A Guide to Classic Autumn Songs to Sing at Karaoke in October
In October, when the trees start to change colors, our hearts naturally slip into an autumn mood.
Do you ever find yourself unsure about what karaoke songs to choose for this season? Songs with a sense of the season are perfect for getting everyone excited.
In this article, we’ll introduce picks for different scenes—from classic songs that sing of autumn landscapes and the bittersweetness of love, to tracks you’ll want to croon leisurely on long autumn nights.
You’ll find everything from lyrics that evoke the essence of fall to calmer, more relaxed tunes.
Why not make your karaoke sessions even more enjoyable with heartwarming songs perfect for the season of falling leaves?
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Autumn Classics Guide for Songs to Sing at October Karaoke (71–80)
Crazy Party Night ~Revenge of the Pumpkin~kyarī pamyu pamyu
“Crazy Party Night ~Pumpkin no Gyakushū~” is Kyary Pamyu Pamyu’s 11th single, released in 2015.
Created as the theme song for the “Kyary Pamyu Pamyu JAPAN HALL TOUR” held in 2015, the track is Halloween-themed.
It was also used as a commercial song for Coca-Cola and AEON’s Halloween campaigns.
With a fun, theme-park-like sound, it’s sure to get everyone pumped up at karaoke!
late autumngagaga supi
“Late Autumn” is the fifth single by the punk rock band Gagaga SP, released in 2002.
It was also included on their third album released in 2003, which reached No.
5 on the Oricon album chart.
The song is intriguing for the contrast between its lyrics—about being tossed around by heartbreak as autumn draws to a close—and its driving, rough, punk-rock sound.
It’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser at karaoke, so give it a try!
Stay by my side even after autumnMinamino Yoko
It’s a single released in 1988 and was used as a jingle for Ezaki Glico’s TV commercial.
Although the vocal range is narrow and the melody is simple, the dramatic arrangement makes it a classic idol pop song that’s recommended for karaoke.
With proper practice, even those who aren’t confident singers can make it sound decent.
Midnight Where the Moon and Stars DanceHinatazaka46
Hinatazaka46 is an idol group that was originally formed as Keyakizaka46’s in-group team, Hiragana Keyaki (Keyakizaka46), and began activities as an independent group in 2019.
Their eighth single, “Tsuki to Hoshi ga Odoru Midnight” (The Moon and Stars Dance at Midnight), drew attention for featuring Kyoko Saito in her first center position.
The lyrics depict feelings and realities that become increasingly contradictory as one grows, resonating with the pensive mood of autumn.
With a generally low key that’s easy to sing, it’s a great pick for karaoke in October.
cosmos (flower)ikimonogakari
Akizakura is a fall song that Ikimonogakari released during their indie days.
It was included on their first indie album, “Makoto ni Sen’etsu Nagara First Album o Koshiraemashita…,” and was later rearranged and included on their fourth major-label album, “Hajimari no Uta.” Because it’s from their indie era, it features a fresh, unpolished sound, but its power and sense of drive are just as strong as ever.
It’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for karaoke, so be sure to give it a try!
On the hill where the moon is visible tonightB’z
It’s one of B’z’s signature songs, evoking an image of the moon shining in the autumn night sky.
The lyrics capture a bittersweet longing in love and a powerful feeling for the other person, resonating deeply with listeners.
Released as a single in February 2000, it was used as the theme song for the TBS drama “Beautiful Life: Futari de Ita Hibi.” Benefiting from synergy with the drama, the song captured many hearts and ranked 8th on Oricon’s year-end singles chart.
It was also included on the album “ELEVEN,” and is loved by a wide range of generations.
It’s a heartwarming number that makes you want to sing while thinking of someone special on a long autumn night.
The Autumn SongELLEGARDEN
When someone asks, “What’s a rock band’s autumn song?”, many people might name this one.
It’s a track by ELLEGARDEN, the band that led the rock scene in the 2000s.
It was included as the B-side to the single “Missing,” released in 2004.
The energetic sound is undeniably cool, but the lyrics dwell on the loneliness that autumn inevitably brings.
Once you know that, the song somehow takes on a bittersweet tone—a mysterious track.
If you want to sing in English, give it a try.
