Karaoke Ranking of Popular Hikaru Utada Songs [2025]

Gold ~Until We Meet Again~Hikaru Utada15rank/position

Hikaru Utada “Gold ~Until the Day We Meet Again~” Music Video

Hikaru Utada is a female singer-songwriter who has remained at the forefront from the late 1990s to the present.

Her song “Gold ~Mata Au Hi Made~” is her new track currently enlivening the mainstream.

It starts at a slow tempo, then picks up speed in the middle, raising the energy level as it goes.

Aside from the mid-song change in feel, there aren’t any particularly difficult parts, and it can be sung without advanced techniques like melisma or falls.

The vocal range is on the narrower side, making it an easy song to sing even for those who aren’t confident in their voice.

Prisoner Of LoveHikaru Utada16rank/position

Utada Hikaru – Prisoner of Love

This song is Hikaru Utada’s 21st single, released first digitally in March 2008 and then on CD in May of the same year.

The quiet section at the beginning might be tricky to sing in a so-called Western style like Utada herself, but try not to be overly fixated on the original and just give it a go.

The key to singing this song well is to switch appropriately between mixed voice and falsetto.

Mastering this cool track will be incredibly rewarding, so definitely try for a high score!

Can You Keep A Secret?Hikaru Utada17rank/position

Hikaru Utada – Can You Keep A Secret?

The classic drama “HERO” that set so many hearts racing—its theme song, a million-selling track that came to symbolize the early 2000s music scene, was created by Hikaru Utada.

Masterfully capturing the thrill of “sharing a secret you can’t tell anyone,” the song was released in February 2001 as her seventh single and topped the Oricon annual singles chart that same year.

Rooted in R&B yet boasting an irresistibly catchy melody that anyone can hum—pure Utada.

It’s also included on the album “Distance.” Many people surely remember it alongside those iconic scenes from the drama.

Sing it at karaoke and the excitement of that era will come rushing back—guaranteed to bring the house down across generations!

A midsummer passing showerHikaru Utada18rank/position

Hikaru Utada – Midsummer Shower

The fifth digital-only single, “Manatsu no Tooriame” (Midsummer Showers), was chosen as the theme song for the news program NEWS ZERO.

Its clear ensemble, featuring piano and strings, soothes the heart along with its delicate vocals.

While the melody spans a wide range with frequent leaps, the understated singing style makes pitch control easier, so it’s a relatively approachable song to try.

Since a series of high notes appears in the middle section, if the key doesn’t suit you, try adjusting your device’s settings and give it a sing.

When Someone's Wish Comes TrueHikaru Utada19rank/position

Hikaru Utada – When Someone's Wish Comes True

The 13th single “Dareka no Negai ga Kanau Koro,” used as the theme song for the film CASSHERN.

Unusually for a Hikaru Utada track, the lyrics were written first, and the simple, piano-centered ensemble makes for a comfortable listen.

The song spans a wide vocal range and features continuous high falsetto passages, which makes it challenging, but the relaxed tempo and restrained singing style mean it’s easier to handle if you pace your breathing and delivery.

Because it’s a piece that demands expressiveness more than technique, those confident in their singing should definitely give it a try.

SAKURA DropsHikaru Utada20rank/position

Hikaru Utada – SAKURA Drops

The 11th single by Hikaru Utada, which drew attention as the theme song for the TV drama “First Love.” Released in May 2002, this track paints a poignant yet beautiful story by overlaying the end of a romance with the image of falling cherry blossoms.

It is a gem of a ballad that expresses the pain of heartbreak and the mysterious repetition of love through delicate vocals and an R&B-infused melody.

A song that seeps into the heart, it continues to soothe many listeners, especially in the season when the arrival of spring can be felt.

TimeHikaru Utada21rank/position

Hikaru Utada “Time”

A digital-only single by Hikaru Utada, released in May 2020.

It was newly written as the theme song for the NTV Sunday drama “Gourmet Detective Goro Akechi.” To sing contemporary R&B like Hikaru Utada, mastering mixed voice is essential.

For many people, the first voice that comes to mind when they hear “mixed voice” is Utada’s.

This song, too, is a perfect example of R&B mixed voice, showcasing superb vocals.

It’s packed with the charm of soft singing delivered with a falsetto-leaning mix and gentle high tones, making it an ideal and highly rewarding piece to practice for mastering mixed voice.