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Karaoke songs sung by female artists recommended for Gen Z

Don’t you ever get stuck choosing songs at karaoke?

If it’s solo karaoke or with close friends, you can sing whatever you like, no problem.

But when it’s with people you don’t usually go with or coworkers, it’s totally relatable to not know what to sing, right?

So this time, we’re introducing karaoke songs by female artists that we recommend for Gen Z.

They’re all famous tracks that people of any generation have probably heard at least once, so feel free to use this as a reference!

Karaoke songs sung by female artists recommended for Gen Z (71–80)

Awesome City Club

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Iolite TBS Tuesday Drama “The King’s Dedicated Ring Finger” Insert Song / Awesome City Club (MUSIC VIDEO)
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With a refined musicality rooted in city pop and indie pop, PORIN continues to captivate the music scene.

She began her career in 2013 as the vocalist and keyboardist of Awesome City Club, making her major-label debut in 2015.

In 2021, the band won the Excellence Award at the Japan Record Awards, propelling their recognition to new heights.

Her unique world, woven from delicate lyrics and beautiful melodies, also shines through in her solo work.

Beyond music, she demonstrates her talent across diverse fields such as fashion and art, and her expressive power consistently resonates with music fans who have a creative sensibility.

Legal Lily

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Legal Lily – 'Stars, Freckles, and Diamond' (NHK 'Minna no Uta' December 2024–January 2025)
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Honoka Takahashi, the vocalist of Regal Lily, expresses a unique worldview with delicate expressiveness and an emotional guitar sound.

Blending alternative rock and indie rock, she formed the band and began performing while still in high school.

She has been active internationally, including appearances at SXSW in the U.S.

and a tour in China, and has released the albums “bedtime story” and “C to shi ikeru mono.” She has also created numerous tie-in songs for films and anime, captivating listeners with her clear, transparent voice and distinctive sensibility.

As an artist who provides music for NHK’s “Minna no Uta,” she enjoys broad support across a wide audience.

Hitsujibungaku

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Hitsujibungaku – Koe (Official Music Video) [Theme song for the Monday 9 PM drama '119 Emergency Call']
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Moeka Shiozuka captivates many listeners with her delicate yet powerful vocals and literary lyricism.

As the vocalist and guitarist of the alternative rock band Hitsujibungaku, she writes and composes all of the band’s songs.

They made their CD debut with an EP in 2017 and went major in 2020.

Their distinctive sound, which incorporates elements of shoegaze and indie pop, has earned fervent support, especially among younger audiences.

In 2022, their album “our hope” won the Grand Prize at the 15th CD Shop Awards 2023.

At FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL 2023, they set a remarkable attendance record on the GREEN STAGE, proving their prowess.

Highly recommended for music fans drawn to intelligent, lyrical songwriting and a singular artistic worldview.

Chatmonchy

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Chatmonchy “Shangri-La” Music Video
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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.

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DAZBEE | “Sympathy” M/V
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DAZBEE is an artist from South Korea who energizes Japan’s utaite scene.

Her biggest appeal is, without a doubt, her vocal timbre.

She’s known for a clear, translucent, high voice.

Because of that, people with a narrower vocal range might naturally shy away from her songs.

That’s why I recommend Sympathy.

It may seem high at first, but since the vocal lines are concentrated in the higher range, lowering the key makes it perfectly singable even for those with a limited range.

Miso soup and butterShio Reira

Reira Shio / Miso Soup and Butter [Official Music Video] TV Anime “Days Keep Passing, Yet Meals Are Delicious” ver.
Miso soup and butterShio Reira

Singer-songwriter Reira Shio, known for a musical style inspired by Western music.

Her track “Miso Soup and Butter” differs from her previous work, leaning strongly into J-pop.

While you can catch glimpses of the country elements she excels at, the overall melody is straightforward and unobtrusive.

There are some falsetto parts, but the range isn’t wide, and even those sections could be sung comfortably in chest voice.

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Moeka Yahagi – Nocturne [Music Video]
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Moeka Yahagi, a former member of AKB48 who is now active as a singer-songwriter.

Most of her songs fall under J-pop, and she’s popular for her straightforward, unadorned melodies.

Among her tracks, one I especially recommend for its narrow vocal range is “Nocturne.” Because the song sits mostly in the mid to upper-mid range, it may give the impression of being high, but its limited range makes key adjustments easy—so consider adding it to your repertoire.

In conclusion

This time we introduced karaoke songs by female artists that we recommend for Generation Z—what did you think? These tracks are great not only for women but also for men who can sing higher keys, so be sure to check them out.