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

Checkered one-piece dressback number

Check No One Piece

The piece “Checkered Dress” is striking for its bittersweet lyrics that tighten the chest.

Because it interweaves major and minor keys, you might get the impression it’s hard to sing, but since there are no abrupt jumps in pitch, it’s actually easier to sing than it sounds.

The only tricky part is the beginning of the B section.

With the vowel on “o,” you have to drop the pitch twice; this approaches an advanced vocal technique known as a “fake” (ad-lib), so it does require getting used to.

tenderback number

tender

One song that lets you feel their early musical style, “tender.” This track encapsulates the early hallmarks of back number with its loud sound and arrangement.

Some listeners may feel put off by intense-sounding songs.

While it’s true that the track maintains a loud feel throughout, the vocal line itself is quite simple.

There aren’t drastic pitch jumps, so as long as you can hold your long tones, anyone can sing it.

If you want to sing it even better, raise the key by one or two steps so that a natural shout comes out in the higher range.

horizonback number

back number – Horizon

Horizon, the fourth digital single, was written for high school students across Japan after the Inter-High School Championships were canceled due to the ongoing turmoil of the COVID-19 pandemic worldwide.

Its message, which gently comforts wounded hearts, likely resonated with many people beyond just high schoolers.

Along with its relaxed melody and arrangement, the narrow pitch range makes it relatively easy to try at karaoke.

However, the distinctive falsetto—a trademark of back number—appears in the chorus, so be careful not to go off pitch.

Setagaya Love Storyback number

Setagaya Love Story

Setagaya Love Story, the closing track of their fourth album to date, Love Story.

Its lyrics—portraying a man who can’t quite take that final step—have resonated with many, and did you know a short film based on the song has also been produced? The familiar, easy-to-remember melody rides on an ensemble with a sense of depth, making it great for karaoke.

The vocal range isn’t wide, so even those who aren’t confident singers can pour their feelings into it.

It’s a bittersweet number that any man will likely be able to vividly picture as a story.

sea glassback number

Sea Glass

Sea Glass, a renowned song by back number with its delicate melody, leaves a strong impression.

This piece is highly recommended for male singers with higher voices.

That’s because its vocal range is set on the higher side even among back number’s songs.

That said, it isn’t difficult: the vocal line is kept simple throughout.

While falsetto appears fairly often, the pitch movement isn’t rapid, so if you can produce falsetto and high tones without issue, you should find it easy to sing.

To new loversback number

back number – To the New Lovers

This song, which could be called the group’s signature track, is a warm piece that weaves together the feelings of becoming a parent.

Its heartrending lyrics and melody resonate deeply.

The delicate portrayal of a parent watching over their child’s growth is moving.

Written as the theme song for a Fuji TV Monday 9 p.

m.

drama, it was released digitally in July 2024.

It marks back number’s first Monday 9 p.

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drama theme in about nine years.

It’s a recommended track when you want to reflect on parent-child relationships and familial love, or when you wish to deepen your feelings for someone important.

Wrapped in the gentle vocals, why not think of someone dear to you?

I love youback number

back number – I Love You

“I Love You,” the 6th digital single chosen as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series Maiagare!, features a lyrical intro where guitar and piano phrases intertwine, complemented by a gentle vocal that truly resonates.

Its simple, approachable melody has a narrow range, making it easy to sing at karaoke.

However, since the falsetto in the chorus is the highlight, focus on keeping your pitch accurate.

As a theme song from a morning drama that nearly everyone has heard, this ballad is sure to be a crowd-pleaser at karaoke.