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[Karaoke] Songs That Make It Easy to Score High | From Classics to the Newest Hits
The skills required for Japanese music from a while back and those for today’s J-pop have changed significantly.
Since a relaxed singing style is now the mainstream, techniques like delicate pitch control and a clear, airy falsetto are becoming essential.
This time, we’ve picked songs that match modern trends while still letting anyone aim for high karaoke scores without strain.
You’ll also find easy-to-understand explanations from a former and current vocal coach, so be sure to check it out to the end!
For men (1–10)
From nostalgic oldies to recent hit songs are featured!
Songs that are easy to score highly on generally have gentle rises and falls in pitch. Another common trait is a narrow vocal range. A frequent misunderstanding is that a song is difficult just because it’s sung by a high-voiced singer. In reality, there are countless songs out there with a high base key but a narrow overall range. This time, we’ve selected relaxed songs with narrow pitch and range! Keep your pitch awareness sharp, and when holding long notes, make sure to keep the note aligned with the pitch bar to the very end—aim for that perfect 100! Related articles:Aim for a high score! Karaoke songs for men to achieve top scores
Bunny GirlAKASAKI
The song “Bunny Girl,” which is frequently used on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube Shorts, is a signature track by the young singer-songwriter AKASAKI.
It features a light, cohesive rhythm and melody throughout.
While its catchy vibe tends to grab the spotlight, the truth is… this piece boasts one of the narrowest vocal ranges in all of J-pop.
On top of that, the pitch movement is very gentle, so as long as you stay in tune, anyone can aim for a high score.
Be sure to add it to your repertoire.
ACTORSora Tomonari
Sora Tomonari is a singer-songwriter with overwhelming support from teens.
His downbeat vocals and musical style are popular, and his songs frequently appear not only on social media like TikTok and Instagram, but also in TV and other media.
Among his tracks, the one I particularly recommend for aiming at a high score is “ACTOR.” While its dynamic progression is striking, the vocal line itself is simple, without complex pitch jumps.
There aren’t many long sustained notes either, so I imagine many people have found it surprisingly easy to rack up a high score.
Sakura, flutterSouthern All Stars
Southern All Stars, a band that has energized Japan’s music scene for decades.
No matter how young you are, you’ve probably heard one of their songs at least once.
Their new track is Sakura, Hirari.
Crafted as a pop ballad steeped in the wistful atmosphere of the ’80s, the song features a gently undulating melody line throughout, making it easy to sing.
A falsetto comes in near the end of the chorus, so take care with that part when you sing.
It's love.NEW!V6
A poppy, refreshing love song that represents V6 in 1997—and I just learned this myself—the composer is Koji Tamaki.
The overall vocal range is wide and high, from D#3 to D#5, and both the intensity and the range build steadily toward the latter half.
Because the tempo feels good, you’ll need to project your voice while staying in the groove.
As you approach the high notes before the chorus, keep a tight, small body rhythm to line up your timing, use your body to add momentum, and accent the phrase.
Be careful not to tense up on the “n” sound in the song title; focus on carrying it with your breath and try singing with that in mind!
Someday Merry ChristmasNEW!B’z
A signature Christmas ballad by B’z that beautifully portrays a bittersweet love story.
The overall vocal range is E3–A4, which is relatively calm for B’z and makes it easier to sing.
To score high at karaoke, the key points are dynamic contrast from the quiet verse into the chorus and stable control of the high notes.
When the chorus hits, the full band sound kicks in and the tempo tends to feel like it’s rushing, so it’s important to sing carefully.
There’s a brief pitch lift in the final chorus that’s crucial—don’t overthink it; just lightly match the pitch bar! Using your hand to gently flick upward as you sing may help you hit it cleanly.
NO MORE CRYNEW!D-51
A motivational song that became a huge hit as the theme for the second season of the drama Gokusen.
Many people are sure to feel nostalgic.
The C-melody in particular involves frequent switches between chest voice and falsetto, so it’s recommended for those who are good at falsetto.
The repeated phrases in the chorus also make it crucial to see how accurately you can stay on pitch.
Also, the long G4 note right before the chorus jumps up suddenly, so be careful not to strain your throat by pushing your voice all at once.
If you sing as if you’re running up toward that G4, you should be able to nail the timing.
Keep your facial muscles lifted throughout the C-melody when you sing.
One moreNEW!FUNKY MONKEY BABYS
A signature cheer song by FUNKY MONKEY BABYS that encourages people pursuing their dreams and challenges.
The overall vocal range is D3–A4, and aside from the high note at the end of the chorus, it’s generally within an easy-to-sing range.
It’s best to hit the long high G4 squarely on the karaoke pitch bar.
Aim your voice toward that G4 and imagine letting your emotions burst at that moment! It’s important to take in plenty of air with diaphragmatic breathing, so be mindful to breathe without tensing your body.