Karaoke Songs That Get the Crowd Going: Popular Artist Rankings [2025]

Love so sweetstorm92rank/position

ARASHI – Love so sweet [Official Music Video]

Released on February 21, 2007 as Arashi’s 18th single, this song gained wide attention as the theme for the drama “Hana Yori Dango 2.” Its lyrics gently express feelings for a loved one, paired with a moving melody, making it perfect for karaoke at wedding after-parties.

It sold over 200,000 copies in its first week and ranked fourth on the annual sales chart, capturing the hearts of many.

The lyrics, which evoke memories with a cherished person and hope for the future, will surely resonate with everyone present, not just the bride and groom.

Aim to be a Pokémon MasterRika Matsumoto93rank/position

Aim to be a Pokémon Master

A heart-pounding song filled with passion for dreams and adventure, highlighted by Rica Matsumoto’s powerful vocals.

It delivers a youthful, positive message, singing of the courage to face hardship and the bonds with friends—perfect for boosting excitement at school sports days and athletic festivals.

Released as a single in June 1997, it was used as the opening theme for a TV anime.

It won the Work Award at the Heisei Anisong Grand Prize and garnered widespread support, reaching as high as No.

7 on the Oricon charts.

Even when practice time is limited for a sports-day cheer song, its simple, easy-to-remember melody and lyrics mean the whole class can start singing it right away.

240 Million Eyes - Exotic JapanHiromi Go94rank/position

Hiromi Go – 240 Million Eyes -Exotic Japan- / THE FIRST TAKE

Hiromi Go’s classic “240 Million Eyes – Exotic Japan,” which frequently appears on variety shows and the like, was an exceptionally original piece for its time.

Its arrangement features a song structure that hints at kayōkyoku within J-pop.

Partly due to those kayōkyoku elements, the song is confined to a fairly narrow range of mid1D to mid2F.

Regardless of gender, it should be singable without issue if you choose an appropriate key.

Like on that certain TV show, performing it with parody lyrics can make it even more exciting, so keep that in mind as you check it out.

Crimson Bow and ArrowLinked Horizon95rank/position

Attack on Titan - Guren no Yumiya (Full)

This is a song by the music unit Linked Horizon, led by sound creator Revo.

Linked Horizon is an alternate name used by Sound Horizon for tie-in songs, and they were selected to perform the opening theme for the anime Attack on Titan.

The piece features various developments that feel like it’s expressing a story through music, and it also incorporates the tense worldview of Attack on Titan, which is a key point.

In singing, conveying the worldview is essential—it’s important to infuse the performance with the strength to face adversity and a sense of determination.

Since the song unfolds almost like multiple pieces in one, it may be best to listen closely and get thoroughly familiar with it.

There are also parts where you rally those around you to shout powerfully together, so keep that in mind and really build up the energy there.

Theme of Eccentric Boy BowieEccentric Boy Bowie All-Stars96rank/position

Theme of Eccentric Boy Bowie

Let me introduce a surefire crowd-pleaser that will have everyone laughing: “Theme of Eccentric Shonen Bowie.” This song was used on the variety show Downtown no Gottsu Ee Kanji.

The lyrics were written by Hitoshi Matsumoto, and the vocals were performed by the unit Eccentric Shonen Bowie All Stars, which includes Masatoshi Hamada.

It’s a lively track with plenty of comedic moments, making it perfect for warming up the crowd.

Another feature of this song is its relatively low key, which makes it easy to sing.

School HeavenFinger Five97rank/position

Gakuen Tengoku

This song brings back the excitement of our school days.

Known as one of Finger 5’s signature tracks, it was released in March 1974.

It depicts the competition for the seat next to the class beauty, set to a breezy melody.

Its bright tone really gets you in the groove.

Since people across generations know it, adding it to your playlist is a safe bet.

If everyone sings and dances together, it’s sure to become a fun memory.

HOT LIMITT.M.Revolution98rank/position

T.M.Revolution 『HOT LIMIT』

T.

M.

Revolution is the solo project of Takanori Nishikawa, who is widely active not only in music but also as an actor and entrepreneur.

The eighth single, HOT LIMIT, which features numerous tie-ins, has become synonymous with T.

M.

Revolution, aided by the impact of its music video.

Men in their 30s who likely experienced its shock in real time might feel compelled to sing it at karaoke.

Known for its high-tone, powerful vocals, it’s an upbeat track that begs to be performed with high energy in a karaoke setting.