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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A selection of difficult songs that will earn you respect if you can nail them at karaoke! (81–90)
J.O.K.E.R.MAZZEL
MAZZEL, a rising dance-vocal group under BMSG led by SKY-HI, has been gaining popularity.
Released in February 2025, “J.O.K.E.R.” is a solid, cool, trap-inspired dance track that showcases the members’ skilled performances—from powerful, bass-heavy rap to captivating falsetto melodies.
Naturally, tackling it at karaoke requires above-average skill, and reproducing it solo is close to impossible, so it’s best sung with friends.
Keep the beat firmly in mind, and try treating the melody as part of the groove as well!
MY LIFELANA
LANA, the sister of popular rapper LEX, is an R&B singer who’s gained recognition for her exceptional vocal ability.
Her vocals, born from a husky tone, are highly acclaimed within the industry.
Among her tracks, the one I especially recommend is “MY LIFE.” As a full-fledged R&B song, it features numerous instances of advanced techniques like vocal runs and ad-libs.
It demands a challenging, foreign-style approach to singing, so definitely give it a try.
Always With MeKimura Yumi
This is also the theme song of one of Studio Ghibli’s most popular works, Spirited Away.
Like Princess Mononoke, it features sustained high notes, making it feel difficult to sing.
That delicate vocal quality, together with the lyrics and melody, seems to create a gentle yet wistful atmosphere.
F.E.A.R.B’z
A hard rock number with that signature B’z flair—defined by its heavy sound and ominous worldview! Just being able to handle B’z at karaoke is already impressive, but if you can really nail this one, you’re basically a rock star.
“F.E.A.R.” spans everything from Inaba’s low spoken parts to high-pitched shouts, demanding both expressive range and precise vocal control.
The guitar riff stands out prominently, so keeping the rhythm of the vocal line steady can be tough.
Also, it’s easy to rely on your throat for the shouts, but that can blow your voice in one go—make sure to engage your vocal cords properly.
Place a finger in the hollow between your collarbones and sing as if you’re projecting the sound from there!
NOX LUXMYTH & ROID
MYTH & ROID is a music unit led by producer Tom-H@ck.
It’s pronounced “Miss and Roid.” Among their songs, the one I especially recommend is NOX LUX.
It’s a piece defined by a driving, artcore-like momentum and is sung entirely in falsetto.
It’s not just high notes—low falsetto passages appear repeatedly, so you’ll need strong confidence in your head voice to pull it off.
Be sure to add it to your repertoire.
IKAROSKing Gnu
King Gnu’s track “IKAROS,” which sparked a boom from 2022 to 2023 with its indie-style, melody-driven sound, is a piece marked by a very relaxed tempo and striking, expansive falsetto and mixed voice.
However, the truly challenging aspect of this song actually lies in the low notes.
While the highest note is hi C#—not outrageously high—low-note phrases suddenly appear partway through the song.
The lowest note at that point is low C#, which is very difficult even for the average male singer, so it’s unquestionably an S-tier level of difficulty.
Pick up challenging songs that will earn you respect if you can nail them at karaoke! (91–100)
INAZMANOMELON NOLEMON
It’s a signature song by the unit with lyrics and composition by Tsumiki and vocals by Miki Maria, released as a single on August 13, 2021.
It features a sharp, edgy rock sound and lyrics themed around lightning-like impact, and it’s also a fan favorite at live shows.
I love the rock vibe and lyrics of “INAZMA,” and I often sing it at karaoke! Because the tempo is fast, if you’re not used to the song you might struggle with breath timing and feel like you’re getting left behind, and the many onomatopoeic lines can trip up your tongue.
It’s best to get comfortable with the tempo before trying it at karaoke! Also, since it goes quite high, singing with a bit of extra energy helps your voice carry better—highly recommended!