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 (51–60)
We GoKetsumeishi
A track included on Ketsumeishi’s 13th album, Ketsunopolis 13, released in January 2024.
It was reportedly written as the theme song for the drama Jeanne’s Judgment.
The song was released digitally in advance of the album.
Throughout, it has a pleasant groove that imparts a gently heartwarming atmosphere.
The vocal range and the melody themselves don’t demand particularly advanced singing technique or a wide range, so in that sense it’s a song that should be quite easy for anyone to sing.
However, precisely because of that, if the relaxed, expansive groove is lost in the vocal delivery, the song can fall flat.
When you sing it, pay close attention to how you feel the rhythm and the beat.
Coloration BluesEGO-WRAPPIN’
EGO-WRAPPIN’ is a band that garnered strong support from core music fans in the 2000s.
Their distinctive jazzy sound evokes the modern atmosphere of the Taisho era.
Their song “Shikisai no Blues” is primarily jazz-based, built upon the foundation of Japanese Showa-era pop.
While there are a few brief high notes, the melody is generally easy to sing.
I think it’s especially singable for people in their 40s to 60s.
Give it a try!
SWIMSIRUP
SIRUP is an artist known for his stylish sound.
His roots are in R&B and hip-hop, and he often incorporates rap into his own tracks.
His song “SWIM” features a chic, slightly melancholic melody.
Because of that, it doesn’t require powerful vocals or intricate techniques.
It’s the kind of song that can sound good even if you’re not great at singing loudly or doing vocal runs.
With its very fashionable melody, it’s sure to draw attention if you sing it at karaoke!
seagullNakata Yūji
Yuji Nakada, the vocalist of the legendary band Tsubakiya Quartet, continues to be highly regarded by dedicated music enthusiasts even after the band disbanded.
His song “Umineko” is a very stylish and sexy track.
There aren’t any particularly difficult high notes, so even those who aren’t confident singers should find it easy to sing.
Despite its laid-back sound, it’s put together in a very seductive way, so why not try singing it on a date? The lyrics are sexy too, so be sure to check them out!
Songs that make you sound good at karaoke (61–70)
that bandkessoku bando
This is a download-only single performed by Kessoku Band, which appears within the 2022 TV anime “Bocchi the Rock!” I love Kessoku Band’s rock songs too and often sing “Guitar, Loneliness and Blue Planet,” but “That Band” is really tough—the tempo is fast and the rhythm is very distinctive! I recommend listening closely to the track before trying to sing it.
The timing to cut off words in the verse, the timing to hold notes in the chorus—once the melody starts there’s no place to rest, so rather than memorizing the whole song at once, I think it’s easier to understand and organize in your head if you learn it bit by bit, melody by melody.
Also, for the high notes like D5 and C5 in the last chorus, don’t pull the sound back—project your voice forward firmly! It’s like throwing with a burst of power.
Keep that in mind when you sing.
808Suchmos
When it comes to stylish sounds, many people probably think of Suchmos.
Their track “808” features the kind of Jamiroquai-like vibe they excel at.
If you like songs with an acid-tinged atmosphere, you’ll probably enjoy this one! The vocals aren’t very difficult, so it’s recommended even for those who aren’t confident singers.
In particular, it’s not a song that requires a lot of volume, so even if you don’t have a powerful voice, you should be able to sing it steadily.
Give it a try!
You don’t listen to rock.aimyon
Aimyon’s hit song “Kimi wa Rock nanka Kikanai” (“You Don’t Listen to Rock”).
While the track’s arrangement strikingly blends rock and folk elements, the vocal line itself is crafted as orthodox J-pop.
Even so, its melody somehow conveys a sense of strength.
That quality makes the song easier to make sound good.
If you want to impress at karaoke, try raising the key by one or two steps and add a bit of a shout in the chorus.
That will emphasize the power even more.