Karaoke Popularity Rankings by Generation [2025] [Elementary School Students]

Unrequited loveAimer92rank/position

Aimer “Kataomoi” MUSIC VIDEO (FULL ver.)

This is a love song that expresses a vow of eternal love, highlighted by Aimer’s crystalline, transparent vocals.

It portrays a depth of affection that never fades with time, leaving a warm afterglow in the listener’s heart.

The track is included on the album “daydream,” with lyrics and composition by Takahito Uchisawa of androp.

It was selected as the opening theme for TBS’s “CDTV” starting in October 2016, earning support from a wide range of age groups.

The song also drew attention with Aimer’s appearance on YouTube’s “THE FIRST TAKE” in January 2022.

With its simple, easy-to-remember melody and relaxed tempo, it’s a song that’s easy to sing at karaoke.

It’s also well-suited for wedding performances, making it perfect for singing with heartfelt emotions for someone special.

Futari SaisonKeyakizaka4693rank/position

Keyakizaka46 “Futari Saison”

This song portrays the fleeting nature of love and personal growth through the changing seasons.

Paired with choreography that incorporates classical ballet and contemporary dance, it symbolizes both the unity of youth and individual development.

Released in November 2016, the track generated a major response, selling over 350,000 copies on its first day and debuting at No.

1 on the Oricon Daily CD Single Ranking.

It’s a piece packed with the charm of Keyakizaka46, so when you sing it at karaoke, why not feel the passage of the seasons and recall the brilliance of youth? It’s a refreshing, heartfelt song that the whole family can enjoy—and one that lets you deliver a moving vocal performance.

weedHIKAKIN & SEIKIN94rank/position

Weeds / HIKAKIN & SEIKIN

“Weeds,” by the YouTubers HIKAKIN & SEIKIN—hugely popular among elementary school students and also performed at the year-end Music Station Super Live—is an EDM-style track with a very catchy melody that makes it easy for anyone to sing.

At any timeNoriyuki Makihara95rank/position

[Official] Noriyuki Makihara “No Matter What” (Music Video) [3rd Single] (1991) Noriyuki Makihara/donnatokimo [No. 1]

Noriyuki Makihara is a singer-songwriter known for his gentle melodies and lyrics that resonate with the heart.

“Donna Toki mo,” released in 1991, is a timeless classic loved by many and has been used in films, commercials, and as a tie-in for baseball tournaments.

The song conveys a message of strength and positivity, encouraging people not to give up even when facing everyday worries and anxieties.

It’s not difficult for children to sing this song at karaoke.

In fact, Makihara’s music contains messages that young listeners can relate to and find empowering.

This song is especially recommended for singing with friends and family; singing it together can deepen feelings of unity and emotional connection.

To the futureKiroro96rank/position

To the Future – Kiroro (Full)

As a classic artist for graduation ceremonies, Kiroro is a beloved favorite among younger generations.

This moving masterpiece, which sings of hopes for the future and gratitude to those around us, is cherished by many.

For many people, when it comes to songs of encouragement, Kiroro is the go-to.

Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN97rank/position

UNISON SQUARE GARDEN “Sugar Song and Bitter Step” Live Music Video

If you like anime songs, everyone knows “Sugar Song and Bitter Step.” It’s a challenging song because the pitch is high starting from the first verse, but a middle schooler with a high voice might be able to sing it.

The song has an overall sense of speed, so be sure to keep a steady rhythm while you sing.

Here we go! Phantom Thief GirlMomoiro Clover Z98rank/position

[Momoclo MV] Go for it! Phantom Thief Girl / Momoiro Clover Z (MOMOIRO CLOVER / IKUZE! KAITOU SHOUJO)

If you break into a full-throttle dance with big, high kicks, your party is guaranteed to heat up! This is the major-label debut single by Momoiro Clover Z.

Even just changing the members’ names in the intro to your own will probably get the crowd laughing.

Imitating their youthful, explosive performance can be pretty tough physically.

But the harder you go all-out, the more the party will peak.

Released in May 2010, the song gradually gained popularity and has remained beloved, even being used as walk-up music by pro baseball players.

Aim for a polished routine and give it some practice!