[Recommended] Short, easy-to-sing Japanese karaoke songs
I think there are quite a few people who aren’t good with karaoke, but sometimes you just can’t turn it down because of social obligations.
What’s more, there may be situations where, once you go, you can’t get away without singing at least one song.
So, I’m going to introduce some short songs that are easy to sing even for those who aren’t comfortable with karaoke!
Most of the songs I’m about to introduce are a little over three minutes long, but some are around two minutes.
Long songs can be tough for people who aren’t confident about singing, but you might be able to manage a short one!
Also, feel free to use this as a reference when choosing the final song as your room time is about to run out.
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[Recommended] Short and easy-to-sing Japanese karaoke songs (81–90)
star performerKing Gnu
Every King Gnu song is cool and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser at karaoke.
Senryo Yakusha was released in 2020 as King Gnu’s first double A-side single.
The track is a short one at around three minutes, and it’s the perfect embodiment of “speed”—a seriously cool song with a real sense of drive.
It’s on the short side for karaoke, but what stands out is the tempo: parts feel almost like tongue twisters, making you wonder if you can even get the words out.
Still, just ride the momentum and power through with the vibe!
Love Actually (feat. Crystal Tea)Night Tempo
These days, more and more foreign artists are active in the Japanese music scene.
In particular, Korean artists are thriving even outside the idol sphere.
Night Tempo, who produced this track “Love Actually (feat.
Crystal Tea),” is one of Korea’s leading music producers.
The song is under three minutes long and blends R&B and house into a cohesive sound.
The vocalist, Crystal Tea, is also Korean, but her Japanese pronunciation is perfect, so it’s easy to sing along.
Definitely give it a listen.
SecretNaoto Intiraymi
Naoto Inti Raymi is a singer-songwriter who gained popularity with his catchy, upbeat musical style.
If you spent your youth in the 2000s, you’ve probably heard his songs at least once.
Among his catalog, a particularly recommended short track is “Secret.” It’s crafted in the modern mainstream style of R&B-influenced pop music, with a simple vocal line that avoids any especially high parts.
sixth senseREOL
This song, The Sixth Sense, which is also used as the theme for the boat race commercial featuring Kei Tanaka, is a fast-paced number released by singer-songwriter Reol in 2020 as her fifth digital single.
It’s cool and gripping, running about 3 minutes and 10 seconds.
The music video is also incredibly stylish, so I highly recommend watching it.
With its danceable, catchy vibe, it’s sure to be a hit at karaoke as well.
Wish Upon A StarNishino Kana
The song “Wish Upon A Star,” included on the 6th album Just LOVE.
Its lyrics portray the feelings of someone with an unrequited crush who doesn’t ask for much, and many listeners will likely find themselves relating it to their own experiences.
The melody moves up and down in small steps, but since the range isn’t very wide and the tempo is relaxed, it’s easy to sing calmly—even at karaoke.
At under three minutes long, this sentimental number is also easy to try because of its short length.
In conclusion
This time, from among simple, easy-to-sing songs, we picked out pieces that are especially short.
Short songs are easier to sing even if they’re up-tempo or require strong vocals, so they’re also recommended for those who want to improve their singing ability.
In addition to this article, Rug Music has other articles that focus on vocals.
Be sure to check those out too!