Karaoke songs that make it easy for women to score high

I can't say it.Furui Riho

Furui Riho – I Can’t Say It (Official Music Video)

Furui Riho is a female R&B singer whose refined musicality has won her popularity.

In Japan’s R&B scene, many tracks lean toward pop and can’t truly be called R&B, but she stands out by delivering authentic R&B interpreted through a distinctly Japanese lens.

Among her works, the track I especially recommend is Ienai wa (I Can’t Say It).

Many people associate R&B with difficult techniques—like heavy use of vocal runs—that can feel intimidating.

This song is different: while it incorporates genuine R&B elements, it features a catchy, singable vocal line.

It’s a great pick for anyone aiming for a high score with an R&B-style song.

366 daysHY

HY – 366 Days (Official Music Video)

A track included on HY’s album “HeartY,” which was released in April 2008.

It was used as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama and Toho-distributed film “Akai Ito” (Red Thread).

The song features a very gentle and beautiful melody, making it easy to remember and sing—even for karaoke.

However, there are parts with large melodic leaps and shifts in vocal placement that require slightly more advanced singing technique.

It’s a selection geared a bit toward intermediate to advanced singers, but if you’re confident in your vocals, definitely give it a try.

This song has been covered by many artists, including Mone Kamishiraishi, so checking out those cover versions could be helpful too!

EverythingMISIA

MISIA – Everything （Official HD Music Video）

This is MISIA’s seventh single overall, released in October 2000.

MISIA is known for her exceptional vocal ability, and her performance on this track is outstanding.

In that sense, it may be considered relatively difficult for karaoke.

However, because the melody features many long sustained notes and the tempo is slow, it’s very easy to add dynamics.

That makes it a song where you can aim for a high score in categories like “expression” in karaoke scoring.

It’s a slightly advanced pick, but listen closely to the original and give it a try.

It’s also an ideal track for practicing handling long tones, such as vibrato.

PolyrhythmPerfume

[Official Music Video] Perfume “Polyrhythm”

Perfume’s fifth single, released in September 2007.

The original track is heavily processed with pitch-correction effects—the so-called Yasutaka Nakata sound—but when you sing it at karaoke, it’s better not to focus too much on that vibe.

It’s a studio-crafted effect on a computer, so you can’t really reproduce it with live vocals (haha).

The melody itself is very simple, so it’s a song where you can sing normally and easily aim for a high score.

Still, with a track like this, it’s probably best not to worry about points and just have fun!

ColorfulSHISHAMO

SHISHAMO “Colorful”

SHISHAMO is a female three-piece rock band that has gained popularity for their music packed with cuteness and emotional vibes.

Their foundation is mainly pop, and they occasionally release punk-style or alternative tracks.

Their new song, Colorful, features a melody with strong J-pop elements.

The vocal line in this track is very simple, with no drastic pitch shifts or difficult high notes.

For most women, it’s easy to sing in the original key, making it a perfect choice for aiming for a high score at karaoke.

MisterYOASOBI

Mister

This is YOASOBI’s 14th digital-only single, released on February 16, 2022.

The tempo and rhythm are very easy to groove to, and the vocal melody is easy to hum along with, so I recommend it as a song choice if you’re aiming for a high score.

The beat has a bit of a bounce, so be mindful of where the accents fall and make sure your singing doesn’t become flat.

Study carefully where to hold notes and where to cut them short, then give it a try.

Open your heartZARD

Open Your Heart (Music Video)

This is ZARD’s 18th single, released in May 1996.

At the time, it was also used as a commercial song for Otsuka Pharmaceutical’s Pocari Sweat.

It’s a mid-tempo track where Izumi Sakai’s unadorned vocals resonate with a touch of poignancy, yet the vocal melody is crafted to be very memorable and easy to sing.

With this one, many people should be able to aim for high scores at karaoke.

Not just this song, but 1990s J-pop—especially ZARD’s catalog—is a treasure trove of tracks that are easy to sing and great for scoring well at karaoke.

If you’re interested, try searching around; you’re sure to find a new favorite song!