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[Trendy Songs Keep Coming!] Easy-to-Sing Western Music That Heats Up Karaoke

These days, thanks to social media and the like, we have far more opportunities to encounter Western music than before.

In the long history of Japanese music, it wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say that right now is the time when Japanese listeners are seeking Western music the most.

However, songs from overseas are overwhelmingly more difficult than J‑pop.

There are probably many tracks you want to sing but find hard to take on.

So this time, we’ve picked out easy-to-sing Western songs that really liven up a karaoke session!

We’ve included the latest hits too, so be sure to check them out!

[Trending songs keep coming out!] Easy-to-sing Western songs that hype up karaoke (1–10)

Get Lucky ft. Pharrell Williams, Nile RodgersDaft Punk

Daft Punk – Get Lucky (Official Audio) ft. Pharrell Williams, Nile Rodgers
Get Lucky ft. Pharrell Williams, Nile RodgersDaft Punk

Daft Punk’s classic “Get Lucky ft.

Pharrell Williams, Nile Rodgers.” Perhaps because it features Pharrell Williams and Nile Rodgers, the track is unusually catchy and funky for Daft Punk.

With funk as its foundation, the song leans heavily on groove throughout, so there aren’t any particularly difficult vocal parts.

However, there’s a lot of falsetto, so if that’s not your strong suit, adjust the key and sing it in chest voice.

bad guyBillie Eilish

The hit song “bad guy,” which gained worldwide popularity in 2019.

Many people may have discovered Billie Eilish through this track.

As the impression of the song suggests, with its downer-style melody and vocal line, it’s sung within a narrow range.

Moreover, it doesn’t require much vocal power, so you can sing it well even without an advanced level of fundamental vocal technique.

However, because it’s sung quietly, you’ll need to skillfully use a whispery voice and dynamic nuance, so pay close attention to your breathing.

Waka WakaShakira

Shakira – Waka Waka (This Time for Africa) (The Official 2010 FIFA World Cup™ Song)
Waka WakaShakira

Billie Eilish’s new song “BIRDS OF A FEATHER.” Although Billie Eilish tends to favor darker tones, this track is wrapped in a refreshing melody.

That said, true to her style, the vocals keep the volume restrained throughout, so even singers who aren’t confident in their projection should have no trouble performing it.

There are basically no vocal embellishments, but a three-step melodic variation appears at the end of the chorus.

If that part is difficult, skip the embellishment and fade out following the original vocal line.

[Trendy Songs Keep Coming!] Easy-to-sing Western songs that hype up karaoke (11–20)

AbracadabraLady Gaga

Lady Gaga – Abracadabra (Official Music Video)
AbracadabraLady Gaga

Lady Gaga’s new song “Abracadabra.” Rather than a contemporary pop sound, it’s crafted with a style that incorporates trends from when she first debuted.

What stands out most is the trance influence.

The track has a sharp, trance-inspired edge; however, trance often tends to have monotonous development, which naturally leads to more repetitive vocal lines.

The vocal range is also on the narrower side for a Lady Gaga song, making it a piece that’s relatively easy to sing.

Please Please PleaseSabrina Carpenter

Sabrina Carpenter’s classic song “Please Please Please.” This piece was written for Barry Keoghan, an Irish actor she was dating at the time, and it candidly lays out the kind of romance she wants from her partner.

The track carries a synth-pop vibe and features a refreshing melody throughout.

Since there are no belted sections, it’s a song that’s approachable even for those with more basic vocal skills.

Consider adding it to your repertoire.

I Can Do It With A Broken HeartTaylor Swift

Taylor Swift – I Can Do It With A Broken Heart (Official Video)
I Can Do It With A Broken HeartTaylor Swift

Taylor Swift’s new song “I Can Do It With A Broken Heart.” Her early country-based songs are easy, but many of her recent tracks are also comfortable to sing.

Among them, this one is especially accessible because it doesn’t require belting, so even those who aren’t confident in their vocal power can sing it without any problem.

The chorus has a decent level of intensity, but it’s surprisingly built around the low-mid and mid ranges, so there’s no issue even if you can’t hit high notes.

Definitely consider adding it to your repertoire.

4X4Travis Scott

Travis Scott – 4X4 (Official Music Video)
4X4Travis Scott

Recently, rapper Travis Scott, who has been drawing attention for appearances on WWE, has been in the spotlight.

Known for his mellow rap style, Travis Scott delivers a melodious performance with excellent taste on his new track “4X4.” That said, compared to mainstream pop, the vocal line is relatively simple and stays within a narrow range.

Since Auto-Tune is used, adding an effect when singing it at karaoke would work well.

There aren’t many rhymes either, so the English difficulty is on the lower side.

Consider adding it to your repertoire.