For those confident in their singing ability: Challenging songs to try at karaoke!
How do people practice songs that are hard to sing at karaoke? Not being able to hit the high notes, running out of breath, not keeping the rhythm… Even with those worries, don’t you ever think, “It would be so cool if I could nail that difficult song perfectly!”? The truth is, the tougher the song, the more likely it is that you can sing it surprisingly well once you get the hang of a few tricks.
In this article, we’ll introduce the traits of challenging songs you’ll want to try at karaoke, along with techniques to help you sing them well.
Let’s master that song you admire—together!
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For those confident in their singing ability: Difficult songs to try at karaoke! (31–40)
HeavenMrs. GREEN APPLE
Mrs.
GREEN APPLE’s new song “Heaven.” When it comes to Mrs.
GREEN APPLE, Motoki Omori’s high-tone voice is arguably the most striking feature, and this track makes full use of his upper register throughout.
In addition to extremely high mixed voice and falsetto, the song even opens with a very low phrase.
The low part is brief, but the overall vocal range of the piece is exceptionally wide, making it no exaggeration to call this an extraordinarily difficult song.
Que sera, seraMrs. GREEN APPLE
This is Mrs.
GREEN APPLE’s seventh digital-only single, released in April 2023.
It was written as the theme song for the ABC TV/TV Asahi drama series “Even If It’s Just for Sunday Night.” Motoki Omori, the vocalist of Mrs.
GREEN APPLE, is known for a voice that carries a touch of boyish charm, and in this track he delivers a superb vocal performance, shifting seamlessly from powerful chest voice to delicate falsetto.
The fluid switching of vocal registers throughout the song is a key point for singing it well, so be sure to study the original carefully and give it a try—then soak up the spotlight from those around you!
50%Official HIGE DANDism
Official HIGE DANDism is a band known for weaving elements of Black music—such as R&B and soul—as well as pop rock into J-pop.
They’re always dropping hit tunes, so many of you may already have some of their songs in your repertoire, but their new track “50%” is especially recommended.
This piece is characterized by a highly irregular rhythm, and the mood shifts dramatically in the middle.
In addition, true to Official HIGE DANDism’s style, it features many high notes and sudden pitch jumps, making it quite challenging.
IsseiMoechakka Fire
Multi-artist Issei, whose name is pronounced “Issei,” has gained popularity with a dark-fantasy-inspired aesthetic.
The song that propelled him to nationwide fame is, of course, Moechakka Fire.
What sets this track apart is, above all, its low register.
Because it features a series of extremely low parts, it’s essentially impossible to sing well with an average vocal range.
Low notes are especially hard to project in this song, so men who are confident in the depth and richness of their voices should definitely give it a try.
LuluAdo
Ado is a singer who enjoys nationwide popularity.
For most people, the majority of her songs are quite challenging.
So honestly, we could have featured any of them, but this time we’re introducing LULU, which is among her most difficult.
In this track, shouts appear frequently throughout the vocal lines.
A single shout is one thing, but having them in such rapid succession makes it tough unless you’re very used to singing.
There are also few places to breathe, so if you’re confident in your lung capacity, give it a try.
[For those confident in their singing ability] Challenging karaoke songs! (41–50)
ApollodorusMrs. GREEN APPLE
Mrs.
GREEN APPLE is a band that enjoys overwhelming support from young people.
The vocalist, Motoki Ohmori, is known for his high-register voice, and he showcases challenging vocals that make full use of those highs in their songs.
Among Mrs.
GREEN APPLE’s tracks, the one I especially recommend is their new song, “Apollodorus.” Even compared to their other songs, it features many high notes—not just straightforward high pitches, but also rapid rises and falls in melody.
If you’re confident in your falsetto, be sure to check it out.
DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE
Mrs.
GREEN APPLE’s digital-only single “Darling,” their first release of 2025, is a grand ballad that makes extensive use of strings.
Ballads are, by nature, a test of a singer’s true ability, and for Motoki Omori—whose vocal prowess is exceptional—it’s the perfect stage to showcase his strengths.
The melody line leverages high-level techniques to the fullest, including a wide vocal range, natural vibrato, seamless command of mixed voice, and exquisite volume control, making it very challenging.
The difficulty is especially high in the section before the final chorus, where the pitch rises step by step.
If you’re confident in your skills, definitely give it a try.