[Partner Song] Singing two different songs simultaneously! Nursery rhymes & the latest hits
A “partner song” refers to a combination of songs that share the same or similar chord progressions and create beautiful harmony when sung or performed simultaneously.
Famous examples include pairings of children’s songs and school songs like “Donguri Korokoro” and “Yuyake Koyake.” In recent years, however, popular creators have released duet videos that combine current hit songs, which has become a hot topic.
In this article, we’ll introduce a variety of partner songs that go beyond conventional categories.
Try incorporating them into singing-based recreational activities, challenge yourself at karaoke, and enjoy these exquisite combinations in many different ways.
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[Partner Song] Sing two different songs simultaneously! Nursery rhymes & latest hits (21–30)
Elephant × Red Dragonfly × Sea
If you want to level up your partner songs, I recommend trying to sing three songs at the same time! They’re different in style, but when combined, the three create a beautiful harmony.
“Zō-san” (Elephant), “Akatonbo” (Red Dragonfly), and “Umi” (The Sea) are all classic children’s songs that everyone knows and can sing—that’s the key.
Rather than focusing on not getting thrown off by your partner’s singing, try really listening to their voice so you can feel the harmony with your whole body.
Give it a try!
Bonfire × New Year
Takibi (Campfire) and Oshogatsu (New Year) are classics for winter songs.
Many people enjoy singing both in childcare settings and at recreational activities in senior facilities.
Believe it or not, these two songs are a blast even when sung at the same time! They’re great for winter events and activities, so why not give it a try? Both songs have distinctive lyrics and melodies, so if you memorize the words well and sing confidently, you’ll be less likely to be thrown off by the other part.
Give it a challenge!
Yuki × Spring Has Come
The great thing about partner songs is that everyone can have fun singing together while also getting some brain training! Singing songs that reflect the seasons provides good stimulation, which is very important in senior recreation and early childhood settings.
Both of these children’s songs have long been beloved, and their lyrics vividly depict the scenery of each season.
As you get to the latter part, it becomes easier to get thrown off by the other person’s singing, so why not try memorizing the lyrics and melody well as you sing? And even if you do get thrown off, it’ll just lead to laughter and liven things up for sure!
Kono Ki Nanno Ki × Little Brown Jug
“Kono Ki Nanno Ki,” familiar from Hitachi commercials, and “Little Brown Jug,” also known as a recorder practice piece—don’t you wonder what would happen if you sang these two songs at the same time, since they have different styles and moods? It might be a bit challenging, but give it a try! Surprisingly, songs with contrasting feels might actually make it easier to hold your own without getting thrown off by the other part.
If you’re struggling to add variety to your sing-along activities, choosing these two as a curveball combo is highly recommended!
Tea Picking × Sunset Glow
The song “Chatsumi” (Tea Picking) is also well-known as a hand-play song.
It pairs perfectly with “Yuyake Koyake,” a children’s song beloved by everyone! Both are classic tunes that have been passed down for generations, making them ideal for seniors to sing in recreational settings.
Singing the two songs at the same time raises the difficulty and makes it great brain training, too! Since “Chatsumi” is more rhythmic and easy to catch, the trick is not to get pulled along by “Yuyake Koyake.” Try practicing with a steady count and other techniques!
My heart starts to scream × I call out your name
Shall we get hyped by singing two different songs at the same time, as heard in the animated film The Anthem of the Heart that moved audiences across Japan to tears? “Kokoro ga Sakebidashiterunda (My Heart Wants to Shout)” is based on Beethoven’s Piano Sonata No.
8 “Pathétique,” while “Anata no Namae Yobu yo (I’ll Call Your Name)” is a parody of the musical standard “Over the Rainbow.” Both songs feature gently flowing, beautiful melodies, and when combined, they create a harmony with a distinctly different atmosphere! This could be a great challenge for fans of the anime, and it might also be a fun choice for a choir competition.
Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star × Haze or Clouds
The classic children’s song “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star” and the song “Kasumi ka Kumo ka,” which depicts spring scenery, also make a great pairing as partner songs! Both have beautifully simple melodic lines that are easy for anyone to sing.
Since there are parts where the melodies are similar, you might get pulled along by the other part when you try singing them simultaneously! The more relaxed the tempo, the higher the difficulty can become.
“Kasumi ka Kumo ka” has been a beloved song since the Meiji era, so it’s also recommended for trying together with older adults!