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Sentimental Season: Songs to Sing at Karaoke in September

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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!

[Sentimental Season] Songs to Sing at Karaoke in September (1–10)

red-yellow fragrant olive (Osmanthus fragrans)Fujifabric

Fujifabric – Red-Yellow Osmanthus

Akayellow Osmanthus Fragrans - Fujifabric

A classic by Fujifabric that evokes the arrival of autumn.

Released in September 2004 as part of a series themed around the four seasons, it uses the scent of fragrant olive blooming on a clear autumn day after a cool summer as its motif, portraying the emotional shifts that come with the changing seasons.

Its fusion of profound emotional expression and music resonates deeply with listeners.

The single’s B-side features “Mushi no Matsuri,” and it peaked at No.

50 on the Oricon chart.

Shioli Masuda appears in the music video, which employs a distinctive filming style.

It’s a gently mellow song perfect for listening to at autumn dusk.

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Togetsu Bridge ~Thinking of You~Mai Kuraki

Mai Kuraki “Togetsukyo ~Kimi Omou~” Music Video (Short Ver.)

Togetsukyo ~Thinking of You~ Mai Kuraki

A song that portrays the ache of unrequited love, woven through Mai Kuraki’s vocals.

Titled after an iconic location in Kyoto, its lyrics carry a distinctly Japanese atmosphere.

It expresses deep feelings for someone far away and the hope of reunion, resulting in a track that resonates with listeners.

Released in April 2017, the song was written as the theme for the 21st Detective Conan feature film.

It set a new record for the most theme songs for the same series and was recognized by Guinness World Records.

It’s especially recommended for listening during the transition from late summer to autumn—why not reflect on the one you love as you feel time quietly flow?

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Gray and BlueKenshi Yonezu

Kenshi Yonezu – Gray and Blue (+Masaki Suda)

Gray and Blue by Kenshi Yonezu

A track that drew attention for its collaboration with Masaki Suda.

Kenshi Yonezu’s distinctive worldview blends beautifully with Suda’s gentle vocals.

Included on the album “BOOTLEG,” it was released digitally in October 2017 and went on to receive a huge response.

The lyrics, woven with memories from school days and youthful moments, deliver a message that resonates with many.

Inspired by the film “Kids Return,” this song is perfect for September, when you can feel the shift from late summer to autumn.

It’s a recommended listen for those who want to sink into a sentimental mood.

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[Sentimental Season] Songs I Want to Sing at Karaoke in September (11–20)

Ballad of a SingerKazuyoshi Saito

Kazuyoshi Saito – Ballad of a Singer (2008 Ver.) [Music Video]

Ballad of a Singer by Kazuyoshi Saito

It’s a song that makes you want to sing while thinking of someone special on those long autumn nights when you somehow crave human warmth.

It’s one of singer-songwriter Kazuyoshi Saito’s signature tracks, depicting the love of a clumsy protagonist who can only convey his true feelings through song.

The lyrics, which carry straightforward emotions that are hard to say in everyday life, are beautiful and hit you right in the heart.

Released in November 1997 as his 15th single, the song is well-known for being covered by many artists and for being chosen as the theme song for the 2017 animated film Lu Over the Wall.

With the warm tones of the acoustic guitar and Saito’s gentle vocals resonating deeply, it’s also a great choice to sing with all your heart at karaoke.

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bubble; foam; ephemeral (as in something short-lived)Japanese rice bran

Utakata / Wa Nuka [Music Video]

Foam, bubbles, and bran

As the clamor of summer fades and a hint of loneliness settles in, Wanuka’s songs resonate deeply.

Like bubbles that rise to the water’s surface and vanish at once, they seem to sing of fleeting summer romances and memories.

Beneath the wish to be beautiful lies an inescapable emptiness and bittersweet ache, carried on delicate, subtly Japanese-tinged melodies that press upon the heart.

This work was released in February 2022 and is also included on the first album Aonizai, released the same year.

It’s the perfect track for a late-summer dusk, when the night breeze turns a little chilly and you want to be alone with your thoughts.

It will gently stay by your side as you reflect on the season that has passed.

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Autumn Full StopAlice

Akishifu (Live)

Autumn Period Alice

Alice’s signature song “Akishifu” (“Autumn Full Stop”).

Released in June 1979, it reached No.

4 on the Oricon charts and became a major hit, selling 500,000 copies.

It has continued to be loved over the years, including being used as background music in the TBS drama “Mr.

Kinpachi in Class 3-B.” The lyrics portray the bittersweet feelings of a protagonist chasing dreams in the city, while the melody evokes the atmosphere of autumn.

If you’ve experienced heartbreak or tend to feel sentimental at the change of seasons, be sure to give it a listen.

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Twilight SurroundRIP SLYME

RIP SLYME – Twilight Surround

Twilight Surround RIPP SLYME

A medium-tempo tune that wraps you in the autumn night breeze right from the intro.

The acoustic guitar’s sound—somehow wistful yet warm—really seeps into your heart, perfect for twilight.

It offers a mellow, calm charm that’s different from RIP SLYME’s typically upbeat image.

The lyrics trace the flow of time from dusk to dawn, inviting a sentimental mood as you listen.

Released in October 2004 as their 10th single, this track is also included on the classic album “MASTERPIECE.” It’s perfect for long autumn night drives, and it’s great to sing gently at karaoke, too.

Keep a smooth, flowing delivery in mind, and enjoy it cool and mellow!

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