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 tough songs at karaoke! Tracks that will earn you praise if you can pull them off (121–130)
Killer BallGesu no Kiwami Otome.
Gesu no Kiwami Otome captivate listeners with pop melodies infused with jazz and progressive elements.
Released in May 2022, this track epitomizes the band’s musical identity.
Enon Kawatani’s masterful songwriting shines, sharply portraying the alienation of modern society and the complexity of human relationships.
Notably, the midsection incorporates Chopin’s Fantaisie-Impromptu, achieving a brilliant fusion with classical music.
The lyrics depict emotional fluctuations arising from the interplay between self and others, emphasizing the importance of “continuing to dance.” It’s a recommended piece for advanced singers looking for a karaoke challenge, as well as for those who want to savor musical depth.
On the edge (chop)B’z
Even among B’z’s songs, “Giri Giri Chop” is quite a difficult one.
First, the fast tempo will be a major hurdle.
And it’s not just fast—it uses a swung “shuffle” rhythm, so you need solid rhythm sense to sing it.
On top of that, the key is very high, which makes it virtually impossible for most people.
Keep IT RealONE OK ROCK
This is the title track from an album released in 2006.
Don’t get thrown off by the tempo changes between fast and slow—sing it through with confidence.
If you try singing the Japanese lyrics as if you were pronouncing English, it might bring out that ONE OK ROCK vibe.
Cry BabyOfisharu Higedan Dism
This is a digital download–only single by Official HIGE DANDism, released on May 7, 2021.
It was selected as the opening theme for the TV anime Tokyo Revengers.
As a vocal piece, the song is quite difficult: it modulates key multiple times throughout, and the arrangement dynamically shifts in step with those changes.
The vocal performance by Satoshi Fujihara is especially notable—his projection, and particularly his powerful, soaring high tones, are outstanding.
To reproduce this in karaoke, you’ll need significant singing ability, including vocal production, pitch accuracy, and expressive control.
Precisely because of that, mastering this song should bring an exceptional sense of accomplishment.
Give it your best and aim to make it your own!
Challenge tough songs at karaoke! Tracks that will earn you praise if you can pull them off (131–140)
Indigo squaredYorushika
A track from the rock duo Yorushika’s first full-length album, “Therefore, I Quit Music.” The challenging part of singing this song isn’t just the chorus, where the melody moves up and down intricately; it’s actually making sure your singing and voice don’t get buried in the A melody section, which is built mostly around slightly lower notes.
For the high notes, it should be fine if you use falsetto well and switch smoothly with your chest voice, so try finding a key that makes the low parts comfortable to sing.
Fight for your heartMiura Haruma
Haruma Miura, who rose to prominence as an actor.
This song he sings is a number that emphasizes coolness.
Because it’s neither particularly high nor low, controlling the voice is tricky.
There’s also the risk that if you don’t lean fully into the cool, it can end up feeling awkward.
The song itself is very appealing, so the key is figuring out how to perform it well.
KING BITCHjoōbachi
A single by the Japanese alternative rock band Queen Bee, released on November 12, 2021.
From rapid-fire, rap-style verses to sections where soaring high notes come one after another—this is a song that will be quite difficult to sing at karaoke.
The most crucial point when performing it is whether you can firmly feel and keep the off-beat rhythm while singing.
Make sure you lock into the rhythm, and pay attention to smoothly switching your vocal placement for the high parts as you tackle the song!