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Aim for a high score! A collection of easy-to-sing karaoke songs recommended for high school students

Former vocal coach specializing in Western musicRyo
Under the theme of “vocal skills that stand up on the world stage,” I have experience teaching as an online vocal coach specializing in Western music, and I usually listen to genres like nuevo flamenco, bolero, canzone, and R&B. In my teens, I questioned the idea that “foreign music equals English,” and started exploring songs from around the world. My commentary is characterized by a unique perspective shaped by listening to music of every genre, in every language, from every country. I mainly cover world music, so be sure to check it out!
Music producer, composer, vocal coach, keyboard playerKei Takahata
From around 1995 to 2000, I built experience with a major label as a composer and producer. I then moved to the United States and studied voice and singing under Elizabeth Sabine, one of Los Angeles’s top vocal coaches, mastering the so-called Hollywood vocal technique advocated by Sabine. After returning to Japan, I have been involved in training and producing a variety of singers. My direction, which brings out the full appeal of both the music and the vocalist, is highly regarded. In the collaboration video with Vo. ryuichi of the band Guild below, I handled keyboards, vocal direction, and sound production. For inquiries and requests regarding voice training and music production, please contact me via the website below. SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-402518821

When karaoke has a scoring feature, you can’t help wanting to go for a high score, right?

I’m sure many of you enjoy competing for high scores with your friends.

This time, for high school students who love karaoke, I’ve selected some songs that seem relatively easy to sing and good for aiming at high scores.

The key to getting a high score at karaoke is, above all else, to memorize the melody and rhythm (note values) accurately!

If you want to aim for a high score, listen closely to the guide melody, memorize it, and then try singing.

If you’re thinking, “There’s no way I can memorize all that,” one trick might be to turn up the guide melody volume so it’s easier to hear while you sing.

Some of the individual song introduction articles also include advice specifically for getting high scores, so be sure to use this article as a reference and get a leg up on your friends!

Aim for a high score! A roundup of karaoke songs that are easy for high schoolers to sing (21–30)

The continuation of a dreamInori Minase

Inori Minase “Yume no Tsuzuki” Music Video

The continuation of the dream, Inori Minase

It’s a song released on September 3, 2025, and it was apparently created as an homage to Inori Minase’s own song “Yume no Tsubomi.” Overall, it’s bright and slightly high-pitched, so it’s an easy pick for those who are good with higher notes.

If high notes aren’t your strong point, it’s totally fine to lower the key by about two steps.

The melody is fairly simple, so you should be able to learn it quickly! For the high parts, if you just belt with a loud voice, you’ll strain your throat, so raise your tone above your normal speaking voice and use a bright voice as your base.

When you focus on that voice, your eyebrows and facial muscles will naturally lift—do you feel that? Try keeping that expression and projecting your voice far into the distance! If the sound comes out cleanly without catching in your throat, you’re doing it right.

It’ll also make it easier to stay on pitch, so give it a try!

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HAPPY BIRTHDAYback number

back number - “HAPPY BIRTHDAY” Music Video (Theme song for the TBS Tuesday drama “A Story to Read When You First Fall in Love”)

HAPPY BIRTHDAYback number

It’s back number’s 20th single, released in February 2019.

Ballad-style songs are often good candidates when you want to aim for a high score in karaoke, since it’s less likely you’ll fall behind the rhythm.

However, one thing to be careful about is that because the tempo is slow, you need to hold your pitch steadily on long notes.

In this song, pay particular attention to maintaining pitch on the many long tones in the chorus and to how you use falsetto at the beginning of the chorus.

Whether you can nail those points will be the key to getting a high score with this song.

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soliloquyHachiwara (a cat with a split two-tone face pattern)

Soliloquy MV [Chiikawa MAD] [Music Video]

Hitorigotsu Hachiwara

Chiikawa is a popular anime loved by a wide range of people, from elementary school children to adults.

The song “Hitorigotsu” is sung by Hachiware, a character in the series.

Given the time slot it airs in, most elementary schoolers have probably heard it at least once.

The piece is characterized by a very simple vocal line.

The pitch movement is very gentle and the range is quite narrow, so even upper-grade students whose voices may be unstable due to voice change can sing it without any problem.

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Voice of the SeaUrashima Taro

"The Voice of the Sea" Full ver. / Urashima Taro (Kenta Kiritani) [Official]

The Voice of the Sea Urashima Tarō

This song became a hot topic in au’s commercials and has become a real karaoke staple because it’s easy to sing.

The vocalist is Urashima Taro, played by Kenta Kiritani.

It’s a gentle, love-filled track with the charm of an unpretentious, down-to-earth singing voice.

The chorus might seem high, but once you try it, you’ll find it surprisingly easy to sing—that’s one of this song’s hallmarks.

Plus, the tempo is slow, so you can check each pitch and rhythm as you sing.

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Spot the differenceMasaki Suda

Masaki Suda 'Machigai Sagashi' (Spot the Difference)

Spot the Differences Masaki Suda

A song released in 2019 by Masaki Suda, an actor hugely popular among middle and high school students who also enjoys immense success as a singer.

The lyrics and composition were handled by Kenshi Yonezu, who is likewise very popular with the same age group.

It’s a love song with many relatable and moving parts that might even bring you to tears, offering plenty of standout moments.

The key isn’t very high, making it an easy choice for karaoke beginners to try.

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moonlightAimer

Aimer 'Tsukikage' Lyric Video

Tsukikage Aimer

Aimer is a female singer-songwriter who has gained popularity for her emotional vocals born from her unique vocal timbre.

I think many people across generations love her songs.

Among Aimer’s tracks, the one I especially recommend is Tsukikage.

This piece, arranged as an orthodox J-POP ballad, features a vocal line with gentle rises and falls throughout.

There are no demanding falsetto parts either, making it a must-hear for those aiming for a high score.

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There, thereKANA-BOON

KANA-BOON “Horarara” Music Video

Horarara KANA-BOON

KANA-BOON is a band that has continued to stay popular for many years with their upbeat melodies and lyrics.

While they’re considered a mid-career act among Japanese rock bands, they’re still active on the front lines, so even high school students have probably heard their songs.

Among KANA-BOON’s tracks, the one I especially recommend is “Horarara.” It’s a somewhat uptempo song, but the pitch movement is simple, making it easy to stay in tune.

Be sure to add it to your repertoire.

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