[For Women] Sing challenging songs at karaoke and steal the spotlight!
If you’re blessed with a singing voice you’re proud of, you’ll want to make the most of it and show it off to friends and everyone around you, right? In this special feature, we’ve collected challenging songs recommended for women like you.
Even when we say “songs that are hard to sing,” the difficult points vary: some demand a very wide vocal range, while others require delicate expressiveness, and so on.
Each song’s article includes notes on what makes it challenging and tips on how to sing it well, so be sure to use this as a guide and show off your wonderful voice to the fullest!
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[For Women] Sing Difficult Songs at Karaoke and Grab the Spotlight! (91–100)
LaughobiaMINAKEKKE
MINAKEKKE is the solo project of Yui Minako.
Characterized by a sound rooted in goth, new wave, acid folk, and trip-hop, it has earned high praise from hardcore music aficionados.
The new track “Laughobia” blends acid folk and trip-hop, boasting a very wide vocal range.
Although it’s sung with a downbeat, moody delivery, the abundance of long tones likely demands more diaphragm and breath control than one might expect.
Like, dislikefantomu shiitaa
Phantom Theta is an idol group produced by the vocalist Ado.
While firmly retaining the essence of an idol group, some members boast high-level vocal skills, and the songs often have a distinctly dark worldbuilding, making them a remarkably distinctive group.
Their new song, “Suki, Kirai,” demands considerable vocal ability due to its wide range and the variety of vocal expressions it features.
It even includes a mellow vocal line reminiscent of Showa-era kayōkyoku, making it a track where there’s little room to bluff.
impulseNoda Megumi
Emi Noda is a female singer-songwriter who has been active since the 2000s.
Having started her career as an artist in elementary school, she has gained popularity with cohesive J-pop refined over many years.
Among her songs, the one I especially recommend is Shoudou (Impulse).
While there aren’t many low phrases, it features many high phrases—including some quite high falsetto—making for a wide vocal range and a high level of difficulty in pitch control.
TipTapShimizu Miisa
Misa Shimizu is a female singer who’s active not only in the music scene but also on variety shows, thanks to her bright personality and strong vocal skills.
Influenced by Western music, she consistently showcases techniques that rival those of overseas artists.
Among her songs, the one I especially recommend is TipTap.
Because it’s a jazzy track, it doesn’t lean on obvious challenges like high notes; instead, it demands more advanced techniques such as groove and vocal improvisation (feats/“fakes”).
AshesSuperfly
This is Superfly’s ninth digital download single, released in November 2023.
It was written as the theme song for the TBS television drama “Gekokujō Kyūji,” which began airing on October 15, 2023.
Shiho Ochi, the vocalist renowned for her powerful and rich voice, shines here as well—her appeal is fully on display in this track! If you sing it with the same power as she does, you’re sure to become the center of attention.
Be sure to create clear contrasts in dynamics between the different parts and phrases of the song.
It’s also very important to produce the falsetto in the chorus cleanly!
Runiri
iri is a female singer-songwriter who energizes Japan’s R&B scene with her low-toned vocals and stylish musicality.
She hasn’t been very active in the public eye lately, but she’s continued to release tracks that have earned high praise from hardcore R&B aficionados.
Among her songs, one I especially recommend is “Run.” It blends neo-soul and house, peppered with ad-libs throughout.
It also demands a solid sense of groove, making it a true “Japanese-killer” track—one that’s sure to captivate listeners in Japan.
IS THIS LOVEXG
XG, whose all-Japanese lineup recently made history as the first to close out a stage at the world-renowned Coachella 2025, continue to prove their cross-genre “X-POP” with songs built entirely on English lyrics since their debut, showcasing exceptional rap, vocal, and dance skills across the board.
The track we’re highlighting, “IS THIS LOVE,” is included on their mini-album AWE released in November 2024; it was later released as a single with an accompanying music video.
It’s a standout song with a mellow yet cool beat that lets you fully savor their vocal prowess.
The melodious rap and the soaring beauty of the chorus are especially noteworthy, but to be honest, the fact that the lyrics are all in English makes it quite a high bar for karaoke.
The catchy chorus might not be too difficult if you stick to the main melody, but if you want to recreate XG’s signature harmonies and backing vocals, try singing with multiple people and divide the parts according to each person’s strengths.
