Cool songs that will go over well at karaoke
Must-see for anyone who wants to wow friends or coworkers at karaoke with a cool song! In this article, we’ll introduce cool, crowd-pleasing tracks that work great at karaoke.
We’ve selected not only slick rock numbers but also ballads that really shine when you belt them out.
Sing the songs we’re about to introduce, and you might just have all eyes glued to you! Practice is key if you want to sound even cooler.
If you’ve got a bit of time before karaoke day, try practicing a little and show off your awesome vocals when the day comes!
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Cool songs that will be a hit at karaoke (71–80)
ROSIERLUNA SEA
It’s one of LUNA SEA’s standout mid-period songs.
Personally, I feel like many people who pick late-90s band tracks at karaoke often choose this one.
In that sense, it’s probably one of those songs that’s easy to sing and easy to get the crowd going.
I especially like J’s rapid-fire spoken line in the instrumental break.
TriangleSMAP
This is a song created around the themes of war and hunger.
Back then, I was in elementary school and didn’t really understand it, but now that I’m an adult, I’ve finally begun to face the realities of war and poverty.
Even if I can’t do anything, if I sing this song, I believe that one day our prayers will surely reach someone.
DAHLIAX JAPAN
As one of X JAPAN’s signature songs, this piece captures fans’ hearts and never lets go.
Its appeal lies in its energetic sound and the poignant lyrics that portray lingering feelings for lost love and the pain of the heart.
Showcasing YOSHIKI’s brilliance, it seamlessly fuses high-speed, powerful performance with melodic, emotional expression.
Released in November 1996, it also drew attention as a lead single from the album of the same name.
It’s a live favorite and holds special meaning for fans.
If you sing it at karaoke, powerful vocals and expressive emotion are key—practice well and captivate everyone around you!
Cool songs that will be a hit at karaoke (81–90)
loveHoshino Gen
In the winter of 2016, everyone went wild, was captivated, and got hooked on the smash-hit drama “We Married as a Job! (Nigeru wa Haji da ga Yaku ni Tatsu),” featuring Gen Hoshino’s song “Koi,” which he wrote and composed.
The charm of this track lies not only in its catchy melody and lyrics, but also in the choreography of the much-talked-about “Koi Dance,” doesn’t it?
Wonderful EverydayTakahashi Yuu
As always, everyday happiness is probably scattered all around us—we just don’t notice it.
Yū Takahashi’s slightly husky, powerful voice makes this a song that gives you a push forward.
I want to feel the happiness of simply being alive, even in small things, and live with gratitude.
LiarONE OK ROCK
The 2010 release, “Liar.” Since it’s an early work, the vocal lines aren’t as complex as they are now, but this piece does require a certain level of technique.
The chorus in particular features repeated highest notes at hi C#.
In addition, the contrast from the pre-chorus is quite stark, and the chorus as a whole calls for shouting, so you’ll need to be reasonably familiar with rock-style singing.
For female singers, the shouting itself can be a hurdle, so consider referencing the shouting approach of rock singer Lzzy Hale.
Mighty Long FallONE OK ROCK
Mighty Long Fall by ONE OK ROCK, which drew attention as the theme song for the film Rurouni Kenshin: Kyoto Inferno.
Although the English lyrics are striking, the song is surprisingly arranged with a singable vocal line.
The range is fairly wide, from mid1F# to hiC#, but since the highest note is hiC# in both falsetto and chest voice, it’s easy to adjust the key by using that as a reference point.
There are many shouts and the pitch movement is quite dynamic, but as long as you have a solid grasp of your own vocal range, it’s not an overly difficult song—so consider adding it to your repertoire.