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Easy-to-sing Western songs for men: Tips for singing them at karaoke included

This time, I’m introducing Western songs that are easy for men to sing!

A lot of people probably think foreign songs are hard, right?

It’s true that, compared to Japanese music, Western songs often have more complex melodies and the way the lyrics flow can be tricky.

But did you know there’s a certain genre of Western music that’s actually easy to sing?

In fact, there’s a genre that’s super easy to sing!

So this time, I’ve picked out easy-to-sing Western songs, including that particular genre.

You might even find yourself thinking, “Wait, I thought this song was hard, but it’s actually easy?!”

Be sure to read till the end!

[For Men] Easy-to-Sing Western Songs: Tips for Singing at Karaoke (71–80)

Ikaw Lang TalagaYeng Constantino

Ikaw – Yeng Constantino (Music Video)
Ikaw Lang TalagaYeng Constantino

This song, created and sung by Yeng Constantino from the Philippines, is a classic of Filipino pop released in 2014.

Although it’s considered foreign music, it isn’t in English, so it can be challenging.

It’s a good idea to listen carefully and try writing what you hear in katakana as a way to practice.

You’re BeautifulJames Blunt

James Blunt – You’re Beautiful (Official Music Video) [4K]
You're BeautifulJames Blunt

James Blunt’s classic “You’re Beautiful.” It became well-known in Japan after being used in a Toyota commercial.

It’s a fairly popular song in Japan, but the truth is that it’s actually hugely disliked overseas.

According to statistics from OnePoll.com, it ranked number one as “the most annoying song of all time.” Blunt himself also placed fourth in a UK “most annoying things” ranking (lol).

The song itself is simple, so I think it’s super easy to sing.

WonderwallOasis

Oasis – Wonderwall (Official Video)
WonderwallOasis

This song is probably the signature track of Oasis, a band that’s hugely popular in Japan as well.

Because it’s so well-known, it gets everyone excited at karaoke—even people who don’t usually listen to Western music.

The tempo is relaxed and the lyrics are easy to understand, so I think it’s easy to sing.

Every Breath You TakeThe Police

The Police – Every Breath You Take (Official Music Video)
Every Breath You TakeThe Police

A signature song by the British band The Police, led by Sting, known in Japanese as “Mitsumete Itai” (“I’ll Be Watching You”).

It’s a track from the classic 1983 album Synchronicity.

I think it’s the song that best showcases Sting’s sweet voice.

By the time the intro phrase comes on at karaoke, everyone will be totally into it.

The Lazy SongBruno Mars

Bruno Mars – The Lazy Song (Official Music Video)
The Lazy SongBruno Mars

“I don’t want to do anything today!” We all have days like that, right? This song is the ultimate anthem for lazy days that speaks for that exact feeling.

And the one singing it is Bruno Mars! Unlike his powerful tracks, this one has a laid-back reggae vibe, with hardly any demanding high notes or vibrato.

Just humming along casually somehow makes it sound good.

Released in February 2011, it’s also included on his debut album, Doo-Wops & Hooligans.

Give it a try when you want to relax and enjoy karaoke!

ALL MY LOVEColdplay

Coldplay – ALL MY LOVE (Official Lyric Video)
ALL MY LOVEColdplay

Coldplay is a rock band that has been active for many years.

They’re so well-known that it’s hard to talk about today’s rock scene without mentioning them, and I think many people in Japan are familiar with them.

Among Coldplay’s works, the one I especially recommend is “ALL MY LOVE.” It features a poignant, ballad-like melody, and the vocal line is composed to match that calm mood.

There are a few falsetto parts, but because the pitch changes are gentle and the tempo is on the slower side, it’s actually a song that can be sung more easily than you might expect.

Something Just Like ThisThe Chainsmokers & Coldplay

The Chainsmokers & Coldplay – Something Just Like This (Official Lyric Video)
Something Just Like ThisThe Chainsmokers & Coldplay

Here is a song released in 2018 as a collaboration between Coldplay, a popular group that has sold over 100 million records worldwide, and The Chainsmokers, an electronic dance music DJ duo.

It will turn out even better if you study English pronunciation a bit and pay attention to which lyrics are emphasized.