[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 (51–60)
Everyone is free.Half time Old
This song, which you’ve probably heard in an au commercial, is performed by the rock band Half time Old.
It runs about 2 minutes and 45 seconds—under three minutes—so it’s great when you’re short on time, and it’s also recommended for people who aren’t comfortable singing longer songs.
In addition to its exposure in the commercial, it’s based on an arrangement of the well-known world music piece “The Entertainer,” giving it high recognition.
I think it’s an easy, approachable song that even those who aren’t confident singers can pick up and sing right away.
Re:makeONE OK ROCK
If you’re good at English but not so confident at karaoke, how about trying ONE OK ROCK? Their cool lyrics blend Japanese and English, and if you give it your all for about three and a half minutes, people will definitely think, “Wow!” It might be so cool that they ask you to sing more—if that happens, pick another short song to go with!
Don’t appear in my dreams.wasureranneeyo
The band Wasureranneyo has gained popularity for their musical style that mixes approachable pop music with punk rock.
They originally started as a band, but after the other members left, it has been active as vocalist Shibata’s solo project.
Among Wasureranneyo’s works, a short track I especially recommend is Yume ni Dete Kunnna (“Don’t Show Up in My Dreams”).
It’s crafted as classic punk rock, making it easy to sing throughout.
There aren’t any harsh shouting parts, so I think it’s approachable for women to try as well.
Funky Monkey BabyKyaroru
This is a signature song by the legendary band Carol, in which Eikichi Yazawa once took part as the bass vocalist.
I’m sure many people have heard at least the chorus.
If you want to nail a cool rock vibe, this is the track to go with.
It’s about two minutes long.
[Recommended] Short and Easy-to-Sing Japanese Karaoke Songs (61–70)
Platform 3yuzu
Yuzu’s 17th single, “Track 3,” released in 2003.
The melody line is very simple, it can be sung in a steady, understated way, and the pitch is on the lower side, making it an easy song to try even for those who find Yuzu’s songs difficult to sing.
It may be less well-known than some of their other tracks, but this song has other recommended points: there’s handclapping in the backing, so it’s easy for everyone to clap along and get excited at karaoke, and the song is under two minutes long—nice and short.
The lyrics, which many people working hard every day can relate to, are also appealing.
Magic SoupWurtS
A track by WurtS, a 21st-century artist who went viral on social media—especially TikTok—and self-produces everything from lyrics, composition, arrangement, and design to video.
Despite being under three minutes, it’s a number that lets you fully savor the coolness of rock, with catchy guitar riffs, driving chord progressions, and energetic beats.
The melody isn’t particularly fast, and the overall key is low, making it easy to sing even for people who aren’t confident at karaoke.
Plus, its length and energy level make it perfect for hyping up the room right before your karaoke time ends, so it’s a great song to learn as one of your go-to tracks.
umbrellaKing Gnu
A track featured as the commercial song for Bourbon’s chocolate snack, Alfort! It packs King Gnu’s world view into 3 minutes and 20 seconds, and it’s an incredibly cool song.
If you sing it, people might ask, “Are you really bad at karaoke?” because it leaves such a strong, cool impression.
You can sing it without sounding like you’re not good at it!