Aim for a high score! Karaoke songs for men to achieve top scores
If you’re simply aiming for a high score at karaoke, the key points for song selection will naturally be to choose songs with “easy-to-sing melodies,” “easy-to-understand lyrics,” and “clear, straightforward rhythms.”
That being the case, your picks will tend to come from the ’90s and earlier—so-called Showa-era and early Heisei kayōkyoku, new music, and J-pop.
Many recent songs have complex melodies and rhythms, and plenty of people think “This is hard!” after just one listen.
In this article, aimed at men who want to score high at karaoke, I’ve also proactively selected relatively singable tracks even from among more recent songs.
Compared to older hits, these are a bit more challenging to sing, but each song’s write-up includes tips and points to watch for to help you boost your score, so please use this as a guide and give them a try!
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Aim for a high score! Karaoke songs for men to get top marks (241–250)
rainbowMasaki Suda
This is Masaki Suda’s fifth single overall, released on November 25, 2020.
It was selected as the theme song for the Toho film STAND BY ME Doraemon 2.
It’s a ballad that makes you feel very warm and gentle when you listen to it.
The melody is crafted with a tender, beautiful flow, and I think it’s the kind of song you could choose for karaoke and aim for a high score without too much strain.
In the high notes of the chorus, Suda sings with a lot of power and projection, but if you’re trying to maximize your score, it might be better to hold back a little there.
OtonokeCreepy Nuts
Dandadan is the anime drawing the most attention right now.
It’s said to be on the level of Demon Slayer or Jujutsu Kaisen and has support from a wide range of age groups.
The song that graces its theme is Otonoke, a track by Creepy Nuts, Japan’s most mainstream hip-hop duo, featuring a melodious rap style.
Although the delivery is a bit fast, the pitch itself is easy to match, so as long as your enunciation is clear, you can definitely aim for a high score.
Be sure to add it to your repertoire.
planetariumBUMP OF CHICKEN
It’s BUMP OF CHICKEN’s 9th single, released in July 2005.
It’s a very pleasant song that feels quintessentially them—catchy, poppy, and with a touch of romance.
The vocal melody doesn’t go extremely high or low, making it easy to sing and a great choice for aiming for a high karaoke score.
Since the tempo is somewhat slow, pay attention to your pitch on long notes and be mindful of dynamics—adjusting intensity between different sections of the song.
HabitSEKAI NO OWARI
This is SEKAI NO OWARI’s 16th major single, released in April 2022.
It was newly written and selected as the theme song for the film “Holic xxxHOLiC,” starring Ryunosuke Kamiki and Ko Shibasaki.
At first listen, some people might find it challenging because the lyrics are packed in and delivered somewhat quickly, but the melody itself uses a relatively narrow vocal range and is very simple.
Therefore, aiming for a high score at karaoke shouldn’t be too difficult.
As mentioned, it’s a song that needs to be sung a bit fast, so when going for a high score, sing calmly and be careful not to rush the rhythm.
gajaimoTunnels
For those who get told they’re good singers but still can’t score high, I’d like you to try Tunnels’ “Gajaimo.” Believe it or not, the lyricist is Yasushi Akimoto, also known for AKB48.
The melody in the chorus goes slightly up and down, but once you get used to that movement, you can apply the same pitch shifts to other songs.
It’s great for training and also an easy song to aim for a high score, so give it a try.
Aim for a High Score! Karaoke Songs for Men to Get Top Marks (251–260)
Lullaby of a Serrated HeartThe Checkers
It was the Checkers’ debut single, released in September 1983.
The song blends a slightly ’50s-flavored sound with a Showa-era kayōkyoku taste to great effect, and it’s easy to see why it was such a big hit at the time.
As of 2020, I imagine many people in their 50s to early 60s once tried copying the Checkers’ hairstyles and more.
The melody has a touch of melancholy and is very easy to sing, making it one of the best choices for aiming for a high score at karaoke.
Just be careful not to fall behind the beat!
Do whatever the hell you want.Kenji Sawada
This was Kenji Sawada’s 14th single, released in May 1977.
It virtually swept the year-end music awards that same year and became a massive hit—so popular that it’s no exaggeration to say everyone knew it at the time.
As of 2020, many men in their 50s probably have memories of singing it at elementary school parties and mimicking the hat-tossing performance.
Musically, as is typical of Showa-era pop, it features a very easy-to-remember melody and song structure, and the vocal phrases and range aren’t particularly difficult.
That makes it an ideal choice for aiming for a high karaoke score.
I think you’ll have fun if you sing it in a way that recreates Julie’s glamorous flair!