Sentimental Season: Songs to Sing at Karaoke in September
Although the peak of summer has passed, September still brings lingering heat.
According to the calendar it’s autumn, but what kind of songs do you feel like singing? With summer coming to an end, you might feel a bit sentimental, or perhaps your heart will gradually grow calm as you shift from the sparkling days of summer into the more settled feeling of autumn.
In this article, we’ll introduce songs that are perfect for singing at karaoke in September! From sentimental and gentle tunes to songs for those who still want to enjoy summer to the fullest, find something that matches your mood and give it a try!
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[Sentimental Season] Songs I Want to Sing at Karaoke in September (11–20)
Innocent SeasonGesu no Kiwami Otome.
This is a song whose wistful vocals evoke the arrival of autumn and resonate deeply in the heart.
Gesu no Kiwami Otome.’s music is characterized by pop melodies rooted in jazz, prog, and hip-hop, and this work is no exception.
It skillfully expresses the bittersweetness at summer’s end and the loneliness one experiences in life.
Released in October 2015 as a double A-side single, it became the band’s fourth single.
The music video was created in collaboration with Nobumi Fukui, the “love-struck painter.” Its driving sound and distinctive worldview are compelling.
It’s the perfect track for those who want to look back on summer memories while quietly nurturing anticipation for a new season.
Dried flowersYuuri
Since his major debut in 2020, singer-songwriter Yuuri has released a string of hit songs featuring his emotional vocals.
His second major release, the digital-only single “Dry Flower,” is a massive hit with over 800 million streams.
The lyrics, written from a woman’s perspective about feelings for an ex after a breakup, are highly relatable for many listeners.
It’s a great karaoke pick for autumn, but because the melody climbs toward the chorus, be mindful of your key setting and pacing when you sing it.
SparkleIkuta Rira
Rira Ikuta, a singer-songwriter also known as the vocalist of YOASOBI, captivates fans with her clear, translucent voice.
Her fifth digital-only single, “Sparkle,” chosen as the theme song for ABEMA’s original romance show Today, I Fell in Love: Mikan Edition, is a memorable number featuring a delicate ensemble centered on acoustic guitar.
The lyrics, depicting the end of a one-sided love that was both painful and radiant, feel perfect for the sentimental season of autumn.
Though the melody has wide, challenging pitch shifts, it’s a pop tune you should definitely try singing at karaoke.
Beyond the Night SkySMAP
A heartbreakingly beautiful classic that sinks into your heart before you know it.
Often called one of SMAP’s signature songs, it was released in 1998 and became a million-seller in just three weeks.
It’s a gem in which Shikao Suga’s first-ever lyrics and Yuka Kawamura’s composition blend seamlessly.
The gentle melody and the lyrics—looking back on the past while painting hope for the future—continue to resonate with many.
The song is even featured in junior high school music textbooks and is loved by people of all ages.
It’s the perfect track for that reflective time from the end of summer into autumn.
Twilight RomancePorunogurafiti
Known as one of Porno Graffitti’s signature songs, this track is a classic that portrays the bittersweet scenes of love.
It beautifully expresses the quiet of twilight and the emotions that weave together the joys and sorrows of romance.
Chosen as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series Wakaba, it was released in November 2004 as their 16th single.
It debuted at No.
4 on the Oricon charts and was widely loved, even leading to an appearance at the 55th NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen.
It’s a perfect song to listen to in September, when you can feel the end of summer.
Recommended for those who want to savor the complexities of love or sense the changing of the seasons.
If I could become a constellationkessoku bando
Kessoku Band is the band that appears in the TV anime Bocchi the Rock!.
Their song “If I Could Become a Constellation,” included on their first album Kessoku Band, is an in-show track performed in the final episode.
It’s a catchy number with a funky ensemble and a straightforward melody.
The lyrics, which yearn to be like a constellation formed by stars coming together as one shape, tie in with the anime’s story and really stir the emotions.
It’s a cute yet cool rock tune that’s a joy to sing along to over its upbeat rhythm.
[Sentimental Season] Songs to Sing at Karaoke in September (21–30)
Ms. SeptemberRADWIMPS
As the title suggests, this is a classic RADWIMPS song about September.
If you do call-and-response like at a live show, it could really fire up a karaoke session! Even though summer has ended, the feelings don’t change… The lyrics say just that, woven in words that are so quintessentially Yojiro Noda—truly wonderful.
It’s a highly recommended song for anyone whose new romance began this summer.
