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Ed Sheeran – Shape of You (Official Music Video)

If you’re choosing a song for the after-party karaoke, I recommend this track by Ed Sheeran, which became a record-breaking global hit.

Released in 2017, it’s an upbeat pop number infused with dancehall and tropical house elements.

The lyrics depict being drawn to someone met at a bar—straightforward and relatable—so even those not confident in English should find the catchy chorus easy to sing along to.

Its simple sound, built around a marimba-like synth riff and a minimal beat, naturally gets your body moving.

Why not fire up the whole room with this Grammy-winning track?

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Backstreet Boys – I Want It That Way (Official HD Video)

When discussing the music scene of the 1990s, you can’t ignore the Backstreet Boys, formed in Orlando, Florida.

Among their glittering career highlights, this track—released in April 1999 as the lead single from the classic album Millennium—stands as a true milestone in pop history.

Its lyrics about drifting apart from a lover carry a hint of melancholy, and combined with the beautiful harmonies, it’s the kind of song that tightens your chest every time you listen.

It topped the charts in over 25 countries and has been loved across generations, even appearing in the hit show Brooklyn Nine-Nine.

With its relaxed tempo, it’s easy to sing and perfect for creating an emotional mood at karaoke.

Grab your friends and belt out that monumental chorus.

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Carly Rae Jepsen – Call Me Maybe

A song originally created as a folk tune was rearranged in a pop style and became a massive worldwide hit.

Characterized by Carly Rae Jepsen’s catchy melody and relatable lyrics, it expresses the excitement and uncertainty at the start of a romance.

Released in 2012, it spent nine consecutive weeks at No.

1 on the Billboard charts.

In Japan, it was also used as the commercial song for Kao’s “Humming Fine.” Depicting the feeling of love at first sight with someone you’ve just met, this upbeat track is recommended for those who want to lift their spirits.

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Bruno Mars – Marry You (Official Lyric Video)

When it comes to Bruno Mars’s wedding songs, “Marry You” is the one that comes to mind.

It portrays a man proposing to a woman.

Combined with its catchy pop sound, it gives you a warm feeling as you listen.

It’s also perfect for performing at celebratory occasions.

Although it’s a pop song, it has a relaxed tempo, so you can sing it carefully without rushing, and most of the high notes are hummed, which is another feature.

That makes it easier to sing even for those who aren’t confident at karaoke.

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Avicii – Wake Me Up (Official Video)

Released in June 2013 as the lead single from the debut album True, this track became a hit in many countries.

While it features EDM-style production, it also incorporates light acoustic guitar backing, resulting in a wonderfully melodic masterpiece.

It’s also known for boosting the profile of American soul singer Aloe Blacc, whose expansive and soulful vocals shine on the track.

With lyrics centered on youth and self-discovery, it portrays the process of understanding and growth in life, resonating with many listeners.

It’s a highly recognizable song, and even if you don’t know it, it’s a killer tune everyone can get into—so definitely give it a try at karaoke!

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Oasis – Don’t Look Back In Anger (Official Video)

Oasis, emblematic of the UK music scene in the ’90s and back in the global spotlight after announcing their reunion in August 2024.

Released as a single in February 1996 and selling over three million copies in the UK, this song is an eternal anthem in rock history.

It’s also famous for featuring Noel Gallagher on vocals instead of his brother Liam, who usually takes the mic.

The message, “Don’t look back in anger,” became a beacon of hope that helped soothe people’s grief after the incident in Manchester in May 2017.

At their miraculous 2025 reunion shows, it sparked massive sing-alongs once again.

The moment that opening piano rings out, it creates a moving atmosphere that makes everyone want to link arms and sing their hearts out together.

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One Direction – What Makes You Beautiful (Lyric Video)

When it comes to artists from the UK who sparked a craze so big they were called the second coming of the Beatles, it’s One Direction.

Unfortunately, they’ve disbanded, but their songs are still popular at karaoke.

Among them, “What Makes You Beautiful,” which many people know, makes you look stylish just by singing it.