[Karaoke] Songs That Make It Easy to Score High | From Classics to the Newest Hits
The skills required for Japanese music from a while back and those for today’s J-pop have changed significantly.
Since a relaxed singing style is now the mainstream, techniques like delicate pitch control and a clear, airy falsetto are becoming essential.
This time, we’ve picked songs that match modern trends while still letting anyone aim for high karaoke scores without strain.
You’ll also find easy-to-understand explanations from a former and current vocal coach, so be sure to check it out to the end!
Playlist
| For men | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | Foolish (Prod. Taka Perry)Aile The Shota |  play_arrow | A stylish, high-sense talent spotted by SKY-HI… |
| 2 | Bunny GirlAKASAKI |  play_arrow | Right now, on TikTok, Instagram, a— |
| 3 | Sakura, flutterSazan Ōrusutāzu |  play_arrow | Energizing Japan’s music scene over many years… |
| 4 | AzaleaYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | From catchy ballads to downer dance... |
| 5 | ACTORTomonari Sora |  play_arrow | A singer-songwriter who has garnered overwhelming support from teens… |
| 6 | Straight Up feat. JESSEDragon Ash |  play_arrow | Dragon Ash’s RISE and The … |
| 7 | Voice of the SeaKiritani Kenta |  play_arrow | A single sung by actor Kenta Kiritani, featured in au’s… |
| 8 | Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro |  play_arrow | Doraemon's theme song has a wide vocal range and is easy to sing. |
| 9 | SHUJINKOKujira Yoru no Machi |  play_arrow | Under the concept of creating fantasy... |
| 10 | Until the World Ends…WANDS |  play_arrow | 90s rock, a classic with a high score! |
| 11 | OrangeSPYAIR |  play_arrow | Haikyu!! theme song: rock of youth and passion |
| 12 | Limit-Break x SurvivorHikawa Kiyoshi |  play_arrow | A high-energy anime song performed by Kiyoshi Hikawa |
| 13 | kaiju (giant monster)Sakanakushon |  play_arrow | Explanation of singing techniques for anime theme songs |
| 14 | Dan Dan Kokoro HikaretekuFIELD OF VIEW |  play_arrow | Tips for Singing 'DAN DAN Kokoro Hikareteku' |
| 15 | fireworks (launched into the sky)Yonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Solo version commentary of Kenshi Yonezu’s “Uchiage Hanabi” |
| 16 | RADWIMPSai ni dekiru koto wa mada aru kai |  play_arrow | Tips for singing RADWIMPS’ theme song for Weathering with You |
| 17 | It’s love.V6 |  play_arrow | A classic by V6, rhythmic with attractive high notes. |
| 18 | Mr.ChildrenTabidachi no Uta |  play_arrow | Tips for singing 'Tabidachi no Uta' |
| 19 | Goodbye ElegySuda Masaki |  play_arrow | It is the third single by actor Masaki Suda, released in 201… |
| 20 | EXILEmichi |  play_arrow | A low-pitched ballad by EXILE. Sing with attention to pitch and expressiveness. |
| 21 | Fujifabricakakiiro no kinmokusei |  play_arrow | Fujifabric 3rd single |
| 22 | Seeds of joyMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A long-lost track is officially included for the 10th anniversary of their debut |
| 23 | KobukuroIma, sakihokoru hanatachi yo |  play_arrow | NHK's Sochi Olympics theme song, a Kobukuro track that's easy to sing |
| 24 | Beyond the Night SkySMAP |  play_arrow | The SMAP that’s so famous it needs no introduction… |
| 25 | single bedSha ran Q |  play_arrow | Sharam Q, with their sixth single in January 1994… |
| 26 | yuzusutoorii |  play_arrow | For Yuzu’s high-pitched songs, keeping the pitch steady is the key to scoring well. |
| 27 | illustrated reference bookSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | The field guide is suited for grading, and you can aim for a perfect score of 100. |
| 28 | plazmaYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | A 2025 tour de force by Kenshi Yonezu |
| 29 | protagonistSUPER BEAVER |  play_arrow | SUPER BEAVER’s “Shujinkō” chosen as the 2025 theme song for Mezamashi TV |
| 30 | SakurazakaFukuyama Masaharu |  play_arrow | The 15th single by Masaharu Fukuyama, an actor and singer… |
| 31 | True LoveFujii Fumiya |  play_arrow | As Fumiya Fujii’s second solo sin… |
| 32 | I want to be kinder.Saitō Kazuyoshi |  play_arrow | As you may know from the TV drama “Kaseifu no Mita”… |
| 33 | Like the beginningRen |  play_arrow | Explanation of the vocal techniques in REN’s solo song |
| 34 | Romantic Flightkome kome CLUB |  play_arrow | Released in April 1990, Kome Kome Club’s No. 1… |
| 35 | cold; curt; blunt; unfriendlyRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | RAD, which began distribution in November 2018… |
| 36 | Full-Power BoySukima Suichi |  play_arrow | It’s Sukima Switch’s fifth single overall, and 2… |
| 37 | A Little Love SongMONGOL800 |  play_arrow | It’s one of MONGOL800’s signature songs, released in 2001… |
| 38 | At all times.Makihara Noriyuki |  play_arrow | Even though this famous song is a wonderful one, everyone... |
| For women | |||
| 39 | SunYorushika |  play_arrow | Yorushika’s languid song “Taiyō” (The Sun) |
| 40 | 27:00Burandē Senki |  play_arrow | Stylish, narrow vocal range but distinctive song |
| 41 | Become a flowerRyokushokushakai |  play_arrow | The opening theme song “Become a Flower” from the TV anime “Kusuriya (The Apothecary).” |
| 42 | After all, I’m an idolAKB48 |  play_arrow | AKB48’s cover of Kyoko Koizumi’s song is a masterpiece. |
| 43 | ALL I WANTHirate Yurina |  play_arrow | Yurina Hirate’s solo song, a stylish allure |
| 44 | God knows…suzumiya haruhi (hirano aya) |  play_arrow | Let's sing 'God knows...' with expressive power! |
| 45 | A happy promise.riria. |  play_arrow | Riria’s masterpiece “A Happy Promise” is a must-listen. |
| 46 | If I could become a constellationkessoku bando |  play_arrow | Kessoku Band’s “If I Could Become a Constellation” is popular. |
| 47 | Blooming at nightHoshimachi Suisei |  play_arrow | Introduction to Easy-to-Sing Songs to Watch in 2025 on JOYSOUND |
| 48 | May it be filled with kindnessJUJU |  play_arrow | An impressive rock ballad song by JUJU |
| 49 | Time goes byEvery Little Thing |  play_arrow | ELT’s 1998 hit song, popular at karaoke |
| 50 | SoupFujihara Sakura |  play_arrow | Sakura Fujiwara, who performed the theme song for the drama “Love Song.” |
| 51 | Try EverythingDream Ami |  play_arrow | Theme song of Zootopia, sung by Dream Ami |
| 52 | White LoveSPEED |  play_arrow | SPEED’s smash hit, also popular at karaoke |
| 53 | Marigoldaimyon |  play_arrow | AIMYON’s fifth single, a captivating song. |
| 54 | ORIONNakajima Mika |  play_arrow | Mika Nakashima ballads you can score high with at karaoke |
| 55 | DESIRENakamori Akina |  play_arrow | Akina Nakamori’s classic, a melody from the Showa era |
| 56 | Love isKato Miria |  play_arrow | The 10th work by Miliyah Kato, a song that’s easy to sing with the Canon progression. |
| 57 | cherry (sweet cherry; cherry fruit)Otsuka Ai |  play_arrow | Ai Otsuka’s hit single is popular at karaoke. |
| 58 | secret base 〜What You Gave Me〜ZONE |  play_arrow | A classic by ZONE—a masterpiece where youth and nostalgia coexist. |
| 59 | User ManualNishino Kana |  play_arrow | Kana Nishino’s classic wedding songs and movie theme songs |
| 60 | The Future Projection IIDREAMS COME TRUE |  play_arrow | Representative songs by DREAMS COME TRUE with easy-to-sing melodies that can aim for high scores |
| 61 | Lingering Snowiruka |  play_arrow | The charm of Iruka’s classic song “Nagori Yuki” |