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Kazuhiro Hirai’s songs that are easy to sing. Songs I want to sing with emotion.

Ken Hirai, known for his sweet, rich vocals, has delivered numerous classic songs.

From Hitomi wo Tojite to POP STAR and the drama theme Itsuka Hanareru Hi ga Kitemo, many people probably want to try singing them at karaoke.

However, we often hear that his distinctive vibrato and wide vocal range can feel intimidating and hard to tackle.

In this article, we’ve picked out relatively easy-to-sing songs from Ken Hirai’s catalog and introduce them while touching on their vocal ranges and melodic characteristics.

Use this as a reference when choosing your next song!

Ken Hirai's easy-to-sing songs. Songs you want to sing with emotion (21–30)

Grandfather’s ClockHirai Ken

Ken Hirai 'Grandfather's Clock' MUSIC VIDEO
Grandfather's ClockHirai Ken

“Grandfather’s Clock,” a nursery song beloved by people of all ages.

Released in 2002, this piece was composed by American songwriter Henry Clay Work, whose sheet music became a big hit when it was published in 1876.

Ken Hirai’s wonderful vocals truly stand out; his voice intertwines with the pleasant melody line, making it feel as though new life has been breathed into this time-honored children’s song.

Since it is essentially a nursery rhyme, both the lyrics and the melody have an accessible structure, making it easy to sing at karaoke.

It’s a song that anyone—from children to adults—can easily try.

canvasHirai Ken

Ken Hirai 'Canvas' MUSIC VIDEO
canvasHirai Ken

Canvas weaves words like painting to capture the faint, bittersweet memories nestled in the precious days of youth.

Released in 2008 as a double A-side single along with “You Are Su-te-ki ♡,” this song was chosen as the theme for the drama Honey and Clover.

Since it spans a relatively wide vocal range, you’ll want to pay some attention to key selection.

Overall, the lyrics flow gently and unhurriedly, making the melody itself easy to sing.

If you’d like to try a song with a broader range, this makes a great entry point.

In conclusion

We’ve introduced songs that are easy to sing at karaoke. From ballads to pop numbers that really shine in a karaoke setting, we’ve covered a wide range of tracks with different vocal ranges and tempos. Ken Hirai’s songs are all the kind that let the lyrics sink in naturally, aren’t they? If there’s a song that catches your eye, start by actually listening and finding the key that suits your voice. The sense of satisfaction when you can really sing it well is unbeatable!