[Long Songs] Songs over 6 minutes long that you want to sing at karaoke
What kind of songs do you sing at karaoke?
People have all sorts of preferences—from upbeat tracks that lift your spirits to tender ballads that resonate in your heart—but here we’re focusing on “songs with long performance times.”
At karaoke, you want to sing your favorite songs comfortably while keeping the vibe in mind, right?
We’ve gathered songs that let you sing for a long time.
These might be a bit hard to choose in a large group, but they’re all wonderful songs, so enjoy them solo or with close friends and fellow fans!
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[Long Songs] Long tracks over 6 minutes that you’ll want to sing at karaoke (31–40)
ZeroBUMP OF CHICKEN
A song by the rock band BUMP OF CHICKEN, known for hits like “Tentai Kansoku” and “Acacia.” It was released in 2011 as their 21st single.
The track was written as the theme song for the game Final Fantasy Type-0.
Its sound arrangement, with remarkable depth and richness, is overwhelming.
It feels as if it captures the world of Final Fantasy Type-0 exactly as it is.
If you sing it at karaoke, you’ll want to take your time and put your heart into it.
JupiterHirahara Ayaka
Ayaka Hirahara’s debut song, which captivates fans with her overwhelming vocal prowess and never lets go.
Based on the fourth movement “Jupiter” from Gustav Holst’s The Planets, this piece drew major attention for its striking contrast between the grand ensemble and her powerful vocals.
Released in December 2003, it became a huge hit.
It’s a timeless masterpiece with a beautiful, moving melody you’ll want to lose yourself in.
A complete reproduction may be quite difficult—but that’s exactly what makes it so rewarding!
I’ll beMr.Children
“I’ll be” is a track from the 1999 album “DISCOVERY.” Its running time is 9 minutes and 23 seconds, and it was later re-released as a single.
The band sound that starts with guitar and vocals and gradually builds is really cool.
Although there are many high notes, the tempo is slow, so you can sing freely.
Messenger from Sunday↑THE HIGH-LOWS↓
This is a signature song by THE HIGH-LOWS, where a rock sound and heartwarming lyrics are perfectly matched.
Featured on their October 1995 album “THE HIGH-LOWS,” the track gained attention as the ending theme for the TV show “Downtown no Gotsu Ee Kanji” and as the theme song for the 2004 film “Zebraman.” The protagonist’s resolve to live with humor and kindness, without hurting others, makes it universally relatable and deeply appealing.
With a lively rhythm and friendly melody that make its roughly six-minute runtime feel short, it’s a song you can relax and enjoy even at karaoke—a tune you’ll want to sing to your heart’s content with good friends.
The sky we were looking at from the same windowKobukuro
Especially for working adults, this is a track that can make you feel sentimental as you listen.
It’s a piece by the musical duo Kobukuro, included on their fifth album, Nameless World, released in 2005.
The intimate, direct vocal delivery perfectly matches the acoustic arrangement.
The lyrics, which feel like they’re pouring straight from the heart, really hit home.
If you perform it at karaoke, you’ll want to sing it with the same passionate intensity as the song itself!
[Long Songs] 6-minute-plus long songs you’ll want to sing at karaoke (41–50)
A Certain Light (JFK 8’16” Full Length)Ozawa Kenji
This is the 17th single released in December 1997 by Kenji Ozawa, who has been active since the 1990s.
A grand piece that runs 8 minutes and 16 seconds, it is the longest of Ozawa’s singles.
Inspired the moment he arrived at JFK Airport in the United States, the song is said to be dedicated to his late grandfather.
Through depictions of city clamor and railway tracks, the lyrics resonate as they search for an enduring hope amid a sense of loss.
Although it was not included on any original studio album, it has long been celebrated among fans as one of his finest songs.
When you’re worn out by everyday life, it’s perfect to sing alone, quietly feeling the light within your heart.
Let your body move with the rhythm and cherish every word as you weave it.
Come, spring.Matsutōya Yumi
Since its release in 1994, “Haru yo, Koi” has become a classic that has been covered by numerous artists.
Layering the beauty of the seasons with feelings of love, it expresses the delicate emotion of waiting for spring.
The tempo is surprisingly relaxed, and the song itself runs on the longer side.
It’s a hit that never bores listeners, making it suitable for any setting.