Easy-to-sing youth songs for karaoke: recommended classics and popular hits

Spring Dayaimyon

Aimyon – Harunohi [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

Among Aimyon’s songs, “Harunohi” is particularly easy to sing in the original key.

I even had a male student who tackled it in the original key! The song itself is a bit long at about five and a half minutes, and once the singing starts it’s nonstop, but it’s widely known across all ages and genders, so it works well for karaoke.

That nonstop singing part can be a bit tough.

If you’re mindful of your breath timing and where to place accents, it becomes easier to sing without running out of breath.

Also, since the structure builds sequentially—A verse → B verse → chorus—it’s important to consciously add a little more energy to each phrase.

Right before the chorus, the high notes are the key: imagine sprinting up a staircase and project your voice firmly.

Give it a try!

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You and the summer music festivalSHISHAMO

SHISHAMO “You and the Summer Festival”

This is a song by SHISHAMO, a girls’ rock band that has even performed at the Kōhaku Uta Gassen and continues to forge ahead.

Through the song, it tells a story packed with the dreams of a rock-loving girl who wishes for magical moments at a summer festival.

It’s an adorably heart-throbbing track.

Samurai Heart (Some Like It Hot!!)SPYAIR

SPYAIR “Samurai Heart (Some Like It Hot!!)”

This is the song that boosted SPYAIR’s popularity as the theme for a massively popular Jump anime.

Once the tie-in was confirmed, the original track—initially made for an album—was rearranged for the release.

Its clever wordplay and positive, powerful lyrics are a major draw.

It’s also a live favorite, where fans can swing their towels and get fired up.

You are beautiful when in love.Kimi ga sou nara boku wa kou

You are beautiful when in love.

Although it was released on June 7, 2015, the song has recently gained popularity through social media like TikTok and is ranking high on Spotify’s Viral Chart.

The artist is an Osaka-based “youthful, melodically heart-throbbing band” that creates songs incorporating elements of kayōkyoku and youth punk.

It’s highly recommended for fans of bands with that nostalgic Heisei-era vibe.

Also, since the vocal range isn’t very wide and most of the singing stays in the mid register, you’ll likely be able to enjoy it in the original key.

However, there are many sections with continuous lyrics, so breath control might be challenging.

If you avoid overly crisp articulation and let the melody flow naturally, you should be able to sing it well.

Be sure to check it out!

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Memory ScrollAKB48

[AKB48] Memory Scroll Lyric Video / Yasushi Akimoto × AI Yasushi Akimoto

It’s an idol song, but since it’s not overly sparkly, I think it’s easy to sing at karaoke.

The structure is very straightforward—verse A to verse B to the chorus—with the energy building in order, so even if your range is narrow, adding momentum to each melodic section may help you gradually get a feel for projecting your voice.

That said, the chorus is a bit high.

If it’s hard to sing in chest voice, don’t push yourself—use falsetto.

Falsetto uses a lot of breath, so with practice, you might suddenly find yourself able to produce a stronger falsetto! Try inhaling through your mouth properly and singing as if you’re sending your voice forward.

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Aimyon – Marigold [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

Aimyon is popular across all generations.

“Marigold” is also a hit that people in their 50s often sing at karaoke.

I have students of various ages, and many of them sing her other songs too! It seems Aimyon really resonates with everyone, regardless of gender or age.

Also, “Marigold” sits in a comfortable range of F#3 to B4, so it’s an easy song to sing with a melody that’s simple for anyone to pick up.

If you think you’re tone-deaf, you might get nervous when holding the mic, but try not to tense up—sway gently side to side and sing lightly.

It helps you relax, and I recommend it! This can be especially good in karaoke settings with younger people around.

If you say, “Everyone, sing along with me,” you’ll feel even more at ease, so just be natural and enjoy singing!

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Good luck!Utakata Pātīzu

Do Your Best / Ephemeral Parties [MV]

It has a somewhat anime-like vibe, with a refreshing, easy-to-listen phrase that sticks in your head! The tempo is relatively fast, so it might be best to start by memorizing the melody.

When it’s time to sing, as long as you ride the groove properly, you’ll be set! The melody is quite straightforward, so you should get used to the song quickly.

There’s call-and-response in the A section, so if you look at the lyrics from the beginning, you should be able to learn it without getting confused.

Also, for the high notes in the chorus, rather than belting, sing lightly to match the song’s feel—aim to relax while keeping the rhythm with your body.

Since it’s an idol-style song, lifting your facial muscles into a smile will help you relax on its own.

After that, try singing without forcing it, imagining your voice lightly placed forward, around the area in front of your eyebrows!

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