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 think many people who consider themselves tone-deaf have experienced finding a song they love only to realize they can’t sing it.
It’s true that if you’re tone-deaf, the range of songs you can sing inevitably becomes narrower.
However…!
You still want to sing songs with a cool vibe or strong atmosphere, right?
So this time, I’ve picked out songs that even people who are tone-deaf can sing.
Instead of explaining basic vocal techniques, I focus on quick tricks that make you sound good right away.
There are lots of stylish tracks too, so be sure to check them out!
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Songs that are easy to sing at karaoke even for those who think “I might be tone-deaf…” (31–40)
budKobukuro
Released in March 2007, this is Kobukuro’s 14th single.
It was written as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Tokyo Tower: Mom and Me, and Sometimes Dad.” It has a very Kobukuro-like, simple folk-song feel, but if you sing it at karaoke, the melodic development in the chorus might be a bit tricky.
Still, once you get past that, the rest should be straightforward to sing, so I think it’s relatively approachable even for those who aren’t fully confident in their pitch.
Some people may find the high notes tough in the original key, so it might be a good idea to figure out a key setting that suits you before you sing.
Fujifabricred-yellow fragrant olive (Osmanthus fragrans)
This is the third single by Fujifabric, released in 2004.
The song’s overall vocal range is A#3 to G#4, so it should be very comfortable for those who struggle with high notes.
With a tempo of 153, it’s easy to ride the rhythm and stay aware of the pitch bar.
The A and B sections focus on lower notes, so if you overuse your throat, you’ll end up singing the higher notes in the chorus with a throaty sound, making it harder to stay on pitch.
When singing, aim for a singing voice rather than a speaking voice, and make sure the sound comes correctly from the vocal folds.
Lightly touch the dip between your collarbones and try producing sound from there.
If the spot you’re touching vibrates slightly, that’s a sign you’re using your voice correctly.
Sing with the image of projecting the sound forward from that point.
For low notes, place the sound right in front of you; for high notes, aim farther away and use a quick, explosive release.
In all cases, produce the sound from your vocal folds.
Ballad of a SingerKazuyoshi Saito
This is the 15th single by singer-songwriter Kazuyoshi Saito, who debuted with the catchy tagline “A four-and-a-half-mat room is too cramped.” The song was used as the ending theme for the music program COUNT DOWN TV and is one of Saito’s signature tracks, widely known for being covered by numerous artists, including Bank Band.
With its slow tempo and sparse arrangement—and given its popularity—it’s a perfect choice for those who aren’t confident at karaoke.
Rather than focusing on intricate melodies, it’s a Heisei-era classic ballad that invites you to concentrate on pouring emotion into the lyrics.
BoyhoodYosui Inoue
It’s an undisputed masterpiece.
In the history of Japanese pop music, I think it stands as something akin to pure literature.
It’s easy for anyone to sing—simple and very sincere.
Its ever-shining melody is rich in nuance.
Highly recommended for karaoke as well.
single bedSharam Q
This is the sixth single by Sharam Q, a four-member rock band fronted by Tsunku♂, who is now better known for his work as a producer.
Chosen as the ending theme for the TV anime D·N·A²: Strange Attractor, it’s one of Sharam Q’s signature songs, with realistic lyrics and a lyrical melody that lingers in your ears.
Thanks to its melody with minimal pitch movement and its relaxed ballad tempo, it should be easy to sing even for those who aren’t confident singers.
Especially for those of the right generation, just hearing the intro is enough to get you excited, making it a great pick for karaoke.
“Maybe I’m tone-deaf…” Easy-to-sing karaoke songs even for those who aren’t good at singing (41–50)
Beyond the Night SkySMAP
“Yozora no Mukō,” SMAP’s 27th single released in January 1998, is a song distinguished by its chic, urban sensibility and beautiful sound.
Since it was widely played across various media from the time of its release, the melody naturally seeped into our ears and bodies, making it an easy song to sing.
27:00Brandy War Chronicles
Brandy Senki is a girls’ band gaining popularity for their sophisticated musicality.
Their sound features touches reminiscent of Black music, and their refined melodies consistently earn high praise from core fans.
Their new track “27:00” showcases this style.
In this song, the verses and pre-chorus sit in the lower register, while the chorus centers on the mid to upper-mid range.
The overall range is narrow and it doesn’t require any difficult falsetto, so even those who struggle with pitch should be able to sing it without trouble.