Easy-to-sing Disney songs. Songs that let you slip into a world of love, dreams, and magic.

Friend Like MeAlan Menken

Friend Like Me (Aladdin)

Here’s “Friend Like Me,” a surefire crowd-pleaser whenever it’s performed.

This song was written by Alan Menken for the film Aladdin.

It plays when the Genie appears and showcases just how amazing his magic is.

The standout feature of this piece is that most of it is essentially the Genie’s spoken lines.

As a result, the pitch and key changes are quite unique.

On the flip side, that also makes it an approachable choice even for people who aren’t confident singers.

You are my friend.Randy Newman

Toy Story - You've Got a Friend in Me

Going to karaoke to deepen your friendship is wonderful, isn’t it? The song I recommend is “You’ve Got a Friend in Me.” It’s a track by Randy Newman, known as the theme song from Toy Story.

In Japan, many people strongly associate it with the version sung by Diamond Yukai.

I’d love for you to try imitating that distinctive singing style.

There’s a spot where you can catch your breath before the big, energetic section, so I think it’s quite easy to sing.

ReflectionMatthew Wilder

Reflection (Mulan)

Supported for its profound message, “Reflection” is the song in question.

It’s a track created by Matthew Wilder and David Zippel for the film Mulan.

The title refers to looking inward and reexamining oneself, and in the song, the protagonist is depicted trying to face her true self.

The lyrics feel like a push on the back for anyone striving hard, making it perfect for sending encouragement.

The key is on the higher side, but since it’s slow, it should be easy to sing.

Let It Go ~As I Am~Kristen Anderson-Lopez,Robert Lopez

Takako Matsu – Let It Go ~Ari no mama de~ (From “Frozen”)

One of the most famous Disney songs in Japan is “Let It Go.” It topped numerous charts and was even nominated for the New Words and Buzzwords Awards.

The song was created by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, whose talents shine through in this grand piece that expresses the protagonist’s resolve.

There’s a clear contrast in intensity between the chorus and the other sections, so try to keep that in mind when you sing it.

Dreams in secretMack David,Al Hoffman

A Dream Is a Wish (Cinderella)

Since its release in 1950, the film Cinderella has continued to be beloved.

Among its songs, A Dream Is a Wish Your Heart Makes is especially memorable.

That’s because the song actually appears twice in the film.

Composed by Mack David and Al Hoffman, it’s crafted into a truly beautiful ballad.

Its relaxed tempo makes it quite easy to sing.

By the way, the song is arranged differently depending on the scene in which it appears.

It could be fun to check those differences and try imitating them.

For the First Time in ForeverKristen Anderson-Lopez,Robert Lopez

Sayaka Kanda, Takako Matsu – For the First Time in Forever (From “Frozen”)

The smash-hit film Frozen features the song For the First Time in Forever, which portrays one of the protagonists, Anna, dreaming about the fate-bound person she has yet to meet, and Elsa’s feelings of loneliness.

This piece was written by Robert Lopez and Kristen Anderson-Lopez.

Its appeal lies in how it gradually builds toward the latter half and contrasts the two characters’ states of mind through harmonies.

Try it as a challenge with a close friend, matching your breathing as you sing together.

Wish Upon a StarLeigh Harline

When You Wish upon a Star / Leigh Harline

It’d be cool to be able to sing jazz, right? So, the song I’d like to introduce is “When You Wish Upon a Star.” It was composed by Leigh Harline as the theme song for the movie Pinocchio.

The tempo is super slow, so it’s one of the easiest Disney songs to sing.

Also, many famous artists have covered this song, so it could be fun to use those as references.

How about the versions by Eikichi Yazawa or Ken Hirai?