Even if you’re tone-deaf, it’s okay! Easy karaoke songs for women

TouchYoshimi Iwasaki

Touch – Yoshimi Iwasaki (Full)

Here’s a nostalgic song: the theme from the anime Touch, released by Yoshimi Iwasaki in 1985.

It’s the kind of track that, the moment the intro starts at karaoke, everyone’s energy spikes and the memory switch flips on.

While everyone gets lost in nostalgia and the chorus lifts the mood, the song somehow carries you through.

This might just kick off an all-out anime-song parade next.

You don't listen to rock.Aimyon

Aimyon – You Don’t Listen to Rock [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

It’s Aimyon’s third single, released in August 2017.

As the author, I think Aimyon is a singer with considerable vocal ability and expressive power.

That said, her songs—including this one—don’t require the ultra-high notes or very wide vocal range common in many recent hits.

For those who aren’t confident singers, that can be a big advantage when choosing a song for karaoke.

Rhythmically and tempo-wise, it’s a mid-tempo 8-beat rock song, which should feel familiar to many people.

The melody leans more toward the low to mid range, but when you sing it, try to deliver it as powerfully as possible so your voice doesn’t come out mumbled.

PRIDEMiki Imai

PRIDE

This was Miki Imai’s 12th single, released in November 1996.

The lyrics, composition, and production were by Tomoyasu Hotei of BOØWY.

It’s her biggest hit and also one of her signature songs.

The track features a refined melody that is very characteristic of Hotei, yet it isn’t at all complex—its simplicity and singability highlight his strong talent as a composer.

That simplicity also lets Imai’s unadorned vocal tone shine beautifully.

At the time of the release, the industry placed great importance on support in the karaoke market, which likely influenced things as well.

There aren’t any parts that require belting, so aim to sing the whole piece gently and smoothly.

User ManualKana Nishino

Kana Nishino 'Torisetsu' MV (Short Ver.)

Kana Nishino’s 27th single, released in September 2015.

Speaking of Nishino, she has something of a laid-back singer image, which might make her songs feel more approachable for people who aren’t confident singers to add to their karaoke repertoire.

The vocal melody stays within a range that’s easy for most people to sing, so that shouldn’t be a hurdle when performing it at karaoke.

I think it’s best to try it without overthinking the idea of “singing!!!” and just hum along lightly with a relaxed feel.

I'll wait.Amin

I’ll wait – Aming

Amin’s debut single, released in July 1982.

As the release date suggests, you can strongly feel the influence of the genre known as “New Music,” which dominated the era at the time.

New Music has its roots in the folk songs of the 1970s.

One of its characteristics is that many vocal melodies are very simple and easy to sing, and in that respect, this song is something even people who aren’t confident singers can sing casually.

It also makes the most of the duo’s harmonies, so it might be a good idea to have a skilled singer take the sub-part to support you!

Stop this nightJUJU

JUJU “Stop This Night for Me”

This is the song that was chosen as the theme for the drama “Guilty: The Woman Who Made a Pact with the Devil.” JUJU’s songs aren’t in an especially high key, so some men might be able to sing them too.

Since it’s a dramatic ballad, if you focus more on conveying emotion than on perfect pitch, people around you should really listen.

Goodbye, Prisoneryonige

yonige “Goodbye Prisoner” [Official Video]

I recommend yonige’s songs because many of them are easy to sing overall.

“Sayonara Prisoner” repeats the same melody several times, so it’s easy to remember.

It doesn’t have many high notes, so I think it’s a song that’s easy to try.

Please give it a sing!