There’s a special kind of fun in sharing the mic with someone at karaoke that you don’t quite get when singing solo.
Duet songs for male and female voices, in particular, offer a unique thrill with their pleasing harmonies and exciting back-and-forth.
Even in the Reiwa era, more and more irresistible duets are emerging that make you want to sing together.
In this article, we’re introducing a wide range of male-female duets that are perfect for karaoke or cover videos—use it as a guide to find your next song to sing!
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- A love song you can sing as a duet. From Showa-era kayōkyoku to the latest J-pop!
- Even for those not confident in their singing! Easy-to-sing karaoke songs released in the Reiwa era
- Vocaloid songs for female-female duets: classic hits that liven up karaoke
Carefully Selected Reiwa-Era Male-Female Duets! Masterpieces You’ll Want to Sing Together at Karaoke (1–10)
TURN IT UP (feat. Candee & ZOT on the WAVE)LANA
Singer LANA, who commands massive support with her husky voice and down-to-earth delivery.
This collaboration with rapper Candee and producer ZOT on the WAVE is a duet that sings about the determination to head from one’s hometown to the big city and the bonds with friends.
Buoyant synth beats are layered with expansive vocals and breezy rap, creating a club-like intensity.
Released in February 2023, the track became a huge hit centered on social media despite having no tie-in.
It’s recommended for when you want to boost the mood at karaoke or enjoy a stylish call-and-response between male and female vocals.
Be sure to sing it while moving your body.
JANE DOEYonezu Kenshi, Utada Hikaru
This is a duet track with an overwhelming presence that sparked buzz by bringing together two of Japan’s leading top artists.
Wrapped in a melancholic atmosphere, it beautifully portrays a relationship that seems like it might connect, yet never fully does.
The piece was produced as the ending theme for the theatrical release Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc, which premiered in September 2025, and is included on a double A-side single released the same month.
The contrast between Kenshi Yonezu’s and Hikaru Utada’s vocal timbres directly deepens the song—truly wonderful.
With its quietly tense mood, it’s perfect for creating a mature vibe at karaoke.
If you sing it in a way that layers your individual styles, you’re sure to draw everyone’s attention.
Definitely consider adding it to your repertoire.
forget-me-notAwesome City Club
A signature number by Awesome City Club, whose melody resonates in the chest like tracing bittersweet yet warm memories.
While carrying a sense of loss over a past love, the protagonist’s earnest wish to use those memories as nourishment and step into a new future is beautifully conveyed through the delicate interplay of the male–female twin vocals.
This track appears at the very beginning of the album “Grower,” released in February 2021, and is widely known for being used as the inspire song for the film “We Made a Beautiful Bouquet.” Because the first and second verses tell the story from different perspectives, it’s a perfect choice for karaoke to be sung emotionally as a duet, layering each person’s feelings.
Miracle of BondsMAN WITH A MISSION×milet
This is a grand collaborative work by MAN WITH A MISSION and milet that dramatically portrays the protagonist’s unwavering resolve to press on through darkness for someone they care about.
It carries a powerful message about steadfastly protecting our bonds with others, and features a compelling arrangement that fuses traditional Japanese instruments with rock sounds.
Garnering attention as the opening theme for the smash-hit TV anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Swordsmith Village Arc, this track was released in May 2023, and its intricate structure—where male and female vocals intersect—draws listeners in.
With dynamic call-and-response parts to enjoy, it’s perfect for those who want to share the excitement at karaoke.
How about taking the mic with someone special and layering your voices together?
99 Steps feat. Kohjiya, Hana HopeSTUTS
A track that beautifully fuses hip-hop with refreshingly cool pop.
Produced by STUTS and featuring rapper Kohjiya and singer Hana Hope, this song layers their voices to create a propulsive feeling that pushes you forward.
Released in May 2025, it drew attention after being used in Otsuka Pharmaceutical’s Pocari Sweat TV commercial.
With rap and clear, translucent vocals unfolding in alternation, singing along can give you a satisfying sense of unity.
It’s a highly recommended number for two people looking to feel invigorated, and it’s sure to be a hit at karaoke.
Globe (with Vaundy)Aimer
This is a light, stylish groove that feels great to listen to.
The husky, nuanced vocals overlap with a loose, rhythmic delivery, vividly depicting the shifting emotional distance between two people sharing the same space.
This track is a collaboration between Aimer and Vaundy, included on the album Walpurgis released in April 2021.
In May 2021, it also drew attention as the theme song for the dating reality show Tonari no Koi wa Aoku Mieru.
Free of grandiose duet theatrics and beautifully refined, it’s perfect for karaoke when you want to relax and sing at your own pace.
Enjoy the harmonies that blend seamlessly into everyday life!
Yowanehaki feat. Wanuka, asmiMAISONdes
It’s a pop song that blends a Japanese aesthetic with a light, upbeat rhythm—so catchy you’ll find yourself humming along.
For the MAISONdes music project, set in a fictional apartment, Wanuka and asmi take part.
The work’s unique atmosphere—mixing cuteness with a touch of languor—is incredibly appealing.
Wanuka’s chorus and asmi’s gentle vocals intertwine, presenting a fresh take on a male–female duet.
Released in May 2021, it’s perfect for anyone looking to have fun singing together at karaoke!