Lovely karaoke song

Ballad songs that are easy to sing at karaoke. Recommended classics and popular hits.

Keyboard playerSAKI
I’ve been playing the Electone since I was six, mainly performing Disney music, anime songs, and music from dramas and films. I post performance videos on YouTube and social media, and I also give concerts. Building on my Electone experience, I took up synthesizer and piano during my student years and performed at school-sponsored events. As a writer, I’ve covered not only music-related topics but a wide range of genres, so I hope to draw on my experience to deliver articles that make readers think, “I want to try that!” or “I want to listen to that!”
Deputy Editor of RAG MUSICsasashina
Deputy Editor of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. I’m Sasashina, a mom currently raising an elementary schooler and a preschooler. During my student years at Kyoto College of Science and Technology, I studied a wide range of fields including sound, lighting, and video technology, building a foundation in comprehensive stage production and creative expression. After graduation, I joined a music production company, where I still work, consistently building experience in production and engaging in a variety of music-centered tasks. Currently, I mainly handle articles for children, drawing on what I’ve learned about parenting and what I feel and discover through daily interactions with my kids. I hope my work can be of help to you, even in a small way!

Are there many of you thinking, “I want to sing a ballad at karaoke, but I’m not very confident in my singing…”?

Actually, ballads are great for people who aren’t confident singers!

That’s because slower-tempo songs let you check your pitch and rhythm as you sing.

In other words, if you choose ballads with less pitch movement and an easy-to-follow rhythm, even those who struggle with singing should find them easier to sing!

In this article, we’ll introduce recommended ballad songs that are easy to sing at karaoke.

Use the songs we introduce as a reference to find one that’s comfortable for you to sing!

Ballad songs that are easy to sing at karaoke: Recommended classics and popular tracks (21–30)

ReplayDISH//

DISH// – Replay [Official Video]

ReplayDISH//

Some people may not be used to singing itself because they don’t usually go to karaoke.

In that case, I’d like to recommend “Replay” by DISH//.

It’s a song written specifically as the required piece for the junior high division of the NHK National School Music Competition.

Because of that, it’s designed so you can sing it well using just the basic vocal techniques you learned at school.

It also features a narrow pitch range and a slow tempo.

If you’re not confident in your singing, give it a try.

Raise the rankinglower

Report a problem

Voice of the Seaurashima tarou

"The Voice of the Sea" Full ver. / Urashima Taro (Kenta Kiritani) [Official]

Voice of the Seaurashima tarou

Released digitally in July 2015 under the name Urashima Taro by Kenta Kiritani, this single was created for the au Santaro series commercials.

The arrangement, which makes effective use of the Okinawan instrument sanshin, is also striking.

Since it was made as a CM song for the Santaro series—where the protagonists of fairy tales gather—it’s been crafted to be very simple and easy for anyone to hum, and most men should be able to sing it without strain.

As shown in the commercials, if you imagine a tropical summer seaside while singing, you’ll likely deliver it even better! When you sing, picturing concrete scenes from the song is one of the major factors that enhances your expressive power.

Raise the rankinglower

Report a problem

Vanillakyanai

Kyannai – Vanilla [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

Vanillakyanai

Released on March 9, 2022 as the 4th digital single, this is a signature love song by Kyanai.

Its simple lyrics and bittersweet backstory became a hot topic, turning it into a massive hit that surpassed 100 million streams.

The overall vocal range spans D3 to A4, with higher notes appearing toward the latter half.

The melody is simple, so even first-time listeners should find it easy to pick up.

The B section in particular sits low, and you might feel the pitch dropping and harder to sing, so make sure your vocal cords are fully engaged.

Focus on the hollow between your collarbones and imagine projecting the voice forward from there!

Raise the rankinglower

Report a problem

EverythingMISIA

MISIA – Everything （Official HD Music Video）

EverythingMISIA

Released in 2000 as MISIA’s seventh single, this song was used as the theme for the Fuji TV drama “Yamato Nadeshiko.” The single became her first to reach No.

1 on the Oricon Singles Chart and achieved million-seller status.

Compared to many of MISIA’s earlier songs, it tones down the frequent whistle notes and extreme high pitches, making it easier to sing at karaoke and a staple for many women.

Raise the rankinglower

Report a problem

Endless skyarashi

ARASHI – Endless Sky [Official Music Video]

Endless skyarashi

It was released in 2010 as Arashi’s 34th single.

The song was used as the theme for the Fuji TV Tuesday 9 p.m.

drama “Freeter, Ie o Kau,” starring Kazunari Ninomiya, and it topped the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

It is a renowned ballad that conveys the importance of moving toward your dreams, like the boundless sky.

Raise the rankinglower

Report a problem