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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Take on challenging songs at karaoke! Tracks that will earn you praise if you can pull them off (191–200)
Server Downmurasaki ima
Shion, a female singer-songwriter known for her compositions that showcase elements of authentic Black music within a catchy musical style.
In “Masho no Onna A,” she delivered vocals that shone with intensity and sensuality, but this work features a style that brings R&B to the forefront.
Across the track, you’ll hear parts that mix falsetto and riffs/ad-libs, as well as advanced R&B techniques like whisper voice and falls.
Give it a try.
AwA AwAchōtokkyū
Right now, the hottest boy group is Cho-Tokkyu (BULLET TRAIN).
Rather than a conventional boy group, their slightly unique musical style really stands out.
Among their songs, the one I especially recommend is AwA AwA.
It’s a track that frequently appears on TV, so I think many of you already know it.
The challenging part of this piece is the falsetto in the chorus.
You fill the chorus using a tone somewhere between mixed voice and falsetto, and that’s where pitch control and stamina become the real hurdles.
Happy EnderTHE BEAT GARDEN
THE BEAT GARDEN is a music unit known for its rare lineup of four vocalists and one DJ.
Their new song “Happy Ender” spans a very wide vocal range.
The most striking feature is the mixed voice.
Mixed voice appears throughout the track, and because it’s the type that requires powerful, belted delivery, the piece is quite selective in terms of who can even produce the necessary vocals.
On top of that, the vocal line has dramatic rises and falls, making this undeniably an S-tier difficulty song.
NIGHT DANCERimase
Singer-songwriter imase, who enjoys support from younger generations with his R&B-tinged tracks.
Among his works, one of the most challenging in the high register is NIGHT DANCER.
While the song isn’t extremely high overall, much of the chorus is sung in falsetto, requiring a high level of control.
It’s a trending track you’ll often hear on TikTok and Instagram Reels, so be sure to master it.
Challenge yourself with tough songs at karaoke! Tracks that will earn you praise if you can pull them off (201–210)
LOSERYonezu Kenshi
Kenshi Yonezu’s fifth major-label single, whose popularity is soaring like a bird in flight.
With its fast tempo and a structure that keeps the vocals going without a break, just keeping up is quite a challenge.
It’s a song that seems to sing about feelings of inferiority, yet despite its backward-looking tone, it’s also forward-looking, offering the intriguing sensation that makes its lyrics so compelling.
SAKURA DropsUtada Hikaru
It was released in 2002 as Hikaru Utada’s 11th single.
The song was used as the theme for the TBS TV drama “First Love” and reached No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
Among Hikaru Utada’s songs, it features a high key, distinctive vocal phrasing, and challenging rhythms.
C.U.R.I.O.S.I.T.Y. feat. Paledusk and CHICO CARLITOONE OK ROCK
Speaking of Taka, the vocalist of ONE OK ROCK who continues to work globally not only in Japan but around the world, he’s also known for his powerful singing ability, effortlessly handling everything from a wide vocal range to shouts.
Many people admire Taka, but this time I’d like to introduce C.U.R.I.O.S.I.T.Y.
as a song with a high level of difficulty for karaoke.
It’s a track from the album DETOX, released in February 2025, and it’s shaped into an aggressive loud rock number featuring CHICO CARLITO, a rapper from Okinawa, and Paledusk, a band popular for their hybrid metalcore sound.
With all-English lyrics, the song busily jumps between restrained sections, high-pitched shouts, and melodic parts, and even requires rapping and growls.
So if Taka’s parts alone feel too tough, I recommend tackling it at karaoke with a few friends—especially those who are good at rap and growls!
