[Long Songs] Songs over 6 minutes long that you want to sing at karaoke

My Best Of My LifeSuperfly

Superfly 『My Best Of My Life』Music Video

It’s a ballad that combines a grand scale with a powerful message.

While carrying loneliness, confusion, and anxiety, it portrays a woman’s determination to face forward and live strongly, with both power and delicacy.

Shiho Ochi’s soulful, soaring vocals resonate deeply with listeners.

Released in May 2009, it was used as the theme song for the drama “BOSS.” It is also included on the album “Box Emotions” and reached No.

11 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

Additionally, it was selected as the entrance march for the 82nd National High School Baseball Invitational Tournament.

Despite its runtime of over six minutes, it’s a compelling piece, making it perfect for karaoke to fully showcase your expressiveness.

It’s a song you’ll want to sing carefully and wholeheartedly as a cherished memory with someone important.

Fragments of an EncounterKetsumeishi

Ketsumeishi “Fragments of Encounters”

This is a gem of a medium-tempo ballad that gently depicts growth through encounters and farewells.

Released in January 2008, it marked Ketsumeishi’s first time providing a theme song for a film, beautifully capturing the world of the movie “Flowers Blooming in the Shade” (Kage Hinata ni Saku).

Also included on the album “Ketsuno Police 6,” the song garnered wide support, reaching No.

2 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

Seamlessly blending mellow rap with a catchy melody, the track is distinguished by its richly emotive piano lines.

It’s a perfect choice for karaoke with friends or for moments when you want to reflect on memories with someone special.

tobacco / cigarette(s)Koresawa

Koresawa “Tobacco” [Music Video]

It’s a painfully honest story song that realistically portrays heartbreak.

Over more than six minutes, post-breakup emotions are carefully traced alongside the gentle tones of an acoustic guitar.

A pack of cigarettes left behind by an ex becomes the trigger for recalling the time they spent together, and looking back, only regret remains—such a bittersweet inner landscape is woven through Koresawa’s delicate vocals.

Released in March 2017, just before her major-label debut, this piece can be considered a culmination of her work.

It’s also included on the album “Korekara,” where it continues to be loved.

The melodious, straightforward lyrics are sure to resonate deeply with anyone who has experienced heartbreak.

On nights when you want to face your own feelings, try singing it at karaoke.

finaleL’Arc〜en〜Ciel

L’Arc～en～Ciel「finale」-Music Clip-

The song “finale” by L’Arc~en~Ciel—whose band name comes from the French word for “rainbow”—was included on their 2000 album REAL.

It features a moving melody and poetic lyrics, portraying the poignancy of lost love and fate.

The lyrics, imbued with the songwriter’s deep emotions, convey complex feelings wavering between dreams, hopes, and a love that has slipped away.

Vivid imagery leaves a strong impression, resonating deeply with listeners.

For those who spent their youth around the year 2000, it evokes a sense of nostalgia while stirring fresh emotions.

This is a song you can grow to empathize with over time, making it a great choice for moments when you want to deepen emotional connection or turn inward during solo karaoke.

Sand of the SkirtUA

UA – Sand in the Skirt (Official Video)

UA’s 12th single, “Skirt no Suna” (“Sand on the Skirt”), is a masterpiece released in 1999.

Blending diverse genres and featuring a wide range of musicians, the track is made even more compelling by UA’s soulful vocals and expressive delivery.

The lyrics evoke a longing for freedom, a gentle wistfulness, and a hopeful love.

It’s the kind of song that makes you forget the everyday, brush the sand off in the breeze, and recover a touch of playfulness.

While it’s also included on the album “turbo,” I especially recommend the single version to fans for its unique charm.

It’s perfect for a long karaoke session, a song you’ll want to sing from the heart as you feel a deep connection with friends and close companions.

FRAGILEKawamoto Makoto

[PV] Makoto Kawamoto - FRAGILE

An avant-garde piece that completely captivates you with its distinctive atmosphere.

It’s a song by singer-songwriter Makoto Kawamoto, known for her unique musical style, released in 2000 as her seventh single.

Kawamoto’s powerful vocals shine over the curious rhythm and sound, which carry hints of funky music, resulting in a highly addictive track.

The scat sections between verses really stick in your ears.

Rather than imitating Kawamoto’s singing style, it might be more fun to sing it in your own way, just as you feel.

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LOVE SONGLUNA SEA

LUNA SEA – 「LOVE SONG」MV

Known as pioneers of the visual kei scene, LUNA SEA’s song “LOVE SONG” is a ballad crafted by SUGIZO that portrays profound emotions.

Featured on the 2000 best-of album “PERIOD ~THE BEST SELECTION~,” its delicate acoustic guitar tones leave a lasting impression on the listener’s heart.

The poetic, symbolic lyrics seem to reveal a sense of solitude, the depth of love, and a trust in a hope-filled future.

It’s a song best savored with care—especially during late-night solo karaoke sessions or with close friends who share your feelings.

Truly, it’s perfect for spending time as if engaging in a dialogue of emotions.