No worries if you're tone-deaf! Easy-to-sing J-pop songs for karaoke
Recently, with the K-pop boom, the difficulty level of Japanese music has risen sharply compared to before.
Songs that use whisper voice and mixed voice have become standard, and on top of that, advanced vocal techniques like riffs/ad-libs and hiccups are now being demanded.
In this situation, it can be quite difficult for people who aren’t confident singers to find songs that suit them and are easy to sing.
So this time, we’ve picked out tracks that even those who lack confidence in their singing or consider themselves tone-deaf can handle! Of course, we chose them with karaoke crowd-pleasing in mind, so please consider adding them to your repertoire!
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- Easy songs that are simple to sing at karaoke. Recommended classics and popular tracks.
- Karaoke songs for men in their 20s that are easy to sing even if you're tone-deaf
- Easy-to-sing songs even for those who aren’t good at singing. Karaoke songs recommended for middle school students.
Recommended for men (11–20)
SUNGen Hoshino
Released in May 2015, this is Gen Hoshino’s eighth single.
The rhythm might be a bit tricky, but in terms of vocal range it should be relatively comfortable to sing.
If you focus on singing plainly and honestly like Gen Hoshino, it should turn out nicely.
Try not to think too much about “singing well”; instead, face the song straight on and give it a try.
LemonKenshi Yonezu
Kenshi Yonezu’s eighth major-label single, released in February 2018.
Since it was also the theme song for the drama “Unnatural,” many of you have probably heard it.
It may seem like a somewhat difficult song, but Yonezu himself isn’t the type of singer who relies on flashy technique, so as long as you take care not to let your voice crack on the high notes in the chorus, most people should be able to sing it without too much trouble.
The key point is whether you can switch smoothly into falsetto for the highest notes.
I think the biggest highlight when singing this song is how well you can convey the sense of expansion as it moves from the pre-chorus into the chorus.
Give it your all and sing with feeling to carry it through.
Goodbye ElegyMasaki Suda
Among young actors, Masaki Suda stands out for his individuality, showcasing talent not only in acting but also in the arts.
This is his third single, which was used as the theme song for the TV drama “Kiss That Kills” (Todome no Kiss).
His vocals blend a uniquely actor-like presence and expressive power with a catchy, lyrical melody—an excellent combination.
While the melody moves a lot, the pitch range isn’t very wide, making it approachable even for those who aren’t confident in their singing.
It’s a song with a sense of drive, so even if you power through it at first, it makes for an exciting karaoke number.
Shadows of SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE
It’s a single released on August 11, 2025, and it’s featured as the theme song for Kirin’s “Gogo no Kocha” commercial.
Among Mrs.
GREEN APPLE’s songs, this one doesn’t have many characteristic high notes and is mainly sung in the low-mid to mid-high range, so it’s very easy for men to sing! The relaxed tempo also helps—if you keep time with your hand while singing, you’ll avoid rushing the rhythm and it will be easier to lock into the melody.
Also, the chorus starts on E3, which can be a bit tricky to pitch at first, so make sure to lift your facial muscles before singing.
Then take a good breath and start phonating slowly as if placing the sound in front of your vocal cords.
This way, the resonance won’t fall into your throat and you’ll maintain phonation from the vocal cords, making the whole song easier to sing! Give it a try with that in mind!
Voice of the SeaUrashima Taro (Kenta Kiritani)
Kenta Kiritani, whose presence stands out as uniquely distinctive in both his acting and music careers, released this digital single under the name Urashima Tarō from au’s popular “Santaro Series” commercials.
The bittersweet lyrics and the plaintive tone featuring the sanshin will likely evoke the storyline if you’re familiar with the ads.
With few instrumental layers and a slow tempo, it’s easy to sing; however, many phrases start on a high note and descend, so it’s crucial to hit the opening pitch accurately.
Once you lock in the first note, you can carry it through to the end—just be careful not to miss the pitch at the start of each phrase.
Dan Dan Kokoro HikaretekuFIELD OF VIEW
This is the song used as the opening theme for the anime Dragon Ball GT.
It was released in 1996 as the fourth single by the rock band FIELD OF VIEW.
The band members even said it was “the easiest to sing” among all the songs they had recorded up to that point.
Don’t force your voice—stay calm and sing with a relaxed feeling.
Always by my sideFANTASTICS from EXILE TRIBE
It’s the theme song for the movie “Next-Door Stella,” released for streaming on August 6, 2025.
Among FANTASTICS’ songs, its difficulty is relatively easy, centering on a comfortable mid-range that naturally suits male voices.
The tempo is relaxed and flows smoothly, so even beginners can sing it with confidence.
There are spots where you switch from chest voice to falsetto, and the overall vibe is gentle, so when you sing, try to keep it light with the sensation of resonating in your head.
Humming makes this very clear, so it’s highly recommended.
Once you can hum without tension using your breath, you’ll be able to control your airflow better, making those transitions much smoother.
After you get used to humming, turn that same sensation into your singing voice and get a feel for it!