[Women] Ranking of Easy-to-Sing Karaoke Songs [2025]

Don't give up on your dreamsTakako Okamura22rank/position

Takako Okamura “Don’t Give Up on Your Dreams” OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO

After her success as a member of Amin, Takako Okamura also flourished as a singer-songwriter.

She has an exceptionally clear voice and excels at simple vocals that make the most of her tone.

“Yume wo Akiramenaide” is one of her signature songs.

Its range is narrow and there’s not much vibrato, so simply staying on pitch is enough to aim for a high score.

While the scarcity of long tones makes it a bit harder to rack up bonus points with vibrato or falls, the pitch is undeniably easy to follow—so definitely consider adding it to your repertoire.

Unchanging ThingsHanako Oku23rank/position

Unchanging Things

Okuda Hanako’s classic song “Kawaranai Mono” (“The Unchanging”).

Released in 2006, it’s well known as an insert song for the film The Girl Who Leapt Through Time, and its orthodox J-pop ballad style has garnered support from many listeners.

The song’s vocal range spans mid2 A# to hi C#, which is a very comfortable and relatively narrow range for female singers.

While the final chorus features a solid development, there’s no key change, so you’re unlikely to struggle with vocal height.

In terms of range, pitch movement, and rhythm, it’s an easy song overall—definitely give it a try.

Don't give upZARD24rank/position

"Don't Give Up" Music Video

ZARD is a band that energized the Japanese music scene from the late 1990s to the 2000s with catchy, straightforward J-pop.

Even after the passing of their frontwoman, Izumi Sakai, their many famous songs continue to be cherished by countless fans.

Among ZARD’s catalog, the one I especially recommend is “Makenaide.” While the song stays within a relatively narrow vocal range overall, a slightly higher section appears just before the end of the chorus.

Since this high note is extremely brief—less than a second—if you find it difficult to hit, I recommend intentionally raising the key and singing that part in falsetto.

It's nothing.Mone Kamishiraishi25rank/position

Nandemonaiya (movie ver.)

A track from Mone Kamishiraishi’s album “chouchou,” released on October 5, 2016.

The song is crafted to make the most of Kamishiraishi’s calm, soothing voice, and it would likely allow a woman with a similarly serene tone to showcase her individuality brilliantly.

It starts with a cappella sections and the arrangement is very simple, so it requires a fair amount of vocal skill to pull off.

Still, it’s absolutely worth practicing and mastering this piece! Give it a try!

dogwood (flowering dogwood)Yo Hitoto26rank/position

Yo Hitoto / Hanamizuki

This is the fifth single by female singer Yo Hitoto, infused with prayers for peace and thoughts for loved ones.

Released in February 2004, it has been very popular at karaoke and is known as one of the most frequently sung songs of the Heisei era.

With its relaxed tempo and gentle melody, it’s a song that even those who aren’t confident singers will find easy to try.

It has also been used in Nippon TV’s “Tuesday Suspense Theater” and in commercials, resonating with many listeners.

A heartwarming classic, it’s highly recommended for enjoying karaoke with someone special.

Stars on EarthMiyuki Nakajima27rank/position

Stars on the Ground / Miyuki Nakajima [Official]

Miyuki Nakajima’s powerful vocals are perfectly matched with the majestic sound.

This work gently illuminates the presence of people who usually go unnoticed yet live earnestly, likening them to “stars.” Released in July 2000 as the theme song for NHK’s popular documentary series “Project X: Challengers,” it gradually drew attention alongside the program’s broadcast.

At the 2002 Kōhaku Uta Gassen, it was performed via a live relay from the Kurobe Dam and achieved the highest singer-specific viewership rating of the show.

Aim for dynamic, powerful singing like Miyuki Nakajima’s.

A Midsummer Night's DreamYumi Matsutoya28rank/position

Fall in Love - Koibito ni Ochite by Akiko Kobayashi

With its exquisite key and tempo that suit a wide range of singers, “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” is a fun, confidence-boosting song for karaoke-loving women in their 40s.

The sophisticated melody and lyrics by Yumi Matsutoya have been loved across generations, and when paired with the comfortable accompaniment, you’ll feel as if the karaoke room instantly transforms into a magical summer world.

Enjoy a wonderful moment with this song, which is upbeat yet composed, and cherished by a broad audience.