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 to Sing at October Karaoke (41–50)
Tokyo Sunsetback number
It’s included on the album “Chandelier,” released on December 9, 2015.
The narrator, “I,” who came to Tokyo to chase a dream, speaks about being overwhelmed by the crowds while anticipating how they will change from here on, yet not wanting to forget the feelings they have right now at the very beginning.
It’s a perfect cheer song for anyone about to start something new in a new environment.
Autumn GradientClariS
Known for their translucent vocals, ClariS has released a song that beautifully overlays autumn scenery with the ache of love.
Included on their mini-album “AUTUMN TRACKS – Aki no Uta -,” the track delicately captures both the changing seasons and the heart’s subtle shifts.
Its sound carries an oriental atmosphere, and the dynamic arrangement conveys a swell of emotion.
Released in October 2024, it might be the perfect listen alone at autumn dusk.
The lyrics portray complex feelings—an inability to accept the end of a romance, lingering attachment beneath a brave facade—that are sure to resonate with many listeners.
TsukuyomiKing&Prince
Originally formed under the name Mr.King vs Mr.Prince, King & Prince is an idol group whose members are also active in TV dramas and variety shows.
Their 11th single Tsukiyomi, released as a double A-side with Irodori, was written as the theme song for the TV drama Kurosagi.
Its moon-themed lyrics and mysterious ensemble evoke the feeling of an autumn night.
Although the melody and rhythm are complex, it’s a track you’ll want to sing with friends to liven up karaoke in October.
Crimson-colored sunsetFujifaburikku
Autumn always brings to mind the beauty of crimson sunsets, doesn’t it? This song captures exactly that kind of scenery.
It’s a work by the rock band Fujifabric, released in 2005 as their sixth single.
The warm vocals and nostalgic sound are irresistible—a rock ballad that perfectly embodies the words “homesickness” and “melancholy.” Try singing it while thinking about your hometown.
Before you know it, memories might come flooding back and you could even find yourself in tears.
Togetsu Bridge ~Thinking of You~Kuraki Mai
A song that seeps into the heart, perfect for listening while gazing at the moon shining in the night sky.
It carries a poignant feeling that seems to keep you company on an autumn evening.
Set against the atmospheric backdrop of Togetsu Bridge in the ancient capital, it sings of yearning for someone far away, striking a chord with listeners.
Released in April 2017, the song drew attention as the theme for the theatrical feature of the popular anime Detective Conan.
With this track, Mai Kuraki was recognized by Guinness World Records for “the most theme songs performed by the same artist for an anime series.” As the autumn nights grow longer, why not choose it as a song to sing at karaoke while thinking of someone dear?
Goodbye, Billy the KidMajima Masatoshi
This is a ballad about the end of youth, included on guitarist Masatoshi Mashima of The Blue Hearts’ solo album “Natsu no Nukegara” (Shed Skin of Summer).
It’s a poignant, autumn-tinged masterpiece that conveys Marcy’s sorrow over a dear friend who couldn’t become the kind of adult they dreamed of being in their boyhood.
homeKiyama Yusaku
A song that sings of deep love and gratitude for family was released as Yusaku Kiyama’s major debut single in February 2008.
Its lyrics gently depict the happiness found in everyday moments, leaving a warm afterglow in listeners’ hearts.
The song was performed on programs such as Nippon TV’s ‘Uta Sta!!’ and ‘Gyoretsu no Dekiru Horitsu Sodanjo,’ where it drew a strong response.
His voice, overflowing with feelings for family, is the kind you’ll want to hear when you want to feel the preciousness of time spent with loved ones.
It’s an emotional number that will captivate you even at karaoke.