[20s] Karaoke Crowd-Pleasers Ranking [2025]

dandelionBUMP OF CHICKEN50rank/position

[BUMP OF CHICKEN] Rilakkuma Tries Playing “Dandelion” [Guitar]

This is a memorable piece I performed at our club’s farewell concert back in college.

The song is upbeat, and when the music video plays, it really conveys the world of the song and makes it easier to get excited.

Personally, I love the movement of the bass in this track.

seesaw gameMr.Children51rank/position

Mr.Children “Seesaw Game ~A Brave Love Song~” MUSIC VIDEO

This is a memorable song I performed at our club’s farewell concert back in college.

The chorus lends itself well to call-and-response and makes it easy to get the crowd excited.

Although the song was released in 1995, Ayaka covered it in 2013, so it’s well-known among people in their twenties.

Fortune Cookie in LoveAKB4852rank/position

[MV full] Koi Suru Fortune Cookie / AKB48 [Official]

When it comes to hype songs, you can’t leave this one out! It’s loved by a wide range of people from kids to adults and is a huge hit at karaoke.

With its bright, positive lyrics and catchy melody, it has the charm of lifting your spirits just by listening.

Released in August 2013, the song became a million-seller.

It also made waves by being used as the departure melody at Tokyo Metro’s Hibiya Line Akihabara Station.

For people in their 20s, it might be a song that brings back memories of their youth.

It’s highly recommended for times when you want to get everyone excited, like gatherings with friends or parties!

KanadeSukima Switch53rank/position

Sukima Switch – “Kanade” Music Video : SUKIMASWITCH / KANADE Music Video

Speaking of Sukima Switch at karaoke, for many people it probably comes down to two staple hits: the upbeat “Zenryoku Shonen” or the mellow “Kanade.” In situations where safe, crowd-pleasing choices are preferred—like a wedding after-party with lots of first-time acquaintances or a group date—these songs really come in handy.

Interestingly, this song tends to land perfectly when sung by men with a slightly nasal tone.

If that’s something you’re self-conscious about, try practicing it—you might make an unexpected discovery.

Yes, with pleasure.Kent on this side54rank/position

Sure thing / Kocchino Kento MV

This song is characterized by heartrending lyrics that bring tears and a melody that resonates deeply.

The lyrics, spun from Kent-san’s own experiences, express the inner cries of young people living in today’s world.

It carries a message about the importance of asking for help, making it a track that stays close to the listener’s heart.

Released in May 2024, the song became a major topic on social media, gaining strong support among younger generations, with a dance trend going viral on TikTok.

It’s recommended for those struggling with worries or unable to reach out to others for help.

R.Y.U.S.E.ISandaime J Soul Brothers from EXILE TRIBE55rank/position

Sandaime J SOUL BROTHERS from EXILE TRIBE / “R.Y.U.S.E.I.” Music Video

As a junior group of EXILE, they’re very popular with girls.

Their signature song, R.

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, is now so popular among young people of all genders that there’s hardly anyone who hasn’t heard it.

If you can nail the high-pitched chorus, I think you’ll be very popular with the ladies.

Senbonzakurakuro usagi P56rank/position

"MV" Senbonzakura WhiteFlame feat. Hatsune Miku

This work, notable for its Japanese-style rock sound and a world that evokes the Taisho Romantic era, is a signature VOCALOID piece by KuroUsa-P.

Set in a time when Western and Japanese cultures fused, it skillfully depicts the contrast between technological progress and tradition, as well as the struggles people faced amid rapid social change.

Released in September 2011, the song was included on the album “1st Anniversary Album ALL THAT Senbonzakura!!,” and numerous arranged versions were produced.

In 2015, Wagakki Band’s cover was broadcast on television, and that same year Sachiko Kobayashi performed it in a special segment on NHK’s Kouhaku Uta Gassen.

With its driving melody and incorporation of traditional Japanese elements, the song continues to be cherished—especially by younger audiences—as a piece that resonates with nostalgic memories.