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[2025] A roundup of cool Western songs that get the crowd going at karaoke

With the rise of social media and subscription services, I think opportunities to encounter Western music have increased far more compared to the 2000s.

Because it’s now easy to access a wide range of genres—from cutting-edge pop and R&B to rock—many of you may be thinking, “I want to try singing Western songs at karaoke!”

So this time, we’ve selected a broad range of Western tracks that are sure to hype up a karaoke session, from the latest hits and TikTok favorites to timeless classics.

We’ve also included tips for singing them, so even if you’re not confident in your vocal skills, be sure to check it out.

[2025] A Collection of Cool Western Songs That Get the Crowd Going at Karaoke (21–30)

SugarMaroon 5

Maroon 5 – Sugar (Official Music Video)
SugarMaroon 5

Many of you have probably heard “Sugar” by the popular American band Maroon 5.

Its rhythm makes it fun both to sing and to listen to! Since the lyrics compare love to sweetness, aim for a sweet tone in your voice to match the song’s vibe.

The chorus is on the higher side, but it fits perfectly if you use your falsetto well.

The tempo itself isn’t fast, so you’ll do great if you lock into the rhythm and sing with good timing!

StrangersKenya Grace

Kenya Grace – Strangers (Official Lyric Video)
StrangersKenya Grace

Kenya Grace, who was born in South Africa and raised in the UK, is gaining attention for her style that fuses electronic pop with drum and bass.

Released on September 1, 2023, Strangers explores the theme of repeating relationship cycles and deftly captures emotional ups and downs.

In particular, it portrays the cycle of an intimate relationship ending and the two returning to strangers with heartfelt lyrics that deeply resonate with listeners.

The song’s appeal lies in its energetic dance and drum-and-bass sound coupled with sharp insight into shifting views on love.

It may be challenging not to get overly emotional while singing it, but try to ride the urbane beat and deliver it with cool confidence!

[2025] A roundup of cool Western songs that get the crowd going at karaoke (31–40)

I Want It That WayBackstreet Boys

Backstreet Boys – I Want It That Way (Official HD Video)
I Want It That WayBackstreet Boys

A ballad that’s also one of the signature songs of this pioneering, massively popular boy group.

In the chorus, the members split into parts and sing like call-and-response, making it a song everyone can sing together.

Starting with lead vocalist AJ, there are high-pitched shouts and the like, and if you can pull off that level of expression, it looks really cool.

It was a huge hit around the world, so anyone who spent their youth in the ’90s probably knows it, almost without exception.

It also seems fun to divide the parts among several people.

If you practice the harmonies, it’s guaranteed to get even more exciting!

All I Want For Christmas Is YouMariah Carey

Mariah Carey – All I Want For Christmas Is You (Official Video)
All I Want For Christmas Is YouMariah Carey

Mariah Carey, a U.

S.

-born musician with a grand and beautiful singing voice.

Her 1994 release “All I Want for Christmas Is You” is the perfect song for enjoying the holiday season.

Its lively rhythm and bell-tinged strings celebrate a happy couple.

The lyrics, which honestly express feelings for a loved one, are easy to remember thanks to repeated phrases.

It’s a great song to sing not only as a couple at karaoke but also with friends or coworkers to get everyone excited.

A Whole New World (Aladdin’s Theme) (From “Aladdin”/Soundtrack Version)Peabo Bryson & Regina Belle

A number from the popular Disney film Aladdin.

The Peabo Bryson and Regina Belle version was used as the theme song for the 1992 animated release.

Even if you’re only familiar with the Japanese lyrics—like the versions by Tomoya Nakamura and Haruka Kinoshita from the Japanese-dubbed animation and the live-action film—the English lyrics are very easy to sing, so it’s highly recommended! As a famous song from a classic everyone knows, it’s sure to be a hit as a duet with friends regardless of gender.

SeñoritaShawn Mendes & Camila Cabello

A song I recommend when going to karaoke with a man and a woman is Señorita.

It’s by Camila Cabello and Shawn Mendes, and the two started dating because of this track.

Fitting that background, the song has a very passionate feel.

Since it’s a duet, I think it will be a big hit if a man and a woman sing it together.

However, your partner may not always be able to carry it through.

While it might seem difficult, it’s surprisingly manageable to sing solo as well, so give it a try.

What Makes You BeautifulOne Direction

One Direction – What Makes You Beautiful (Official Video)
What Makes You BeautifulOne Direction

The debut single from a world-class boy band.

It’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser at Western pop karaoke.

The lyrics tell a girl who worries about how others see her, “You’re the one who least knows how beautiful you really are.” As befits a super hit, the catchy melody line and upbeat tempo make everyone want to sing along.

Back then they were a five-member group, so it’s fun to split the parts among several people, too.