Karaoke That Gets Everyone Pumped: Latest Rankings [2025]

I'm going to Tokyo.Ikuzo Yoshi22rank/position

I'm going to Tokyo.

Enka singer Ichi Ikuzō, known for his wide-ranging musicality from comic songs to songs in a female voice and heart-wrenching ballads.

Unusual for an enka singer, he also has the side of a singer-songwriter, and his original songs, for which he writes both lyrics and music, are full of creativity and have remained beloved across generations.

Speaking of Ikuzō Yoshii’s masterpieces, it has to be “Ora Tokyo sa Iguda,” doesn’t it? While it has elements typical of enka, it features many spoken-style parts, so the overall difficulty is on the lower side.

As a comic song, it really gets the crowd going, so be sure to add it to your repertoire.

Effeminate; overly sentimental; being clingy/whiny (context-dependent)Golden Bomber23rank/position

Golden Bomber “Memeshikute” Music Video

A dynamic track by Golden Bomber that expresses the ache and regret of heartbreak set to a catchy, kayōkyoku-style melody.

While retaining elements of visual kei, the song—shaped by influences from 1970s kayōkyoku and Eurobeat—comically portrays a man’s lingering attachment.

Released as a single in October 2009, it was also featured in a commercial tie-in for House Foods’ “Megashaki.” The group performed at NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen for four consecutive years from 2012 to 2015, and the song topped the Oricon Weekly Karaoke Rankings for 51 straight weeks.

It’s a tune that lifts your spirits with refreshing energy and humor, making your body move almost involuntarily when you’re feeling down or need a change of pace.

RPGSEKAI NO OWARI24rank/position

SEKAI NO OWARI「RPG」

SEKAI NO OWARI’s classic song “RPG.” This work, which could be called the culmination of the band’s fantastical musical style from their early days, is something anyone born in the Heisei era has probably heard at least once.

Surprisingly, the song’s vocal range is quite narrow, spanning from mid1 C# to hi A.

Since the frequently used notes are also on the lower side, even men with lower voices can sing it without issue if they drop the key.

If you want to boost the quality, try mixing in breaths like Fukase does—doing so will really liven things up at karaoke.

frecklesJUDY AND MARY25rank/position

Freckles – JUDY AND MARY (Full)

Known as one of JUDY AND MARY’s signature songs, this track was released in February 1996.

It was also used as the theme song for the anime Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Swordsman Romantic Story.

YUKI’s clear, soaring vocals and the catchy melody make a strong impression.

While depicting the complex feelings after a heartbreak, the lyrics still convey a positive outlook, which is part of their appeal.

It’s sure to be a hit at year-end and New Year parties’ karaoke! With a tempo that’s easy for all age groups to enjoy, it should be an easy pick for company gatherings as well.

Let’s all sing it out with energy and brighten the start of the new year!

Yes, with pleasure.Kent on this side26rank/position

Sure thing / Kocchino Kento MV

Elementary school students often use devices with various restrictions, but isn’t it likely that most of them still use TikTok regularly? With that in mind, I recommend “Hai Yorokonde.” The chorus features an octave-up harmony, so the overall vocal range is fairly wide, but if you sing an octave lower, even elementary schoolers—whose voices can be unstable—should be able to handle it.

The flow is a bit complex, but its recognition and popularity are top-notch, so definitely consider adding it to your repertoire.

Heart Dancingnobobyknows̟+27rank/position

nobodyknows+ “Kokoro Odoru” OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO

This is a song that lets you fully feel the wonderful power of music.

The heartfelt emotions put in by nobodyknows+ are expressed through a powerful beat and a melody line that resonates deeply.

The lyrics, carried by an up-tempo rhythm, vividly depict how people’s hearts dance through music and how bonds with friends grow stronger.

Released in May 2004, the song was chosen as the ending theme for the anime SD Gundam Force.

It is included on the album Do You Know? and was also performed at NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen in December of the same year.

It’s the perfect track when you want to steer your feelings in a positive direction or make time with your close friends shine even brighter.

The magical power of music will surely wrap your heart in gentle warmth.

Yi-Er Fan ClubMikito-P28rank/position

Mikito-P “Yi-er Fan Club” MV

This is a song called “Ii Aru Fanclub,” sung by GUMI and Kagamine Rin.

It was released in 2012 by Mikito-P, who is well known for representative tracks like “Roki.” The funky bassline and aggressive, rhythmic guitar give it a cool, band-oriented sound! It’s included on the album “Vocalo Danshi Vocalo Joshi.” The key is easy to sing, so it’s a great pick for karaoke!