Easy-to-sing recommended songs by back number [for karaoke song selection]

Important thingsback number

Daijinakoto

A warm ballad that gently depicts the misunderstandings, conflicts, and the importance of trust between lovers.

The relationship—born of strong feelings for the other person—that can bring about anxiety, hesitation, and sometimes arguments is portrayed from a down-to-earth perspective.

Released as a coupling track to the single “Hanataba” in June 2011, it was also chosen as the ending theme for NHK’s documentary program “Mirai e no Tobira.” With its calm melody line, this song is considered relatively easy to sing among back number’s tracks.

Because it invites heartfelt singing even at karaoke, it’s a perfect choice when you want to think of your partner or someone dear to you and convey your honest feelings.

From our joined handsback number

back number – From the Hands We Held (full)

A poignant ballad that reflects on past romance and gradually realizes the value of a lost love.

It delicately portrays the warmth of happier days slowly cooling, as well as the magnitude of the other person’s presence that only becomes clear after the breakup.

Included on the 4th album “Love Story” released in March 2014, it was also used as the commercial song for JTB’s travel product “JTB Premium.” With a gentle, heart-touching melody and a relatable narrative, this song is relatively easy to sing at karaoke and is one you’ll want to try—especially if you’ve experienced heartbreak or parting.

Until the day I can no longer rememberback number

back number – Until the Day It Becomes Unrememberable (full)

A masterpiece that beautifully portrays the inner landscape where the grief of losing a loved one intersects with the desire to hold on to their memories.

The gentle, humming-like melody, the understated guitar riff, and Iyori Shimizu’s wistful vocals all deepen the emotions of parting.

Released in October 2011, this song is included on the album “Superstar” and was also used as the ending theme for TV Tokyo’s music program “JAPAN COUNTDOWN.” Although the vocal range is fairly wide, the calm melodic line makes it a song you can sing while savoring the lyrics.

Winter and Springback number

back number – Winter and Spring

The love song released in January 2024 is a poignant breakup track that also conveys a sense of forward-looking strength.

While carrying a faint lingering attachment and loneliness toward an ex who chose another woman, it portrays a woman facing her feelings and trying to take a new step, mirroring the seasonal shift as snow melts and spring arrives.

The delicate emotional expression and memorable melodies—so characteristic of back number—truly resonate.

It’s a heartwarming song that gently nudges those trying to overcome dark feelings and move forward.

Velvet Poemback number

Velvet Poem

Back Number’s classic song “Velvet no Uta” (“Velvet Poem”).

Released in 2022, it became well-loved as the theme song for the film Akira and Akira.

The track is crafted as a straightforward, traditional ballad.

While Back Number’s songs often feature a lot of long sustained notes, this one is relatively restrained in that regard, making it comfortable to sing even for those who struggle with breath control.

The chorus includes some slightly higher phrases, but because the melody rises in a gentle, upward-tilting manner, it should be easy to keep your pitch on target.

Big wrong answerback number

back number – The Big Wrong Answer (full)

Back Number’s masterpiece “Dai Fuseikai” is marked by a melody that carries a wistful air.

Although it has a slightly fast tempo, it’s overall a very singable track.

The key reason it’s so easy to sing is its narrow vocal range.

While many Back Number songs unexpectedly include a lot of high parts, this one doesn’t; the A verse, B verse, bridge, and chorus are all contained within a tight range.

There is a falsetto section just before the final chorus, but it’s a scat part, so it’s perfectly fine to skip it when singing karaoke.

Bubbles and Sheepback number

Awato Hitsuji

This heartwarming song portrays a protagonist who, after repeated failures in love and everyday life, gradually learns to accept themselves as they are.

Shifting from serious lyrics to a fresh, spring-like melody and the warm tones characteristic of back number, it gently conveys an uplifting message.

Released on the May 2015 single “SISTER” and included on the December 2015 album “Chandelier,” the track also became well-known as the tie-in song for the men’s shampoo “SUNSTAR TONIC.” With its relatable message and comfortable vocal range, it’s an easy choice to try at karaoke.