[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 challenging songs at karaoke and steal the spotlight! (21–30)
UNDEADYOASOBI
YOASOBI is a music duo that enjoys overwhelming support from young people.
If you’re a woman, chances are you’ve got at least one YOASOBI song in your karaoke repertoire, right? Among their many popular tracks, the one I especially recommend is UNDEAD.
It features hallmark YOASOBI traits: a fast-paced song structure and a vocal line that interweaves chest voice and falsetto.
It doesn’t demand much in terms of techniques like vibrato or shouting, but the pitch control is extremely challenging—so definitely give it a try.
Episode XAdo
Ado’s new song “Episode X.” When it comes to Ado’s vocals, her wide range of expression—from raw, emotion-driven singing to delicate delivery—always stands out.
This track truly brings together Ado’s diverse vocal expressions.
The A section has a somewhat calm feel, but the chorus is extremely intense, filled with shouts.
With techniques like shouts, ad-libs, and whisper voice all packed in, women confident in their vocal skills should definitely give it a try.
[For Women] Sing difficult songs at karaoke and steal the spotlight! (31–40)
chantAdo
Ado’s 18th digital-only single, released in September 2023.
It’s a collaboration track with Universal Studios Japan’s Halloween event “Halloween Horror Nights,” serving as the theme song for the dance show “Zombie de Dance,” and has been used since the 2023 edition of the event.
The song is crafted into an EDM number with a strikingly oriental and exotic mood.
Ado is well known for her powerful vocals, and this track showcases the full appeal of her voice.
That said, if you listen closely, you’ll notice she isn’t just belting—she skillfully switches among a variety of vocal tones depending on the song’s sections and phrases, which is wonderful.
Be sure to study the original thoroughly before you try singing it.
If you master it, you’re sure to capture everyone’s attention!
terminusmafumafu
Mafumafu is famous for his high-tone voice, but of course there are also songs where a masculine low register resonates.
The overall vocal range of the song is A#2 to A#5, covering pitches that aren’t often used either at the bottom or the top.
There are big jumps, and you might wonder how on earth to hit A#5, but above all, make sure not to strain your throat starting from the low notes.
Be sure to consciously lift your facial muscles as a matter of course! Start by using your breath gently, very gently.
You might feel short of breath, but try getting used to the song by using breathy “whisper voice” or consonants in the H-line (ha-hi-fu-he-ho).
idolYOASOBI
It’s YOASOBI’s 19th digital single, released in April 2023.
It’s used as the opening theme for the TV anime “Oshi no Ko.” The original vocal track features a distinctly Vocaloid-like singing style and sound processing.
When singing this at karaoke, the key point is how well you can reproduce that “mechanical feel.” Study the original carefully and practice balancing the “human touch” in the spoken-style lines with the melody’s “mechanical quality.” Of course, precise pitch and rhythm are essential, so it’s quite challenging—but if you can pull it off, you’re sure to draw attention from those around you!
hyururira-pappatuki.
Singer-songwriter tuki., who gained nationwide popularity with “Bansanka,” continues to turn out hit numbers one after another.
Among them, the one I especially recommend is “Hyururirapappa.” This track is built around a Japanese-style melody and is characterized by a fast tempo.
A fast song on its own might still be manageable to sing, but this one also features repeated sections that switch back and forth between falsetto and chest voice.
In terms of pitch control, it’s an extremely challenging piece, so I encourage you to give it a try.
I don’t care what happens anymore.Hoshimachi Suisei
One of my students has practiced “Stellar Stellar” before, but this time, “Mou Dou Natte mo Ii ya” has a completely different vibe and comes across as a cool-style anime song.
Listening through the whole track, it has an overall sense of speed with many rapid phrases, so keeping time is very important.
Since it’s such a fast song and the melody goes up to D5, the key is to avoid straining your voice.
It might be good to sing with a relaxed approach, using a strong, supported head voice!