Pick out the challenging songs that will earn you respect if you can nail them at karaoke!
Have you ever thought, “I’d look so cool if I could get through this song at karaoke,” only to crash and burn halfway through?Songs that are hard to sing hide plenty of tough spots—wide vocal ranges, complex rhythms, and blisteringly fast phrases that barely leave room to breathe.But that’s exactly why the sense of accomplishment when you nail them is second to none.In this article, we introduce a wide variety of challenging songs that are worth taking on at karaoke.If you want to test your limits or are looking for a spark to help you level up your singing, let this guide you to your next song choice!
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Handpicked tough songs that will earn you respect if you can nail them at karaoke! (61–70)
AWAKEHoshimachi Suisei
Right now, the VTuber shining brightest in the music scene is Suisei Hoshimachi.
She’s a VTuber from hololive who’s not only active in streaming but also making a big impact in the music world.
Among her songs, the one I especially recommend is AWAKE.
This track has a stylish dance-music vibe, with the vocal lines featuring frequent light ad-libs and delicate falsetto runs.
The rhythm is also irregular, so it’s fair to say you need considerable musical sensibility to sing it well.
Charisma of ArroganceUNISON SQUARE GARDEN
The opening theme song for the anime “Blue Lock VS.
U-20 JAPAN”! It’s an aggressive track with blistering rock and provocative lyrics that really shine at karaoke.
Speaking of UNISON SQUARE GARDEN, it’s all about Saito’s high tones, right? The key is how effortlessly you can hit those highs and how much you can enjoy singing them.
Since it’s the fast-tempo “Boujaku no Charisma,” breath timing is tricky and your ability to keep steady rhythm will be tested.
There are parts that don’t follow a standard rhythm, so it’s probably best to memorize each melody section.
Make sure to listen closely to the backing instruments and lock in the rhythm!
SynchrogazerMizuki Nana
A symphonic rock piece themed around awakening and resolve! If you can nail it at karaoke, it’s a track where the breathtaking expressiveness worthy of the name “Senki Zesshō” truly shines! I love Nana Mizuki and have learned and sung many of her songs, but Synchrogazer is, first of all, quite fast at a tempo of 140.
On top of that, the pitch moves up and down drastically, and when you try singing with a pitch guide, it often doesn’t lock in, to the point where you might think, “Am I singing it wrong?” In any case, a solid sense of rhythm and diaphragmatic breathing are essential! It’s a super cool song, so try practicing by changing the playback speed on YouTube and the like!
BOW AND ARROWYonezu Kenshi
Kenshi Yonezu’s song “BOW AND ARROW,” whose music video featuring Yuzuru Hanyu drew huge attention, also serves as the opening theme for the TV anime Medalist.
The drum’n’bass-inspired track, which creates a sleek, skating-like sense of speed, feels very contemporary, and Yonezu’s superb songwriting really stands out.
The melody line makes full use of Yonezu’s high vocals, spans a wide range, and features large interval jumps, making it fairly challenging.
On top of that, listeners unfamiliar with this kind of track may find the rhythm tricky to grasp.
Start by listening to the song repeatedly, and once you understand how the rhythm, melody, and lyrics are structured, give practicing a try.
NINE LIVESchōtokkyū
They’re releasing a TikTok-linked project called “Episode of NINE LIVES,” a series of short dramas starring each of the nine members.
The limited first-press Blu-ray reportedly includes a director’s cut and behind-the-scenes footage.
It’s a groovy dance tune themed around a nine-member group × “cats have nine lives”! If you can pull it off at karaoke, it’s a guaranteed attention-grabber! You can sing it solo, or split the parts and sing it as a duo—how you approach it makes it even more fun! Within a single track you’ll find ultra-high notes and rap sections; keeping pitch, managing breath control, and handling the relatively fast tempo will test your sense of rhythm.
If you firmly memorize the melody line and focus less on “pushing your voice out” and more on “resonance,” you’ll find it feels great to sing!
Episode XAdo
Ado, a vocalist widely supported by many generations—especially young people—continues to create buzz with every release.
Her track “Episode X” drew particular attention in the singer community for its high level of difficulty.
The song not only features falsetto but also showcases Ado’s signature shouts throughout.
It’s not just about singing powerfully; certain parts require delicate delivery, making it a piece that demands a wide range of vocal techniques.
Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE
Personally, I think this is arguably the most difficult song by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE.
It goes down easy when you listen, so you might assume it’s straightforward to sing, but when my vocal students actually try it, many end up lost in pitch because the tempo is fast.
The song itself is a summer staple where exhilaration and wistfulness intersect.
In karaoke, it’s a rewarding challenge that tests a comprehensive set of skills: range, tempo, and expressiveness.
“Ao to Natsu” gives the impression that there are many songs within one track, with the first and second verses having distinctly different vibes.
The range is, of course, wide—D#3 to E5—and the intensity ramps up toward the end with a flurry of high notes.
Momentum matters, but choosing where to switch to head voice is also key.
Tackle it melody by melody, clearing each part as you go.
Let’s practice as summer approaches!