[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!
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[K-POP] Japanese-Lyric Songs That Make It Easier to Score High in Karaoke (11–20)
Swaying -Flower of Destiny-ZEROBASEONE
The tempo is a bit on the fast side, but since it’s mostly in Japanese, it should be quick and easy to learn.
The melody line isn’t very complex as a song either, so you should be able to sing it solo without it feeling out of place.
It also features that distinctive bouncy K-pop rhythm, and the chorus sits in a fairly high range, so keeping the groove is crucial.
The key point for the high notes in the chorus is how decisively you can attack the A4.
If you hesitate when producing the sound, it becomes hard to hit whether in chest voice or falsetto, so focus on nailing the pitch and try to attack it firmly.
Hope Not (Japan Version)BLACKPINK
Among BLACKPINK’s Japanese versions, “Hope Not” pairs well with scoring systems.
It’s a mature, gentle song with a relaxed tempo, so you can focus on the pitch bar and sing carefully.
The high notes use falsetto rather than belting, and the way the line endings are handled is distinctive.
For the falsetto parts in the chorus, if you sing lightly and make sure to release the endings cleanly, it should be easier to match pitch and land cleanly.
Also, the opening of the A-melody is quite low, so if you push your breath and voice forward as you sing, it will resonate and you’ll hear your own voice more clearly.
Try to keep a mindful, careful delivery.
Boy With Luv (Japanese ver.)BTS
The opening is crucial in “Boy With Luv (Japanese ver.).” This time it’s the Japanese version, but it still has a lot of English lyrics and carries an emotional vibe comparable to the Korean version.
That said, I think the Japanese version is easier to sing.
Since each member’s melody line is clearly divided, it’s good to practice by going over each individual melody carefully.
If your opening wavers, you’ll lose the pitch, so make sure to come in clearly.
Prepare your voice during the intro and hit the A4 solidly—if you do, you should be able to continue singing comfortably afterward.
Forget Me NotENHYPEN
This is the opening theme song for the TV anime RE-MAIN, which aired in July 2021, and it’s ENHYPEN’s first original Japanese song! The track itself is bright with an anime vibe, and the melody line is simple.
Since high notes that use falsetto appear in the latter half of the chorus, singing with a forward, resonant placement as a default makes switching between chest voice and falsetto very smooth.
Rather than enunciating firmly in chest voice, singing lightly with a falsetto feel suits the song better and makes it easier to stay on pitch.
For the high parts, don’t hesitate—let the voice out fully.
WISH (Japanese Ver.)NCT WISH
If you want to aim for a high score with a refreshing-style song, WISH (Japanese Ver.) is recommended! In K-pop, especially in male groups, there’s always a member assigned to the “high notes.” If you’re not good at high notes, you’ll need to get past this part.
Since belting high notes in chest voice is harder than using falsetto, here are a few tips.
For those piercing high notes, lift your facial muscles firmly and project your voice decisively toward the distance or your chest! If you hesitate, your timing will be off and you won’t hit the note well.
When you feel “This is it!” go for it with momentum!
In conclusion
We’ve introduced some easy-to-try songs for those who want to aim for high scores with K-pop at karaoke! The selections are mainly Japanese lyrics rather than Korean, but some include English lyrics, which might make pronunciation tricky. Still, if you listen repeatedly and practice singing, you’ll naturally pick it up, and as long as your melody is on point, slightly fuzzy pronunciation is fine for now! Make use of the scoring feature, find your favorite track, and have fun!