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 (181–190)
7th TriggerUVERworld
It’s UVERworld’s 21st single, released in 2012.
The melody and overall vibe develop pretty quickly, so it’s all about practice! It’s got a great groove, and if you manage to get through the whole song, it feels really refreshing.
Give it a try for some stress relief!
AmbivalentUru
Uru is a female singer-songwriter known for her soft, distinctive vocal tone.
She’s recognized for a variety of styles, from rock-tinged J-pop to classic mainstream J-pop, and she’s especially popular among listeners in their teens and twenties.
Among her works, a standout recommendation is Ambivalent.
While the vocal line itself isn’t particularly difficult, trying to replicate her whispery voice immediately raises the level of difficulty.
If you’re aiming for a high level of polish, practice producing sustained long tones in a breathy, whisper-like voice that uses plenty of breath.
AdventureYOASOBI
This is YOASOBI’s 17th digital-only single, released in February 2023.
The most important factor in mastering this song for karaoke is whether you can smoothly switch between falsetto and chest voice in the high sections.
First, develop a seamless transition between registers, and then make sure to deliver a clear, punchy attack on each word of the lyrics as you sing.
If that becomes vague, the lively vibe of the original will be lost.
Beautiful finsupittsu
Spitz’s 46th single in total, released in April 2023.
It was reportedly written as the theme song for the feature film Detective Conan: Black Iron Submarine.
While the song conveys a somewhat heartwarming mood, the vocal part is top-tier in difficulty—starting with a chorus melody that spans a wide range, contrary to the track’s gentle atmosphere.
To pull this off at karaoke, you’ll need precise pitch accuracy and the ability to switch vocal placement appropriately to match the notes you’re singing.
The beat also has a slight bounce to it, so be careful not to let it flatten out, and make sure your vocals don’t rush ahead of the backing track as you sing.
First LoveUtada Hikaru
All of Hikaru Utada’s songs are famously difficult, but this one is probably the best known and the hardest.
The tempo is on the slower side, but the gap between the low and high notes is so large that I don’t think anyone without a very wide vocal range can really pull it off.
MHamasaki Ayumi
This is another classic example of a difficult song.
The reason people say that is its pitch.
Even those who are good with high notes find the chorus so high that they can’t get their voice out.
But if you lower the key, other parts become too low and those end up being un-singable instead.
TipTapShimizu Miisa
Miisa Shimizu is a female singer-songwriter who is also active on variety shows.
She’s known for her powerful vocal ability, characterized by a soulful style rooted in R&B and soul.
Her new song, TipTap, features a sound reminiscent of electro-swing, though it leans more toward R&B than jazzy vocals.
With frequent use of falsetto and ad-libs, it’s a song that demands considerable vocal skill to pull off.