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)
RISE UPNiziU
NiziU, an idol group that’s also popular in South Korea.
Their track RISE UP is a new song released as their 1st EP.
Unlike their previous pop-oriented style, this work is crafted with a more stylish musical approach.
As a result, it features more technically challenging elements than their earlier songs—most notably, vocal “runs” (often called “fakes” in Japanese).
This advanced technique, frequently used in R&B, appears in several spots throughout the track, even if not excessively.
If you’re confident in a Western-style singing approach, definitely give it a try.
DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE
Mrs.
GREEN APPLE’s digital-only single “Darling,” their first release of 2025, is a grand ballad that makes extensive use of strings.
Ballads are, by nature, a test of a singer’s true ability, and for Motoki Omori—whose vocal prowess is exceptional—it’s the perfect stage to showcase his strengths.
The melody line leverages high-level techniques to the fullest, including a wide vocal range, natural vibrato, seamless command of mixed voice, and exquisite volume control, making it very challenging.
The difficulty is especially high in the section before the final chorus, where the pitch rises step by step.
If you’re confident in your skills, definitely give it a try.
Naked Eyes (feat. Kohjiya)Bonbero
Bonbero is a rapper known for possessing an exceptionally high-level skill set that undoubtedly ranks among the top five in Japan.
His new track is “Naked Eyes (feat.
Kohjiya).” It’s a pure rap song, so you might think, “If it’s rap, I can probably sing it,” but that’s not the case.
Incredibly complex flows explode throughout the verses, demanding a strong sense of rhythm to pull off.
If you’re confident in your rapping, definitely give it a try.
IllusionMY FIRST STORY × HYDE
The song “MUGEN,” a collaboration featuring HYDE—well known from MY FIRST STORY and L’Arc~en~Ciel—has garnered attention since its release, also serving as the theme song for the popular anime Demon Slayer.
At first listen, it may not seem particularly difficult.
However, once you try singing it, you’ll find that the chorus contains repeated high notes, making it hard to stay on pitch, and there are few chances to breathe, so it demands endurance.
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!
Who am I?TK from RIN TO SHITE SIGURE
TK, the frontman of Ling tosite sigure.
Lately he’s been very active with his solo work, churning out hit songs.
Among them, the one I especially recommend as a particularly difficult piece to sing is Dare Ga Tame.
Crafted almost entirely in the higher register, this song features high-vocal techniques like mixed voice and falsetto.
Since most of it sits in the high range, some people might even get a headache.
If you’re confident in your vocal stamina, definitely give it a try.
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.