[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 (21–30)
phantom thiefback number
This is the third digital-only single from back number, a three-piece rock band whose songs—featuring delicate lyrical depictions and bittersweet melodies that expand their worldbuilding—are especially popular among younger listeners.
Chosen as the theme song for the TV drama “Koi wa Deep ni,” it’s a comfortable, stylish number with a piano-driven melody.
While there are many challenging parts, such as the falsetto in the chorus that’s characteristic of back number, the song is under four minutes long, so with focused practice you should be able to sing it.
If the key doesn’t suit you, simply adjust it to fit your vocal range—making it a great song to try even for those who aren’t confident at karaoke.
paprikaYonezu Kenshi
Kenshi Yonezu, who wrote and composed Paprika—the song that became a sensation with Foorin singing and dancing—has released a self-cover! You can really feel the drama in the melody he crafted within a short track of about three minutes and thirty seconds—truly impressive.
And instead of singing the much-talked-about Foorin version, choosing to sing it in the Kenshi Yonezu version gives it a familiar, resonant feel, which is great!
A kangaroo with an ideakururi
There are many songs in the world, but one that is particularly easy to sing is “Kangae ga Aru Kangaroo” (“The Kangaroo With an Idea”).
It was featured on the music program Minna no Uta.
The rock band Quruli handled the composition, arrangement, and vocals.
The song depicts a kangaroo that seems to have some deep thoughts.
The pitch stays constant throughout and there aren’t any big climactic parts, so it’s easy to sing.
It’s also nice that it’s short—about two minutes and twenty seconds.
Active Three MinutesToukyou Jihen
It’s one of the signature songs by the hugely popular rock band Tokyo Jihen.
Ringo Sheena’s vocals are sultry and cool—truly a classic.
At their concerts, a three-minute countdown is displayed behind them, and the way the song ends precisely as it hits zero is absolutely spine-tingling.
It’s by no means an easy song to sing, but I encourage you to give it a try.
Yesterday’s SongWANIMA
WANIMA, a band that debuted on the same label as Hi-STANDARD.
They’re now a rare act bringing punk rock into living rooms across Japan.
They’ve appeared multiple times on the New Year’s Eve music show and in commercials, making them crowd favorites—but this particular song of theirs is under a minute long.
Even so, the message packed into it is fiery and uplifting.
If you’re confident in your high notes, give it a try.
He was alive, wasn’t he?aimyon
This is a song by Aimyon, who emerged at the end of the Heisei era and swept through the J-POP scene.
The spoken part in the first half might be a bit challenging, but the melody line in the chorus is very beautiful and irresistibly singable.
It’s about three and a half minutes long, so give it a try at least once.
School HeavenFingā 5
It’s a famous song that has been covered by other artists as well.
I’m sure it’s quite well-known, and many people can sing it.
The lyrics are lovely and bring back memories of youth.
Another great point is that it’s perfect for getting everyone around you to sing along throughout the song.