[Lyrics] A collection of popular rap pieces for beginners to try [Easy]
Hip-hop is really blowing up, isn’t it?
Thanks to shows like the MC battle program “Freestyle Dungeon,” the hip-hop scene’s popularity has skyrocketed.
Since Creepy Nuts won at the Japan Record Awards, it’s become common to see works by young rappers climbing the music charts.
If you’ve been listening to those tracks and thought, “I want to try rapping too,” that’s probably how you ended up on this article.
In this piece, we’ll introduce songs that are relatively easy for rap beginners to perform, as well as tracks that can serve as good references for writing lyrics.
Be sure to read to the end and make hip-hop your own!
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[Lyrics] A Collection of Popular Rap Pieces for Beginners to Try [Easy] (11–20)
room for growthCreepy Nuts
This song, featured on the album “Case,” explores the struggle with aging and the potential for personal growth.
It conveys the resolve to keep moving forward while accepting oneself as an adult.
Released in September 2021 as part of the album “Case,” the track was also adopted as a cheer song for professional baseball, resonating in sports and business settings alike.
It positively frames the experience and perspectives gained with age—such as flexible thinking, knowing how to ease up appropriately, and interpersonal skills.
It’s a perfect song for those who believe in their own growth and want to take on new challenges.
snow jamRin Oto
A heartwarming love song that you’ll want to listen to on a quiet, snowy night.
Featuring Rin-ne’s gentle vocal tone and melodic rap, this track was released in February 2020 as a digital-only single.
Its tender message to those in love and lyrics that delicately portray everyday stagnation and loneliness resonate with listeners.
It gained buzz on social media platforms like TikTok and topped Spotify’s Viral Chart “Viral Top 50 (Japan),” becoming especially popular among younger audiences.
With a friendly rhythm and flow that make it easy to try at karaoke, it’s a perfect song to enjoy with your partner during the winter season.
free spaceGadoro
This is one of GADORO’s signature tracks, humorously depicting life and values over a driving, fast-paced beat.
While positively contrasting ideals with reality, it compellingly sings about a down-to-earth way of living.
Included on the album “TAKANABE,” the song teams up with producer CHIVA from BUZZER BEATS to capture listeners with a pleasant sense of release.
The music video features Machiura Pink, and the visual world crafted by director ISSEI is also a must-see.
Since its release in April 2024, the song has drawn a strong response.
The lyrics are rapid-fire and may be a bit challenging, but the melody is approachable—so be sure to give it a try and sing along.
Knock Knockpirafu seijin
Pilaf Seijin is a rapper who attracts attention—for better or worse—in the MC battle scene.
While he tends to draw a lot of haters in battles, his recorded tracks have been quite successful, achieving over a million plays, which is rare in hip-hop.
Among his songs, the one I especially recommend is ‘Knock Knock.’ It’s delivered in a style that sits between rapping and singing, and it stays within a narrow vocal range throughout all parts.
It’s a huge hit with teens, so consider adding it to your repertoire.
Above the cloudsKokoro no Suke
This track captivates with a drum’n’bass-flavored beat fused with a striking melody.
Featured on the album “PURPLE,” released in August 2021, it stands as one of Shinnosuke’s signature works, portraying his long-standing bond with his ally ES-PLANT through the lens of Dragon Ball characters.
The song also garnered attention for its music video—an expansive, sci‑fi‑styled CG animation with a space motif—which sparked a dance challenge trend on TikTok.
Blending friendship-themed lyrics with melodic rap, it’s an ideal reference piece for anyone looking to start rapping.
NINOKUNI feat. TsubakiOZworld
This track stands out for its mellow sound and beats.
Within lyrics that delve into the spiritual realm and philosophical themes, universal questions about reality vs.
illusion and the nature of self are conveyed through the smooth flows of OZworld and Tsuwaki.
The song is included on the album “OZWORLD,” released in June 2019, and fuses a distinctive sci-fi worldview with a melodic sound.
It strikes an excellent balance between message-rich lyrics and catchy production, making it a guaranteed mood-booster at karaoke.
Highly recommended for those who want to explore new expressions in hip-hop or seek songs with profound messages.
[Lyrics] A collection of popular rap pieces beginners should try [Easy] (21–30)
FriendKetsumeishi
Ketsumeishi is a music group that has gained popularity with emotional hip-hop numbers such as “Natsu no Omoide” and “Sakura.” Their major 4th single “Tomodachi,” which was used as the ending theme for the music program JAPAN COUNTDOWN, is also known as a hit tune that made the name Ketsumeishi widely known.
Its lyrical atmosphere and their trademark melodious rap make it easy to remember and easy to sing at karaoke.
It’s a track that was even included in high school teaching materials, serving as a good reference for how to weave scene-painting lyrics into a rhymed, coherent story.
