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 Better at Singing: Practice Tracks for Improving at Karaoke (131–140)
GLORIAYUI
YUI’s 15th single overall, released in January 2010.
The arrangement is striking for its effective use of acoustic guitar strumming.
And the real star of the song’s appeal is, above all, YUI’s voice.
Her gentle high notes, lightly released in falsetto, enhance the atmosphere of the track.
If you were to sing the high notes in the chorus with a full chest-voice belt, it would disrupt the song’s world.
It’s a perfect piece for learning gentle expression.
Pay close attention to switching your vocal registers as you sing.
Medaka Siblingswarabe
Released on December 21, 1982, this is the debut single by the trio Warabe—Tomoko Takabe, Atsumi Kurazawa, and Mami Takahashi.
It’s a very heartwarming waltz that evokes a nursery rhyme, with a vocal melody that’s easy to sing and easy to remember.
For that reason, I think it’s an excellent piece to use as practice material for learning the melody correctly and singing with accurate pitch.
In that sense, it could be suitable for beginners or for children’s singing practice.
However, to faithfully reproduce its “cute singing voice” at a high level, you need to sing with a tone rich in higher overtones, so it might also be a good choice for advanced singers to use for practicing bright, sparkling vocal production.
Precisely because the melody is simple, it seems like a song that could yield many more discoveries if you study it closely.
You’re My Only Shinin’ StarNagayama Miho
Miho Nakayama’s 12th single overall, released on February 17, 1998.
Lyrics, composition, and arrangement are by Toshiki Kadomatsu.
The song is built around a melody so quintessentially Kadomatsu that you could call it the “Kadomatsu style.” At first listen it’s a very gentle and stylish ballad, but the vocal melody is relatively challenging.
Also, the need to sing softly throughout makes it one of the best pieces to practice a delicate vocal delivery.
There’s also a self-cover version by Kadomatsu himself, so if you’re interested, try looking it up and using it as a reference.
PrideImai Miki
This was Miki Imai’s 12th single, released in November 1996.
It was also the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Doc” and became a big hit.
It’s a fine mid-tempo track, notable for its clear and gentle vocals.
While Imai’s singing style doesn’t emphasize obvious virtuosic flair like many R&B-oriented singers, expressing the song with such a soft vocal tone is actually quite challenging.
Try to keep your voice consistently soft, and practice paying special attention so that even in the high notes of the chorus your tone doesn’t become harsh or piercing.
I’ll be by your side.Aoyama Teruma
It’s Thelma Aoyama’s second single, released in January 2008.
The vocal melody doesn’t have a very wide range, so it shouldn’t be difficult to sing in terms of range or melody.
With that in mind, it’s a good idea to focus your practice on strengthening your sense of rhythm and groove.
This slightly swung, hip-hop-style, slow-tempo track is perfect for rhythm training.
There are parts where the lyrics are packed in and a bit fast, so practice aiming for a feel that doesn’t become flat overall, doesn’t rush ahead, and still maintains a gentle, smooth vibe.
Try singing with a strong awareness of beats 2 and 4.
A Good Day to Set Out on a JourneyYamaguchi Momoe
This was Momoe Yamaguchi’s 24th single, released on November 21, 1978.
The lyrics and music were by Shinji Tanimura of Alice, a New Music trio that was riding a huge wave of popularity at the time.
It was also used as a promotional song for travel by the then–Japanese National Railways (now JR) and became a massive hit, selling over one million copies.
The song’s gently subdued, slightly melancholic vocal melody is extremely striking, and I think practicing to recreate the mood of the original will greatly expand your range of vocal expression.
Throughout the entire piece, try practicing with a focus on singing gently and carefully.
Shangri-LaHashimoto Eriko
Eriko Hashimoto is known as the lead vocalist representing Chatmonchy, the rock band that took flight from Tokushima to the national stage.
While rooted in rock, she has captured the hearts of many listeners with her delicate sensibilities and straightforward lyrics.
Formed in April 2000, Chatmonchy achieved a major breakthrough with a tie-in song for a Fuji TV anime, reaching the top 10 on the Oricon singles chart.
Their powerful vocals, guitar work, and onstage performances have consistently earned high praise.
Even as she navigated life events, she deepened her musicality, and after the band disbanded in July 2018, she has continued to express herself naturally and authentically as a solo artist.
Highly recommended for those seeking music that captivates with strong vocals and sincere lyrics.