Songs to Help Women Sing Better: Practice Tracks for Improving at Karaoke
Conditions for becoming a better singer.
Of course, acquiring correct and efficient vocal production is the most important point, but if you can’t apply the fundamentals you’ve learned to actual songs, it won’t amount to much.
To build that kind of “real-world ability,” it’s crucial to choose appropriate practice songs and, by singing them, develop the expressive skills needed to perform actual pieces.
In this article, I’ve selected songs that seem optimal for the goal of “getting better at singing.”
Even when someone says, “I want to become a better singer,” everyone’s current level varies, so I’ve chosen a wide range—from beginner-friendly songs to more difficult ones.
Some of the individual song introduction articles also include brief tips on how to sing them, so please use those as references and do your best to further improve your skills with the help of this article.
That said, the most important thing is to pick songs you love—the ones that make you think, “I want to sing this!” or “I want to be able to sing this!”—and enjoy singing them.
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[For Women] Songs That Make You a Better Singer: Practice Tracks for Improving at Karaoke (1–10)
Feel fine!Kuraki Mai
Mai Kuraki’s signature song “Feel fine!” The title means “feeling good” in English, and it’s a perfect early-summer pop tune that was used in the 2002 SEA BREEZE commercial.
A hallmark of Mai Kuraki’s singing style is her breathy delivery, where the breath comes before the voice.
If you practice as though you’re singing with the “h” sound, you’ll be able to use more breath and should find high notes easier to sing.
Rather than power, aim for an overall light touch.
Since it leans toward an R&B groove, it might work well to sing with a smile while taking light steps!
DIGNITYAdo
Ado’s 19th digital-only single, released in September 2023.
It was selected as the theme song for the film “The Silent Service.” Although it’s a slow-tempo rock ballad with a dramatic progression, Ado delivers it with remarkable dynamism.
Pay attention to the fine details—such as the use of breath noise within the vocals and the differences in vocal production created by dynamic contrast—and practice reproducing them.
You’ll surely gain a lot from it!
IYKYKXG
XG is currently reputed as the most skilled Japanese girl group.
Their stylish music and performances, infused with hip-hop and R&B, are stunning and on par with K-pop.
Among their tracks, the one I especially recommend is IYKYK.
Centered on hip-hop, the song is rich with Western influences.
With its detailed rap and occasional ad-libs, it’s an ideal track for mastering more advanced techniques.
[For Women] Songs to Improve Your Singing: Practice Tracks for Getting Better at Karaoke (11–20)
Forbidden taleBAND-MAID
BAND-MAID is a leading Japanese female hard rock band.
Though their maid outfits might make you think they’re an idol-style group, their skill is on par with serious, full-fledged bands.
Among their songs, the one I especially recommend is Forbidden tale.
It’s a piece rooted in intense hard rock, showcasing techniques like overwhelming vocal power, wide and strong vibrato, shouts, and ad-libs, which will elevate both your fundamental and advanced singing abilities.
Be sure to check it out.
MoonlightHoshimachi Suisei
Suisei Hoshimachi, a female VTuber from hololive who scored a nationwide hit with “Bibideba,” has recently released “Moonlight.” Unlike the flamboyant “Bibideba,” this track is crafted as a chic, downbeat number.
The song leans somewhat heavily into R&B elements, featuring occasional simple ad-libs.
It also makes extensive use of whisper vocals with breathy tones, making it an ideal piece for developing delicate vocal control.
Magic hourRyokushokushakai
“Magic Hour” is the B-side track on Ryokuoushoku Shakai’s seventh CD single, “Summertime Cinderella,” released in July 2023.
While the lead track, “Summertime Cinderella,” was selected as the theme song for Fuji TV’s Monday 9 p.m.
drama “Midsummer Cinderella,” the song introduced here, “Magic Hour,” is used as an insert song in the same series.
It’s a bright pop-rock number that makes you feel refreshed just by listening, but for those aiming to improve their singing, I especially recommend focusing on vocalist Haruko Nagaya’s varied use of vocal production in the high register.
You’ll notice how she freely switches between gentle falsetto, soft mixed voice, and powerful chest voice to express the song.
It’s an ideal piece for mastering high-register expression!
By your side.riria.
This is singer-songwriter Riria.’s ninth digital-only single, released in July 2023.
It was selected as the opening theme for the TV anime “My Happy Marriage.” When ordinary listeners sing this song at karaoke, the most important point is, I think, to fully convey the original track’s bright, warm atmosphere.
If you aim your voice toward the upper palate inside your mouth as you sing, you’ll produce a tone rich in higher overtones, similar to the artist’s—so give it a try.
It’s a perfect song for mastering that kind of bright tone and vocal production!