Karaoke Ranking of Popular Kenji Sawada Songs [2025]

In the Season of CobaltKenji Sawada8rank/position

In the Season of Cobalt — Kenji Sawada

A classic ballad by Kenji Sawada, known as Julie, that evokes the wistfulness of autumn.

It’s a masterpiece portraying compassion and love for another person.

Kotani Natsu’s delicate lyrics pair perfectly with Sawada’s deep, resonant voice.

As the seasons change, so do people’s hearts—this universal theme is beautifully expressed.

Released as a single in September 1976, it was also included on the album Portrait in Charcoal Gray, released in December of the same year.

It’s a mellow, grown-up love song you’ll want to listen to on a clear autumn day.

Highly recommended not only for fans of Kenji Sawada but also for anyone who wants to revisit the great songs of the Showa era.

samuraiKenji Sawada9rank/position

Kenji Sawada - Samurai

This is a single released by Kenji Sawada, also known as Julie, in January 1978, which peaked at No.

2 on the Oricon charts.

There is also an anecdote that the outfit Mr.

Sawada wore became a point of contention and ultimately had to be replaced.

An incorrigible good-for-nothing you just can’t hateKenji Sawada10rank/position

Kenji Sawada - The Good-for-Nothing I Can't Bring Myself to Hate

Kenji Sawada’s remarkable success after the breakup of The Tigers is a noteworthy event that deserves a place in the history of Showa-era entertainment.

It felt like there wasn’t a single day when you didn’t see him—not just singing, but also on variety shows and in commercials.

The scene in a drama where Kirin Kiki cries out “Julie” and swoons would be, in today’s terms, worthy of a Buzzword of the Year Award, wouldn’t it? This song, with lyrics by Yuu Aku, also fully draws out the masculine allure that Kenji Sawada possesses, and I bet many people in their 50s would say, “I like the Julie from this song.” The image of a man who drifts from place to place, having a woman in every town—a “somewhat sloppy-with-women” type—may have appealed to the public as well.

It’s a song that makes you want to listen while reminiscing about a more forgiving era than today.

LOVE (I want to hold you)Kenji Sawada11rank/position

Kenji Sawada “LOVE ~I Want to Hold You~” with lyric notes (please see the description)

This is Kenji Sawada’s 25th single, released on September 10, 1978.

It’s a song that vividly evokes a winter night cityscape in the cold rain.

When choosing songs that are easy for men to sing—the theme of this article—you can’t leave out tracks from the ’70s to ’80s with their simple, straightforward melodies! Although this song is a slow ballad, the vocal range it uses isn’t very wide, so I think it’s easy to sing even for those who aren’t confident in their range.

Just be careful: if the vocal rhythm leans too far ahead of the beat, it can ruin the song.

Parody of 'Breathless': 'Retirement, Bring It On'Kenji Sawada12rank/position

[Sing this to the tune of “Do as You Please” – Parody Version: “Retirement, Just Bring It On.” Please enjoy it with a camper van and the Sea of Japan sunset as the backdrop. #parodysong #anthemforseniors #DoAsYouPlease #KenjiSawada]

Here are some ideas for a parody of the classic song “Katte ni Shiyagare,” titled “Teinen Kiyagare,” which captures emotions like missed connections with someone, regret, and a resolution forged in the heart.

While the original song focuses on the feelings at the moment of parting and one’s own version of love directed at the other person, “Teinen Kiyagare” features realistic lyrics that will resonate with those who, before retirement, are starting to think about life in their later years.

There’s no end to worries—about savings, about health—but its forward-looking lyrics offer encouragement.

Casablanca DandyKenji Sawada13rank/position

Casablanca Dandy

Kenji Sawada’s song, released in February 1979, was inspired by the film Casablanca.

The lyrics weave in the complexities of romantic relationships, and Sawada’s delicate yet passionate vocals enhance its appeal.

It caused a major stir in the music scene at the time, including reaching No.

1 on the TV program The Best Ten.

The performance—blending dandyism with chic—will deeply resonate with older listeners.

Why not enjoy it as a song of memories together with your family and friends?

Carrying YouKenji Sawada14rank/position

Kenji Sawada 'Carrying You' 1971

Kenji Sawada is a singer who captured the hearts of women in their 50s and 60s.

It wasn’t just women who were drawn to his cool charisma, either—many men in their 60s admired him as well.

Among his songs, the one I especially recommend is Kimi o Nosete.

Although Sawada has many tracks with a harder edge, this one is relatively easy to sing by his standards.

There’s a slightly high part near the end of the chorus, but otherwise the range is narrow and the rhythm is easy to follow, so consider adding it to your repertoire.