Easy-to-sing songs by Yutaka Ozaki. Songs you want to belt out at karaoke.
Have you ever wanted to sing Yutaka Ozaki’s songs at karaoke but hesitated because they seem high in key? In fact, the vocal range varies from song to song, and even well-known tracks like “Sotsugyo” can be sung comfortably once you get the hang of them.
In this article, we’ve selected songs by Yutaka Ozaki that are relatively lower in key or have easy-to-follow melodies, making them easier to sing.
Use this as a guide when choosing your next karaoke setlist!
Singable songs by Yutaka Ozaki. Songs you want to belt out at karaoke (1–10)
Two HeartsNEW!Ozaki Yutaka
This is a track from the final original album, “Proof Toward Radiant Heat,” released in May 1992.
It’s a gentle ballad that sings of the bond with a loved one and the strong connection between two people who accept each other as they are, featuring lyrics that seem to heal a lonely heart.
The song is accompanied by piano throughout, with Ozaki’s passionate vocals resounding.
When you sing it, don’t rush—stay calm and follow the lyrics word by word.
In the chorus where you need to belt, forcing it from your throat is dangerous, so try projecting your voice powerfully as if aiming into the distance.
Scrap AlleyNEW!Ozaki Yutaka
It’s themed around a classmate who dropped out of school, and the title is said to be the name of the biker gang his friend was involved with.
“Scrap Alley” existed even before Ozaki’s debut and was one of his early signature songs, performed at the 1982 audition.
It’s a beloved classic for Ozaki fans, as it was the last song he performed at his final live concert in 1991.
The song itself moves along within a similar vocal range throughout, and as you can see in the videos, it feels like Ozaki himself is really enjoying singing it, using his whole body.
Using your body well also helps you relax, so I recommend it.
Try singing it while imitating him.
I’ll surely never forgetNEW!Ozaki Yutaka
After his return, the work expresses Yutaka Ozaki’s mature view of love and his compassion for humanity, characterized by a dramatic sound featuring piano and strings.
It’s a track included on the album “Tanjou” (Birth), released in October 1990—a ballad themed around bittersweet love and parting, and memories of the past—singing of the feelings of etching memories with a loved one deeply into the heart.
It’s one of his masterpieces that enjoys enduring popularity among devoted fans.
The melody line is very simple, and if you follow the lyrics straightforwardly, it’s structured so that it’s not difficult to sing.
I think the vocal range is relatively moderate compared to Ozaki’s other songs.
If you accent the chorus sections when you sing, it will add good dynamics and contrast.
Lost 1/2NEW!Ozaki Yutaka
It’s a positive song that powerfully voices the contradictions of society and the loss of innocence over a driving band sound.
The overall vocal range is D3–G4, and according to JOYSOUND karaoke info, the key is set slightly higher at +2; if you want to sing in the original key, please press “Original Key Transfer.” When singing, the range gradually rises and the energy builds from around the pre-chorus, so be careful not to overstrain your voice.
The melody line isn’t difficult and has a lot of repetition, so once you learn the first verse, you should be able to sing the full song right away.
Distant SkyNEW!Ozaki Yutaka
It’s striking how it’s arranged in an acoustic guitar singer-songwriter style, with the harmonica used to great effect.
It’s said that fragments of the lyrics were written during the 1986 stay in the U.S.
or during the subsequent detention, and the work blends the stifling atmosphere of that time with hope for the future.
“Tooi Sora” has relatively few lyrics, the chorus repeats phrases often, and the melody line is easy to remember.
If you sing the chorus with clear accents, it’s easier to project your voice and you’ll likely find it comfortable to sing.
Also, it might be good to sing it powerfully while moving with the groove.
Donut ShopNEW!Ozaki Yutaka
It starts with a mellow intro and is set in a donut shop in the city suburbs, giving the song a mature atmosphere that evokes loneliness and emptiness.
The track is on the longer side at 5 minutes 43 seconds, and there’s a spoken section in the latter half, so the key is whether you can sing confidently all the way through like Mr.
Ozaki without getting shy.
When you sing, if you pay close attention to the accents at the beginning of each phrase, it will add contrast, making it easier to sing and easier to listen to.
The range shouldn’t be that high, so if you lift your facial muscles, your throat will naturally open up and you should find it easier to project your voice.
RosannaNEW!Ozaki Yutaka
It features semi-autobiographical lyrics that reflect Mr.
Ozaki’s state of mind after turning 21, getting married, and becoming a father.
Included on his 5th album, Birth, released in 1990, the song sold 250,000 copies and topped the Oricon chart, marking an important work that signaled a new direction for him.
Its vibe is similar to Ozaki’s hits like “15 no Yoru” and “OH MY LITTLE GIRL,” so many listeners may find it familiar.
Although Ozaki is known for his raspy voice, trying to imitate it too much will only hurt your throat; you’ll likely get a more comfortable sound by projecting your voice powerfully as if singing toward the distance.
COOKIENEW!Ozaki Yutaka
A staple of live shows characterized by vocals and a band sound full of energy that are so typical of Yutaka Ozaki, it was performed at the concert held at Yoyogi National Gymnasium (Olympic Pool No.
1) on October 25, 1991.
The song itself is on the longer side at 6 minutes 31 seconds, with a relaxed tempo that makes it easy to sing along with the rhythm.
The melody line is very simple, and the chorus really sticks in your head.
The rhythm is steady throughout, so you can keep the same groove from the start.
Try enjoying it while moving with the beat as you sing.
existenceNEW!Ozaki Yutaka
It’s a classic song from the 1985 second album “Kaikisen” that questions the importance of accepting yourself amid inner conflict and facing challenges with love and sincerity.
The lyrics encourage confronting the city’s shadows and pain, reexamining your true self, and finding the strength to make a fresh start.
The pitch leaps sharply from the chorus, which may be tough for some singers.
You’ll need a solid breath before hitting the high notes; after taking in plenty of air, let your voice ride that recoil and it will come out smoothly.
Aim your voice as if projecting into the distance.
Take care not to strain too much.
The City Where Love Has VanishedNEW!Ozaki Yutaka
It’s a rock tune included on the debut album “Seventeen’s Map,” released on December 1, 1983.
It’s a classic filled with cries of frustration at the contradictions and absurdities of the world and the powerlessness felt as a student, expressing inner conflict and pure desire.
The overall vocal range is D3–B4, and it features the passionate singing style typical of Ozaki.
If you push too hard, you may lose your voice even within an otherwise comfortable range.
Until you’re used to it, avoid using your throat and focus on resonating in your chest.
Even just placing your hand on your chest can help you feel the resonance and make your singing sound fuller.
Try singing with the sensation of projecting your voice strongly toward your chest.