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[Karaoke] Songs That Make It Easy to Score High | From Classics to the Newest Hits

Vocal coachMami Kubota
After working as a voice trainer at a studio for seven years, I went independent in 2025. To date, I’ve taught more than 300 students. Honestly, I started teaching out of simple curiosity (lol). When I was job hunting, I stumbled across a listing for a “vocal instructor,” thought, “What is this?!” and applied on impulse. That’s how I became a teacher with zero prior knowledge—so I went through more training than anyone and studied a lot on my own. When I started teaching what I’d learned to my students, their responses were really positive, and that’s when I felt a real sense of purpose. As a teacher, I absolutely love those moments when I’m growing together with my students. As for my musical activities, I’ve been playing bass in a wind ensemble since high school and still do. I’ve also performed live in a band as a singing bassist, and sometimes I’m invited to sing as a vocalist only. Through vocal training, I want to keep using my voice and stay healthy and beautiful for years to come!
Former vocal coach specializing in Western musicRyo
Under the theme of “vocal skills that stand up on the world stage,” I have experience teaching as an online vocal coach specializing in Western music, and I usually listen to genres like nuevo flamenco, bolero, canzone, and R&B. In my teens, I questioned the idea that “foreign music equals English,” and started exploring songs from around the world. My commentary is characterized by a unique perspective shaped by listening to music of every genre, in every language, from every country. I mainly cover world music, so be sure to check it out!

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 (21–30)

A Little Love SongMONGOL800

MONGOL800 / A Small Love Song

A Small Love Song MONGOL800

It’s one of MONGOL800’s signature songs, included on their 2001 album “Message.” It’s also well-known for being covered by many different artists.

Now, when it comes to singing this song at karaoke, the key is how steadily you can hold the pitch in the low notes of the opening A and B sections.

Even in the original performance, there are quite a few spots where the pitch isn’t exactly stable, so keeping those low melodies solid will be crucial.

On the flip side, the high parts can often be powered through with momentum, so if the low range is tough for you, it might be a good idea to raise the key a bit.

Do your best to keep the original song’s energy intact!

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cold; curt; blunt; unfriendlyRADWIMPS

RADWIMPS – Aloof [Official Music Video]

Aloof RADWIMPS

This RADWIMPS song was released for streaming in November 2018.

It was not issued as a single on CD, and its CD release appears on the album ANTI ANTI GENERATION.

The music video, produced in a drama style, is also highly memorable.

The song isn’t necessarily difficult to sing, but the way the lyrics sit on the melody is somewhat distinctive, and compared to the hit songs from the ’90s and earlier that we’ve featured frequently in this theme, it doesn’t have a particularly clear, instantly graspable chorus melody.

So if you’re aiming for a high score when singing this song, you’ll want to study in advance and learn it thoroughly before performing.

It might be interesting to listen with an ear for how its characteristics differ from ’90s hits.

Above all, try to sing gently while maintaining clarity.

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For men (31–40)

SakurazakaMasaharu Fukuyama

Masaharu Fukuyama – Sakurazaka (Full ver.)

Masaharu Fukuyama - Sakurazaka

This is the 15th single by actor and singer Masaharu Fukuyama, released in April 2000.

It became a million-selling hit, with total sales exceeding 2 million copies.

There may be some debate over whether Fukuyama’s main profession is acting or singing, but the mid-to-high range middle voice (mixed voice) he showcases in this song is quite impressive.

Even when singing it at karaoke, using mixed voice well can be difficult unless you’ve taken some vocal training.

Still, if you memorize the melody thoroughly and aim to sing as gently and softly as possible, even in the high notes, you’ll do well.

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Romantic FlightKome Kome Club

Kome Kome Club – Roman Hikō (All Night Fuji 1987)

Romantic Flight Kome Kome Club

Released in April 1990, this is Kome Kome Club’s 10th single.

It’s another classic of the ’90s.

A hallmark of ’90s hits was a strong focus on karaoke singability and commercial tie-ins, featuring memorable, straightforward choruses.

Even though this song came out in the early ’90s, you can already see those traits clearly: it’s easy to remember and understand melodically, making it well-suited for scoring high in karaoke.

Karl Smoky Ishii’s vocal ability is quite strong in the original, so the slightly wide vocal range required can be a hurdle.

To score high, it’s fine to switch to falsetto for the high notes; the key is to find a key setting that keeps the low notes from becoming pitchy.

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road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)EXILE

EXILE / Michi (Short Ver.)

Mich i (Road) - EXILE

It’s a classic graduation song that’s often performed as a chorus.

Since it’s commonly sung in chorus, you won’t encounter complex rhythms.

That’s a big advantage when aiming for a high score with scoring features! As long as you target the pitches accurately and sing without going off-key, a high score is guaranteed!

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For women (31–40)

The more straightforward a song is, the easier it is to sing!

In recent Japanese music, there’s been an increase in songs—both with male and female vocals—that are easy to grasp at first listen. Because many tracks are rooted in R&B, there’s a perception that they’re often difficult to sing, but there are indeed some that are easy to perform. This time, we’ve picked out songs that are especially easy to sing! The article also includes concrete technique explanations by a former and a current vocal instructor, so if you want to aim for a high score at karaoke, be sure to check it out! Related articles:Karaoke songs that make it easy for women to score high

For women (1–10)

SunYorushika

Yorushika – Sun (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

Sun Yorushika

Yorushika is a popular duo known for their wide-ranging musicality.

They can make any style their own, but the one that shines most is arguably their ennui-tinged sound.

Their song “Taiyo” (Sun) is a work where you can fully savor that moody aesthetic.

What makes this track especially easy to sing is its narrow vocal range.

In addition to sitting in a register anyone can comfortably produce, the vocal line has few ups and downs, making it an ideal choice for aiming at a high score.

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Ingot of Pure Lovetuki.

tuki. “Ingot of Pure Love” Official Music Video

Ingot of pure love, tuki.

Right now, singer-songwriter tuki.

, who’s been causing quite a stir in the public eye over the face-revealing controversy, is attracting popularity with her catchy musicality and stylish vocals—so I imagine many women are familiar with her.

Among her tracks, the one I particularly recommend is Jun Ren’ai no Ingot (Ingot of Pure Love).

Despite its bright tone, the song has a narrow vocal range and doesn’t require advanced techniques like shouts or ad-libs, making it a piece where it’s very easy to aim for a high score.

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