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Ed Sheeran – Shape of You (Official Music Video)

When you feel like going to karaoke and singing some Western music, choosing popular songs or ones high on the charts can get everyone hyped, even if some people don’t know many Western songs! Ed Sheeran’s “Shape of You” is a tune most people have heard, so it’s likely to go over well.

The verse doesn’t have much melody contour and keeping the rhythm can be tricky, but if you nail it, it’s incredibly cool.

The falsetto that comes in at the chorus represents a woman’s voice, so it might be fun to have a woman who likes Western music help you out! Let your sweet voice ring out.

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Adele – Hello (Official Music Video)

This song was covered by Taka from ONE OK ROCK, and one of my male students practiced it a lot in our lessons! It was the Taka version, but as he kept practicing, he was able to hit the high notes in the chorus cleanly and comfortably.

So it might be a good practice piece, and it’s also a song that feels amazing to sing once you can do it, so I recommend it! The A and B sections are basically low and gentle, but the chorus jumps into high notes, so the trick is to sing without tensing up.

You might feel like belting, but imagine sending the sound far out.

There are also falsetto ad-libs, so if you keep resonating in the space between your eyebrows and the top of your head, switching between chest voice and falsetto will become smoother.

Try to stay mindful of lifting your facial muscles as you sing!

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ABBA – Dancing Queen (Official Music Video)

This song is filled with the joy of celebrating youth and freedom, and just listening to it makes your heart start to dance.

You can feel the exhilaration of becoming the star of the dance floor through the lyrics.

Released as a single in Sweden in August 1976, it went on to become a worldwide hit.

It remains a beloved classic to this day, appearing in works like the film “Mamma Mia!”.

Of ABBA’s 14 Top 40 hits, this is said to be the only one that reached number one in the United States.

Why not let the music carry you and sing along with a smile, as you reminisce about a nostalgic page of your youth?

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Cyndi Lauper – Time After Time (Official HD Video)

With a nostalgic melody line and a stylish vocal approach that exudes a distinctive presence, this is an uplifting anthem by Cyndi Lauper that has been passed down through the years.

Its familiar sound makes it especially popular among women in their 40s, and it’s a chic song that makes you want to sing it at karaoke.

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Natalie Imbruglia – Torn (Official Video)

Originally a model and actress in Australia, Natalie Imbruglia moved to the UK in pursuit of success as a musician, and she rose to fame with her signature and smash-hit song, Torn.

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Taylor Swift – We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together (Live from New York City)

It’s a medium-tempo song with a great groove, making it a perfect pick for karaoke.

However, it’s actually a breakup song that declares there’s absolutely no getting back together.

While breakup songs tend to be somber, it’s nice to have an upbeat one like this too.

The chorus is especially fun to harmonize on with everyone.

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Irene Cara – Flashdance What A Feeling (Official Music Video)

Famous as the theme song for the film Flashdance, this track captivates with Irene Cara’s crystal-clear vocals and empowering message.

Its lyrics, which sing of the courage and passion to chase one’s dreams, inspire hope in listeners.

Released in April 1983, the song hit No.

1 on the Billboard Hot 100.

It won numerous awards, including an Academy Award and a Grammy, becoming one of the defining classics of the ’80s.

It’s a powerful number that brings any karaoke crowd together in excitement—perfect for when you want to push toward your own dreams or encourage someone else.