Karaoke Popular Song Rankings of Mariya Takeuchi [2025]

Door of LifeMariya Takeuchi8rank/position

Mariya Takeuchi – The Doors of Life (Official Music Video)

A song by Mariya Takeuchi released in 2007.

In the context of her overall career, it’s a mid-period work, so it might not be from the generation of women in their 50s, but it is extremely popular among fans.

Its appeal lies in lyrics whose depth becomes clearer with age, paired with a warm melody crafted to match.

The vocal range is slightly wide at mid1E to hiC#, but the pitch movement is gentle, making it a relatively easy song to sing overall.

There’s an English lyric section in the middle, so if you’re unsure about pronunciation, make sure to drill the linking beforehand.

Song of LifeMariya Takeuchi9rank/position

Mariya Takeuchi – Song of Life (Official Music Video)

A gem of a ballad woven by Mariya Takeuchi’s delicate and graceful voice.

With beautiful melodies and gentle piano phrases, it engraves in the heart the preciousness of life and the miracle of human encounters.

The melody that brings to mind bonds with loved ones and the warm, embracing vocals gently heal the listener’s heart.

Originally released in 2009 under the name Mana Kana as an insert song for the NHK morning drama series “Dandan,” it was later released in 2012 as a self-cover by Mariya Takeuchi.

It has also been cherished as the theme song for the NHK docudrama “Kaitakusha-tachi” (The Pioneers).

Loved as a piece that accompanies life’s important moments—such as weddings and graduations—it is a heartwarming song that makes you want to feel grateful for each irreplaceable day before you.

Tonight is a Hearty PartyMariya Takeuchi10rank/position

Mariya Takeuchi – Hearty Party Tonight

Speaking of Christmas, it’s all about parties! This song by Mariya Takeuchi fully captures that bubbling excitement.

Released in 1995, it became widely loved as the Christmas campaign commercial song for Kentucky Fried Chicken.

Set to a Eurobeat-style, danceable sound, it paints a picture of a glamorous party night and a romantic mood.

The fact that Takuya Kimura performed the spoken lines was also a hot topic at the time.

It’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for year-end karaoke parties!

Baby MineMariya Takeuchi11rank/position

Baby Mine – Mariya Takeuchi

Mariya Takeuchi sang the Japanese version of Baby Mine, the ending theme of the live-action film adaptation of Disney’s classic Dumbo.

Her soothing voice is a perfect fit for the movie.

The English version of the song is performed by Arcade Fire, a Canadian indie rock band.

Since the two versions have quite different vibes, be sure to listen and compare!

SEPTEMBERMariya Takeuchi12rank/position

Mariya Takeuchi – September [Live Version / 2000 @ Nippon Budokan]

It’s a perfect song for the wistful autumn season.

Mariya Takeuchi’s clear, translucent voice beautifully captures the shift from summer to fall and the end of a romance.

Released in 1979, the track stayed on the Oricon charts for an extended period.

It’s also included on the albums LOVE SONGS and VIVA MARIYA!!.

I recommend listening quietly by the window at autumn dusk.

Why not savor it while reminiscing about youthful love? It’s sure to be a song that resonates with your heart.

Cheer upMariya Takeuchi13rank/position

Cheer Up – Mariya Takeuchi

Mariya Takeuchi, known as an iconic figure from the golden era of city pop in the J-POP scene and still actively creating music today, is a singer-songwriter whose song “Genki wo Dashite” was originally written for Hiroko Yakushimaru.

Though later self-covered and released as her 17th single, it has become one of Takeuchi’s signature tracks.

Its lyrics gently comfort and encourage wounded hearts, offering solace—perhaps especially to men in their 40s who may often carry work-related stress.

With its relaxed tempo that makes it easy to sing, it’s a timeless classic that never loses its luster.

camouflageMariya Takeuchi14rank/position

Mariya Takeuchi – Camouflage (Official Music Video)

A masterpiece that depicts the aching heart of love, woven by Mariya Takeuchi’s vocals and lyrics.

It carefully traces the emotions from a relationship that’s more than friends but not quite lovers, to the courage to finally express one’s true feelings.

Released in November 1998, it became a hot topic as the theme song for the drama “Nemureru Mori” (Sleeping Forest).

This track highlights Takeuchi’s transparent voice and delicate expressiveness.

It’s perfect not only for those troubled by love, but also for those who keep feelings for someone special quietly in their hearts.

It’s a song that gently stays by your side when you want to face the true feelings within your heart.