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A roundup of popular ONE OK ROCK songs that are easy to sing for everyone, regardless of gender!

A roundup of popular ONE OK ROCK songs that are easy to sing for everyone, regardless of gender!
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ONE OK ROCK is one of the leading forces in Japan’s rock scene.

Formed in 2005, they made their major debut in 2007 and have become a powerhouse band active overseas as well.

Their hallmark is a dramatic, epic sound—sometimes fierce, sometimes beautiful.

Many people probably admire vocalist Taka’s soaring voice.

We often hear, “ONE OK ROCK’s songs are too high for me to sing,” but this time we’re introducing tracks that are relatively easy to sing at karaoke! Give it a try as if you were a member of ONE OK ROCK yourself!

A roundup of popular ONE OK ROCK songs that are easy to sing for everyone, regardless of gender! (1–10)

Unfinished SymphonyONE OK ROCK

The song “Mikansei Symphony” is included on the 2010 album Niche Syndrome.

Although this track features shouts throughout, its vocal range is not very wide, spanning from mid2A to hiC.

However, since it starts at mid2A, many listeners may find the original key quite high.

There is ample room to lower the key, so this issue can be addressed by adjusting the key.

While the overall difficulty is not high, the frequent shouts and numerous phrases close to the hiccup singing technique mean you will need a certain level of technical skill.

Party’s OverONE OK ROCK

ONE OK ROCK – Party’s Over [OFFICIAL LYRIC VIDEO]
Party’s OverONE OK ROCK

Although ONE OK ROCK is strongly characterized by emo and hardcore influences, some of their works feature distinctly Japanese-style development.

Among these, the one I especially recommend is “Party’s Over.” It’s a fascinating piece that blends genres like metal and hard rock with phrases that evoke enka or kayōkyoku.

There’s vocalization close to screaming, which can be a challenging part, but aside from that, the range isn’t particularly wide, so it’s surprisingly singable.

Re:makeONE OK ROCK

The classic song “Re:make,” released as ONE OK ROCK’s sixth single.

While ONE OK ROCK now showcases a wide range of musical styles, back then their sound was characterized by straight-ahead rock with touches of emo and hardcore.

This track falls into the latter category, featuring intense shouts in the chorus.

Although the range is fairly broad (mid1 B to hi B), the highest notes can be handled with a shouty mixed voice, so delicate vocals aren’t required.

The low notes only appear in a few spots, so it often feels narrower than the actual range.

However, there isn’t much room to lower the key, so the most important thing is to accurately identify your own optimal key.

Youth Group Filled with DesireONE OK ROCK

It’s a track included on the acclaimed album Zankyo Reference, released in November 2007.

An emotional rock number themed around youthful conflict and growth, it’s characterized by a powerful band sound and Taka’s impassioned vocals.

Created during the period when the band was transitioning from indie to major, the song embodies their feelings about both their past and their future.

It was also performed at their live show held at Yokohama Stadium in September 2014, captivating fans.

Packed with the best of early ONE OK ROCK, it remains a fan favorite.

Its catchy melody makes it a great choice to try singing at karaoke!

Let’s take it somedayONE OK ROCK

The piece “Let’s take it someday,” included on the 2011 album Zankyō Reference.

While ONE OK ROCK often leans heavily into emo and hardcore elements, this track stands out for its catchy, quintessential J-rock melody.

Despite its fairly wide vocal range from mid1 D# to hi D#, the pitch movement is surprisingly gentle.

If you carefully adjust the key and decide whether to glide through the high phrases in falsetto or tackle them with mixed voice, it’s not an especially difficult song to sing.

Yume YumeONE OK ROCK

As a ONE OK ROCK song, the masterpiece “Yume Yume” stands out with a quite unusual melody.

Lately, it’s been drawing renewed attention after politician Shinji Ishimaru publicly declared it one of his favorites.

The track is a rap-rock piece with a slightly jazzy vibe, and it stays within a narrow vocal range throughout.

The flow in the rap sections is simple, and the chorus is monotonous; as a result, it can come off somewhat mechanical.

To counter that—especially for female vocalists—be mindful to add solid shouts in the mid-to-high range.

Tiny PiecesONE OK ROCK

ONE OK ROCK – Tiny Pieces [OFFICIAL LYRIC VIDEO]
Tiny PiecesONE OK ROCK

Speaking of ONE OK ROCK, they’re also known for having many songs with English lyrics.

English lyrics can often seem intimidating, but that’s not the case with “Tiny Pieces.” While the vocal range is fairly wide—from mid1F to hiD—the song features very few long sustained notes.

The high notes are also momentary, so the chance of going off-pitch after a high phrase is relatively low.

That said, shouts appear as a matter of course, and the vocal lines sometimes change more like ad-libs than standard melodic movements, so a certain amount of practice will still be necessary.