Songs that are easy to sing at karaoke even for people who think, “I might be tone-deaf...” or aren’t good at singing

I want to become the wind.THE BOOM

THE BOOM 'I Want to Be the Wind' Meihou Plateau Music Festival

This is THE BOOM’s 16th single, released in March 1995.

Although this theme mainly showcases “easy-to-sing songs” from the ’80s and earlier, since this track came out in ’95, its melody may be a bit more complex and harder to remember by comparison.

That said, it doesn’t require a very wide vocal range, and as long as you keep a relaxed, spacious groove and sing the title call firmly at the end of the chorus, the song will land perfectly.

So feel free to select it and give it a try.

Laugh wellKetsumeishi

Ketsumeishi “Yoku Warae”

A four-man group, Ketsumeishi released this track in November 2020.

Musically, the vocal melody doesn’t have much range, so even people who aren’t confident singers should be able to handle it without strain.

More important for performing this song is how well you can deliver the rap-like sections with good rhythm and clear diction.

Strictly speaking, rapping has many aspects that make it more difficult than simply singing a melody, but if you’re just enjoying it at karaoke, there’s no need to be too uptight about it.

Try to sing with a good sense of rhythm while keeping the laid-back groove of the original.

To say goodbyeBilly BanBan

To Say Goodbye - by Billy BanBan

A song that combines ease of singing, a beautiful melody, lovely lyrics, and triple meter is Billy BanBan’s “To Say Goodbye.” It’s highly recommended as a karaoke song for men who tend to go off pitch.

It’s truly easy to sing, so how about making it one of your go-to karaoke numbers?

bondKazuya Kamenashi

[Cover] Kizuna / Kazuya Kamenashi — Covered by Tomoki Hashiguchi

This is a signature song by Kazuya Kamenashi, an artist who enjoys immense popularity among women for his naturally catchy rhythms and clear, transparent vocals.

It’s a renowned ballad that expresses an unshakable bond with a loved one, and because it has few high notes, it’s an easy song to sing even for those who tend to go off pitch.

lamplightYuga

Yuga – Tomoshibi (Official Music Video) / Theme song for the TBS Friday drama “My Wife Is a Elementary School Student.” Sea of Light by Yuga

Yuga is a female singer-songwriter known for her delicate singing voice.

Her vocals are incredibly beautiful, as if concentrated with healing qualities.

Because of that, many people may feel anxious about whether they can sing well when it’s their turn.

Admittedly, producing a similar voice is difficult, but if you sing with a whispery feel, anyone can create an ennui, atmospheric vibe.

Rather than trying to impress technically, aim for a stable vocal delivered in a whispering tone.

Autumn Full StopTakao Horiuchi

Autumn Period (Live Sound) — Takao Horiuchi & Shinji Tanimura

Alice’s 17th single, released in December 1979.

It’s an easy-to-hum song with a wistful, 1970s folk-song feel, making it approachable even for those who aren’t confident singers.

The performer, Takao Horiuchi, is a vocalist with excellent singing and expressive ability, so it may be difficult to sing it just like he does.

However, pay attention to choosing the right key for your voice, and try to understand and convey the song’s world full of melancholy as much as possible when you sing it.

It's a sad color, isn't it?Masaki Ueda

Masaki Ueda – Kanashii Iro Yane (A Sad Color) Showa 57 (1982)

“Kanashii Iro Yane,” the signature song of singer-songwriter Masaki Ueda, known for his charming husky voice, was released in 1982 and has been around for about 40 years, yet it’s a sophisticated urban ballad that doesn’t feel dated at all.

The karaoke key isn’t high, making it easy to sing even for people who aren’t confident singers.