Even karaoke beginners can relax! Easy-to-sing songs for men

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back number – I Love You

This is back number’s sixth digital single, released in October 2022.

It was chosen as the theme song for the NHK morning drama “Soar!” The track is crafted as a rock ballad in which vocalist Iyori Shimizu’s distinctly masculine voice resonates deeply.

The vocal melody flows beautifully, making it easy to remember and sing along to, even for karaoke.

Centered around the chorus melody, there are several high notes where you’ll need to switch to falsetto; being able to transition smoothly there is likely the key to delivering this song well.

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Masayoshi Yamazaki / Celery

This is a song Masayoshi Yamazaki provided to the national idol group SMAP.

While highlighting differences in the mindsets of men and women and the two people’s differing hobbies, the lyrics overflowing with affection for the other person and the richly atmospheric vocals offer a charm distinct from the SMAP version.

Be sure to listen to this one as well before trying it at karaoke.

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Blue Bench / Sasuke

This was Sasuke’s debut single, released in April 2004.

It’s a refreshing song with a somewhat nostalgic feel.

The melody line is very straightforward and simple for a post-2000s track, so even people who aren’t confident singers or who struggle with karaoke will likely find it approachable and relatively easy to sing.

The vocal range used isn’t that wide either.

Just be mindful when setting the key, since there’s a high falsetto at the end of the chorus and a spot where the pitch rises in the big chorus (bridge into the final chorus?).

If you keep the overall delivery light and gentle, I think you’ll be able to sing it nicely!

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ARASHI – Love so sweet [Official Music Video]

Arashi’s 18th single, released in February 2007.

It’s an easy-to-groove, comfortable track with a very simple, catchy melody, so even those who aren’t confident at karaoke should be able to sing it without much trouble.

The vocal range used isn’t wide, and there are no extremely high or low notes, so it should suit most men.

Even if harmonizing is tough, it could be fun for everyone there to sing it in unison!

every dayKenshi Yonezu

Kenshi Yonezu – Mainichi (Every Day)

Kenshi Yonezu, a singer-songwriter who enjoys overwhelming support from younger generations.

Many of his songs are rather challenging, so there probably aren’t many men who have a large repertoire of his tracks.

That’s why I recommend Mainichi.

It’s his new song, and among his recent releases, it’s by far the easiest to sing.

There’s a part in the latter half that uses a bit of falsetto, so if that’s difficult, it’s perfectly fine to lower the key and sing it in your chest voice.

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sumika / Spring Breeze [Music Video]

A track from Japanese rock band sumika’s first full-length album, “Familia,” released in July 2017.

It’s crafted as a very straightforward, catchy pop-rock number, so there’s no need to worry about whether you’re a good singer or not to perform it.

Just enjoy the straightforward, rocking vibe and give it a sing!

pure whiteFujii Kaze

Fujii Kaze – “masshiro” (pure white) [Official Audio]

Fujii Kaze’s new song “Masshiro.” When you think of Fujii Kaze, you probably picture tracks rooted in R&B, right? That style can make his music feel a bit challenging to some listeners, but this release is different.

It forgoes elements of Black music like R&B and instead features an airy, dream-pop-like vocal line throughout.

As a result, it’s one of the easiest songs to sing in his catalog.

Definitely consider adding it to your repertoire.