Sentimental Season: Songs to Sing at Karaoke in September
Although the peak of summer has passed, September still brings lingering heat.
According to the calendar it’s autumn, but what kind of songs do you feel like singing? With summer coming to an end, you might feel a bit sentimental, or perhaps your heart will gradually grow calm as you shift from the sparkling days of summer into the more settled feeling of autumn.
In this article, we’ll introduce songs that are perfect for singing at karaoke in September! From sentimental and gentle tunes to songs for those who still want to enjoy summer to the fullest, find something that matches your mood and give it a try!
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[Sentimental Season] Songs to Sing at Karaoke in September (61–70)
SeptemberSakurako Ohara
The song “September” by Sakurako Ohara captivates with her refreshing, straightforward vocals.
The lyrics and composition are by music producer Seiji Kameda.
With references to formulas and notebooks that evoke school days, the lyrics carry a youthful nostalgia.
If you’re a current student, it’ll surely make your heart ache in the best way.
It’s a breakup song written from a male perspective, and Ohara’s refreshing yet delicate delivery is part of its charm.
It’s perfect for sentimental September—be sure to pick it at karaoke.
SEPTEMBERHiroji Miyamoto
SEPTEMBER, sung by Hiroji Miyamoto—who stands out as the vocalist of the rock band Elephant Kashimashi—is a track on the 2021 tribute album to Takashi Matsumoto and a cover of Mariya Takeuchi’s song.
It’s a bittersweet breakup song that weaves the changing autumn streets and a sense of loneliness into its lyrics.
When a man sings a song originally by a woman, the vibe changes completely and really hits you, doesn’t it? Despite being a heartbreak song, it has a refreshing feel, making it perfect for karaoke.
GIRL FRIENDHirai Dai
The heartbreak song “GIRL FRIEND,” perfect for listening at summer’s end, is a digital single released by singer-songwriter Dai Hirai on August 24, 2020.
While it’s a breakup song, it’s also a pop number—just right for September, when summer and autumn mingle.
His light, sweet vocals are irresistible in this track.
If you had your heart broken over the summer, it’s a song to sink into; if you’re in the mood for a breezy love tune, it’s also a great pick to liven up a karaoke session.
Be sure to add it to your setlist!
The End of SummerNaotaro Moriyama
When it comes to the No.
1 song to listen to at the end of summer, isn’t it the singer-songwriter Naotaro Moriyama’s “Natsu no Owari” (“End of Summer”)? Released on August 20, 2003 as his third single, it was used as the ending theme for TV Asahi’s “Netto Koshien.” Moriyama also created the song with an anti-war message in mind.
His distinctive vocals really move you, don’t they? It’s a recommended number for those who want to feel the bittersweetness of summer’s end.
At karaoke, try singing it with a calm heart while thinking back on the summer that has passed.
Summer DiaryAyumi Hamasaki
Ayumi Hamasaki’s “Summer diary” is a song about the bittersweet feelings of wanting to stay together with someone even after summer ends, yet realizing you can’t.
It’s included on the mini-album “sixxxxxx,” released in 2015.
While sensing the changing seasons and the shifting relationship between the two, the song expresses a strong wish to stay together until the very end.
But since they ultimately can’t be together, they carefully write down the beautiful memories they made in a diary so they won’t be forgotten.
It’s a diary that, truthfully, they wanted to fill with many more joyful memories they would create together from now on.
Why not write down your own summer love you never want to forget in a diary, too?
End of SummerShota Shimizu
Even though it was scorching hot until just recently, September is starting to carry the scent of autumn—and a song titled “Natsuno Owari” fits perfectly.
The lyrics look back on a summer romance, and I think it will especially hit home for anyone whose experiences overlap with the story woven into the words.
Since it’s a song by Shota Shimizu, known for his exceptional vocal ability, any confident male vocalist should definitely give it a try! The structure and melody are beautifully crafted, so if you sing it well, you’re sure to move your listeners.
The Autumn SongELLEGARDEN
Titled “Aki no Uta” in English as “Autumn Song,” this track is one of ELLEGARDEN’s most popular.
If the people you’re going to karaoke with like rock bands, there’s no reason not to sing this one! The lyrics are entirely in English, so it does take some practice, but it’s an upbeat song that’s sure to hype up the room once you can sing it.
At the same time, the lyrics express an indescribable loneliness that comes with summer ending and autumn arriving, making the contrast between the catchy sound and the wistful words especially memorable.