If you’re unsure what to pick, you should definitely sing these! Recommended songs by female artists for karaoke

What kind of songs do you sing when you go to karaoke?

Many people probably have a go-to song they always sing.

Your song choices may also change depending on the situation—like when you go with women of the same age, or when you go with coworkers or your boss.

But when it comes to picking songs that are different from your usual choices—and that also match the situation—it can be surprisingly hard to come up with ideas.

So in this article, we’ll introduce classic karaoke songs by female artists that are easy to sing in any situation, especially for women who struggle with choosing what to sing.

We’ll focus on trending female artists while covering various eras, so use this as a reference when you want to sing something different from your usual lineup!

Playlist

If you’re unsure what to pick, you should definitely sing these! Recommended songs by female artists for karaoke
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	First LoveUtada Hikaru		Hikaru Utada’s classic song “First Love”
2	beetle (specifically, a rhinoceros beetle)aiko		Aiko, signature songs with a heartwarming singing voice
3	CHE.R.RYYUI		YUI’s classic song “CHE.R.RY” is a spring love song.
4	StoryAI		A Song of Gratitude in Limited Time
5	GLAMOROUS SKYNakajima Mika		Mika Nakashima's 'GLAMOROUS SKY' is popular.
6	Circle of Thanksayaka		A heartwarming song that conveys feelings of gratitude
7	I am the strongest.Ado		Ado’s One Piece in-film song
8	rainbow-coloredayaka		Morning drama theme song, a gentle cheer song
9	A Cruel Angel’s ThesisTakahashi Yoko		Theme song of Evangelion remains popular
10	You…Nishino Kana		A song of gratitude and mutual support for a loved one
11	PopNishino Kana		I feel energized by Kana Nishino’s refreshing songs.
12	A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly		A song that puts deep gratitude and feelings into a bouquet of flowers
13	Snow BlossomNakajima Mika		A poignant winter love song that resonates with the heart
14	I’ll be by your side.Aoyama Teruma ft. SoulJa		Poignant lyrics of a long-distance love, resonating with the heart
15	ButterflyKimura Kaera		A moving song that beautifully portrays friendship and love
16	The world is smiling at you.Little Glee Monster		Little Glee Monster's vocal ability is captivating!
17	No.1Nishino Kana		Kana Nishino’s confident love-boost anthem
18	HappinessAI		An inspiring masterpiece that sings of hope and happiness
19	Marunouchi SadisticShiina Ringo		A signature song by Ringo Sheena that portrays urban loneliness.
20	crescent moonayaka		A moving classic song that portrays a long-distance relationship
21	User ManualNishino Kana		A song that likens a woman’s emotions to an instruction manual
22	cherry (sweet cherry; cherry fruit)Otsuka Ai		Ai Otsuka’s smash hit “Sakuranbo” is hugely popular.
23	frecklesJUDY AND MARY		JUDY AND MARY’s signature song “Sobakasu”
24	Because you are hereUru		A masterpiece with Uru’s singing voice that resonates in the heart
25	On this day of goodbyeaimyon		Aimyong's popularity stems from her captivating voice and songs.
26	SURREALHamasaki Ayumi		Ayumi Hamasaki’s commercial jingle turned smash hit
27	Queen of KabukichoShiina Ringo		Sheena Ringo’s signature song set in Shinjuku
28	A gentle feelingChara		CHARA’s signature song “I LOVE YOU” is gaining popularity thanks to a commercial.
29	Unrequited loveAimer		Aimer’s captivating vocals that sing of bittersweet unrequited love
30	fragileEvery Little Thing		The theme song of 'Ainori,' a smash-hit classic by Every Little Thing (ELT)
31	Soul RevolutionSuperfly		Popular songs that are soccer theme songs
32	VALENTIBoA		A tough but cool VALENTI song
33	Empty Eyesbird		Toyota commercial song, a difficult but captivating track
34	by myselfhitomi		Hitomi’s popular ballad, with a heartrending/sorrowful singing voice
35	JupiterHirahara Ayaka		An inspiring debut song with a Jupiter motif
36	Song of PointillismInoue Sonoko		Sonoko Inoue, a female singer-songwriter popular among young people
37	Sweet EmotionAikawa Nanase		Nanase Aikawa’s hit song, a radio commercial jingle
38	Even now… because I still love you.Every Little Thing		Representative songs of Every Little Thing, with heartrending lyrics
39	PreciousItō Yuna		A smash-hit love song that was the theme song for the film “Umizaru.”
40	Night journeyYorushika		Yorushika, a rock band by n-buna and suis
41	COLORSUtada Hikaru		Utak Hikaru's high-pitched single song
42	sympathetic tearsHitoto Yo		Hitoto Yo’s distinctive songs with an oriental atmosphere
43	As a personSuperfly		"Hito to shite" sung by Superfly is easy to sing in tune.
44	Excuse me for intruding.aimyon		A captivating song by Aimyon, Venus Belt
45	secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE		A classic hit by ZONE that portrays youth and farewell.
46	The Other Side of Meaiko		Aiko’s signature song, featuring a powerful chorus
47	Because I want to be by your side.SHISHAMO		The Popularity of SHISHAMO and the Appeal of “Ashita mo”
48	I love you, love you, love you so muchchay		A nostalgic song that portrays a maiden's feelings on the eve of her first trip
49	I’m proudKahara Tomomi		Tomomi Kahala’s smash-hit song written and composed by Tetsuya Komuro
50	PassionUA		UA's signature song 'NO', charted at No. 18
51	Unchanging ThingsOku Hanako		Hanako Oku's 'Kawaranai Mono' is a classic song from the movie.
52	Surely more than anyone else in the worldNagayama Miho & WANDS		Miho Nakayama’s classic—sing it with care on the high notes.
53	SunYorushika		Yorushika's 'Taiyo' is an easy song to sing in the lower register.
54	Be…Ms. OOJA		A popular ballad used as a TV drama theme song
55	IN MY ARMS TONIGHTZARD		ZARD releases a single provided by Michiya Haruhata, their first song not written by Oda.
56	Shangri-LaChatto Monchī		Hype songs with fun choruses
57	PolyrhythmPerfume		Perfume’s signature song “Polyrhythm,” a light and upbeat track
58	The hottest summer in the worldPRINCESS PRINCESS		A classic hit by the girls' band PRINCESS PRINCESS
59	Sorry for Being Cute feat. ChuutanHONEY WORKS		A catchy new track that’s popular on TikTok has arrived!
60	Heavy rotationAKB48		A cute love song that sings about love 24 hours a day
61	SAKURAikimonogakari		Ikimono-gakari's powerful debut song
62	my first loveUehara Takako		Takako Uehara’s debut solo song tops the charts
63	I’m only gazing at you.Daikoku Maki		Maki Ohguro’s “DESTINY,” the ending theme song of Slam Dunk
64	Love StoryAmuro Namie		Namie Amuro’s classic ballads: tips on how to sing them
65	A Perfect SkyBONNIE PINK		The ultimate summer song classic: BONNIE PINK hits
66	The decisive battle is on Friday.DREAMS COME TRUE		The hit song “Happy, Fun, and Love”
67	EverythingMISIA		Sing MISIA’s ballad with emotion
68	EsperanzaNishino Kana		Kana Nishino’s powerful love song, a cheer anthem for romance
69	Thank youikimonogakari		A heartwarming ballad that conveys gratitude
70	ButterflyKōda Kumi		Kumi Koda’s smash hit song “Erokakkoii” (“sexy-cool”).
71	Chu, diversity.ano		Ano-chan’s hit song “Chu, Diversity.”
72	Can I visit you with cream?zutto mayonaka de ii no ni.		How to sing songs in falsetto and tips
73	Monster IslandSuiyōbi no Campanella		Chibi Godzilla Raids Again Season 3 Theme Song
74	illusionRyokushokushakai		Ryokuoushoku Shakai’s new song is easy to sing.
75	Revolutionary Journey – On the WayAina ji Endo		Introduction to captivating songs by a husky-voiced singer
76	Spring Dayaimyon		100 points for the melody’s inflection and stability
77	One thing I want to ask youSHISHAMO		Tips for singing to score high in karaoke
78	Capsuleaiko		Aiko’s songs are easy to sing, so focus on expressiveness when you sing them.
79	Feverish Demonzutto mayonaka de ii no ni.		Let's enjoy singing high-pitched songs in falsetto.
80	AriaAina ji Endo		Let's sing in your natural voice without imitating Aina's husky voice.
81	Blooming at nightHoshimachi Suisei		High-scoring songs on JOYSOUND karaoke scoring
82	Linda feat. UtaCENT		A collaborative song by Senchihiro and Uta
83	Kiss FoxHIMEHINA		Kiss Kitsune, a popular song by HIMEHINA
84	Peerless BlossomAina ji Endo		Aina The End’s emotional new song “Hana Musou”
85	You know,Porukadotto Sutingurei		How to sing Polkadot Stingray’s new song
86	Song of LoveKōda Kumi		The Appeal of Koda Kumi’s Romantic Ballads
87	A hundred flowers in full bloomIkuta Rira		Rira Ikuta’s song Hyakka Ryouran has a narrow vocal range and is easy to sing.
88	vip?Nisshoku Natsuko		Natsuko Nisshoku’s piano-and-vocal piece “vip?”
89	instinctShiina Ringo		Shiina Ringo's distinctive sound and powerful vocals
90	MermaidYuka		Yukari’s refined musicality and captivating songs
91	Last sceneJUJU		JUJU’s popular songs are upbeat and so satisfying to sing
92	Tomorrow’s skySPEED		First single after SPEED's reunion, theme song for a drama
93	Don’t say ‘I love you’!Nagayama Miho		Theme song of 'Suteki na Kataomoi', performed at the Kōhaku (New Year’s Eve) song festival
94	Miss youImai Miki		Miki Imai’s classic song “Forbidden Fruit” is number one.
95	Don’t Stop LoveKōda Kumi		Kumi Koda’s movie theme song, a heartrending love ballad
96	SnowdomeKimura Kaera		Kaela's emotion-filled love song
97	Bloom like a rose, fall like a cherry blossom.Matsuda Seiko		Seiko Matsuda × YOSHIKI drama theme song becomes a hit
98	ETERNAL WIND ~A Smile in the Shining Wind~Moriguchi Hiroko		Theme song of Gundam F91, one of Hiroko Moriguchi’s signature songs.
99	I’m here saying nothingYaita Hitomi		Hit songs by Hitomi Yaida, guitar solo with vocals
100	More…Nishino Kana		A signature song by Kana Nishino that sings of a heartrending love
101	iolitePORIN		PORIN is captivating the music scene with sophisticated musicianship.
102	It’s so heartbreaking it makes me cry.Mayo Okamoto		Ending theme song of Cutie Honey F
103	Aphrodisiac from the lipsKudō Shizuka		Shizuka Kudo’s popular single “Wait a Moment”
104	Kissing You of ApologyE-girls		E-girls’ popular theme song “The Apology King”
105	Unforgettable DaysMISIA		A classic song that sings of the sorrow of heartbreak and a forward-looking spirit
106	Love SpiritsChatto Monchī		A difficult ballad by Chatmonchy
107	Dàjiā (landlord)Hitoto Yo		A nostalgic ballad by Yo Hitoto singing about her Taiwanese hometown
108	AlwaysKuraki Mai		Ending theme song of Detective Conan
109	We don’t need a time machine.Maeda Atsuko		A bright, poppy song—her first solo track since graduating from AKB.
110	Gift ~You are a Madonna~Toki Asako		A positive, catchy tune for a commercial
111	Summer is comingDaikoku Maki		Legendary single by Maki Ohguro, her classic hit still stands strong
112	remain ~ key of the heartKoyanagi Yuki		Yuki Koyanagi’s classic song gained popularity as a TV drama theme song.
113	believeYamaguchi Yuko		Yamaguchi Yuko’s heartrending heartbreak song, a drama insert track
114	Even when I become an old ladyMoritaka Chisato		Chisato Moritaka’s popular songs that resonate with women
115	BAD LUCK ON LOVE 〜BLUES ON LIFE〜tohko		tohko's first hit song, noted for its high vocals and refreshing charm
116	How to be a GirlAmuro Namie		Namie Amuro’s million-selling hit song
117	I Believeayaka		Ayaka showcases her captivating vocals in her signature songs.
118	Have fun, have fun, and be gentle.Kahara Tomomi		Tomomi Kahala’s smash hit tops the chart, co-written with Komuro
119	Fun streamline glidechara+yuki		Many expressed their excitement over Chara and YUKI’s reunion performance.
120	moreaiko		A rhythm and lyrics made difficult by the distinctive three-beat meter
121	White LightAmuro Namie		Namie Amuro songs popular at Christmas
122	My Sweet HomeKoizumi Kyoko		Kyoko Koizumi’s drama theme song depicts the road home.
123	The strong and fleeting onesCocco		A classic released in 1997, the JALCM song