Challenge yourself with difficult songs at karaoke! Tracks that will earn you praise if you can sing them well
Even when you think, “I want to try this song at karaoke!”, once you actually give it a shot you sometimes run into unexpected hurdles—like a range that’s too wide or rhythms that are too complex.
What technical elements make certain songs difficult to sing? In this article, we’re featuring high-difficulty tracks that are especially rewarding to tackle at karaoke.
We also touch on which parts are challenging and what kind of vocal approach is required, so if you want to expand your expressive range as a singer, be sure to check it out!
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Challenge difficult songs at karaoke! Tracks that will earn you praise if you can sing them well (91–100)
mixed nutsOfisharu Higedan Dism
A digital-only track by the Japanese piano pop band Official HIGE DANDism, released on April 15, 2022.
It was written specifically as the opening theme for the TV anime SPY x FAMILY.
Satoshi Fujihara, the vocalist of Official HIGE DANDism, is widely recognized for his strong vocal ability, but the biggest hurdle for most people attempting this song is how well they can sing the 16-beat-based rhythm without making it feel flat.
If you can’t manage this and the groove ends up sounding heavy and stuck, it will spoil the song’s vibe no matter how beautifully you hit the high notes.
Please pay close attention to your sense of rhythm and how you feel the beat when you sing.
StardomKing Gnu
King Gnu is known for having many difficult songs.
While the general public often says songs with lots of high notes—like “Hakujitsu”—are hard, that particular track isn’t too difficult as long as you can hit the falsetto.
But “Stardom” is different.
It features a wide range of vocal techniques within a single song, from intense, shout-infused sections to delicate parts centered on mixed voice.
If songs that are merely high don’t satisfy you, give this one a try.
Challenge yourself with difficult songs at karaoke! Tracks that will earn you praise if you can pull them off (101–110)
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.
YGXY
XY is a group produced by X JAPAN’s YOSHIKI that unites a band and an idol act into one.
Their sound—adding band elements to K-pop-like visuals and performances—feels very fresh and has gained strong support from young audiences.
Their song “YG” is one of XY’s signature tracks.
Compared to their previous works, this release has a more rock-oriented feel, so a harder vocal style is required.
In addition, because it includes K-pop-like sections, it’s a highly challenging song that also demands rap skills and falsetto technique.
Shineyuzu
It was released in 2014 as Yuzu’s 41st single.
The song was used in a commercial for Nippon Life, and it reached No.
8 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
Yuzu’s songs all have very high keys, making them quite challenging to sing.
This song also has a very high key in the chorus, so be mindful of where you resonate in your body as you sing.
ROSEHANA
In 2025, HANA—a seven-member female group that could well be called one of the year’s most talked-about acts—burst onto the scene.
Produced by CHANMINA, their fluid movement between hip-hop and R&B, paired with world-class sound quality, made a powerful impact both in Japan and abroad.
Their debut track “ROSE,” released in April 2025, was an undeniable hit, racking up 15 million views on YouTube within three weeks and showcasing the immense potential of all seven members.
With a firm “no lip-syncing” policy, their talent is obvious from the official live performances available—though of course, attempting their songs at karaoke will demand a comparable level of vocal skill.
From robust, R&B-inflected vocals that soar across high and low registers to razor-sharp rap, if you and your confident singer friends can pull off a faithful recreation, you’ll undoubtedly be the stars of the night at karaoke!
rock starAdo
Ado, who first rose to prominence in her teens as a masked singer who never shows her bare face, has been taking the scene by storm with unstoppable momentum since her major debut in 2020.
Her unforgettable voice is supported by overwhelming power and a wide expressive range; both her forceful shouts and airy falsetto carry a unique sensuality.
In April 2025, she released a track that clearly reflects the influence of Ringo Sheena, whom she respects.
Included on her first best-of album, “Ado no Best Album,” the song “Rockstar” lives up to its straightforward title, showcasing Ado’s aggressive side with a hard rock sound at its core.
While the song’s structure is relatively simple hard rock and the melody line isn’t overly complex, singing it from Ado’s menacing low tones to her lustrous, powerful falsetto seems extremely challenging.
If you don’t keep your vocal cords firmly closed and fully master diaphragmatic breathing before attempting shouts, you’ll quickly strain your throat—so be careful about that, too.