recognized as one of his signature songs.

For men in their fifties who likely spent their youth around the time of its release, it’s a number that’s both easy to sing and sure to be a hit at karaoke.

It’s a rock tune that stirs up nostalgia—one you’ll want to sing while tossing your hat as part of the performance.

My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS94rank/position

RADWIMPS – Zenzenzense [original ver.] [Official Music Video]

Since their major-label debut, RADWIMPS had enjoyed a cult following and were well-regarded for their passionate love songs.

The song that brought RADWIMPS into the public spotlight was “Zenzenzense.” Written as the theme song for the animated film “Your Name,” it helped spread RADWIMPS’s name widely as the movie became a hit.

Summer Days of 1993class95rank/position

Summer Day of 1993 – class (Full) Lyrics: Hajime Matsumoto Music: Ken Sato cover

The music group class was created at the behest of a producer who wanted to form a duo like Simon & Garfunkel in Japan.

Their first single, “Natsu no Hi no 1993,” used as the theme song for the TV drama “Kimi to Itsumademo,” became a massive hit, achieving million-seller status despite being their debut.

For those in their forties—the generation of the time—it might be the first song that comes to mind when you think of summer.

With its distinctive, beautiful choral work, it’s a pop tune that’s perfect for two people to sing together at karaoke.

ff (fortissimo)HOUND DOG96rank/position

ff (fortissimo)

“ff (Fortissimo)” is a high-energy rock song that’s very popular.

At live shows, it’s so loved that fans often sing an entire chorus together.

In karaoke scoring, imitating Otomo’s shouts will actually cost you points, so just follow the pitch bar honestly.

The melody is quite simple, so it should be easy for anyone to sing! If you listen closely to the band’s snare drum and match your rhythm with its timing, it’ll be easier to sing.

Be careful not to cut the sustained notes in the chorus too short.

Basically, sing confidently and make sure your voice goes solidly into the mic—that should help you get a high score!

The Bride SambaHiromi Go97rank/position

[Official] Hiromi Go “Oyome Samba” LIVE -To Commemorate Release on Subscription Services-

It’s been loved for many years as a wedding song classic, hasn’t it? “Oyome Samba,” released as a single in 1981.

It features a lively, mood-lifting style and Hiromi Go’s vibrant vocals.

Some of you might even say it’s already your go-to karaoke number.

Though it has an upbeat vibe and sounds like it’s in a higher range, it’s actually surprisingly low.

If you want to liven up a big group karaoke session, this is the first song I’d recommend!

First loveKozo Murashita98rank/position

First Love — Kozo Murashita

This was Kozo Murashita’s fifth single, released in February 1983.

While it has very poignant lyrics and melody and isn’t exactly the kind of song to get everyone hyped at karaoke, it’s built on a mid-tempo, easy-to-catch rhythm with an extremely memorable chorus.

I think it’s a song you can still have fun singing together, even if you ignore the “bittersweetness” of the original.

Of course, the lyrics are about the pains of first love—something many people have experienced—so it’s also nice to let each singer overlay their own memories and get quietly emotional together.

The New Music-style hits of the ’80s—this song included—often have a way of really touching the heart.