Songs that make you sound good at karaoke
Since the 2020s, the vocal skills demanded in Japan’s music scene have advanced dramatically, and most hit songs have become quite challenging.
Many people may feel that even if they want to sound good at karaoke, it’s hard to find the right songs.
So this time, we’ve picked out songs that make you sound great at karaoke!
Focusing mainly on Japanese music, we’ve selected a wide range from timeless classics to the latest hits.
Because these are songs that tend to “sound good,” we’ve centered our picks on tracks that are easy to sing—perfect even if you’re not confident in your vocal ability.
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Songs that make you sound good at karaoke (1–10)
APT.ROSÉ & Bruno Mars
When it comes to the global smash hit that represents 2024, it has to be “APT.” by BLACKPINK’s Rosé and Bruno Mars.
The moment you hear that unforgettable phrase that sticks in your head, you instantly think, “Oh, that song,” and it feels like the first Western pop hit in a while to spread across many generations in Japan.
I’m sure plenty of people sing it at karaoke, and the only part to watch out for is the section with that characteristically Bruno Mars–style melodic line.
Since there aren’t any high notes, once you memorize the lyrics, it’s guaranteed to get the crowd going at karaoke!
Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro
Motohiro Hata’s masterpiece “Himawari no Yakusoku.” It gained widespread popularity as the theme song for the nationwide hit film “STAND BY ME Doraemon,” and to this day it remains a karaoke staple.
The song is not only catchy but also one that makes it easy to showcase vocal skill.
The reasons are, above all, the high notes in the chorus and the opening lines.
The song begins with an immediately emotive atmosphere that draws listeners into its world at once.
Just as the listener’s immersion deepens, the chorus enters with its soaring high notes, delivering outstanding musical impact.
Furthermore, because the chorus’s high notes are just shy of falsetto, singers can highlight the upper range of their chest voice—another factor that makes the performance sound impressive.
Eeny, meeny, miny, moeHirate Yurina
Since leaving Keyakizaka46, Yurina Hirate has been forging her own path as a solo artist, active in music and acting, with every move she makes drawing attention.
Released in March 2025, “Eeny Meeny Miny Moe” puts tech-house elements front and center, blending coolness and pop sensibility to superb effect, and the striking visual image Hirate presents in the music video also drew a lot of buzz.
Melodically, it isn’t particularly difficult and sits in a range that men can sing as well, but with this kind of track, simply singing it can feel too flat.
It’s best to immerse yourself in the song’s world and perform with the mindset of becoming Hirate herself.
false faceyama
Yama is an unconventional musician known for blue hair and a signature mask, keeping their identity private.
Their singing voice pairs a soft tone with a striking presence, leaving a lasting impression, and their vocal prowess is recognized both in and outside Japan.
Yama’s 2024 release “Nisegao” is a standout track: over a cool, Y2K-tinged production crafted by Matt Cab, Yama’s expressive vocals and melody really shine.
The overall pitch is quite high, so if that’s challenging, consider lowering the key and aim to sing in a way that stays close to the original without sounding flat or monotone.
MIRRORAdo
It’s a cool track where a funky bassline takes the lead, and its danceable, stylish groove brings out a new side of Ado! “MIRROR,” released in May 2024, is a song by Ado provided by Natori, a popular singer-songwriter who happens to be the same age as Ado.
Its sense of rhythm and melody line differ somewhat from typical J-pop and aren’t exactly easy, but once you lock into the groove of the track, you might be surprised at how well you can sing it.
In the restrained first half, try to keep it from sounding too plain by channeling Ado’s sultry nuance.
If you nail the key change right before the final chorus and the powerful falsetto, you’ll be the star of that day’s karaoke session!