[Harmony Songs for Duets] Songs that feel great to harmonize
When you sing harmony songs at karaoke or live shows, that satisfying moment when your part blends perfectly with your partner’s feels so good, doesn’t it? But when you actually try it, many people may feel things like: “I can’t tell which is the lead and which is the harmony,” “I keep getting thrown off,” or “It’s hard to stay on pitch.” So this time, we’ve picked out songs where the harmony parts are clearly divided and easy to sing, as well as songs that feel great when you harmonize on the chorus! We’ve gathered everything from classic Showa-era hits to the latest tracks, so enjoy harmonizing with your karaoke buddies or bandmates!
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[Harmony Songs to Sing as a Duet] Songs That Feel Great to Harmonize (71–80)
March of the LivingRingo Sheena and AI
The song “March of the Living” by Sheena Ringo and AI.
It’s based on jazz but features a somewhat irregular structure, with a feel reminiscent of Afro-Cuban music.
The vocal line, rich in semitones, may sound unfamiliar, but since it stays within the low-mid to high-mid range, it isn’t difficult to produce.
The harmony is clearly divided into two parts, making it relatively easy to practice.
Because there are many off-beat accents, be sure to sing with a strong sense of groove.
Bridge of Gloryyuzu
This is the 21st single by the Japanese folk duo Yuzu, released in July 2004.
It was chosen as the official theme song for NHK’s Athens Olympics broadcasts.
The song has also been used in several commercials since then, so many of you have probably heard it.
It’s a beautiful track that showcases Yuzu’s exquisite harmony work.
As for those harmonies, the arrangement is essentially adding a part a fifth above the main vocal line, so I think it shouldn’t be too difficult for the average person to reproduce when singing at karaoke, and so on.
If you’re careful not to let the timing between the two singers slip, even harmonizing in octaves can make it sound quite nice!
Love isRyuichi Kawamura
This was Ryuichi Kawamura’s fourth single, released on October 15, 1997.
It’s a slow ballad with a very beautiful melody.
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Kawamura’s distinctive vocal style is striking, but if you listen without being swayed by that, you’ll notice the vocal melody itself is extremely simple and beautiful.
The harmony parts aren’t arranged in a complex way either, so I think it’s great material for enjoying harmonizing at karaoke.
The chorus is what’s called “ji-hamo,” where the chorus sings the same lyrics as the lead vocal, so when singing at karaoke, the key to making it sound good is to sync your breathing perfectly with the lead singer and keep your timing tight.
The harmony melody isn’t difficult at all, so definitely give it a try!
[Duet Harmony Songs] Songs That Feel Great to Harmonize To (81–90)
Surely more than anyone else in the worldMiho Nakayama & WANDS
A collaboration single by singer-actress Miho Nakayama and the rock band WANDS, released in October 1992.
It’s a mid-tempo pop song that strongly reflects a hallmark of ’90s hits—an extremely catchy chorus melody that sticks in your head—and it’s very well-suited for karaoke even if you ignore the harmony parts.
In terms of roles within the song, Nakayama handles the lead vocals while WANDS’s Uesugi takes the chorus parts; each part is easy to pick out, making it an ideal practice piece for mixed-gender harmonies.
It could be fun to sing as a couple with your boyfriend or girlfriend!
twofold forgettingKobukuro
Kobukuro’s 33rd single, released on July 7, 2021.
By the way, the title is pronounced “Ryōbō.” Since their debut, Kobukuro—a duo of Shunsuke Kuroda and Kentarō Kobuchi—has been highly praised for their harmony work, and that well-regarded harmonization is alive and well in this song, letting you enjoy beautifully crafted chorus parts.
Because they’re known for their choral work, some people might hesitate to try harmonizing this song at karaoke, but the chorus arrangement isn’t actually that complicated, so there’s nothing to fear! Definitely give it a try.
Just be careful not to make your vocals too edgy or forceful, as that could spoil the song’s charm.
Aim to sing as gently and softly as possible.
presentJITTERIN’JINN
This was Jitterin’ Jinn’s second single, released on February 14, 1990.
Speaking of Jitterin’ Jinn, they were one of the representative bands of the so-called beat-punk genre, which was at the center of the band boom in the ’90s.
Many of their songs feature very straightforward, easy-to-grasp melodies and catchy lyrics, and “Present” is one of those hits.
Starting from the A-melodic section of the second chorus, a male vocal “ji-hamo” (syllable-by-syllable harmony) comes in.
In the original, the male chorus part is a lower harmony, but if you’re singing this at karaoke, since it’s a male-female harmony song, I think having men and women sing in unison can still make it sound “authentic.” Enjoy!
blue skyTHE BLUE HEARTS
This is THE BLUE HEARTS’ eighth single, released on June 21, 1989.
It’s also a re-cut track from their third album, TRAIN-TRAIN.
Many songs by THE BLUE HEARTS feature clear, catchy melodies, making them great for singing along—not just this one.
In terms of harmonizing, this song is structured so that it works simply by adding a straightforward upper harmony to the main melody.
So it’s a perfect piece for anyone who’s hesitated to try harmonizing—give it a shot.
You’ll surely discover how fun harmonizing can be!