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 (21–30)
Great personVaundy
This is an inspiration song for the NHK Taiga drama “Reach Beyond the Blue Sky.” It’s interesting that the piece was created, inspired by the life of Eiichi Shibusawa, who is depicted on the 10,000-yen bill.
“Iseijin” is a song with a lively tempo, and the vocal range is set in a key that’s comfortable for male singers.
There are some passages where the pitch moves subtly at the ends of phrases, but I think it’s best to sing straight through at first without worrying too much about that.
Rather than forcing your pitch to match, focus on proper vocal production using your vocal cords; that will make it easier to sing in tune.
Try lifting your eyebrows and consciously projecting your voice clearly!
shameless; indecentchanmina
Chanmina’s Harenchi is sung mostly in a lower register, giving off a mature, sultry vibe.
Just when you think it will end quietly, the last chorus turns emotional and shifts into a slightly higher range.
I think that switch is really important.
There’s also a rap section in the middle, so that part needs practice too.
My students practiced the rap section a lot as well.
When the rap really lands, it feels great to sing and sounds very cool.
For the rap melody, it seems easy to memorize if you first focus on humming or using a neutral syllable like “la” instead of the lyrics.
Try singing without forcing or pushing your voice!
shutterYuuri
It’s a heartbreaking love song where Yuuri’s emotions seem to explode as the song progresses toward the latter half.
Yuuri’s songs often have easy-to-follow structures, and most build up in the order of verse A → verse B → chorus.
Because of that, you need to add momentum to each melodic section when singing.
He’s a recommended artist for those who want to absolutely peak at the chorus when they sing.
Some of my students sing his songs in vocal training and always say, “It feels so good to sing the chorus!” Since most of his songs are in chest voice, it’s important to project your voice without hesitation.
Even if you don’t have a lot of volume, resonating in your chest makes it feel great to sing! Try placing your hand on your chest, feel the resonance, and sing out confidently.
threadNakajima Miyuki
Miyuki Nakajima’s masterpiece “Ito.” Not only was it popular when it was first released, but it also enjoyed a revival hit later on, making it a beloved song known even among younger generations.
While it’s famed for its moving lyrics, it’s actually also a song that can make you sound skillful.
The biggest reason is the final part of the chorus.
In the latter half of the chorus, there’s a falsetto line with dramatic jumps in pitch.
Not many people can sing this section well, so if you nail it at karaoke, you can really showcase your vocal technique.
The key point is your key setting: adjust the key to a level where the falsetto section feels easier to hit, and you’ll be able to get through the tricky part with less effort.
Fu re te Fu re ruTK from RIN TO SHITE SIGURE
The B-side to “unravel,” which could be called TK’s signature song, is actually “Fu re te Fu re ru.” It explodes even more with high notes and falsetto than “unravel,” and it’s one of my absolute favorites to sing at karaoke.
Rather than a clean falsetto, TK’s falsetto pierces like a cry, so unless you can normally hit high notes, it’s a tough song to pull off… That said, it’s a super cool track, so if you think of it as a way to practice falsetto, I definitely recommend it for rock lovers! It’s fine to start with a weak falsetto.
Just keep practicing using a lot of breath over and over, and gradually build your explosiveness—that’s the idea!