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[Long Songs] Songs over 6 minutes long that you want 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.
A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerWakachan Araki
I started playing guitar in middle school and focused on band activities during my student years. I’ve been a hobbyist Vocaloid producer for over 15 years. After entering the workforce, I gained experience in various roles, including event sound engineering and videography/photography. As a writer, I’ve contributed introduction articles for music and manga websites, and in 2022 I had the opportunity to write the bonus liner notes for IA SUPER BEST. My specialties are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.

What kind of songs do you sing at karaoke?

People have all sorts of preferences—from upbeat tracks that lift your spirits to tender ballads that resonate in your heart—but here we’re focusing on “songs with long performance times.”

At karaoke, you want to sing your favorite songs comfortably while keeping the vibe in mind, right?

We’ve gathered songs that let you sing for a long time.

These might be a bit hard to choose in a large group, but they’re all wonderful songs, so enjoy them solo or with close friends and fellow fans!

[Long Songs] Long tracks over 6 minutes that you’ll want to sing at karaoke (31–40)

I’ll beMr.Children

I’LL BE Mr.Children acoustic solo performance

I'll beMr.Children

“I’ll be” is a track from the 1999 album “DISCOVERY.

” Its running time is 9 minutes and 23 seconds, and it was later re-released as a single.

The band sound that starts with guitar and vocals and gradually builds is really cool.

Although there are many high notes, the tempo is slow, so you can sing freely.

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SAY YOUR DREAMGLAY

GLAY / SAY YOUR DREAM

SAY YOUR DREAMGLAY

“SAY YOUR DREAM” is GLAY’s 40th single, released in 2009.

It’s a 13-minute epic that TAKURO spent eight years creating.

The repeated chorus gives you a push and helps you stay positive.

It’s a quintessential GLAY rock tune packed with hope for the future.

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Whale SongMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs. GREEN APPLE – Whale Song

Whale Song by Mrs. GREEN APPLE

A grand ballad that evokes the song of a lonely whale.

Included on the second album “Mrs.

GREEN APPLE,” it was released in January 2017.

It poignantly portrays the sense of isolation, as if cast into the vast ocean, and the struggle to find one’s place.

The melody line, which makes full use of high registers and a wide vocal range, is breathtaking.

Why not let your voice resonate to the fullest when singing solo or with a small group of close friends at karaoke?

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So there was one in Tokyo, too.Masaharu Fukuyama

There was one in Tokyo, too [PV] - Masaharu Fukuyama

So Masaharu Fukuyama was in Tokyo too?

“There Was One in Tokyo, Too” is a ballad about a protagonist who moved to Tokyo with a dream and sings while thinking of their hometown.

Throughout, it carries a gently melancholic mood that feels comforting whether you sing it or listen to it.

Even while being swept up in the busy days of the big city, your mind drifts to someone dear in quiet moments.

Even as time goes by, we’d like to never forget that feeling.

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TearsX JAPAN

X Japan – Tears (single)

TearsX JAPAN

The ninth single by X JAPAN, a five-member rock band Japan proudly presents to the world.

Used as the theme song for the TV drama “Smiling with Hatred,” this ballad is also known as their biggest hit.

Despite running over ten minutes, its dramatic arrangement makes you forget the length and showcases X JAPAN’s musical depth beyond metal.

It’s a grand number that keeps both singers and listeners engaged even in karaoke.

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[Long Songs] 6-minute-plus long songs you’ll want to sing at karaoke (41–50)

The beauties of nature — flowers, birds, wind, and the moon (a poetic expression appreciating nature’s elegance)Ketsumeishi

Kachō-Fūgetsu [JAPAN TRIP]

Kachō Fūgetsu Ketsumeishi

There are many masterpieces among songs and albums titled “Kachou Fuugetsu,” and this single that Ketsumeishi released in 2002 is also a really great track.

It’s a long piece that runs over seven minutes and nearly reaches eight, yet it strangely doesn’t feel long at all.

It conveys a sense of being soothed while spending time in pleasant nature, and it brings a calm feeling when your days are hectic or you feel like you’re losing yourself.

Its very relaxed tempo also makes it easy to sing, which is another part of its appeal.

It’s perfect as a palate-cleansing track, and I also recommend it as a closer.

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loveAi Otsuka

Ai Otsuka / Love

Ai Otsuka

Among the songs performed by singer-songwriter Ai Otsuka, this is said to be the longest.

Its sound conveys a nostalgic feel with an emphasis on acoustic guitar, and the addition of strings creates a grand, warm development that leaves a striking impression.

As the title suggests, “love” is the central theme, expressing gentle feelings toward someone dear.

A distinctive feature is the first half of the final chorus, which is sung a cappella—this lays the heart bare and seems to further highlight the song’s overarching message.

It’s a piece where imagining someone important and singing with deep affection will likely be the key.

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