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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 (21–30)

HALLOWEEN PARTYHALLOWEEN JUNKY ORCHESTRA

HALLOWEEN PARTY

HALLOWEEN PARTYHALLOWEEN JUNKY ORCHESTRA

When it comes to songs that brilliantly color the Halloween season, this is the one.

Created by a supergroup formed around HYDE, this track vividly portrays both the fun and the eeriness of Halloween night.

It skillfully weaves in quintessential Halloween imagery like candy, donuts, and shadows floating in the moonlight.

Released in October 2012, the song reached No.

3 on the Oricon Singles Chart and was certified Gold.

It’s perfect for boosting the mood at a Halloween party, so it’s also highly recommended for a karaoke session with friends.

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colored waterOishikuru Melonpan

Oishikuru Melonpan “Iromizu” Music Video

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Oisicle Melonpan is a three-piece rock band that drew attention after winning the amateur artist contest RO69JACK 2016 for ROCK IN JAPAN FESTIVAL.

The track Iromizu, which opens their first mini-album thirsty, kicks off with a chorus built on vocals and tight guitar cutting that really amps up the excitement.

Its lyrics evoke scenes of summer coming to an end, making it a song you can sing with feeling at autumn karaoke, too.

It’s a fun rock tune to sing, marked by a melody that carries a touch of wistfulness.

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Sentimental Season: Songs to Sing at Karaoke in September (31–40)

Girl RayMikito-P

Mikito-P “Shoujo Rei” MV

Shoujo Rei Mikito-P

Mikito-P is a Vocaloid producer who has been expanding his activities by collaborating with VTubers and providing songs for anime.

Shoujo Rei, written for the VOCALOID compilation album EXIT TUNES PRESENTS Vocaloseasons feat.

Hatsune Miku Summer, is a pleasantly refreshing number with a buoyant ensemble.

Its lyrics, which evoke madness and despair, also resonate with the autumn atmosphere that suggests the end of something.

As a Vocaloid track, it’s relatively easy to sing, making it a pop tune that’s easy to pick for karaoke.

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Innocent SeasonGirl of Extreme Vulgarity

Gesu no Kiwami Otome “Innocent Season”

Innocent Season, Gesu no Kiwami Otome.

This is a song whose wistful vocals evoke the arrival of autumn and resonate deeply in the heart.

Gesu no Kiwami Otome.

’s music is characterized by pop melodies rooted in jazz, prog, and hip-hop, and this work is no exception.

It skillfully expresses the bittersweetness at summer’s end and the loneliness one experiences in life.

Released in October 2015 as a double A-side single, it became the band’s fourth single.

The music video was created in collaboration with Nobumi Fukui, the “love-struck painter.” Its driving sound and distinctive worldview are compelling.

It’s the perfect track for those who want to look back on summer memories while quietly nurturing anticipation for a new season.

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Dried flowersYuri

Yuri “Dry Flower” Official Music Video - Director’s Cut ver. -

Dry Flower - Yuri

Since his major debut in 2020, singer-songwriter Yuuri has released a string of hit songs featuring his emotional vocals.

His second major release, the digital-only single “Dry Flower,” is a massive hit with over 800 million streams.

The lyrics, written from a woman’s perspective about feelings for an ex after a breakup, are highly relatable for many listeners.

It’s a great karaoke pick for autumn, but because the melody climbs toward the chorus, be mindful of your key setting and pacing when you sing it.

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SparkleLila Ikuta

Rira Ikuta “Sparkle” Official Music Video

Rira Ikuta from YOASOBI (as 'ikura')

Rira Ikuta, a singer-songwriter also known as the vocalist of YOASOBI, captivates fans with her clear, translucent voice.

Her fifth digital-only single, “Sparkle,” chosen as the theme song for ABEMA’s original romance show Today, I Fell in Love: Mikan Edition, is a memorable number featuring a delicate ensemble centered on acoustic guitar.

The lyrics, depicting the end of a one-sided love that was both painful and radiant, feel perfect for the sentimental season of autumn.

Though the melody has wide, challenging pitch shifts, it’s a pop tune you should definitely try singing at karaoke.

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Twilight RomancePorno Graffitti

Porno Graffitti “Twilight Romance” MUSIC VIDEO

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Known as one of Porno Graffitti’s signature songs, this track is a classic that portrays the bittersweet scenes of love.

It beautifully expresses the quiet of twilight and the emotions that weave together the joys and sorrows of romance.

Chosen as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series Wakaba, it was released in November 2004 as their 16th single.

It debuted at No.

4 on the Oricon charts and was widely loved, even leading to an appearance at the 55th NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen.

It’s a perfect song to listen to in September, when you can feel the end of summer.

Recommended for those who want to savor the complexities of love or sense the changing of the seasons.

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