Aim for a high score! Karaoke songs for men to achieve top scores
If you’re simply aiming for a high score at karaoke, the key points for song selection will naturally be to choose songs with “easy-to-sing melodies,” “easy-to-understand lyrics,” and “clear, straightforward rhythms.”
That being the case, your picks will tend to come from the ’90s and earlier—so-called Showa-era and early Heisei kayōkyoku, new music, and J-pop.
Many recent songs have complex melodies and rhythms, and plenty of people think “This is hard!” after just one listen.
In this article, aimed at men who want to score high at karaoke, I’ve also proactively selected relatively singable tracks even from among more recent songs.
Compared to older hits, these are a bit more challenging to sing, but each song’s write-up includes tips and points to watch for to help you boost your score, so please use this as a guide and give them a try!
It feels great when you nail a high score!
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Aim for a high score! Karaoke songs for men to achieve high scores (71–80)
LA LA LA Love SongKubota Toshinobu
This is a timeless masterpiece by the powerhouse vocalist Kubota, loved across generations.
Because the singer’s vocal ability is so exceptional, the song can sound difficult, but in reality there are few spots within the measures where the pitch changes drastically, making it relatively easy to memorize and sing.
LazuliMONGOL800×WANIMA
The masterpiece “Lazuli” by MONGOL800 and WANIMA.
Because WANIMA’s songs include punk elements, they often have a wide vocal range and incorporate shouts.
However, since this track is a collaboration with MONGOL800, the range is set on the narrower side.
Not only is the range narrow, but there are no advanced vocal techniques like shouts or ad-libs, so as long as you can match the pitch, it’s an easy song where anyone can aim for a high score.
You look like an idiot.Saucy Dog
Saucy Dog is a three-piece rock band that has gained popularity for their delicate musicality.
They’ve been active since 2013, and their popularity has only grown in the 2020s.
Among their songs, the one I especially recommend is “Baka Mitai.” When it comes to Saucy Dog, their striking high-tone vocals come to mind, right? Those high notes really shine in this track as well, but the overall vocal range isn’t actually that low.
If you can control your pitch properly, it’s a song where you can definitely aim for a high score.
A passing shower at 2 p.m.garari
Garari is a young singer-songwriter recognized even by Enon Kawatani.
Known for her inventive songwriting, she quickly gained attention starting in 2024.
Among her songs, the one I especially recommend is Afternoon Shower at Two O’Clock.
It has a very narrow vocal range and plenty of rests, so even those who struggle with breath control can sing it without difficulty.
The song modulates in the chorus, so as long as you’re careful not to miss the pitch there, you should be able to aim for a high score.
Riding in a Corolla IIOzawa Kenji
Kenji Ozawa, a singer-songwriter who was active in the 1990s.
He’s famous for “Konya wa Boogie Back,” but his own songs are characterized by a languid, ennui-tinged style.
Among his tracks, the one I especially recommend is Karolla II ni Notte.
The song has a narrow vocal range and a very relaxed tempo, so anyone can easily aim for a high score.
There are quite a few sustained notes, so just be mindful of your breathing.
Since it doesn’t demand much volume, even those who aren’t confident in their lung capacity can sing it with ease.
gentianWANIMA
A song written as the theme for the Fuji TV drama “The Forensic Doctor Asagao.” In karaoke, it’s a challenging ballad that demands both high notes and expressive delivery! You can really feel WANIMA’s style, with soaring high notes woven into the flowing melody line.
The overall vocal range is B2–D5, and the chorus jumps into the high register all at once, so I’m worried people might strain their throats.
Also, there’s a prominent upper harmony from the chorus, so be careful not to get thrown off by it! It might help to sing with accents that resonate forward in the mask as a basic approach.
Plus, if you carry the same breathing feel from the verse into the chorus, you’ll likely run out of breath and your voice will choke.
Time your breaths and make sure to exhale fully as you sing!
SisterPorunogurafiti
Porno Graffitti’s 15th single, released in September 2004.
The song features a wistful melody reminiscent of Showa-era folk music, and combined with its comfortable mid-tempo pace, it’s one of the ideal choices for aiming for a high karaoke score.
There aren’t any particular melodic or rhythmic hurdles that would hinder a high score, but if you sing in the original key, you’ll need to produce firmly supported high notes—especially in the chorus—so the sound (your voice) doesn’t thin out.
Because the song is simple, be careful not to let the overall performance become monotonous; keep the meaning of the lyrics in mind and aim for solid, expressive singing.
