Recommended ballads for men at karaoke: deliver moving performances with timeless songs that touch the heart.

Seeds of joyMrs. GREEN APPLE

Seeds of Delight

This song was first unveiled as a secret track on the venue-limited mini-album “Introduction” on July 5, 2014, and later officially included on July 8, 2025, in the 10th anniversary best album “10,” making it a once-lost track! The melody line is gentle and sung with clear enunciation, so even beginners should find it easy to match the pitch bar.

For the verses (A-melody to B-melody), speak carefully and make sure your voice is firmly carried by the mic.

Also, the chorus kicks in around the 3-minute mark, and the overall energy ramps up significantly.

There should be ample opportunities to breathe between phrases, so take a solid breath for each phrase and use that air to project your voice as you exhale.

If you tense up, you’ll end up chest-breathing instead of using your diaphragm, which can make it uncomfortable—so stay calm and breathe steadily!

Like the beginningRen

[PLANJ] ORIGINAL: 'Like the Beginning' – REN

This is a solo song by REN from JO1, whose official music video was released on July 23, 2025.

Overall, it has a calm vibe, with many long high notes mainly in falsetto.

If you focus on matching the pitch bar and sing carefully, you should be able to score high! For songs with continuous falsetto, breath control and core stability are crucial—shift your mindset from “projecting your voice” to “letting the breath flow.” First, engage your lower abdomen to keep your body steady and lift your facial muscles.

Imagining the sound traveling straight upward from the top of your head will improve the falsetto tone and make pitching easier.

There are some low notes in the latter half, but keep the same singing approach.

If you suddenly change where you place your voice, it can turn into a throaty sound and make it harder to stay on pitch, so be careful.

It’s a relatively short, three-minute song, so definitely give it some practice!

the red threadKobukuro

Kobukuro “Red Thread”

This is a long ballad that carefully depicts the feelings of a young person entering a rough patch with their partner, unfolding over seven minutes.

As a year passes, the protagonist’s heart gradually starts to look forward, and that progression is portrayed in a striking way.

Included on the album “Root of my mind,” which Kobukuro produced soon after forming, the song gently conveys the importance of trust in love.

It’s recommended for those who, while struggling with a relationship with someone important, still want to cherish their feelings for each other.

It’s a song you’ll want to sing with all your heart at solo karaoke or in the company of close friends.

SAYONARAORANGE RANGE

ORANGE RANGE『SAYONARA』MV

This song weaves a heartrending melody of acoustic guitar and strings, expressing lingering feelings for a former lover.

While fusing rock and hip-hop—the hallmark of ORANGE RANGE—it’s crafted with a ballad sensibility, resulting in a gem that runs over six minutes.

Released in October 2006, it was also included on the album “ORANGE RANGE.” Chosen as the theme song for the drama “Teppan Shoujo Akane!!,” it offers a heartwarming message of newfound hope after a breakup and gratitude for the time shared together.

It’s a perfect track for relaxed karaoke sessions with fans or for reflecting on memories with someone special.

At all times.Noriyuki Makihara

[Official] Noriyuki Makihara “No Matter What” (Music Video) [3rd Single] (1991) Noriyuki Makihara/donnatokimo [No. 1]

This is one of Noriyuki Makihara’s signature songs that everyone has heard at least once.

Packed with a positive and powerful message, it gives courage to many listeners and empowers them to face life’s challenges.

Released in June 1991, the song became a massive hit, surpassing one million sales in just six months.

It was also selected as the entrance march for the 64th National High School Baseball Invitational Tournament in the spring of 1992, and it continues to be loved by people of all ages.

It’s the perfect song not only for those who want to sing it at karaoke, but also for anyone who needs encouragement or wants to live true to themselves.

Song of a FriendBUMP OF CHICKEN

BUMP OF CHICKEN “Friend’s Song”

A song by BUMP OF CHICKEN used as the theme for the 2011 film Doraemon: Nobita and the New Steel Troops—Winged Angels.

Doraemon movies are famous for being masterpieces that even adults can cry to, and the songs always fit the works perfectly and are truly wonderful, aren’t they? As Fujiwara has publicly said it’s “Nobita’s song,” you can catch glimpses of Nobita’s kindness and inner strength.

With its very gentle melody and lyrics, you may find yourself moved to tears as you listen.

Highly recommended for men looking for an emotional ballad!

single bedSharam Q

Sharam Q “Single Bed” (Music Video)

This song, one of Sharam Q’s signature tracks, has long been a staple favorite as a ballad people want to sing at karaoke.

It portrays a male protagonist’s lingering feelings, and Tsunku’s beautiful vocals enhance the poignancy woven into the lyrics.

It’s actually often recommended as an easy song to sing at karaoke.

While the vocal range might be slightly wide, it stays within the typical chest-voice range for men, and its slow tempo makes it easy to check each note as you sing—another reason it’s approachable.

If you’re a man who isn’t confident about singing, give this song a try at least once.