No worries if you're tone-deaf! Easy-to-sing J-pop songs for karaoke
Recently, with the K-pop boom, the difficulty level of Japanese music has risen sharply compared to before.
Songs that use whisper voice and mixed voice have become standard, and on top of that, advanced vocal techniques like riffs/ad-libs and hiccups are now being demanded.
In this situation, it can be quite difficult for people who aren’t confident singers to find songs that suit them and are easy to sing.
So this time, we’ve picked out tracks that even those who lack confidence in their singing or consider themselves tone-deaf can handle! Of course, we chose them with karaoke crowd-pleasing in mind, so please consider adding them to your repertoire!
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Recommended for men (1–10)
Why not? / Who cares? / It’s all good.WEST.
This is WEST.’s debut song—an energetic, Kansai-style, full-throttle hype track! Even if you’re tone-deaf, you can power through with call-and-response and high energy, making it a perfect practice song for getting the crowd going.
Songs that pull everyone in are essential for people who struggle with pitch.
In “Ee ja nai ka,” there are calls and chorus parts in the A melody, and the chorus has that “everyone together” vibe, so you’ll naturally have fun! As long as you nail the belting part right before the last chorus, you’re good—so focus especially on practicing that section.
If you hit the first note cleanly, you’ll be fine.
Take a breath, lock in the timing, and your voice will come out smoothly!
swallowYOASOBI with Midorīzu
This song was released in 2021 as a digital-only single, and it was used as the theme song for NHK’s “Hirogare! Irotoridori” as well as the October–November 2021 selection on “Minna no Uta.” It’s a mid-tempo track around 100 BPM, easy to keep rhythm with, and you can sing it without overexerting yourself.
The vocal range is also set in a relatively comfortable key compared to other YOASOBI songs.
Since it was featured on NHK, it’s easy for children to sing, making it perfect for parent-child karaoke.
For the A melody, speaking-like delivery matches the mood, so you don’t need to worry too much about precise pitch.
For the chorus, singing lightly while swaying side to side should make it feel great to sing.
KanadeSukima Suichi
This was Sukima Switch’s second single, released in March 2004.
Since Sukima Switch’s charm lies in their laid-back, “never try too hard” vibe, the key to singing this song is summed up in how lightly you can sing it without forcing your voice.
While some parts—like the melody right before the chorus—can be a bit tricky pitch-wise, the rhythm and the way the lyrics fit are very straightforward, so I think it’s relatively easy even for men who feel “I’m not that confident in my singing…” The main point when singing this song is to always keep it relaxed and unforced.
The original key might be a little high, so find a key that suits you and enjoy it at karaoke!
Recommended for men (11–20)
Goodbye ElegySuda Masaki
Among young actors, Masaki Suda stands out for his unique presence, showcasing talent not only in acting but also in the arts.
This is his third single, which was selected as the theme song for the TV drama “Kiss that Kills.” The song brilliantly fuses a voice that conveys the atmosphere and expressive power unique to an actor with a catchy, lyrical melody.
Although the melody moves a lot, the pitch range isn’t very wide, so it’s an approachable choice even for those who aren’t very confident in their singing.
It has a driving feel, making it a karaoke number that can get the crowd going—even if you power through it on momentum at first.
SUNHoshino Gen
Released in May 2015, this is Gen Hoshino’s eighth single.
The rhythm might be a bit tricky, but in terms of vocal range it should be relatively comfortable to sing.
If you focus on singing plainly and honestly like Gen Hoshino, it should turn out nicely.
Try not to think too much about “singing well”; instead, face the song straight on and give it a try.
Don’t cheat on me.Koresawa
Koresawa is a female singer-songwriter who’s gained popularity with her catchy lyrics.
If you’re a woman in your teens to thirties, chances are you’ve heard one of her songs at least once.
Her track “Uwaki Shitara Akan de” (“Don’t You Dare Cheat”) features a poppy, adorable melody that leaves a strong impression.
The vocal range is on the narrower side, and unlike many of her other songs, it doesn’t use falsetto.
It’s a song that even those who struggle with higher parts should be able to sing without trouble.
Voice of the Seaurashima tarō (kiritani kenta)
Kenta Kiritani, who exudes a uniquely distinctive presence both as an actor and as a musician, released this digital single under the name Urashima Taro from au’s popular “Santaro Series” commercials.
With lyrics that evoke a sense of wistfulness and a plaintive tone featuring the sanshin, those familiar with the commercials may find the story coming into focus.
The sparse arrangement and slow tempo make it easy to sing, but because many phrases start high and descend, it’s crucial to nail the opening note.
Once you hit that first pitch, you can carry it through to the end—so take care not to miss the melody at the very start.