[Karaoke] Famous Western songs everyone knows! Easy-to-sing foreign tracks

My Heart Will Go OnCéline Dion

Céline Dion – My Heart Will Go On (Love Theme from ‘Titanic’)

Since it’s the theme song of Titanic, there are probably no adults who don’t know this track.

And because it’s so famous, it remains a karaoke staple even now.

Some people deliberately avoid singing it precisely because it’s so well-known, but that’s a mistake—this song truly shines when you sing it.

Stay With MeSam Smith

Sam Smith – Stay With Me (Official Music Video)

A beautiful ballad that gives voice to aching emotions became a signature song for the U.K.-born Sam Smith.

Featuring gospel-tinged choruses and lyrics that resonate deeply, it portrays the loneliness that follows a one-night encounter.

Released in the U.S.

in April 2014, it reached No.

2 on the Billboard Hot 100.

At the 57th Grammy Awards, it won two categories, catapulting Sam Smith to global fame.

It’s a song that comforts anyone who has experienced heartbreak or longs for someone’s warmth.

In August 2024, a collaborative version with Hikaru Utada was also released, showcasing a fresh appeal.

IT’S MY LIFEBon Jovi

Bon Jovi – It’s My Life (Official Music Video)

This hard rock band has been popular around the world for many years, and they’re just as popular in Japan.

This song is truly one of their signature hits—even if you don’t know Bon Jovi, I think you know this track.

If you want to get the crowd going at karaoke, this is a surefire choice.

PayphoneMaroon 5 (Marūn Faibu)

Maroon 5 – Payphone – ft Wiz Khalifa – LETRA

It’s a smash hit by a group that grew into one of America’s signature rock bands.

The song is quite famous, so even people who don’t seem into Western music might know it.

The melody is great, too, so I’m sure it’ll get everyone more hyped than you expect.

We Will Rock YouQueen

Queen – We Will Rock You (Official Video)

Included on their sixth album, News of the World, “We Will Rock You” is known as one of Queen’s signature songs.

Created so the audience could take part, its ensemble of just handclaps and foot stomps is simple yet tremendously impactful.

With its narrow vocal range and minimal dynamics, it’s perfect as an entry point to Western pop music.

It’s a massive hit that, when sung at karaoke, is sure to get everyone joining in for a rousing sing-along.

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Don’t Stop Me NowQueen

Queen – Don’t Stop Me Now (Official Video)

I don’t think there’s any band as popular in Japan as Queen.

Their music is constantly reaching people at home through TV commercials and drama theme songs.

This track is, of course, hugely famous, and thanks to its catchy, familiar lines, it’s also a big hit at karaoke.

HEY JUDEThe Beatles

The Beatles – The Beatles – Hey Jude (Official Music Video) [Remastered 2015]

The Beatles have so many great songs that their popularity is probably spread out even in karaoke.

But if I had to pick just one, I think Hey Jude is the best.

As the final song in a karaoke session, singing it to close things out would make for an amazing climax.