Top English-Language Songs That Hype Up Karaoke [Male] [2026]

Owner of a Lonely HeartYES96rank/position

YES – Owner of a Lonely Heart (Official Music Video)

A massive hit by YES, a progressive rock band representing the UK.

Around this time, YES brought in promising young guitarist Trevor Rabin, broke away from their previous prog sound, and restarted as a newly reborn YES.

Although it was a hit, many longtime YES fans were critical; while they gained new fans, they lost some of the old ones.

Even so, this hugely famous song is relatively easy to sing at karaoke, giving the impression that it’s suitable for beginners to Western pop/rock karaoke.

Don’t Give UpPeter Gabriel & Kate Bush97rank/position

Peter Gabriel – Don’t Give Up (ft. Kate Bush)

Included on the 1986 album “So.” Born in 1950.

A musician from the UK.

This is a duet with British singer Kate Bush.

Set to a slow, subdued rhythm and a dark, gloomy melody, it’s a striking track featuring the contrasting vocals of Peter and Kate.

Oh, Pretty WomanRoy Orbison98rank/position

Oh, Pretty Woman – Roy Orbison

A hit number released by Roy Orbison in 1964.

Later, it became well known among younger generations as well, thanks to a cover by the hard rock band Van Halen and its use as the theme song in the film Pretty Woman.

Be sure to sing it in front of your wife!

No Woman No CryBob Marley & The Wailers99rank/position

Bob Marley – No Woman, No Cry (Official Video)

Known as an iconic reggae song, this track was released by Bob Marley & The Wailers in 1974 and is included on the album Natty Dread.

Its lyrics, expressing empathy and comfort for people facing poverty and hardship, have resonated with many.

The version featured on the 1975 live album Live! is especially famous, and the song played a crucial role in bringing reggae to a global audience.

Its message, symbolizing strength and hope in overcoming adversity, is deeply moving.

Never Ending StoryLimahl100rank/position

Limahl – Never Ending Story – 1984

A solo song by Limahl, the vocalist of Kajagoogoo, a group often considered a one-hit wonder of the ’80s.

Many of you have probably seen the movie as well, right? This track, which for many leaves a stronger impression than the film itself, is highly melodic and easy to sing.

It’s a number I’d love to hear performed by someone with a great voice.

And for the chorus, make it a duet with a female singer!