Recommended ballads for women at karaoke! Be moved by timeless songs that touch the heart

DancerFukkun:)Tatsuki Fukuda
Primarily active in Tokyo, I have experience as a backup dancer for artists, a music video dancer, and a commercial dancer. I continue to work as a dancer while also engaging in article production. After discovering Michael Jackson in junior high school, I began dancing in my second year of high school. Since starting dance, in addition to the J-Pop and Japanese rock I had been listening to, I began exploring Western R&B, rap, alternative music, and other tracks commonly used for dance. In elementary school, I spent three years in a choir, and because I love singing, I often go to karaoke for fun. These days, I enjoy a wide range of music, from Japanese rock and rap to K-pop.

Do you want to sing a ballad with heartfelt emotion but aren’t sure which song to choose? There are many tracks with transparent, pure vocals and relatable lyrics, but that can make selecting one time-consuming.

Here, we introduce recommended ballad numbers that are perfect for singing with feeling.

Immerse yourself in a world woven from touching lyrics and beautiful melodies, and try expressing your feelings for someone special through song.

Recommended ballads for women (71–80)

Unfit to be a loverKoresawa

Koresawa “Unqualified as a Lover” [Music Video]

Koisuru Hisshaku Koresawa

A song that Koresawa self-covered after originally providing it to Miyuhan.

It was created as an answer song to Koresawa’s track “Tabako.” The lyrics portray the feelings of the protagonist’s lover from “Tabako.” When singing at karaoke, it’s great to perform both “Tabako” and this “Koibito Shikkaku”! Also pay attention to the lyrics that reveal the meaning behind the title “Koibito Shikkaku” (Disqualified as a Lover).

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Ghost in the FlowersYorushika

Yorushika – Ghost in a Flower (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

Ghost in a Flower — Yorushika

Yorushika is a band consisting of the composer n-buna and the singer suis.

“Hana ni Bourei” is a song released by Yorushika in 2020.

It was the theme song for the film “A Whisker Away,” and is a ballad popular among young women.

It portrays the melancholy of distant memories and the inability to forget, set against summer scenery.

Its gentle melody and wistful lyrics are sure to make anyone reflect on past memories and feel a sense of nostalgia.

Recommended for women looking for popular songs or ballads to sing in the summer!

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Clouds and GhostsYorushika

Yorushika – Clouds and Ghosts (MUSIC VIDEO)

Clouds and Ghosts - Yorushika

If you’re looking for a ballad that resonates with young listeners, how about Yorushika’s ‘Clouds and Ghosts’? Yorushika is a musical duo consisting of n-buna, who started out as a Vocaloid producer, and the singer suis, and they’ve become hugely popular especially among high school and college students.

Although it’s a ballad, it features plenty of bouncy rhythms, which keeps it from feeling too mellow—that’s part of its charm.

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dogwood (flowering dogwood)Yo Hitoto

Hitoto Yo – Hanamizuki

Hanamizuki Hitoto Yo

Yo Hitoto’s song “Hanamizuki” is a classic love ballad that’s widely known and popular among people of all ages.

Its melody and key are comfortable for many women to sing, so even those who aren’t confident in their singing can feel at ease.

Because it’s so well-known, it’s highly recommended as a ballad to sing at karaoke.

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Snow BlossomMika Nakashima

Mika Nakashima “Yuki no Hana” MUSIC VIDEO

Snow Flower by Mika Nakashima

Mika Nakashima is a singer who made her debut both as an actress and an artist in the TV drama “Kizudarake no Love Song.” Her 10th single “Yuki no Hana,” used in Meiji Seika’s ‘boda’ and ‘galbo’ commercials, is not only one of her signature songs but also cherished as a winter classic.

It’s such a well-known song that almost everyone has heard it at least once, so it’s sure to be a hit at karaoke.

With an expressive, dynamic singing style, it can light up any karaoke room—a ballad that women, especially, should add to their repertoire.

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the best in the worldSonoko Inoue

Sonoko Inoue – The Most in the World

Sonoko Inoue, the number one in the world

Sonoko Inoue’s “Sekai de Ichiban” is a romance song from a woman’s perspective that promises eternal love—also a popular choice as a wedding song.

Its letter-like lyrics to a loved one express the desire to stay together from now on, even if you fight or have things you dislike, because she still loves you.

As a man, wouldn’t you be happy if your girlfriend sang this to you? Highly recommended for women who want to propose! The music video, which portrays a couple overcoming miscommunication to find happiness, is also uplifting and worth watching.

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Love fallsMiliyah Kato

Miliyah Kato 'Love Falls' short ver.

Miliyah Kato - Love Falls

Miliyah Kato is a singer who gained popularity for her lyrics that resonate uniquely with women.

Her songs are also popular among younger generations, so they’re sure to get everyone excited at karaoke.

Ai ga Furu (Love Falls) is a track Miliyah Kato released in 2019, and it’s a karaoke favorite as well.

It’s a heartrending love song, so try singing it while really savoring the meaning of the lyrics.

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