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 kill at karaoke (101–110)
CinderellaTomei
We’re in an era where talented musicians born in the 2000s are leading the scene, and TOMEI—born in 2003 and discovered by director Makoto Shinkai and RADWIMPS—is certainly one of them.
The song we’re introducing here, “Haikaburi,” is her debut track, produced by RADWIMPS’ Yojiro Noda and released in July 2023.
Written and composed by TOMEI herself, it fully showcases her gifts as a singer-songwriter.
“Haikaburi” carries a dark pop vibe reminiscent of Billie Eilish, and its word choice stands out, resulting in a track that highlights her individuality.
Once you grasp the song’s atmosphere and get past the recurring falsetto parts, even those who aren’t completely confident in their vocal skills should be able to sing it well.
The chorus is surprisingly easy to sing, too, so I’d encourage anyone looking to try a song with a different feel than usual to give it a shot.
bergamotTomonari Sora
Sora Tomonari is a singer-songwriter who enjoys overwhelming popularity among young people.
His voice is characterized by a low register with a hint of youthfulness, and his downbeat musical style has produced many hit songs to date.
Among his tracks, the one I especially recommend is Bergamot.
With a groove-driven, stylish vocal line, the song’s range is set quite narrowly.
Depending on your vocal range, it may be a song that’s easy to sing an octave higher.
Negotiationyouen kingyo
With their ultra-unique name, the alluring goldfish is a standout unit formed in 2020 by a dancer and a DJ/artist duo.
Their track “Negotiation” was digitally released in November 2024, and after the music video dropped in April 2025, it’s been drawing renewed attention.
Over a groove that blends the tension and soulful vibe of a ’90s hip-hop-style track, they rap candidly about their values with an ennui-tinged allure, and the catchy, earworm chorus makes it a true banger.
Hip-hop can feel daunting, but in this song their rap leans close to melody, so once you get the hang of it, you should be able to recreate it just fine at karaoke.
Definitely try it as a duo with a friend!
Moechakka FireIssei
A track by Issei that weaves synth sounds with an addictive melody, themed around a cool, detached maid-outfit character.
Released as a character song for the game Zenless Zone Zero, unveiled in July 2024, the piece channels modern people’s craving for approval and their sense of alienation from society, all over a bold, driving beat.
Its alluring low-register vocals—seemingly detached from the music video’s character—leave a strong impression.
How about belting it out at karaoke to express a different side of yourself?
MermaidYuka
In 2024, singer-songwriter Yuka—who is active globally beyond Japan, including a performance at the renowned American music festival SXSW Music Festival 2024—continues to expand her reach.
Having spent part of her childhood abroad and being bilingual, she creates music that effortlessly transcends the boundaries between Western and Japanese pop.
The song featured here, “Mermaid,” is exactly that kind of track.
Its minimal production, languid, wistful melody line, and distinctive word choices set it apart from typical J-pop.
If you can sing a song like this smoothly at karaoke, there’s no doubt people will think you’re good.
Because the song unfolds without major shifts, be sure to listen closely to the original and practice so you can add variation with your vocals and avoid sounding too monotonous.
Cool songs that will be a hit at karaoke (111–120)
BOW AND ARROWYonezu Kenshi
Kenshi Yonezu’s song “BOW AND ARROW,” whose music video featuring Yuzuru Hanyu drew huge attention, also serves as the opening theme for the TV anime Medalist.
The drum’n’bass-inspired track, which creates a sleek, skating-like sense of speed, feels very contemporary, and Yonezu’s superb songwriting really stands out.
The melody line makes full use of Yonezu’s high vocals, spans a wide range, and features large interval jumps, making it fairly challenging.
On top of that, listeners unfamiliar with this kind of track may find the rhythm tricky to grasp.
Start by listening to the song repeatedly, and once you understand how the rhythm, melody, and lyrics are structured, give practicing a try.
Hometown of TearsBUMP OF CHICKEN
After seeing Hiro form a band and sing with his friends in the drama version of Koizora, I started a band with my friends too.
I was in my third year of junior high at the time, and my bandmates were boys from a different school.
We’re walking separate paths now, but I will never forget the memories I made with them.