[Recommended] Short, easy-to-sing Japanese karaoke songs
I think there are quite a few people who aren’t good with karaoke, but sometimes you just can’t turn it down because of social obligations.
What’s more, there may be situations where, once you go, you can’t get away without singing at least one song.
So, I’m going to introduce some short songs that are easy to sing even for those who aren’t comfortable with karaoke!
Most of the songs I’m about to introduce are a little over three minutes long, but some are around two minutes.
Long songs can be tough for people who aren’t confident about singing, but you might be able to manage a short one!
Also, feel free to use this as a reference when choosing the final song as your room time is about to run out.
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[Recommended] Short and Easy-to-Sing Japanese Karaoke Songs (71–80)
flashbackASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION
Despite being a rock band, ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION has remained at the top of the J-POP scene for many years, and this song of theirs also wraps up in about two minutes.
It’s a cool track with a strong rock vibe! It’s got a real sense of speed, so sing it boldly so you won’t be outdone by the song.
It's not loveDAZBEE
DAZBEE is a Korean singer who has gained popularity for her perfect pronunciation and sexy vocals.
If you’re not familiar with her, you might have thought she was Japanese.
Among her songs, one I especially recommend is “Not Love.” It’s a short track, about 2 minutes and 15 seconds long, and the vocal line is generally kept at a low difficulty level.
If you find the original challenging, try singing it in a key that suits you.
confessionMy Hair is Bad
One of the most popular songs by My Hair is Bad, a three-piece rock band that enjoys immense popularity in the Japanese rock scene.
Kicking off with an eye-catching drum phrase and maintaining a powerful sense of speed throughout, this track blazes by in just about two minutes.
What’s more, there’s a relatively long instrumental section in the middle, leaving even fewer opportunities to sing.
The vocal melody has intricate rhythms, so it’s tough to sing if you don’t already know the song.
But if you like their music and aren’t confident in your singing—or prefer not to sing long songs—give this one a try!
[Recommended] Short and easy-to-sing Japanese karaoke songs (81–90)
Let's go together.GReeeeN
Not only is it short and easy to sing, but “Let’s Go Together” also carries a moving message.
It was used as the theme song for the au Santaro series commercials that aired starting on New Year’s Day 2019.
Created by GReeeeN, the lyrics convey the idea of “let’s walk toward the future together.” Incidentally, this piece is said to be an arrangement of “Take Me Out to the Ball Game” and “Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring.”
I like you for one minuteKALMA
Wouldn’t it be wonderful if we could express our feelings of “I like you” so honestly? Released in March 2020, this song is a sweet and bittersweet love tune about cherished moments with a partner.
The lyrics convey a desire to treasure secrets shared only between the two of them, and when combined with the refreshing, youthful rock sound, simply listening can make you feel like you’re in love.
It might be nice to sing it together with your partner and reaffirm your feelings for each other.
Love Actually (feat. Crystal Tea)Night Tempo
These days, more and more foreign artists are active in the Japanese music scene.
In particular, Korean artists are thriving even outside the idol sphere.
Night Tempo, who produced this track “Love Actually (feat.
Crystal Tea),” is one of Korea’s leading music producers.
The song is under three minutes long and blends R&B and house into a cohesive sound.
The vocalist, Crystal Tea, is also Korean, but her Japanese pronunciation is perfect, so it’s easy to sing along.
Definitely give it a listen.
sixth senseREOL
This song, The Sixth Sense, which is also used as the theme for the boat race commercial featuring Kei Tanaka, is a fast-paced number released by singer-songwriter Reol in 2020 as her fifth digital single.
It’s cool and gripping, running about 3 minutes and 10 seconds.
The music video is also incredibly stylish, so I highly recommend watching it.
With its danceable, catchy vibe, it’s sure to be a hit at karaoke as well.