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[Karaoke] Duet songs for men and women. A roundup of popular and classic tracks.
Do you ever do duets at karaoke? Singing with someone lets you enjoy harmonies and call-and-response parts, which really gets the energy going! But when it’s time to pick a song, do you ever struggle to come up with a duet right away, or have trouble finding something you can both sing? If you’ve decided to do a duet, you want the song selection to go smoothly, right? In this article, we’ll introduce classic duet staples as well as popular new releases! We’ve grouped the songs by genre, so try finding ones that match both of your moods!
Popular and classic duet songs (1–10)
Song of PointillismMrs. GREEN APPLE feat. Inoue Sonoko
This is a collaborative song by the rock band Mrs.
GREEN APPLE and singer-songwriter Sonoko Inoue, chosen as the theme song for the film “Aonatsu: 30 Days With You,” starring Hayato Sano and Wakana Aoi.
The poignant lyrics, which tie in with the film’s portrayal of a love limited to summer, match beautifully with the clear, fragile vocals.
If you’ve experienced a painful breakup or are in a long-distance relationship, you’ll likely resonate deeply with the song’s world.
Be mindful of how the male and female voices delicately intertwine, and sing it with a tender, bittersweet tone.
fireworks (launched into the sky)DAOKO × Yonezu Kenshi
Released in 2017 and later becoming a summer staple, this song is a perfect duet for the end of the season.
It begins with DAOKO’s clear, translucent vocals in the first verse and transitions beautifully into a grand chorus where Kenshi Yonezu’s voice joins in.
The intricate back-and-forth between male and female parts is also delightful, making it a must-know track that’s sure to be a hit at karaoke.
Love ForeverKatō Miriya × Shimizu Shōta
Love Forever is the ultimate collaboration track by Miliyah Kato and Shota Shimizu! Don’t you feel filled with happiness when you hear their gentle, soft voices? The lyrics are heartbreaking, about losing someone important, but it’s a duet you can listen to over and over without getting tired of.
It’s great for a male-female duo of course, but also recommended for two girls to sing together! The back-and-forth between the two and their pleasant harmonies are the highlights, so try singing with those parts in mind.
Open the doorKanda Sayaka / Tsuda Eisuke
“Love Is an Open Door,” which was used as an insert song in the film Frozen, portrays the relationship between Anna and Prince Hans, expressing the happiness and joy of meeting someone you love.
Because the song unfolds in a musical-theater style, it seems fun to master the subtle expressions and movements and perform it as a duet.
Ride the brisk rhythm and deliver a clear, energetic, and bright vocal.
It’s a heartwarming love song that hints at the start of a dramatic story.
How about singing a song that gently envelops the karaoke atmosphere?
Sin and Honey feat. Mori Calliopesyudou
How about trying a duet song between a man and a woman spiraling toward ruin? It’s a collaboration between the popular Vocaloid producer syudou—also known for working on “Usseewa”—and VTuber Mori Calliope, slated for release in March 2025.
The piece portrays a mad, obsessive love; its lyrics reveal a precarious relationship where the two hurt each other yet can’t help but crave one another, and the thrill never lets up.
If you can pull off the edgy back-and-forth and the rap parts, it’ll look insanely cool.
Definitely give this provocative duet a shot!
366 daysHY
This is a ballad about the lingering feelings of being unable to forget a lost love.
Included on HY’s 2008 album “HeartY,” the song was used as the theme for Fuji TV’s drama and film “Akai Ito.” Its gentle melody, highlighted by a memorable piano line, carries lyrics that reflect on the memories of a lover who remains in the heart.
The duet version by vocalists Izumi Nakasone and Hideyuki Shinzato is also captivating, with the interplay of male and female voices bringing out the nuances of emotion even more vividly.
It’s a recommended track for those who have experienced parting with someone dear or are trying to overcome the pain.
Time lapse (feat. Yella.E)kocchi no kento
A heartwarming cross-border duet ballad between Japan and Korea has been born.
Its vivid imagery, like a time-lapse capturing the shifting colors of the sky, and lyrics that reflect the ache of unreturned feelings leave a strong impression.
Marking Kocchi no Kento’s first love song, the track features Yella.E from the Korean beatbox and a cappella crew BEATPELLA HOUSE.
Their translucent vocals overlap to create a beautiful harmony that feels like a bridge between the two countries.
Released digitally in March 2025, the song is drawing attention as a new direction for Kocchi no Kento, who has often favored uptempo numbers.
With a duet that gently blends two hearts, it’s full of a charm that makes you want to sing it together with someone special.