Karaoke Popularity Rankings by Generation for People in Their 20s [2025]

PretenderOfficial HIGE DANDism15rank/position

Official HIGE DANDism – Pretender [Official Video]

Songs that depict aching love and complex emotions resonate deeply with listeners.

Known as one of Official HIGE DANDism’s signature works, this track was released in May 2019 and was also used as the theme song for the film The Confidence Man JP.

With its memorable piano melody, the song skillfully conveys the struggles of romance and feelings of self-denial.

Sing it at karaoke and it’s sure to capture women’s hearts.

It’s the perfect track for men in their twenties who are troubled by love, or for anyone who finds it hard to express their true feelings.

Ms. Hanako on a high pedestalback number16rank/position

back number – Takane no Hanako-san (full)

This timeless song about aching love shines in karaoke.

One of back number’s signature tracks, it delicately conveys the complex feelings of a man with an unrequited crush.

Many will relate to the protagonist, who can’t find the courage to speak up in front of the woman he admires.

Released in June 2013 and included on the album “Love Story,” it has remained beloved over the years.

In 2019, it was also featured in a Kirin Beer commercial.

It’s a perfect song for men in their twenties wrestling with love.

Sing it at karaoke, and you might showcase your delicate sensibility.

crescent moonAyaka17rank/position

Ayaka – Crescent Moon

As autumn comes around, I imagine many people feel like singing Mikazuki.

Released in 2006, it’s one of Ayaka’s signature love ballads.

The lyrics, centered on a long-distance relationship, overflow with a poignant loneliness that makes you yearn for someone.

Back then it was all about cell phones, but now with smartphones, even when you’re far apart, the distance can feel smaller—and sometimes the opposite is true.

When you can’t say things clearly face-to-face, this is a song that lets you pour your feelings into it.

I find women singing ballads incredibly captivating.

GO!!!FLOW18rank/position

FLOW 'GO!!! ~15th Anniversary ver.~' (Music Video Full Ver. with Commentary)

If you’re in your twenties, there’s a good chance you listened to this song back in your school days.

Released in 2004, it was used as a theme song for the anime Naruto.

Since many people, regardless of gender, watched Naruto at the time, hearing this track is sure to bring back memories for a lot of listeners.

With its intense, upbeat, nu-metal/mixture rock vibe, this is the perfect song to play when you want to hype things up!

Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO19rank/position

SHISHAMO “Tomorrow Too”

SHISHAMO’s hit song “Ashita mo.” The key change in the chorus feels incredibly satisfying, and thanks to its exhilarating vibe, this J-rock number gained popularity nationwide.

The vocal range is standard, spanning mid1F# to hiC.

The highest note, hiC, appears frequently in the chorus, so it’s a song that requires a bit of stamina.

If it feels tough, try lowering the key.

If the lowest notes are hard to hit, you can alternatively shift them up to around mid1G#.

It’s a track that’s sure to hype up any J-rock fan, so definitely consider adding it to your repertoire.

LemonKenshi Yonezu20rank/position

Kenshi Yonezu – Lemon

A song that lets you present a cool, composed vibe is “Lemon.” Released in 2018 by singer-songwriter Kenshi Yonezu—who is also active as the Vocaloid producer Hachi—it was used as the theme song for the TV drama “Unnatural.” Its orthodox melody line set to a mid-tempo groove is truly moving.

Pay attention as well to his stylish, slightly ennui-tinged vocals.

It’s the perfect ballad for those who want to show a more mature side to women.

With its genre-defying appeal, it’s also a great pick to try at karaoke with a group.

Wherever you areONE OK ROCK21rank/position

Wherever you are

A bittersweet love ballad by ONE OK ROCK that resonates deep in the heart.

Since it was included on the album “Niche Syndrome” in June 2010, it has captured countless hearts.

The lyric “No matter where you are, I’ll make you smile” is especially striking.

It carries a proposal-like vow of eternal love.

After being featured in a NTT Docomo commercial in 2016, it became hugely popular at weddings.

If you sing it on a karaoke date, it’s sure to move her heart.

You might need some practice, but it’s definitely worth the challenge.

Sing it as a song to convey your deep love!