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Recommended for women: Start your karaoke session with these! A roundup of popular Japanese songs

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When you get to karaoke, it’s hard to decide what to sing for the very first song, isn’t it?

Should you kick things off with something upbeat, start slow and ease into it, or just go with one of your personal favorites…?

For women who have this dilemma, here are some great recommendations for the first song at karaoke!

We’ve gathered a variety of hit tunes—from tracks that will get the energy soaring right from the start to songs that gently warm up the vibe.

Use this as a guide when you head to karaoke with friends, a partner, or family!

Nail that opening number and make it a super fun karaoke time!

[Recommended for Women] This is the perfect first karaoke song! A roundup of popular Japanese hits (21–30)

I’m only gazing at you.Daikoku Maki

Only Looking at You (2019 Remastered)

I'm only gazing at you.Daikoku Maki

Although the song is a bit advanced, it’s recommended for women who are confident in their vocal power.

It’s a strong, impactful track that will make listeners go, “Whoa!” Since it really hypes up the crowd, why not choose it as your opening number?

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Let It Go ~As I Am~Matsu Takako

Takako Matsu – Let It Go ~Ari no mama de~ (From “Frozen”)

Let It Go ~As I Am~Matsu Takako

Here’s a song used in Disney’s 2013 animated film Frozen.

Back then, lots of kids were humming it.

In the movie, it’s performed by American actress and singer Idina Menzel as the voice of Princess Elsa, and in the Japanese dub it’s sung by Takako Matsu.

It’s a challenging song, but since everyone knows it, singing it first could go over well.

There’s even a chance everyone present will break into a big sing-along.

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Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

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Recommended for Women: Start Your Karaoke with These! A Roundup of Popular Japanese Songs (31–40)

YELLOW YELLOW HAPPYPocket Biscuits

Chiaki – Yellow Yellow Happy

YELLOW YELLOW HAPPY Pocket Biscuits

This slightly nostalgic “YELLOW YELLOW HAPPY” is sure to make those who know it think, “Ah, the memories!” And even if you don’t know the song, its very listenable and easy-to-remember melody will liven up the atmosphere at karaoke.

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DiamondsPRINCESS PRINCESS

Princess Princess 'Diamonds <Diamond>'

DiamondsPRINCESS PRINCESS

“Diamonds,” a guaranteed crowd-pleaser at karaoke that’s loved by people of all ages.

It’s an easy song to get into regardless of generation, making it perfect for the first track! Even if someone doesn’t know it, it’s very easy to listen to, so I highly recommend it.

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Whimsical Romanticikimonogakari

Ikimonogakari “Kimagure Romantic” Music Video

Whimsical Romanticikimonogakari

A perfect song for when you want to kick things off with a cute, poppy track that instantly boosts the mood.

Ikimono-gakari’s “Kimagure Romantic” is a karaoke tune that gradually builds excitement toward the chorus and puts you in a lively, happy state—definitely one you should try singing.

The chorus has an indescribably bursting energy that’s super charming, giving it the vibe of a “cheerful girl!” It’s a cute number that will surely get everyone around you fired up and singing along when the chorus hits!

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Feeling great!!mihimaru GT

mihimaru GT – Feeling Great ↑↑

Feeling great!!mihimaru GT

It kicks off out of nowhere with “Hey DJ!” and keeps the energy sky-high—an irresistibly upbeat track.

If you sing it as the first song, it’ll instantly lift your mood and everyone else’s too.

I bet many people feel like, “This song really pumps me up!”

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Prisoner Of LoveUtada Hikaru

Utada Hikaru – Prisoner of Love

Prisoner Of LoveUtada Hikaru

Hikaru Utada’s songs are often thought to be hard to sing because many of them are in a high key, but Prisoner of Love is easier to sing, so I recommend it.

The key range isn’t very wide, so it’s less likely you’ll go off pitch, making it a perfect song to start your vocal practice with.

The lyrics are easy to get emotionally invested in, so why not try singing it with your heart?

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