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[K-POP] Japanese-lyric songs that make it easy to score high in karaoke
With K-pop’s current popularity, haven’t you ever wanted to sing at karaoke and aim for a high score? K-pop’s catchy melodies and distinctive rhythms are delightful, but when you try singing in scoring mode, many of you may have experienced your score not improving as much as you’d hoped.
In fact, there are plenty of K-pop songs that make it easy to stay on pitch and ride the rhythm! In this article, we’ll introduce K-pop tracks that make it easier to aim for high scores in karaoke.
Many of them feature primarily Japanese lyrics and are easy to sing, so be sure to give them a try at your next karaoke session!
[K-POP] Japanese-lyric songs that are easy to score high on in karaoke (1–10)
ELEVEN (Japanese ver.)ive
It was a massive hit in Korea and has been released in a Japanese version, so even K-pop beginners can handle the lyrics steadily.
I mostly remember hearing it on cable radio, and the chorus kind of stuck in my ears.
There are many places where the melody line is sharply cut, so the key is to keep the rhythm from slipping.
Since there are also bouncy rhythms, it helps to use your body well and keep a fine, precise pulse.
Also, the section before the chorus slows down, then it picks up speed from the chorus, so be careful not to rush the tempo.
If you consciously sing with a bright tone at all times, you can switch more easily without your pitch dropping, even when the rhythm or melody changes!
FEARLESS (Japanese ver.)LE SSERAFIM
Expresses moving forward without fear of public scrutiny in the Japanese version of their Korean debut song.
It was played a lot on cable radio, so even those not familiar with K-pop may have heard it at some point.
Looking at the lyrics, there’s a lot of English, but there are many catchy phrases, so you don’t need to overprepare—just sing it lightly as if letting it flow.
However, if your timing slips, you’ll lose points, so keep a solid rhythm.
For the high part before the chorus, consciously match the timing using your hand to feel the rhythm and pitch, and project your voice without hesitation!
CelebrateTwice
“Celebrate,” where English and Japanese intersect.
J.Y.
Park, famed in K-pop, also took part in the lyrics.
Because K-pop often features group songs, the overall vocal range is wide, from G3 to E5.
That said, the track itself is a short three minutes, so it’s a great pick for anyone new to learning K-pop! You can groove lightly while still following the lyrics closely, but be aware that a rap appears in the second verse—that’s the key point to watch.
Depending on the karaoke machine, there may be no pitch bar for the rap section, but if you memorize it, you can sing it stylishly without worrying about scoring! Try to focus on singing each phrase carefully and deliberately.
NEW LOOKMISAMO
A cool, mature song that captivates more with groove and stability than flash.
The range isn’t too wide and the melody is quite linear, so singers who can stay relaxed and sing accurately tend to score higher.
Where the same melody continues from the intro with more words, the key is not to enunciate too sharply—release small bursts of air as if tonguing.
The song itself has a calm vibe, so it may be better to sing evenly and avoid shouting.
If you want to add expressive nuance, try changing the position of the mic as you sing.
When the song reaches its peak, bring the mic closer to your mouth and give it a try.
Sun and Moonaespa
The song itself is on the shorter side at 3 minutes 19 seconds, making it easier to maintain focus and great for scoring.
On JOYSOUND, the “average score for December 2025” is in the 91-point range, and it’s very popular as a song that makes it easy to aim for a high score.
The tempo is fairly relaxed, so you can sing calmly and carefully, and it’s easy to keep an eye on the pitch bar.
There are spots with high notes, so if you keep an overall image of resonating in your head and sing lightly, the transitions to the high notes will be smoother.
Also, if you sing the A and B verses in a straightforward manner and then project your voice firmly in the chorus, you’ll create good contrast and it should help you earn extra points.
Go Go Summer!KARA
It’s a bright, poppy summer song and one of the signature tracks that further boosted KARA’s popularity in Japan.
Released in 2011, it was used as the CM song for LG Electronics’ smartphone “Optimus bright,” and KARA themselves appeared in the commercial, which became a hot topic.
Although the chorus leaves the strongest impression, the song as a whole spans a wide vocal range from A3 to F5.
The pitch steadily rises from the A-melody to the chorus, so singing with growing momentum and energy can help you keep your pitch from dropping and maintain solid vocal fold engagement.
Be careful not to get overly carried away with the groove so the tempo doesn’t rush.
Expiration dateSEVENTEEN
This Japanese original song, released on November 27, 2024, is one of the easiest K-pop Japanese ballads to score high on! It’s also the theme song for NHK’s late-night drama “Will My Future Self Blow Me Away!?” and has a sophisticated, bittersweet vibe.
The song itself is a short 3 minutes and 10 seconds with a slow tempo, making it very easy to sing.
It’s not a song to belt out in chest voice; it suits a style where you close your eyes and sing in falsetto.
Since actually closing your eyes makes it harder to keep pitch, I recommend raising your hand and moving it to guide your intonation.
Keeping your eyebrows raised the whole time is important, too! Try singing it gently, almost as if you’re speaking.
HaruHaru -Japanese Version-BIGBANG
Released in 2008, this is a ballad whose Korean title means “day by day,” featuring a dramatic sound themed around heartbreaking breakups and partings.
It’s a signature song that became extremely popular in Japan as well, with a Japanese version released later.
Since it’s sung by five members, some parts have overlapping melodies, but the main melody line is very easy to follow, so even first-time listeners should find it easy to learn.
However, because it’s such a sorrowful song, adding too much expressiveness might actually lower your score.
For scoring, try singing as plainly as possible at first, then adjust little by little if your expressiveness ends up being too low.
BBoom BBoom-Japanese ver.-momoland
This is the Japanese version of “BBoom BBoom,” which was a hit in Korea.
It features captivating lyrics and an addictive melody, and because the same melody repeats a lot and can be sung mechanically, it’s great for scoring! The intro feels different from when the actual vocal melody starts, so it should be easier to sing.
The lyrics themselves aren’t difficult, so if you sing each phrase carefully without putting too much emphasis on dynamics, the rhythm will lock in and your pitch should stay on.
The section around the song’s midpoint with lots of English flows quickly, so pay special attention and practice it thoroughly.
Love 119 -Japanese Ver.-RIIZE
The Japanese version of “Love 119” has been released.
It’s a song with a tempo and vocal range that are comfortable to sing, and although the same phrases and melodies repeat, making you think, “Is this a long song?”, it’s surprisingly short at 2 minutes 53 seconds.
Even first-time listeners of “Love 119” will likely find it easy to remember since it’s catchy and the melody isn’t difficult.
In particular, the chorus is structured to build excitement as more members join in, which can cause the tempo to speed up while singing.
Try to stay calm and keep your pace.
To lock the lyrics into the rhythm, taking finer counts at double-time should make it easier to sing!