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Karaoke songs to sing in April: classic and popular spring hits

Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICKeisuke Hane
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. After working at a music studio and in wedding sound engineering, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with various instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in middle school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on personal music activities and professional experience, produces daily articles, including song introductions, features on music festivals around Japan, and live reports. Enjoys a wide range of music, from domestic and international rock to, more recently, a broad spectrum of J-pop.
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April means a fresh start! With welcome parties at school and work, you’ll often hear “Let’s go to karaoke!” That’s why I’m introducing recommended karaoke songs for April.

If you’re looking for songs that get the crowd going at karaoke or want to know famous spring hits everyone knows, this article is perfect for you! A new chapter is exciting, but it’s natural to feel anxious about building relationships in a new place.

In times like that, why not show off a song you’re good at as a kind of self-introduction? Make sure to practice at least one guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Karaoke songs to sing in April: Spring classics and popular hits (11–20)

spring sunlightKAF × Kujira

[Suite] KAFU × Kujira #97 “Spring Sunlight” [Original MV]

Haruyou Hanafu × Kujira

Wrapped in the spring sunlight that still carries the afterglow of graduation, the warm tones woven by Kaf and Kujira seep gently into the heart.

Their harmonized vocals—mingling wistfulness and hope—tenderly express the complex emotions of parting.

Released on March 23, 2022, this piece was created in celebration of Kaf’s high school graduation, with Kujira’s delicate sound production bringing out the clarity of her voice.

Its world, where refreshing melodies coexist with a pale, aching sadness, stays close to those about to take a new step forward, giving them a gentle push.

It’s a song you’ll want to sing at life’s turning points—graduation ceremonies, farewell gatherings, and spring welcome parties.

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Happinessstorm

ARASHI – Happiness [Official Music Video]

Happiness Arashi

A song packed with a lively rhythm and a positive message! Its melody naturally lifts the listener’s spirits, and the powerful lyrics give a push toward stepping into the future.

Released in 2007, it also made waves as the theme song for the drama “Yamada Taro Monogatari.” It’s a live-show staple, and the sight of the entire venue coming together in excitement is truly spectacular.

As spring brings new beginnings, singing it at karaoke is sure to spread positive energy! Sing it with friends and savor the best moments together.

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forget-me-notAwesome City Club

Awesome City Club / Wasurena (MUSIC VIDEO)

Wasurena Awesome City Club

If you’re looking for a spring-like male–female duet, I highly recommend this song.

Awesome City Club is a band with dual male and female lead vocals: the first verse is mainly sung by the male vocalist, and the second by the female vocalist.

The chorus builds a beautiful harmony between the two that’s absolutely mesmerizing.

The choral work in the chorus is especially superb—while it’s by no means easy, if you can pull it off, it’s goosebump-inducing! Perfect for a male–female pair confident in their vocal skills.

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One-room DiscoPerfume

[Official Music Video] Perfume “One-Room Disco”

One-room Disco Perfume

This is a recommended song for those starting to live alone in a new phase of life.

As the title suggests, it portrays a new life beginning in a studio apartment.

While it captures the excitement mixed with anxiety about living in a new environment, its catchy vibe is quintessential Perfume, the technopop unit.

When singing it at karaoke, in addition to keeping firmly in time with the rhythm, using the voice-changing feature to create a “kerokero” (auto-tuned) voice can boost the authenticity and really liven things up.

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bookmarkCreepHyp

CreepHyp - “Bookmark” (MUSIC VIDEO)

Bookmark CreepHyp

This is a song by CreepHyp that portrays a bittersweet farewell against a backdrop of cherry blossoms swirling in the wind.

Originally produced as the campaign song for FM802 × TSUTAYA ACCESS in 2018, it was frequently played on the radio, so many people have probably heard it.

Since CreepHyp is known for vocalist Seika Ozaki’s distinctive high-tone voice, this track may be difficult for men with a typical vocal range to sing.

For that reason, it’s also a recommended song for women to try singing.

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spring thunderKenshi Yonezu

Kenshi Yonezu – Spring Thunder

Spring Thunder Kenshi Yonezu

This song, which portrays a romance set in spring, is by the singer-songwriter Kenshi Yonezu.

It delicately depicts falling in love with a woman likened to a spring thunderstorm that heralds the season’s arrival.

The BPM is 124—not particularly fast—but the lyrics are dense and delivered at a quick pace, so you’ll probably need to practice beforehand if you plan to sing it at karaoke.

In addition, the melody line has some complex parts, making the overall difficulty fairly high; however, if you can pull it off, it’s guaranteed to look cool.

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Karaoke songs I want to sing in April: Classic and popular spring tunes (21–30)

periodHuwie Ishizaki

Huwie Ishizaki – Period

Period Ishizaki Huwie

Woven with a gentle singing voice, this spring ballad is a gem that depicts the delicate emotions where hope and farewell intersect.

While carrying the loss of heartbreak, the wavering resolve to take a new step forward is expressed in delicate words.

Huwie Ishizaki’s tender vocals and skillful word choice resonate deeply with listeners.

The song is included on the album “Huwie Best,” released in March 2018, and its music video—featuring actor Masaki Suda—became a hot topic.

It’s a track that stays close to those who feel both excitement and anxiety during the season of change that comes with spring and the start of a new life.

It gently embraces the hearts of those striving to overcome the pain of a broken heart and move forward.

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