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[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!

[For Women] Sing Difficult Songs at Karaoke and Steal the Spotlight! (101–110)

ResonantiaAimer

Aimer 「Resonantia」 MUSIC VIDEO
ResonantiaAimer

The lead track from Aimer’s July 2023 album “Open α Door.” It’s an uptempo song brimming with drive, featuring standout performances by a jazzy piano and brass section.

Even against such a powerful backing track, Aimer’s vocal—emotional and soulful yet never overbearing, with a cool restraint—is truly remarkable.

As mentioned, the song is uptempo and very propulsive, but I feel it’s important to sing with a slightly laid-back feel against the beat.

Try keeping that in mind when you sing it.

loveUru

[Official] Uru 'Koi' from 3rd ALBUM 'Contrast'
loveUru

The third digital single “Koi,” released ahead of the third album Contrast, is a song provided by Yohei Hashiguchi of wacci.

Its lyrics, which portray the resolve to look forward even while feeling the pain of heartbreak, are particularly striking.

The bouncy shuffle beat and intricate melody are challenging, but since the tempo is relaxed, take your time confirming the pitches as you sing.

With a sentimental yet pop-tinged ensemble that feels pleasant, it’s a recommended number to add to your karaoke repertoire.

Living My Lifemilet

milet “Living My Life” Music Video (Theme song for the drama “The Job Change Devil”)
Living My Lifemilet

This is milet’s 10th digital-only single, released in July 2023.

It was chosen as the theme song for the Monday 10 PM drama “The Job-Changing Devil.” The slightly languid vibe makes it a very pleasant listen.

As for milet’s vocals here, I was impressed by how she maintains a solid sense of groove even within that languid feel, and by her deft switch in vocal production when singing the highly leaping phrases near the end of the B section.

If you can fully recreate this in karaoke, you’ll definitely draw attention.

First, make sure you clearly understand where the rests fall in the song; mastering how to use them is the key to making it sound really good.

Shooting starieiri reo

Leo Ieiri – “Shooting Star” Official Lyric Video
Shooting starieiri reo

It’s Leo Ieiri’s ninth digital-only single, released in August 2023.

It’s an upbeat and exhilarating track, isn’t it? The powerful vocals she delivers in this song are truly worthy of praise.

The most important thing when singing this piece is, above all, to keep that powerful energy going throughout.

There’s a section that’s sung very fast starting around the end of the first chorus, so even in parts like that, be sure to articulate each word clearly so they don’t get jumbled.

ALL MY TRUE LOVESPEED

SPEED / ALL MY TRUE LOVE -Music Video-
ALL MY TRUE LOVESPEED

This is SPEED’s eighth single overall, released in October 1998.

It was chosen as the theme song for TBS’s broadcast of the 1998 Volleyball World Championship.

What’s crucial for singing this track, I believe, is delivering clear, soaring high notes.

That makes it very straightforward for anyone and a great song to showcase your vocal ability.

If you’re confident in your high range, definitely give it a try! When you sing, try to place the sound so it resonates toward the center of your upper palate inside your mouth.

Doing so should produce a voice rich in higher overtones, similar to the original recording, so please give it a go.