Songs that make you sound good at karaoke
Since the 2020s, the vocal skills demanded in Japan’s music scene have advanced dramatically, and most hit songs have become quite challenging.
Many people may feel that even if they want to sound good at karaoke, it’s hard to find the right songs.
So this time, we’ve picked out songs that make you sound great at karaoke!
Focusing mainly on Japanese music, we’ve selected a wide range from timeless classics to the latest hits.
Because these are songs that tend to “sound good,” we’ve centered our picks on tracks that are easy to sing—perfect even if you’re not confident in your vocal ability.
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Songs that make you sound good at karaoke (1–10)
Eeny, meeny, miny, moeYurina Hirate
Since leaving Keyakizaka46, Yurina Hirate has been forging her own path as a solo artist, active in music and acting, with every move she makes drawing attention.
Released in March 2025, “Eeny Meeny Miny Moe” puts tech-house elements front and center, blending coolness and pop sensibility to superb effect, and the striking visual image Hirate presents in the music video also drew a lot of buzz.
Melodically, it isn’t particularly difficult and sits in a range that men can sing as well, but with this kind of track, simply singing it can feel too flat.
It’s best to immerse yourself in the song’s world and perform with the mindset of becoming Hirate herself.
＝ (feat. YO_CO)NEW!BAK
Released in June 2022, this song is performed as a duet by BAK and YO_CO.
It beautifully showcases their call-and-response and overlapping vocals.
Since both singers primarily use head voice, it’s perfect for those who want to sing head-voice songs.
Because the range is on the higher side, be careful not to strain your throat.
When practicing, try singing with “h”-sounds to naturally release breath; this will make it easier to sing.
A particularly recommended method is to sing all the lyrics using “hi.” The “hi” sound makes humming easier and resonates in the head.
Start by pronouncing it lightly so that it resonates in your head rather than your throat.
Your breath will flow more naturally, and producing head voice will become easier.
Mirror feat. Kosuke SaitoNEW!Leo Ieiri
It was released for streaming on October 8, 2025, and was written as the theme song for the NTV Wednesday drama “ESCAPE: It Was Supposed to Be a Kidnapping.” It’s a collaboration between Leo Ieiri and Kosuke Saito, the guitarist-vocalist of UNISON SQUARE GARDEN and TenTwenty.
Despite the very high vocal range, both of their voices soar in the same register, and the result is truly beautiful.
It’s wonderful as a solo, of course, but if possible you’ll want to sing it as a male-female duet! That said, finding a man who can sing this high is no easy task.
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When you sing it, try to focus on using your breath and producing a strong tone.
If you aim to resonate in your head while you phonate, you’ll gradually get closer to the right sound.
Core strength matters, too!
Songs that make you sound good at karaoke (11–20)
ActorNEW!Lila Ikuta
This song, written and composed by Rira Ikuta, is used as the ending theme for the TV anime SPY×FAMILY Season 3.
Rira Ikuta, known as the vocalist of YOASOBI, is famous for her clear, translucent voice.
“Actor” features a melody line that isn’t too difficult and a range that isn’t overly high.
It’s easier to memorize and sing compared to other songs! When you listen to it, the verse sits quite low… I recommend opening your throat with a slightly surprised expression and singing as if you’re letting the breath flow.
In the chorus, it might work to sing mostly in head voice/falsetto.
However, since it’s a bright-sounding song, you’ll want to avoid a weak falsetto.
Try to sing with the image of constantly resonating in the head and firmly projecting your breath as voice!
APT.ROSÉ & Bruno Mars
When it comes to the global smash hit that represents 2024, it has to be “APT.” by BLACKPINK’s Rosé and Bruno Mars.
The moment you hear that unforgettable phrase that sticks in your head, you instantly think, “Oh, that song,” and it feels like the first Western pop hit in a while to spread across many generations in Japan.
I’m sure plenty of people sing it at karaoke, and the only part to watch out for is the section with that characteristically Bruno Mars–style melodic line.
Since there aren’t any high notes, once you memorize the lyrics, it’s guaranteed to get the crowd going at karaoke!
kaiju (giant monster)Sakanaction
Kaijū, which drew attention as the opening theme for Chi: About the Movement of the Earth and was released in February 2025 as Sakanaction’s first new song in about three years, topped the Oricon chart and already feels like it has cemented its place as one of 2025’s defining tracks.
While it has a straightforward, classic J-pop structure, the clever arrangement gives it a dramatic and even complex feel, showcasing advanced technique.
That said, the melody line itself isn’t particularly difficult, and there aren’t any extreme high notes, so it seems relatively easy to sing.
If you pay attention to the contrast between the rhythmic sections and the more sustained, expansive parts, you can highlight your “singing skill” even more!
HappinessNEW!AI
Released in December 2011, this song was once used for Coca-Cola’s Christmas campaign.
The opening bell sound really evokes winter and Christmas! I’m sure many of you have heard it before.
The song itself has R&B elements, with a groove that makes you move your body, and the rhythm is a bit unique.
If you try singing it without preparation, you might feel a slight rhythmic mismatch, so some practice is recommended.
Also, the song’s highest note, D#5 right before the last chorus, has tricky timing—make sure to nail it! There are lots of chorus parts too, so singing it as a duo with harmonies will sound really cool.
It’s a song that portrays “everyday love” and a “sense of happiness.” Enjoy it at karaoke!