Karaoke Ranking of Popular Hikaru Utada Songs [2025]

Too ProudHikaru Utada29rank/position

Utada Hikaru – Too Proud (Remix) feat. Yo-Sea

This is a track where you can fully enjoy Hikaru Utada’s dance music.

Included on the album “Hatsukoi,” released in June 2018, it’s a rhythmic song influenced by trap music.

The lyrics depict the lull in marriages or relationships and the avoidance of physical closeness, delicately expressing changes in the relationship and emotional distance.

Its appeal also lies in the interplay of distinctive rhythms and melodies, showcasing a new challenge for Utada.

Rhythmic and dance-friendly, the track is used by many dancers.

If you’re looking for a song to choreograph in your own style, this one is highly recommended.

Another ChanceHikaru Utada30rank/position

Hikaru Utada - Another Chance

The classic “Another Chance” stands out for its groove.

Evoking early ’90s R&B, the track carries an overall smooth, mature vibe.

While the vocals themselves aren’t technically difficult, its steadfast Black music–style progressions make the rhythm side a bit challenging—accents on the off-beats and such.

Listening to R&B and soul can help you get used to that kind of phrasing.

Because the vocal line sits within a narrow range, the song doesn’t demand a particular innate vocal timbre, so overall it’s relatively easy to sing.

If you find the ad-lib sections impossible to pull off, don’t hesitate to try an arrangement that differs from the original.

BAD modeHikaru Utada31rank/position

Hikaru Utada “BAD Mode”

This is the title track of Hikaru Utada’s album, released digitally in January 2022, about three years after her previous work.

Utada has been known for her exceptional talent since her debut, and her expressive vocal artistry shines in this song as well.

You can enjoy her voice, which has become even more refined and mature.

The song’s tempo and rhythm are very light and upbeat, so when you sing it at karaoke, be careful not to push too hard—aim for a light, resonant tone.

You’ll definitely catch people’s attention.

A good tip for achieving a beautiful sound is to place the voice as if it’s hitting the upper palate.

Give it a try!

Deep RiverHikaru Utada32rank/position

Hikaru Utada – Deep River

Debuting at the young age of 15, Hikaru Utada has continued to influence not only Japan but the global music scene with her charisma and musicality.

“Deep River” is the title track included on Utada’s third album, DEEP RIVER.

It is said to have been created with inspiration from Shusaku Endo’s novel Deep River.

The album as a whole has a darker tone compared to Utada’s other works, and “Deep River” is memorable for its lyrics that evoke life and death—a song we especially want people to hear now, in a world where wars still persist.

Why not try singing it when you want to deliver something gentle and heartfelt?

For YouHikaru Utada33rank/position

Hikaru Utada – For You

For You, released in 2000 as a double A-side single with Time Limit, is a mid-tempo track infused with strong R&B elements.

It powerfully conveys complex emotions—like reexamining oneself through connections with others—set against a driving R&B rhythm.

While showcasing Hikaru Utada’s vocal prowess, the melody feels simple, making it relatively easy to sing once you lock into the groove.

Cherish the emotions embedded in the lyrics, feel the rhythm, and sing out with confidence.

Goodbye HappinessHikaru Utada34rank/position

Hikaru Utada – Goodbye Happiness

The song “Goodbye Happiness,” released as a pre-release digital single from the compilation album Utada Hikaru SINGLE COLLECTION VOL.

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Chosen as a commercial song for RecoChoku, it features a pop ensemble and a lively beat that really lifts your spirits.

While the melody moves up and down quite a bit, the overall range isn’t that wide, so it’s easy to sing if you set it to a key that suits you.

It’s a pop tune that feels both bright and tinged with melancholy—perfect for getting the crowd going at karaoke.

HEART STATIONHikaru Utada35rank/position

Hikaru Utada – HEART STATION

Utada Hikaru’s classic “HEART STATION” fuses R&B grooves with J-pop catchiness.

While the track is unmistakably R&B, the vocal lines feature many J-pop elements with frequently catchy phrases.

However, the chorus contains many high notes, so those who struggle with higher registers might find it challenging.

If that’s you, try lowering the key by two steps.

Since the song has few low-note sections, dropping the key significantly won’t make the low parts hard to sing.

Give it a try!