Love songs for men and women to sing at karaoke! A special feature on classic ballads that resonate as duets.
When two people sing a ballad together, you can create a moving atmosphere that one person alone just can’t achieve.
But when you try to take on a duet at karaoke, don’t you sometimes find yourself unsure which song to choose? So this time, we’re introducing love ballads from among duet songs that men and women can sing together.
From tracks with easy, gender-divided parts to timeless songs with beautiful harmonies, these are all tunes that will make you want to sing with someone.
You’re sure to find the perfect song for you.
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- A special feature on love songs and ballads you want girls to sing at karaoke
- Carefully selected Reiwa-era male-female duets! Masterpieces you’ll want to sing together at karaoke
- Recommended ballads for women at karaoke! Be moved by timeless songs that touch the heart
- Recommended ballads for men at karaoke: deliver moving performances with timeless songs that touch the heart.
- [Harmony Songs for Duets] Songs that feel great to harmonize
- Ballad songs that are easy to sing at karaoke. Recommended classics and popular hits.
- A love song you can sing as a duet. From Showa-era kayōkyoku to the latest J-pop!
- [Karaoke] Heisei-era male-female duet songs: A collection of famous tracks that get everyone excited when sung together
- [Karaoke] Classic and Popular Ballad Songs You’ll Want to Sing at Karaoke
- Classic and popular love songs you’ll want to sing at karaoke
- [Duet Songs] A roundup of recommended tracks perfect for two women to sing together!
Duet love song ballads (51–60)
Izakayaitsuki hiroshi, kinomi nana
The duet by Hiroshi Itsuki and Nana Kinomi is a song that tells the story of a man and a woman who meet by chance in an izakaya.
In an unpretentious setting, they talk without even asking each other’s names.
Within those casual moments, the song expresses the preciousness of human connection.
Released in November 1991, it has been loved for many years and is a karaoke staple.
Its structure lets male and female parts be sung separately, making it perfect for duets by couples or friends.
If you sing it with a natural, unadorned feel, it’s sure to be a number that resonates with the heart.
Sayonara, baby.Katō Miriya feat. SKY-HI
The 2008 release “SAYONARA Baby” has been reborn as a new featuring track.
Mitsuhiro Hidaka from AAA joins as SKY-HI.
The rap in the male part adds a sharp kick, highlighting the push-and-pull of the two lovers.
The cool music video is a must-see, too!
Milk and Sugar duet with Mone KamishiraishiŌhashi Torio
A duet song by the multi-talented singer-songwriter Ohashi Trio and actress Mone Kamishiraishi.
It’s included on the album NEW WORLD, released in March 2021.
Starting from the bustle of a morning and the small dramas of everyday life, it vividly portrays the thrill of a sudden encounter with someone you like and the moment you fall in love.
The real emotions of those of us living in modern society pulse with rhythm.
The harmonies where Ohashi and Kamishiraishi’s voices overlap are also highly compelling.
Singing of a bittersweet yet fluttering romance, this track is perfect for a duet with a friend or a partner—and it might just bring a fresh vibe to your next karaoke session.
Mr. MonsterHirai Ken feat. Aimyon
An unconventional collaboration number by Ken Hirai and Aimyon! With the two artists’ usual styles and fan bases being completely different, their team-up is packed with an irresistible allure that makes you want to listen and find out what kind of world they create.
The lyrics, which Ken Hirai wrote with Aimyon in mind, express the wish to stop having a crush—yet being drawn to every little move of the person you like, capturing the hazy confusion of unrequited love.
It’s a male-female duet song, but since Ken Hirai’s key is high, two women can sing it as a duet without any problem!
Duet love song ballads (61–70)
Please realize that I’m saying thank you.Umizō Ryōta with Ōtake Shinobu
The famous duet “Arigatou tte Kizuite Ite ne” by Ryota Kaizo and Shinobu Otake.
This song, which portrays the relationship of a long-time married couple, expresses gratitude that’s hard to put into words in everyday life, and it gently resonates in the listener’s heart.
Exchanging “thank yous” through melody—how wonderful is that.
Released in October 2020, this piece was also selected as a “Shinyabin no Uta” classic.
Sing it together with your beloved partner, and it will surely deepen the bond between you two.
366 daysShimizu Shota ft. Nakasone Izumi
A song by singer-songwriter Shota Shimizu—whose talent is recognized both in Japan and abroad, including participation in tribute albums for overseas artists—and Izumi Nakasone, a member of the four-piece band HY based in Okinawa.
It’s one of HY’s signature tracks, and the lyrics, drawn from Izumi Nakasone’s real-life experiences, resonated with many listeners.
The beautiful harmony between male and female vocals is soothing, and it’s sure to captivate friends and peers when sung at karaoke.
A classic, can’t-miss karaoke duet song.
I hate itTouyama Mirei feat. Sanari
A collaboration between singer-songwriter Mirei Toyama and rapper Sanari.
The poignant melody woven into a dance-music framework really stands out.
While they say they hate each other, the song portrays the bittersweet feelings of lovers who, deep down, still harbor lingering affection.
Most of the track features the female part sung by Mirei Toyama, while the male part is primarily rap.
It could be a great choice for couples who feel things haven’t been going smoothly lately to try singing together.
It might also be fun for two women to perform it, with one boldly taking on the rap part.