A wonderful, moving song

[Moving Songs] A collection of touching Japanese pop classics that are easy to sing at karaoke.

DancerFukkun:)Tatsuki Fukuda
Primarily active in Tokyo, I have experience as a backup dancer for artists, a music video dancer, and a commercial dancer. I continue to work as a dancer while also engaging in article production. After discovering Michael Jackson in junior high school, I began dancing in my second year of high school. Since starting dance, in addition to the J-Pop and Japanese rock I had been listening to, I began exploring Western R&B, rap, alternative music, and other tracks commonly used for dance. In elementary school, I spent three years in a choir, and because I love singing, I often go to karaoke for fun. These days, I enjoy a wide range of music, from Japanese rock and rap to K-pop.

There are lots of songs that move you when you listen to them, right?

But when it comes to singing them yourself at karaoke, have you ever found the notes surprisingly high or the melody harder to pitch than you expected?

This time, I’ve gathered some comparatively easy-to-sing songs among the moving ones!

There are emotional songs for various situations—departures, farewells, expressions of gratitude—so I think you’ll find ones that resonate when you relate them to your own experiences.

I’d be happy if you discover a new favorite among the songs I’m introducing.

Let’s get started!

[Heartwarming Songs] A collection of moving Japanese hits that are easy to sing at karaoke. (21–30)

Before you become a memorySpitz

Before You Become a Memory / Spitz

Before You Become a Memory Spitz

A 1993 song by the alternative rock band Spitz that depicts a man and woman’s breakup.

Its literary, beautiful lyrics draw you in and make you empathize.

Since it’s well-known, many people can probably sing along to it at karaoke.

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me me sheRADWIMPS

RADWIMPS – me me she [Official Music Video]

me me sheRADWIMPS

A love song by the rock band RADWIMPS, who became so famous after handling the theme song for Your Name.

that it’s no exaggeration to say there’s no one who doesn’t know them.

It’s a bittersweet breakup song, but its gentle melody and vocalist Yojiro Noda’s conversational singing style resonate with listeners’ hearts.

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Everyone is a heroAI

“Everyone’s a Hero / AI” YouTube FanFest Japan 2016

Everyone’s an AI hero

A song by the hugely popular female artist AI, widely known after being featured in a mobile carrier’s commercial.

Its grand sound and AI’s powerful vocals pierce the listener’s heart.

It’s also perfect for everyone to sing together at karaoke.

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Believe in yourselfMao Abe

Mao Abe – Believe in yourself (Official Music Video)

Believe in Yourself by Mao Abe

A powerful, straightforward song by singer-songwriter Mao Abe, whose heartfelt lyrics really strike a chord.

Since it was used as the theme song for an anime, it’s probably quite well-known.

It fits many situations, making it easy to sing at karaoke and sure to captivate listeners.

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together; along with; bothWANIMA

WANIMA – Together (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

Together with WANIMA

A song about parting by WANIMA, one of the bands riding a wave of momentum with many festival appearances.

With its upbeat sound and straightforward, positive lyrics, it’s sure to get people hyped at karaoke and spark conversations about shared memories.

Recommended for farewells, graduations, and transfer season.

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Song of ParentsGReeeeN

GReeeeN Parents' Song Crayon Shin-chan

Father-Mother Song by GReeeeN

A song by the ever-popular music group GReeeeN—whose popularity shows no sign of waning, with their films and more being hits—expressing gratitude to parents.

With the straightforward lyric “Father, Mother, just thank you,” many parents are sure to feel a lump in their throat.

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Don’t seal off the path we’re walking with sorrow.Sambomaster

Sambomaster: “Don’t Close the Path We Walk With Sorrow” MUSIC VIDEO

Don't close off the path we walk with sorrow, Sambomaster.

A straightforward, all-out heart-crying song by the youth punk rock band Sambomaster.

Recommended for those who don’t want to get melancholy even in sad moments like farewells.

The bright, positive lyrics are moving and will also give you energy.

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