Classic and popular blues songs to sing at karaoke
The blues—a music genre whose charm lies in its deeply melancholic sound.
In fact, Japanese blues is surprisingly known for its high quality.
The underground scene is home to some incredible singers, and it’s overflowing with great songs.
This time, we’ve selected tracks we especially recommend for karaoke.
We’ve also included vocal technique tips from a vocal coach, so if you want to sing the blues with a cool, rugged edge, this is a must-see.
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- Ballad songs that are easy to sing at karaoke. Recommended classics and popular hits.
- Karaoke songs recommended for men with low voices or who are good at singing in a low register
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- For men with low voices: Songs that tend to score well at karaoke
- A collection of cool songs that sound great when sung by women, originally male songs
Blues classics and popular songs you’ll want to sing at karaoke (11–20)
Cycling BluesKiyoshiro Imawano
Kiyoshiro Imawano’s song is a work filled with love for bicycles.
It captures the sensation of slicing through the breeze on a refreshing ride, set to a bluesy melody.
Released in July 2005, the track offers a glimpse of his cyclist side.
Imawano, who started cycling in his fifties, pours his passion into every line of the lyrics.
It’s recommended not only for cycling enthusiasts but also for anyone who wants to feel a sense of unity with nature.
Sing it at karaoke, and you’ll surely feel a pleasant wind.
In conclusion
This time, we introduced some of Japan’s finest homegrown blues.
While Japan has many great blues singers in the underground scene, the mainstream still has a long way to go.
We’d love to see a blues boom arrive in Japan.
Rag Music also has other articles themed around the blues—be sure to check them out!